
Apartments for Rent in Reading, PA Under $1,200 (41 Rentals)


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Berkshire Tower Apartments

Washington Towers

1830 Perkiomen Ave

19 S 11th St

136 S 5th St
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25 S 9th St

450 S 18th St

610 Franklin St

1339 Good St

638 N 2nd St

1651 Perkiomen Ave

1023 Greenwich St

138 N 8th St

147 W Douglass St

1031 Marion St
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358 Spring St

502 Walnut St

148 S 6th St

1327 Perkiomen Ave

119 N 4th St

219 N 9th St

425 S 15th St

1635 Centre Ave

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St Lawrence Garden
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429 Chestnut St, Unit 1, Unit 1
Reading, PA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Reading?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reading Studio Apartments Under $1200 | $1,075 | $900 | $1,375 |
| Reading 1 Bedroom Apartments Under $1200 | $1,728 | $775 | $4,155 |
| Reading 2 Bedroom Apartments Under $1200 | $1,759 | $1,050 | $4,483 |
| Reading 3 Bedroom Apartments Under $1200 | $2,215 | $1,250 | $5,664 |
| Reading 4 Bedroom Apartments Under $1200 | $1,731 | $1,600 | $1,825 |
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Best Local Schools in Reading, PA
Owatin Creek Elementary School
Exeter Twp Senior High School
Exeter Twp Junior High School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Reading
How much are Studio apartments in Reading?
There are currently 43 Studio Apartments in Reading with rent ranges from $900 to $1,375 with an average price of $1,075.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Reading Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Reading ranges from $775 to $4,155 with an average monthly rent of $1,728.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Reading cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Reading range from $1,050 to $4,483. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,759.
How expensive are Reading Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 43 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Reading on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,250 to $5,664 - averaging $2,215 for the location.
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