Cheap Apartments for Rent in Reading, OH from $500 (30 Rentals)
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Roselawn Apartments

Ridge Hill Manor

4096 Longford Dr, Unit Furnished Apt

Anna Marie Apartments, LLC

Heirlooms of Cincinnati
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The Meadows of Gahl Terrace Apartments

2417 Losantiville Ave

6734 Montgomery Rd, Unit 3
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Reading, OH Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Reading?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cheap Reading Studio Apartments | $1,334 | $725 | $1,746 |
Cheap Reading 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,247 | $675 | $1,879 |
Cheap Reading 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,503 | $830 | $3,199 |
Cheap Reading 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,401 | $935 | $2,610 |
Cheap Reading 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,660 | $1,500 | $1,800 |
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Cheapest Available Reading Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Reading, OH is a Studio unit found at 5848 Montgomery Road in the East Cincinnati neighborhood priced from $695. Anna Marie Apartments, LLC in the Wyoming neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $825. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Reading apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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5848 Montgomery Road | Studio, 1 Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $695 |
Anna Marie Apartments, LLC | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
Heirlooms of Cincinnati | B4 | 2BR,1BA | $830 |
Stillwell Quad Apartments | 1 bed / 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
Elliott Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
The Meadows of Gahl Terrace Apartments | Forester | 1BR,1BA | $890 |
Lakeshore Drive Apartment Homes | Studio | Studio,1BA | $915 |
1 & 2 Bedrooms at Clearwater Apartments – | CW 1/1 B | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
Crest Hill Quad Apartments | 2 bed / 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $950 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Reading, OH
As of July 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the Reading area is the $0.65 price per square foot 1280 Section Rd Model at 1280 Section Rd, Unit #1 in the in the Arlington Heights neighborhood starting from $950. The second greatest value Reading apartment is the 7844 Glenorchard Dr Model at 7844 Glenorchard Dr, Unit B starting at $1,600 with a $1.14 price per square foot in the Hartwell 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. |
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1280 Section Rd, Unit #1 | 1280 Section Rd | 1BR,1BA | $0.65 |
7844 Glenorchard Dr, Unit B | 7844 Glenorchard Dr | 4BR,2BA | $1.14 |
The Heritage at Wyoming | Heritage: 2BD/2BA/Den | 2BR,2BA | $1.31 |
Crest Hill Quad Apartments | 2 bed / 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
Powells Garden Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.15 |
Stillwell Quad Apartments | 1 bed / 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.06 |
Anna Marie Apartments, LLC | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.03 |
The Meadows of Gahl Terrace Apartments | Forester | 1BR,1BA | $1.19 |
6734 Montgomery Rd, Unit 3 | 6734 Montgomery Rd | 1BR,1BA | $1.38 |
5848 Montgomery Road | Studio, 1 Bathroom | Studio ,1BA | $1.26 |
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Best Local Schools in Reading, OH
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Getting Around Reading, OH
Walk Score®
57 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
41 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
1 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
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- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Reading Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Reading?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Reading is at 5848 Montgomery Road listed at $695.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Reading Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Reading Apartment is $825 at Anna Marie Apartments, LLC.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Reading Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Reading is starting from $830 at Heirlooms of Cincinnati.
What is the most affordable Reading Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Reading Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Heirlooms of Cincinnati and starts from $935.
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