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property at 3 Summit Dr

3 Summit Dr

ReadingMA01867
property at 72 Linden St

72 Linden St

ReadingMA01867
property at 223 Essex St

223 Essex St

MelroseMA02176

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property at 295 Main St

295 Main St

ReadingMA01867
property at 100 Ledgewood Dr

100 Ledgewood Dr, Unit 216

100 Ledgewood Dr
StonehamMA02180
property at 177 Central St

177 Central St

StonehamMA02180
property at 144 Marble St

144 Marble St

StonehamMA02180

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property at 4 Albert Dr

4 Albert Dr, Unit 11

4 Albert Dr
WoburnMA01801
property at 2 Summit Dr

2 Summit Dr

ReadingMA01867
property at 200 Ledgewood Dr

200 Ledgewood Dr

StonehamMA02180
property at 40 Main St

40 Main St

North ReadingMA01864
property at 7 Greenbriar Dr

7 Greenbriar Dr

North ReadingMA01864
property at 40 Main St

40 Main St

North ReadingMA01864

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Reading, MA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Reading Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Reading, MA is a Studio unit found at Leisure Lane Apartments in the West Side neighborhood priced from $1,750. Mill Street Gardens in the Nobility Hill neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,950. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Reading apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Leisure Lane ApartmentsstudioStudio,1BA$1,750
Mill Street Gardens1 Bedroom, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,950
Mill Street HeightsB1BR,1BA$2,225
Edgewood ApartmentsLilac1BR,1BA$2,238
Inwood WestOne Bedroom A1B1BR,1BA$2,309

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Reading, MA

As of November 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the Reading area is the $0.28 price per square foot 6 Dragon Court Cir Model at 6 Dragon Court Cir, Unit NA in the in the Walnut Hill neighborhood starting from $2,800. The second greatest value Reading apartment is the Two Bedroom Model at Stonehill Towers starting at $2,600 with a $2.03 price per square foot in the West Side neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Reading apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
6 Dragon Court Cir, Unit NA6 Dragon Court Cir4BR,1.5BA$0.28
Stonehill TowersTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$2.03
Nexxus ApartmentsThe Suffolk2BR,2.5BA$2.54
48 Pleasant Street2BR/1.5BA2BR,1.5BA$2.82
Regency PlaceNorfolk Renovated2BR,2BA$2.80
159 Main St159 Main St2BR,2BA$2.67
286 Albion St, Unit #2286 Albion St1BR,1BA$2.46
Mill Street Gardens2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.65
Inwood WestOne Bedroom A1B1BR,1BA$2.74
34 Richardson St, Unit #234 Richardson St2BR,1BA$2.63

Boston Neighborhood Guide: Living Near UMass, MGH, and State Street

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Frequently Asked Questions about Reading

What type of rentals are currently available in Reading?

There are currently 163 Apartments for Rent in Reading, MA with pricing that ranges from $1,745 to $8,193. There are also 53 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Reading ranging from $1,750 to $22,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Reading?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Reading ranges from $1,750 to $22,500 with an average monthly rent of $6,837.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Reading?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Reading range from $2,500 to $5,505, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,800 to $4,750. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,495 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,800.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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The 10 Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Boston, MA

Written by: Amelia Ramstead

Boston is known for its exciting combination of early American history and modern high-tech universities and employers.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.