132 Park St
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36 Richardson St
WakefieldMA01880
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Leisure Lane Apartments
100 Leisure LnStoneham, MA 02180
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Stonehill Towers
5 Stonehill DrStoneham, MA 02180
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30 Pomeworth StStoneham, MA 02180
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Wakefield one, two, and three bedrooms
11 Bartley StWakefield, MA 01880
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Reading, MA Local Guide
Downtown Reading Massachusetts by Terageorge is licensed under CC BY-SA 3.0
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Reading?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reading Studio Apartments | $2,705 | $1,600 | $8,979 |
| Reading 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,126 | $1,650 | $10,000+ |
| Reading 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,727 | $2,250 | $10,000+ |
| Reading 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,146 | $3,000 | $10,000+ |
| Reading 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,490 | $3,000 | $7,250 |
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Cheapest Available Reading Apartments for Rent and Nearby
The cheapest available apartment rental in Reading, MA is a Studio unit found at Leisure Lane Apartments in the West Side neighborhood priced from $1,750. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Leisure Lane Apartments | studio | Studio,1BA | $1,750 |
| Mill Street Gardens | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,950 |
| Wakefield one, two, and three bedrooms | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2,000 |
| 27-37 Water St | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,100 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Reading, MA and Nearby
As of July 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the Reading area is the $2.23 price per square foot 24 Church St Model at 24 Church St, Unit 2 in the in the Greenwood neighborhood starting from $7,250. The second greatest value Reading apartment is the 34 Hall Rd Model at 34 Hall Rd, Unit 2 starting at $4,500 with a $1.96 price per square foot in the Greenwood 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Church St, Unit 2 | 24 Church St | 4BR,3.5BA | $2.23 |
| 34 Hall Rd, Unit 2 | 34 Hall Rd | 4BR,2.5BA | $1.96 |
| 961 Main St, Unit 2 | 961 Main St | 2BR,2.5BA | $2.11 |
| 5 Charles St, Unit 2 | 5 Charles St | 3BR,2BA | $2.02 |
| 41 Blueberry Hill Rd, Unit 2 | 41 Blueberry Hill Rd | 4BR,1.5BA | $2.44 |
| 16 Montvale Ave, Unit 2 | 16 Montvale Ave | 4BR,1BA | $2.33 |
| 27 Salem St, Unit #1 | 27 Salem St | 3BR,1BA | $2.38 |
| 7 Boline Pl, Unit 1 | 7 Boline Pl | 1BR,1BA | $2.30 |
| Mill Street Gardens | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.44 |
| 19 Chestnut St, Unit 2 | 19 Chestnut St | 1BR,1BA | $2.29 |
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Walk Score®
73 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
44 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
1 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
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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 $1,750.
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 $2,750 at The Elms.
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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