
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Reading Neighborhood of Reading, MA (62 Rentals)


30 Haven

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Reading Commons

45 Ash St, Unit 1

12 Green St, Unit 2, Unit 2

The Postmark

18 Woburn St

352 Main St

21 Sanborn St

Celeste Apartments
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72 Linden St

Peter Sanborn Place

75 Haven St

Johnson Woods Condominiums

Celeste Apartments

Lakeview Avenue

General Washington

Schoolhouse Commons

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Washington Crossing Apartments

Nexxus Apartments

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Inwood West

The Elms

Emery Flats

Stonehill Towers

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Aster at the Summit

Grayson Lofts

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Avalon Woburn

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The Basin
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27-37 Water St

Mill Street Gardens

Leisure Lane Apartments

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34 Armory St, Unit BUNGALOW, Unit BUNGALOW

11 Walnut St, Unit 2, Unit 2

11 Chestnut St, Unit 2R, Unit 2R

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290 Mishawum Rd, Unit SI FL4-ID2176A

68 Mill St, Unit 8

41 Richardson Ave

3 Stonehill Dr
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52 Vernon St

The Foundry Wakefield

Brightview Wakefield

306 Main St

13 Chestnut St

The Franklin

57 Main St

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Downtown Reading, Reading, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Reading?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Reading Studio Apartments | $2,412 | $1,775 | $3,655 |
Downtown Reading 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,992 | $1,895 | $5,859 |
| Downtown Reading 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,516 | $2,100 | $6,619 |
| Downtown Reading 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,008 | $3,000 | $6,725 |
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There are currently 62 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Reading Neighborhood of Reading, MA.
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Largest Available Downtown Reading 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in the Downtown Reading area of Boston, MA is found at The Basin and is listed at 962 square feet priced from $3,271. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Basin | A8 | 962 Sq Ft | $3,271 |
| Reading Commons | aa3- 1 Bed/1 Bath | 893 Sq Ft | $2,696 |
| The Elms | One Bed | 865 Sq Ft | $2,750 |
| Washington Crossing Apartments | Charles 1B1B | 859 Sq Ft | $2,395 |
| Inwood West | One Bedroom A1B | 842 Sq Ft | $2,534 |
| Mill Street Gardens | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 800 Sq Ft | $1,950 |
| 30 Haven | 1x1-BA | 797 Sq Ft | $2,440 |
| Nexxus Apartments | The Peabody | 772 Sq Ft | $2,325 |
Cheapest Available Downtown Reading 1 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit Downtown Reading of Boston, MA is the 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Model starting from $1,950 at Mill Street Gardens. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Downtown Reading is currently $2,992. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Mill Street Gardens | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | $1,950 |
| Rockledge Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | $2,000 |
| 27-37 Water St | 1 Bedroom | $2,100 |
| Nexxus Apartments | The Peabody | $2,325 |
| Washington Crossing Apartments | Charles 1B1B | $2,395 |
| 30 Haven | 1x1-BA | $2,440 |
| Emery Flats | Mystic | $2,512 |
| Inwood West | One Bedroom A1B | $2,534 |
| The Basin | A1J | $2,640 |
| Reading Commons | aa3- 1 Bed/1 Bath | $2,696 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Downtown Reading Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Downtown Reading with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Downtown Reading is at Mill Street Gardens listed at $1,950.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Downtown Reading Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Reading is $2,992.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Downtown Reading Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Downtown Reading is a 962 square feet unit starting from $3,271 at The Basin.
What is the average size for Downtown Reading 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Downtown Reading is currently 600 sq ft.
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