
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Reading, OH from $500 (79 Rentals)
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Williamsburg

Aljoy Court

Roselawn Apartments

Ridge Hill Manor

1631 Summit Rd, Unit Apt 2

Heirlooms of Cincinnati Apartments

Powells Garden Apartments

512 Olden Ave, Unit 3

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6477 Montgomery Rd, Unit 1
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6619 Bantry Ave

307 Pearl St - Pl

Anna Marie Apartments, LLC

The Montgomeries

Lakeshore Drive Apartment Homes

The Meadows of Gahl Terrace Apartments

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6615 Bantry Ave, Unit 5

1638 Crest Hill Ave

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6842 Montgomery Rd, Unit 4

7796 Stillwell Rd
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1711 Portman Ave, Unit 2

7100 Eastlawn Dr

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8914 Reading Rd, Unit 4

17 Orchard Ave Arlington Hts, Unit 2

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7740 Stillwell Rd, Unit 7740 Stillwell Rd #3

7839 Newbedford Ave

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5666 Montgomery Rd, Unit 3

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6834 Park Ave, Unit D

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6835 Plainfield Rd, Unit 3

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6717 Belkenton Ave, Unit 3
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7734 Greenland Pl, Unit 4

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252 Hartwell Ave, Unit 1

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7750 Greenland Pl, Unit 7750 Greenland Place

7734 Greenland Pl, Unit 3

3910 E Gatewood Ln, Unit Apt 1

7746 Greenland Pl, Unit 7746 Greenland Pl 2

The Reserves at Talon Trace

8436 Burns Ave, Unit First Floor

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7012 Plainfield Rd, Unit Studio 1- Ground

Wayne Lofts
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Glen Meadows Apartments

5848 Montgomery Road

Montgomery Road Garden Window Apartments

Montgomery Road Apartments

Brookview Apartments

The Bloks

1627 Summit Rd

2111 Lawn Ave

Courtyard Apartments

Anthony Wayne Apartments
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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 | $896 | $661 | $1,800 |
| Cheap Reading 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,000 | $705 | $1,879 |
| Cheap Reading 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,544 | $880 | $3,199 |
| Cheap Reading 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,846 | $995 | $2,711 |
| Cheap Reading 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,063 | $1,600 | $2,295 |
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Cheapest Available Reading Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Reading, OH is a Studio unit found at Williamsburg in the Hartwell neighborhood priced from $658. Heirlooms of Cincinnati Apartments in the Paddock Hills neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $775. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Reading apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Williamsburg | S1 | Studio,1BA | $658 |
| Heirlooms of Cincinnati Apartments | The Beech - Studio (400 sf) | Studio,1BA | $775 |
| Courtyard Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $789 |
| Anna Marie Apartments, LLC | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
| Lakeshore Drive Apartment Homes | One Bedroom-630 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $885 |
| Aljoy Court | 2 bedroom 1 bath Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $885 |
| The Meadows of Gahl Terrace Apartments | Forester | 1BR,1BA | $890 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Reading, OH
As of June 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Reading area is the $0.71 price per square foot 20 Clark Rd Model at 20 Clark Rd, Unit 1 in the in the Wyoming neighborhood starting from $1,500. 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Clark Rd, Unit 1 | 20 Clark Rd | 2BR,1BA | $0.71 |
| 7844 Glenorchard Dr, Unit B | 7844 Glenorchard Dr | 4BR,2BA | $1.14 |
| 7750 Greenland Pl, Unit 7750 Greenland Place | 7750 Greenland Pl | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.98 |
| 7740 Stillwell Rd, Unit 7740 Stillwell Rd #3 | 7740 Stillwell Rd | 1BR,1BA | $0.98 |
| Roselawn Apartments | 3 bedroom 1.5 bath Apartment Plan B | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.03 |
| Anna Marie Apartments, LLC | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.09 |
| 1711 Portman Ave, Unit 2 | 1711 Portman Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.16 |
| The Meadows of Gahl Terrace Apartments | Forester | 1BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| 6477 Montgomery Rd, Unit 1 | 6477 Montgomery Rd | 1BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| Williamsburg | S1 | Studio ,1BA | $1.23 |
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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 Heirlooms of Cincinnati Apartments listed at $775.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Reading Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Reading Apartment is $789 at Courtyard Apartments.
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 Roselawn Apartments and starts from $1,025.
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