
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Reading, KS from $300 (49 Rentals)
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Parkview

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Crown Point Apartments

Bluestem Apartments

811 State St

Terra Park Apartments

Four Seasons

Meadowlark Apartments
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Kensington Park Apartments

Huntley Ridge

Raintree Apartments

Summer Breeze Apartments

Riverview Condominiums

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3100 SW 29th Ter

Southbrook Apartments

Cedar Ridge Apartments

The Ridge of Emporia
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Brookfield Village Apartments

Brookfield Apartments & Townhomes

Oakbrook Terrace Apartments

Misty Glen Apartments and Townhomes

Windchase Flats & Townhomes

The Residences of Auburn Hills

Whitehall Apartments

Westgate Village

Villa West Apartments and Townhomes
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Oaks at Canterbury

Montara Village

Sherwood Apartments

Americus Apartments

1128 State St

402 West St

White Lakes Plaza

306 SE 35th Terrace

3304 SW 29th Terrace
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3401 SE Ohio Ave

2116 SW Plass Ave

512 SW 14th St

218 Miami St

3112 SE Emerson St

4842 SW Topeka Blvd

2117 SW Van Buren St

2104 Tpke

737 N King St
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2517 SW Edgewater Terrace

1400 SW Afton St

1605 SW Clay St

Capstone Townhomes
Reading, KS Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Reading?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reading Studio Apartments | $911 | $310 | $2,852 |
| Reading 1 Bedroom Apartments | $979 | $425 | $2,900 |
| Reading 2 Bedroom Apartments | $906 | $410 | $4,118 |
| Reading 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,195 | $575 | $1,728 |
| Reading 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,413 | $1,348 | $1,505 |
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Cheapest Available Reading Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Reading, KS is a Studio unit found at Parkview priced from $400. Courtyard Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $525. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Reading apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Parkview | Studio | Studio,1BA | $400 |
| Courtyard Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $525 |
| Bluestem Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $538 |
| 811 State St | 2x2S | 2BR,2BA | $540 |
| Terra Park Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom - Terra Park | 1BR,1BA | $551 |
| Crown Point Apartments | Walk Up - 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $559 |
| Meadowlark Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath Remodeled | 1BR,1BA | $608 |
| White Lakes Plaza | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $649 |
| Raintree Apartments | 1 Bedroom East | 1BR,1BA | $667 |
| Kensington Park Apartments | Kensington | 1BR,1BA | $675 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Reading, KS and Nearby
As of April 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the Reading area is the $1.00 price per square foot 3 Bed/1 Bath Duplex W/ Basement Model at Montara Village in the in the Topeka Airport Forbes Field neighborhood starting from $1,175. The second greatest value Reading apartment is the 2BR Model at Brookfield Apartments & Townhomes starting at $837 with a $0.91 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Reading apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Montara Village | 3 Bed/1 Bath Duplex W/ Basement | 3BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Brookfield Apartments & Townhomes | 2BR | 2BR,1BA | $0.91 |
| Riverview Condominiums | 2BR1B | 2BR,1BA | $0.86 |
| 811 State St | 2x2M | 2BR,2BA | $0.88 |
| Bluestem Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.67 |
| White Lakes Plaza | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.87 |
| Meadowlark Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath Remodeled | 1BR,1BA | $0.89 |
| Crown Point Apartments | Walk Up - 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $0.97 |
| Courtyard Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Parkview | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.03 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Reading Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Reading?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Reading is at Parkview listed at $400.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Reading Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Reading Apartment is $551 at Terra Park Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Reading Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Reading is starting from $525 at Courtyard Apartments.
What is the most affordable Reading Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Reading Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Courtyard Apartments and starts from $575.
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