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How much does it cost to rent a home in Reading?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reading 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,138 | $2,400 | $5,650 |
| Reading 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,715 | $1,250 | $4,500 |
| Reading 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,708 | $2,800 | $6,995 |
| Reading 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,950 | $5,950 | $5,950 |
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Cheapest Available Reading Apartments for Rent and Nearby
The cheapest available apartment rental in Reading, MA is a 1 Bed unit found at Mill Street Gardens in the Nobility Hill neighborhood priced from $1,950. Rockledge Apartments in the Greenwood neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,000. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Reading apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mill Street Gardens | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,950 |
| Rockledge Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2,000 |
| 27-37 Water St | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,100 |
| Station 316 Apartments | S1 - 40B Moderate Income Housing Program | Studio,1BA | $2,137 |
| Inwood West | One Bedroom A1B | 1BR,1BA | $2,373 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Reading, MA and Nearby
As of July 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Reading area is the $1.27 price per square foot 3 Dragon Court Cir Model at 3 Dragon Court Cir, Unit 3 Dragon Court Cir in the in the Walnut Hill neighborhood starting from $3,500. The second greatest value Reading apartment is the 24 Haverhill St Model at 24 Haverhill St, Unit Amazing In-law Apartment starting at $2,700 with a $1.86 price per square foot in the Outer Greater Merrimack Valley neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Reading apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Dragon Court Cir, Unit 3 Dragon Court Cir | 3 Dragon Court Cir | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.27 |
| 24 Haverhill St, Unit Amazing In-law Apartment | 24 Haverhill St | 1BR,2BA | $1.86 |
| Aster at the Summit | B2B | 2BR,2BA | $3.10 |
| 159 Main St | 159 Main St | 2BR,2BA | $2.67 |
| Reading Commons | aa3- 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.92 |
| Washington Crossing Apartments | Charles 1B1B | 1BR,1BA | $2.92 |
| Mill Street Gardens | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.65 |
| Inwood West | One Bedroom A1B | 1BR,1BA | $2.82 |
| 273 Albion St, Unit #23 | 273 Albion St | 2BR,1BA | $3.03 |
| Nexxus Apartments | The Peabody | 1BR,1.5BA | $3.08 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Reading?
There are currently 156 Apartments for Rent in Reading, MA with pricing that ranges from $1,845 to $9,085. There are also 50 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Reading ranging from $1,250 to $6,995.
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Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Reading ranges from $1,250 to $6,995 with an average monthly rent of $3,999.
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