Single, 38, male...Where to live Allentown/Bethlehem?? (Pittsburgh, Portland: best town, apartment)

[Smily Gladshanks]

So, single 38 y.o. professional, lived all over the country, male, mostly wanting to be where the action is, working for 3 months in Bethlehem. I have read some other posts on the topic, and it seems that "downtown/historic" Bethlehem may be the area I want as opposed to some surrounding areas. Where is that? I am a 38 y.o. male, traveling physical therapist, needing a simple place to live. Priority is being around the cultural stuff---for instance, if I lived in Philly, I'd be in Center City for sure with museums, nice pubs, other young people. Young is relative I guess. Anyway, no kids, no ties, so related issues aren't issues for me. I need to find a place by next monday, 3 month rental. Thanks guys.... I don't want a place that is reallly nice but too far from the action so that I feel stuck there. I love living near the shops and restaurants/pubs/other culture wherever I am.


When are you moving? Immediately, just got this job, starting on 6/20
Where are you coming from? Pittsburgh, Philly, Flagstaff, Portland Maine.
Why are you moving? Work
Where will you be working? West part of Allentown
Have you been here yet? nope

Will you buy or rent? rent
If renting, are you looking for an apartment, a townhouse or loft? How much can you spend? I need a one-bedroom or effeciency. I can do with more if I have to. I have paid up to 1500/month, but I want to avoid that. Location is more important (close to fun stuff)
Do you prefer hi-rise or walk up? prefer walk up, don't really care.

Are you married or single? Do you have children? single no kids
Do you prefer public or private schools? NA
Do you have pets? no
Do you want or need a yard? don't want to maintain a yard. Don't care.
Are you keeping a car? yes
Do you prefer bustling activity or calm and quiet? bustling, or quiet and walking distance to bustling.

What do you want to be closest to?
Work
Shopping
Nightlife

Do you want to live with people of a similar age, race, religion or sexual preference or do you prefer a diverse neighborhood?

Phillies or Mets? Pirates have cheap seats, and it's always good for a laugh.

[Smily Gladshanks]

...yeah, downtown Bethlehem seems like it might be the place for me. Can anyone tell me WHERE that is, streets and boundaries? ...also, forgot to ask if it's a good move to just show up, walk around looking for rent signs, make phone calls. Craiglist is where I am looking now...

[Lehigh Valley Native]

I found your new home. You can send me the finder fee in the mail.


If you want to live closer to work and next door to a golf course and one of the largest walking/jogging/biking parks in the Lehigh Valley, you could look at these. Although you will need to drive to "nightlife"

As to your question about where in Bethlehem, anything that is near Moravian College or is part of Historic Bethlehem is nice. Once you go over the river to the southside of Bethlehem in around Lehigh University, things get a bit rough.

[toobusytoday]

The condo's at Riverport are pretty nice too.

[CHIP72]

The south side of Bethlehem near Lehigh University could work for you too.

[loose cannon]

Bethlehem. The Noth side and South Side are perfect for you. This is the spot. Asoide from the fact there are no jobs, Bethlehem is the best town in the STate, and one of the best in the country. STay out if Allentown! There is nothing there. DO not be influenced by folks that say the south side is rough. Come and feel the vibe. Dave at the Your Welcome Inn is waiting for you. $2 Pabst. If you mention LC he will know who I am and smile approvingly.

[loose cannon]

Please be advised that during First Friday LC will be at the Your Welcome Inn pounding down $2 Pabst and blasting Cash on the jukebox. a possible visit to Mcgradys to eat a Steak on special for $5 is also possible in addition to an appearace at Terra'sCafe. Come on down!