21 Sanborn St
ReadingMA01867
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Reading, MA from $1,000 (18 Rentals)
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowLeisure Lane Apartments
100 Leisure LnStoneham, MA 02180
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$1,780
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Studio Apartments Available Now182 Central St
182 Central StStoneham, MA 02180
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$1,795
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220 Albion St, Unit 1B
220 Albion StWakefield, MA 01880
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available NowMill Street Gardens
57 Mill StWoburn, MA 01801
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$1,995
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124 Salem St, Unit D
124 Salem StWakefield, MA 01880
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124 Salem St
WakefieldMA01880
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51 Hancock St
51 Hancock StStoneham, MA 02180
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$2,050
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246 Salem St, Unit 4
246 Salem StWakefield, MA 01880
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$2,050
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2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now246 Salem St
246 Salem StWakefield, MA 01880
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$2,050 - $7,342
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Edgewood Apartments
100-110 Lowell RdNorth Reading, MA 01864
284 Montvale Ave
WoburnMA01801
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now27-37 Water St
27-37 Water StWakefield, MA 01880
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39-41 Richardson Ave
39-41 Richardson AveWakefield, MA 01880
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Stoneham House
180-222 Central StStoneham, MA 02180
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411 Main St
411 Main StStoneham, MA 02180
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30 Pomeworth Street
30 Pomeworth StStoneham, MA 02180
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598 North
598 North AveWakefield, MA 01880
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Reading?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
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| Cheap Reading Studio Apartments | $2,357 | $1,665 | $4,065 |
| Cheap Reading 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,765 | $1,795 | $5,859 |
| Cheap Reading 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,362 | $2,050 | $7,342 |
| Cheap Reading 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,260 | $2,500 | $6,534 |
| Cheap Reading 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,800 | $3,800 | $3,800 |
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Cheapest Available Reading Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in Reading, MA is a Studio unit found at Leisure Lane Apartments in the West Side neighborhood priced from $1,665. 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 Reading apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Leisure Lane Apartments | studio | Studio,1BA | $1,665 |
| Mill Street Gardens | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,950 |
| 27-37 Water St | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,100 |
| The Point at Woburn | S3-AFF | Studio,1BA | $2,141 |
| Inwood West | One Bedroom A1B | 1BR,1BA | $2,260 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Reading, MA
As of January 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Reading area is the $2.57 price per square foot The WInona Model at The Met at Reading Station in the in the North Woburn neighborhood starting from $3,595. The second greatest value Reading apartment is the 2x1 BA Model at 30 Haven starting at $3,075 with a $2.70 price per square foot in the North Woburn neighborhood. 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. |
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| The Met at Reading Station | The WInona | 3BR,2BA | $2.57 |
| 30 Haven | 2x1 BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.70 |
| 16 Federal St, Unit Sunny Room | 16 Federal St | 3BR,1BA | $2.23 |
| 48 Pleasant Street | 2BR/1.5BA | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.73 |
| 68 High St, Unit 2 | 68 High St | 2BR,1BA | $2.48 |
| 23 Converse St, Unit 1st Floor Apt | 23 Converse St | 2BR,1BA | $2.48 |
| 159 Main St | 159 Main St | 2BR,2BA | $2.67 |
| 15 Landers Rd, Unit B | 15 Landers Rd | Studio ,1BA | $2.50 |
| Mill Street Gardens | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.44 |
| Leisure Lane Apartments | studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.78 |
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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 Leisure Lane Apartments listed at $1,665.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Reading Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Reading Apartment is $1,950 at Mill Street Gardens.
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 $2,195 at Leisure Lane Apartments.
What is the most affordable Reading Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Reading Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Elms and starts from $3,066.
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