
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Reading Neighborhood of Reading, MA from $1,000 (33 Rentals)
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30 Haven

295 Main St

9 Arlington St

241 Main St

3A Avon St

104 Gazebo Cir

Johnson Woods Condominiums
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Leisure Lane Apartments

Mill Street Gardens

124 Salem St

27-37 Water St

40 Central St

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34 Armory St, Unit BUNGALOW

Grayson Lofts

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Inwood West
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Aster at the Summit

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The Basin

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Stonehill Towers

68 Mill St, Unit 11

62 Mill St, Unit 6

66 Mill St, Unit 8
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Avalon Woburn

39-41 Richardson Ave

598 North

Rockledge Apartments

298 Main St

600 NORTH

15 W Water St

202 Central 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 | $2,580 | $1,845 | $3,216 |
| Downtown Reading 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,947 | $1,995 | $8,516 |
| Downtown Reading 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,450 | $2,200 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Reading 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,805 | $2,800 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 33 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 Studio unit found at Leisure Lane Apartments priced from $1,795. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Leisure Lane Apartments | studio | Studio,1BA | $1,795 |
| 27-37 Water St | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,100 |
| Rockledge Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2,180 |
| Mill Street Gardens | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2,250 |
| Inwood West | Adams (A1B) | 1BR,1BA | $2,347 |
| The Basin | A7 | 1BR,1BA | $2,368 |
| 30 Haven | 1x1-BA | 1BR,1BA | $2,465 |
| Stonehill Towers | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,500 |
| Aster at the Summit | A1A | 1BR,1BA | $2,620 |
| Washington Crossing Apartments | Charles 1B1B | 1BR,1BA | $2,636 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Reading, MA
As of July 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Reading area is the $3.32 price per square foot 2 Beds Model at 18 Woburn St in the in the North Woburn neighborhood starting from $3,300. The second greatest value Downtown Reading apartment is the 1 Bedroom Model at Stonehill Towers starting at $2,500 with a $2.54 price per square foot in the West Side 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Woburn St | 2 Beds | 2BR,2BA | $3.32 |
| Stonehill Towers | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.54 |
| Washington Crossing Apartments | Charles 1B1B | 1BR,1BA | $3.08 |
| Mill Street Gardens | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.65 |
| Inwood West | Adams (A1B) | 1BR,1BA | $2.73 |
| 30 Haven | 1x1-BA | 1BR,1BA | $3.09 |
| The Met at Reading Station | The Bowery | 1BR,1BA | $3.20 |
| Nexxus Apartments | The Peabody | 1BR,1.5BA | $3.10 |
| Ace Flats | Unit 3011 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $3.36 |
| Leisure Lane Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $3.22 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Reading Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Reading Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Reading Apartment is $2,100 at 27-37 Water St.
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 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 The Basin and starts from $4,137.
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