
Cheap Apartments for Rent in North Reading, MA from $1,400 (23 Rentals)
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Edgewood Apartments

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The Willows 55+ Community

Leisure Lane Apartments

Mill Street Gardens

Wakefield one, two, and three bedrooms

Ezio‘s Place
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27-37 Water St

Grayson Lofts

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59 Tremont St

30 Lawrence St

5 Nelson Cir
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15 W Water St

3 Summit Dr

223 Essex St

76 Woburn St

20 Center St

295 Main St
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10 Karen Cir

86 Salem St
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in North Reading?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap North Reading Studio Apartments | $2,167 | $1,500 | $4,065 |
| Cheap North Reading 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,770 | $1,945 | $9,037 |
| Cheap North Reading 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,298 | $2,195 | $9,577 |
| Cheap North Reading 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,930 | $3,090 | $5,505 |
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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 $1,500. Leisure Lane Apartments in the West Side neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed 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 | small 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,695 |
| Mill Street Gardens | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,950 |
| Ezio‘s Place | Affordable Unit (income restricted) | 1BR,1BA | $2,050 |
| 27-37 Water St | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,100 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in North Reading, MA
As of October 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the North Reading area is the $2.69 price per square foot Cypress Gardens (C2) Model at 14 North in the in the Choate Farm neighborhood starting from $3,406. The second greatest value North Reading apartment is the 2x1 BA Model at 30 Haven starting at $3,085 with a $2.71 price per square foot in the North Woburn 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 North | Cypress Gardens (C2) | 3BR,2BA | $2.69 |
| 30 Haven | 2x1 BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.71 |
| Nexxus Apartments | The Suffolk | 2BR,2.5BA | $2.78 |
| Regency Place | Norfolk Renovated | 2BR,2BA | $2.67 |
| Inwood West | One Bedroom Loft A1AL | 1BR,1BA | $2.81 |
| Stonehill Towers | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.33 |
| Colonial Point Apartments | Model 1A | 1BR,1BA | $2.55 |
| Ezio‘s Place | Affordable Unit (income restricted) | 1BR,1BA | $2.56 |
| Mill Street Gardens | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.44 |
| Leisure Lane Apartments | studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.92 |
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Getting Around North Reading, MA
Walk Score®
39 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
35 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
1 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
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- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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 $1,695 at Leisure Lane Apartments.
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 $2,195 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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