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Downtown Reading, Reading, MA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent a home in Downtown Reading?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Reading 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,050 | $2,400 | $3,500 |
| Downtown Reading 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,095 | $3,990 | $4,200 |
| Downtown Reading 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,500 | $3,500 | $3,500 |
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There are currently 15 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 Mill Street Gardens priced from $1,950. Leisure Lane Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,995. Here are the most affordable Downtown Reading apartments for rent in Boston, MA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mill Street Gardens | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,950 |
| Leisure Lane Apartments | large 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,995 |
| Rockledge Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2,000 |
| Nexxus Apartments | The Peabody | 1BR,1BA | $2,404 |
| 30 Haven | 1x1-BA | 1BR,1BA | $2,465 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Reading, MA
As of September 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Reading area is the $2.22 price per square foot 58 Temple St Model at 58 Temple St, Unit 1 in the in the North Woburn neighborhood starting from $3,990. The second greatest value Downtown Reading apartment is the 35 Chestnut St Model at 35 Chestnut St, Unit 2 starting at $3,500 with a $2.92 price per square foot in the Greenwood 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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| 58 Temple St, Unit 1 | 58 Temple St | 3BR,1BA | $2.22 |
| 35 Chestnut St, Unit 2 | 35 Chestnut St | 2BR,2BA | $2.92 |
| Aster at the Summit | B2B | 2BR,2BA | $3.17 |
| 12 Avon St, Unit Apt #2 | 12 Avon St | 2BR,1BA | $2.29 |
| Inwood West | Abbott Den (A1AD) | 1BR,1BA | $2.71 |
| 10 Richardson St, Unit Unit 2 | 10 Richardson St | 2BR,1BA | $2.56 |
| Washington Crossing Apartments | Charles 1B1B | 1BR,1BA | $2.89 |
| Mill Street Gardens | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.65 |
| 30 Haven | 1x1-BA | 1BR,1BA | $3.09 |
| Nexxus Apartments | The Peabody | 1BR,1.5BA | $3.11 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown Reading?
There are currently 105 Apartments for Rent in Downtown Reading, MA with pricing that ranges from $1,810 to $6,130. There are also 30 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown Reading ranging from $2,250 to $4,200.
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Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Downtown Reading ranges from $2,250 to $4,200 with an average monthly rent of $3,191.
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