
Cheap 1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Reading Neighborhood of Reading, MA from $2,050 (26 Rentals)


295 Main St

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30 Haven

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Mill Street Gardens

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298 Main St
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70 Mill St, Unit 6

78 Mill St, Unit 10

305 Salem St, Unit 210

70 Mill St, Unit 2

70 Mill St, Unit 10
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Nexxus Apartments

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Inwood West

4 Wakefield Ave, Unit 4

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Stonehill Towers

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The Basin

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Aster at the Summit

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Emery Flats

39-41 Richardson Ave

Rockledge Apartments

598 North

305 Salem 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 | $2,505 | $1,810 | $2,807 |
Downtown Reading 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,809 | $2,050 | $5,585 |
| Downtown Reading 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,276 | $2,200 | $4,460 |
| Downtown Reading 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,479 | $3,100 | $5,630 |
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4.0Pet Friendly
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Reading Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Downtown Reading?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Downtown Reading is at Mill Street Gardens listed at $1,950.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Reading Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Reading Apartment is $1,950 at Mill Street Gardens.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Reading Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Reading is starting from $1,950 at Mill Street Gardens.
What is the most affordable Downtown Reading Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Downtown Reading Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Mill Street Gardens and starts from $1,950.
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