
Cheap Apartments for Rent in North Reading, MA from $1,400 (23 Rentals)
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270 Main St, Unit 2, Unit 2

270 Main St

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The Willows 55+ Community

Leisure Lane Apartments

Mill Street Gardens

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Station 316 Apartments
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Grayson Lofts

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Ezio‘s Place

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The Point at Woburn

A1 Colonial Dr, Unit 5, Unit 5
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77 Main Street Apartments

228 Andover St

71 Montvale Ave

276 Albion St

Wakefield one, two, and three bedrooms with heating included

20-22-22 Emerson St

83R Hobart St
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74 Beach St

286 Newbury St
North Reading, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in North Reading?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Reading Studio Apartments | $2,264 | $1,600 | $6,725 |
| North Reading 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,925 | $1,895 | $6,059 |
| North Reading 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,466 | $2,250 | $10,000+ |
| North Reading 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,344 | $3,245 | $5,695 |
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Cheapest Available North Reading Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in North Reading, MA is a Studio unit found at The Willows 55+ Community in the North Wilmington neighborhood priced from $1,500. Leisure Lane Apartments in the West Side neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,695. Here is today’s list of the most affordable North Reading apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Willows 55+ Community | Type A1 | Studio,1BA | $1,500 |
| Leisure Lane Apartments | studio | Studio,1BA | $1,695 |
| Mill Street Gardens | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,950 |
| Wakefield one, two, and three bedrooms with heating included | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2,000 |
| Station 316 Apartments | S1 - 40B Moderate Income Housing Program | Studio,1BA | $2,081 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in North Reading, MA and Nearby
As of May 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the North Reading area is the $2.73 price per square foot CF1-2 Model at eaves Wilmington and Wilmington West in the in the North Wilmington neighborhood starting from $3,590. The second greatest value North Reading apartment is the FIRST FLOOR 2BED 2BATH Model at Michaels Landing starting at $2,900 with a $2.42 price per square foot in the West Peabody neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for North Reading apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| eaves Wilmington and Wilmington West | CF1-2 | 3BR,2BA | $2.73 |
| Michaels Landing | FIRST FLOOR 2BED 2BATH | 2BR,2BA | $2.42 |
| Metro at Wilmington Station | B4 | 2BR,2BA | $2.68 |
| 14 North | Bayberry Shores (B2F) | 2BR,2BA | $2.66 |
| Washington Crossing Apartments | Huntington 2B2B | 2BR,2BA | $2.80 |
| Sofi Danvers | Two Bedroom Two Bath 2A | 2BR,2BA | $2.81 |
| Colonial Point Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.55 |
| Mill Street Gardens | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.65 |
| Ezio‘s Place | 1 Bed+Office Den, 1 Bath (MAY-JUNE 2026) | 2BR,1BA | $2.70 |
| Leisure Lane Apartments | studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.83 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap North Reading Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in North Reading?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in North Reading is at The Willows 55+ Community listed at $1,500.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom North Reading Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom North Reading Apartment is $1,950 at Mill Street Gardens.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom North Reading Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in North Reading is starting from $2,250 at Leisure Lane Apartments.
What is the most affordable North Reading Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap North Reading Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Elms and starts from $3,066.
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