
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Reading, OH from $500 (32 Rentals)
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2664 Vera Ave

1811 Losantiville Ave

Powells Garden Apartments

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1623 Summit Rd, Unit 1

50 Gahl Terrace

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6842 Montgomery Rd

Williamsburg
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512 Olden Ave, Unit 3

Anna Marie Apartments, LLC

The Montgomeries

Aljoy Court

The Meadows of Gahl Terrace Apartments

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7332 Reading Rd, Unit #3

Ridge Hill Manor

Lynn Haven House
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Glen Meadows Apartments

5848 Montgomery Road

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The Bloks
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1627 Summit Rd

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Stillwell Quad Apartments

7008 Ohio Ave

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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Reading Studio Apartments | $980 | $750 | $1,800 |
| Cheap Reading 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,018 | $780 | $1,879 |
| Cheap Reading 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,487 | $880 | $3,199 |
| Cheap Reading 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,803 | $1,200 | $2,689 |
| Cheap Reading 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,600 | $1,600 | $1,600 |
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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. Summit East - A Senior Community in the Hartwell neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $720. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Reading apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5848 Montgomery Road | Studio, 1 Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $695 |
| Summit East - A Senior Community | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath - 560SqFt | 1BR,1BA | $720 |
| Courtyard Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $789 |
| Williamsburg | A4 | 1BR,1BA | $857 |
| Anna Marie Apartments, LLC | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
| Powells Garden Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Reading, OH
As of March 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Reading area is the $1.14 price per square foot 7844 Glenorchard Dr Model at 7844 Glenorchard Dr, Unit B in the in the Hartwell neighborhood starting from $1,600. The second greatest value Reading apartment is the 2 bed / 1 bath Model at Crest Hill Quad Apartments starting at $975 with a $1.03 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7844 Glenorchard Dr, Unit B | 7844 Glenorchard Dr | 4BR,2BA | $1.14 |
| Crest Hill Quad Apartments | 2 bed / 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.03 |
| Roselawn Apartments | Large 2 bedroom 1 bath Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1.02 |
| 6713 Highland Ave, Unit 2 | 6713 Highland Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.24 |
| 1623 Section Rd, Unit 2 | 1623 Section Rd | 2BR,1BA | $1.24 |
| Anna Marie Apartments, LLC | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.09 |
| The Meadows of Gahl Terrace Apartments | Forester | 1BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| Powells Garden Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| 7332 Reading Rd, Unit #3 | 7332 Reading Rd | 1BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| Summit East - A Senior Community | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath - 560SqFt | 1BR,1BA | $1.29 |
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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 $720 at Summit East - A Senior Community.
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 $885 at Aljoy Court.
What is the most affordable Reading Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Reading Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Lakeshore Drive Apartment Homes and starts from $1,565.
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