625 Main St
ReadingMA01867
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Reading Neighborhood of Reading, MA from $1,000 (36 Rentals)
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$1,9501 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
45 Ash St, Unit 1
45 Ash StReading, MA 01867
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$2,440 - $3,150
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now30 Haven
30 Haven StReading, MA 01867
15 Pearl St
ReadingMA01867
12 Green St, Unit 2, Unit 2
12 Green St
ReadingMA01867
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments
Johnson Woods Condominiums
156 Johnson Woods DrReading, MA 01867
64 Main St, Unit 47B, Unit 47B
64 Main St
StonehamMA02180
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$1,795 - $2,645
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowLeisure Lane Apartments
100 Leisure LnStoneham, MA 02180
11 Walnut St, Unit 2, Unit 2
11 Walnut St
WakefieldMA01880
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11 Chestnut St, Unit 2R, Unit 2R
11 Chestnut St
WakefieldMA01880
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$1,950 - $2,450
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowMill Street Gardens
57 Mill StWoburn, MA 01801
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$2,100 - $6,619
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowGrayson Lofts
168 Albion StWakefield, MA 01880
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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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$2,100
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$2,100
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34 Richardson St, Unit #2, Unit #2
34 Richardson StWakefield, MA 01880
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$2,150
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2 Bedroom Apartment Available Apr 15Total Monthly Price
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$2,150
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224 Albion St, Unit 1, Unit 1
224 Albion StWakefield, MA 01880
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$2,1951 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
68 Mill St, Unit 8
68 Mill StWoburn, MA 01801
52 Vernon St
WakefieldMA01880
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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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$2,200
34 Armory St, Unit BUNGALOW, Unit BUNGALOW
34 Armory StWakefield, MA 01880
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$2,282 - $18,986
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Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowEmery Flats
200 Presidential WayWoburn, MA 01801
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$2,291 - $3,392
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$2,231 - $3,332
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Inwood West
1 Inwood DrWoburn, MA 01801
24 Chestnut St
WakefieldMA01880
41 Richardson Ave
WakefieldMA01880
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$2,325 - $3,100
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowNexxus Apartments
105 Hopkins StWakefield, MA 01880
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$2,420 - $4,205
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$2,420 - $4,205
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Aster at the Summit
89 Hopkins StWakefield, MA 01880
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$2,450 - $3,300
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available May 15Stonehill Towers
5 Stonehill DrStoneham, MA 02180
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$2,4502 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
82 Mill St, Unit 11
82 Mill StWoburn, MA 01801
3 Stonehill Dr
StonehamMA02180
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$2,515 - $8,325
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$2,515 - $8,325
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The Basin
200-400 Quannapowitt PkyWakefield, MA 01880
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$2,560 - $4,665
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$2,515 - $4,620
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$2,560 - $4,665
Avalon Woburn
290 Mishawum RdWoburn, MA 01801
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$2,600
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$2,600
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159 Main St
159 Main StStoneham, MA 02180
22 Gould St
WakefieldMA01880
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Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments
39-41 Richardson Ave
39-41 Richardson AveWakefield, MA 01880
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments
Rockledge Apartments
11 Bartley StWakefield, MA 01880
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598 North
598 North AveWakefield, MA 01880
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2 Bedroom Apartments
600 NORTH
600 North AveWakefield, MA 01880
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1 Bedroom Apartments
301 North Ave
301 North AveWakefield, MA 01880
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 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 Studio unit found at Leisure Lane Apartments priced from $1,795. Mill Street Gardens has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,950. 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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| Leisure Lane Apartments | studio | Studio,1BA | $1,795 |
| Mill Street Gardens | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,950 |
| Rockledge Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2,000 |
| Grayson Lofts | S2 | Studio,1BA | $2,100 |
| 27-37 Water St | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,100 |
| Emery Flats | Abbott | Studio,1BA | $2,282 |
| Nexxus Apartments | The Peabody | 1BR,1BA | $2,325 |
| Washington Crossing Apartments | Charles 1B1B | 1BR,1BA | $2,395 |
| Aster at the Summit | S1A | Studio,1BA | $2,420 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Reading, MA
As of April 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Reading area is the $3.22 price per square foot bc1- 2 Bed/2 Bath Model at Reading Commons in the in the Walnut Hill neighborhood starting from $3,611. The second greatest value Downtown Reading apartment is the Huntington 2B2B Model at Washington Crossing Apartments starting at $3,233 with a $2.92 price per square foot in the Nobility 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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| Reading Commons | bc1- 2 Bed/2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $3.22 |
| Washington Crossing Apartments | Huntington 2B2B | 2BR,2BA | $2.92 |
| 159 Main St | 159 Main St | 2BR,2BA | $2.67 |
| The Elms | One Bed | 1BR,1BA | $3.18 |
| Mill Street Gardens | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.65 |
| Inwood West | One Bedroom A1B | 1BR,1BA | $3.01 |
| 34 Richardson St, Unit #2 | 34 Richardson St | 2BR,1BA | $2.63 |
| 30 Haven | 1x1-BA | 1BR,1BA | $3.06 |
| Nexxus Apartments | The Peabody | 1BR,1.5BA | $3.01 |
| Leisure Lane Apartments | studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.99 |
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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 Leisure Lane Apartments listed at $1,795.
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 $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 Elms and starts from $3,066.
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