295 Main St
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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Reading Neighborhood of Reading, MA from $1,000 (36 Rentals)
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$2,420 - $3,150
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Contact Us For Availability30 Haven
30 Haven StReading, MA 01867
79 Woburn St
ReadingMA01867
208 Gazebo Cir, Unit 208 Gazebo
208 Gazebo Cir
ReadingMA01867
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Johnson Woods Condominiums
156 Johnson Woods DrReading, MA 01867
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Rise475
475 Main StReading, MA 01867
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Schoolhouse Commons
172 Woburn StReading, MA 01867
208 Gazebo Cir
ReadingMA01867
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$1,895 - $2,645
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowLeisure Lane Apartments
100 Leisure LnStoneham, MA 02180
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$1,950 - $2,600
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Jun 1Mill Street Gardens
57 Mill StWoburn, MA 01801
41 Richardson Ave
WakefieldMA01880
184 Chestnut St
LynnMA01902
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$2,100 - $2,600
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now27-37 Water St
27-37 Water StWakefield, MA 01880
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$2,150 - $5,859
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Jun 30Grayson Lofts
168 Albion StWakefield, MA 01880
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$2,200
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1 Bedroom Apartment Available Nov 1Total Monthly Price
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$2,200
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34 Armory St, Unit BUNGALOW
34 Armory StWakefield, MA 01880
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$2,320 - $4,105
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$2,320 - $4,105
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Aster at the Summit
89 Hopkins StWakefield, MA 01880
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$2,395
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2 Bedroom Apartment Available Jun 5Total Monthly Price
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$2,395
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$2,395
63 Cedar St, Unit Wakefield
63 Cedar StWakefield, MA 01880
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$2,450 - $3,300
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Jul 15Total Monthly Price
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$2,450 - $3,300
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Stonehill Towers
5 Stonehill DrStoneham, MA 02180
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$2,450 - $3,050
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowNexxus Apartments
105 Hopkins StWakefield, MA 01880
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$2,456 - $3,747
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$2,396 - $3,687
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$2,456 - $3,747
Inwood West
1 Inwood DrWoburn, MA 01801
7 Stonehill Dr
StonehamMA02180
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$2,563 - $6,823
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$2,480 - $6,740
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$2,563 - $6,823
The Basin
200-400 Quannapowitt PkyWakefield, MA 01880
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$2,600
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$2,600
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159 Main St
159 Main StStoneham, MA 02180
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$2,700
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$2,700
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$2,700
21 Wakefield Ave, Unit Luxury Loft
21 Wakefield AveWakefield, MA 01880
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$2,715 - $4,655
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$2,670 - $4,610
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Avalon Woburn
290 Mishawum RdWoburn, MA 01801
7 North St
WakefieldMA01880
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$2,750 - $4,200
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowThe Elms
596 North AvenueWakefield, MA 01880
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$2,805 - $16,784
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Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowEmery Flats
200 Presidential WayWoburn, MA 01801
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Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments
39-41 Richardson Ave
39-41 Richardson AveWakefield, MA 01880
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Wakefield one, two, and three bedrooms with heating included
11 Bartley StWakefield, MA 01880
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598 North
598 North AveWakefield, MA 01880
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600 NORTH
600 North AveWakefield, MA 01880
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301 North Ave
301 North AveWakefield, MA 01880
64 Main St
StonehamMA02180
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259 Water St
259 Water StWakefield, MA 01880
276 Albion St
WakefieldMA01880
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Downtown Reading, 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 Downtown Reading?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
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| Downtown Reading Studio Apartments | $2,612 | $2,150 | $3,655 |
| Downtown Reading 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,979 | $1,945 | $5,859 |
| Downtown Reading 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,720 | $2,250 | $5,393 |
| Downtown Reading 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,652 | $2,050 | $5,910 |
| Downtown Reading 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,000 | $4,000 | $4,000 |
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There are currently 36 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Reading Neighborhood of Reading, MA.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Reading Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Reading area of Boston, MA is a 1 Bed unit found at Wakefield one, two, and three bedrooms with heating included priced from $2,000. 27-37 Water St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,100. Here are the most affordable Downtown Reading apartments for rent in Boston, MA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Wakefield one, two, and three bedrooms with heating included | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2,000 |
| 27-37 Water St | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,100 |
| Leisure Lane Apartments | 2 bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2,250 |
| Aster at the Summit | S1A | Studio,1BA | $2,320 |
| Inwood West | One Bedroom A1A | 1BR,1BA | $2,456 |
| The Basin | A14 | 1BR,1BA | $2,563 |
| Washington Crossing Apartments | Newbury 1B1B | 1BR,1BA | $2,569 |
| The Elms | Two Bed | 2BR,1BA | $2,750 |
| Nexxus Apartments | The Suffolk | 2BR,2BA | $3,050 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Reading, MA
As of May 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Reading area is the $2.69 price per square foot The Suffolk Model at Nexxus Apartments in the in the West Side neighborhood starting from $3,050. The second greatest value Downtown Reading apartment is the bc1- 2 Bed/2 Bath Model at Reading Commons starting at $3,633 with a $3.24 price per square foot in the Walnut Hill neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Reading apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Nexxus Apartments | The Suffolk | 2BR,2.5BA | $2.69 |
| Reading Commons | bc1- 2 Bed/2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $3.24 |
| 159 Main St | 159 Main St | 2BR,2BA | $2.67 |
| Inwood West | One Bedroom Den A1AD | 1BR,1BA | $3.01 |
| The Elms | One Bed | 1BR,1BA | $3.18 |
| Leisure Lane Apartments | 2 bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.68 |
| 273 Albion St, Unit #23 | 273 Albion St | 2BR,1BA | $3.03 |
| The Met at Reading Station | The Bowery | 1BR,1BA | $3.13 |
| Washington Crossing Apartments | Newbury 1B1B | 1BR,1BA | $3.24 |
| Wakefield one, two, and three bedrooms with heating included | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $3.28 |
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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 Aster at the Summit listed at $2,320.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Reading Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Reading Apartment is $2,000 at Wakefield one, two, and three bedrooms with heating included.
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 $2,250 at Leisure Lane Apartments.
What is the most affordable Downtown Reading Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Downtown Reading Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Elms and starts from $3,066.
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