
Cheap Apartments for Rent in North Reading, MA from $1,400 (31 Rentals)
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40 Main St

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The Willows 55+ Community

184 Chestnut St

Leisure Lane Apartments

Mill Street Gardens

27-37 Water St
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Colonial Point Apartments

Grayson Lofts

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Everly

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Bradlee Danvers

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Aster at the Summit

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Alexan Peabody

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Berry Farms
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Royal Crest

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14 North

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Inwood West

Ezio‘s Place

77 Main Street Apartments

228 Andover St
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100 C Washington Park Dr

71 Montvale Ave

276 Albion St

30A Colonial Dr

Rockledge Apartments

16 Balmoral St

354 N Main St
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50 Colonial Dr

74 Beach 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap North Reading Studio Apartments | $2,498 | $1,550 | $6,483 |
| Cheap North Reading 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,882 | $1,975 | $8,393 |
| Cheap North Reading 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,505 | $2,344 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap North Reading 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,190 | $1,800 | $7,181 |
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Cheapest Available North Reading Apartments for Rent
 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 $1,550. Mill Street Gardens in the Nobility Hill neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,950. Here is today’s list of the most affordable North Reading apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| The Willows 55+ Community | Type D | Studio,1BA | $1,550 |
| Mill Street Gardens | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,950 |
| Rockledge Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2,000 |
| 27-37 Water St | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,100 |
| Colonial Point Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,200 |
| Alexan Peabody | ZA1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,322 |
| Berry Farms | A1AH | 1BR,1BA | $2,325 |
| Royal Crest | Buckingham | 2BR,1BA | $2,344 |
| Bradlee Danvers | One Bedroom A1C4 | 1BR,1BA | $2,365 |
| Edgewood Apartments | Gardenia | 1BR,1BA | $2,378 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in North Reading, MA
As of June 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the North Reading area is the $1.86 price per square foot 24 Haverhill St Model at 24 Haverhill St, Unit Amazing In-law Apartment in the in the Outer Greater Merrimack Valley neighborhood starting from $2,700. The second greatest value North Reading apartment is the TOP FLOOR 2BED 2BATH Model at Michaels Landing starting at $3,000 with a $2.50 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. |
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| 24 Haverhill St, Unit Amazing In-law Apartment | 24 Haverhill St | 1BR,2BA | $1.86 |
| Michaels Landing | TOP FLOOR 2BED 2BATH | 2BR,2BA | $2.50 |
| Everly | Two Bedroom Two Bath (1,137 SF) | 2BR,2BA | $3.01 |
| Lume | 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms | 2BR,2BA | $2.83 |
| 14 North | Aviary Gardens Loft (A1AL) | 1BR,1BA | $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 (JUNE-JULY 2026) | 2BR,1BA | $2.94 |
| Inwood West | One Bedroom A1A | 1BR,1BA | $2.91 |
| Edgewood Apartments | Lilac - Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $3.06 |
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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 $1,550.
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 Mill Street Gardens.
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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