Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Bethany Neighborhood of Reading, PA from $600 (28 Rentals)
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819 N 5th St

1216 Perkiomen Ave

1126 Franklin St
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1129 Chestnut St

310 Bern St

120 N 9th St

727 Chestnut St

919 N 12th St, Unit Denise Fernandez

143 S 12th St, Unit 1ST FLOOR

614-616 Schuylkill Ave
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Bethany, Reading, PA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Bethany?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Bethany Studio Apartments | $1,175 | $975 | $1,375 |
Bethany 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,691 | $630 | $4,029 |
Bethany 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,254 | $1,100 | $4,849 |
Bethany 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,532 | $1,500 | $5,679 |
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Cheapest Available Bethany Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Bethany area of Allentown, PA is a 1 Bed unit found at Studios on Spring priced from $1,150. Bakery Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,200. Here are the most affordable Bethany apartments for rent in Allentown, PA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Studios on Spring | Studio 1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,150 |
Bakery Apartments | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
Berkshire Terrace Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,225 |
Bookbindery | The Gardens | 1BR,1BA | $1,325 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Bethany, PA
As of June 23, 2025 the best value apartment in the Bethany area is the $2.09 price per square foot 3 bedroom 2 bath, 1742 sq ft Model at 100 Park at Wyomissing Square in the in the Oakbrook neighborhood starting from $3,638. The second greatest value Bethany apartment is the 919 N 12th St Model at 919 N 12th St, Unit Denise Fernandez starting at $1,100 with a $0.73 price per square foot in the Penn's Commons neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Bethany apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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100 Park at Wyomissing Square | 3 bedroom 2 bath, 1742 sq ft | 3BR,2BA | $2.09 |
919 N 12th St, Unit Denise Fernandez | 919 N 12th St | 2BR,1BA | $0.73 |
165 Douglass St, Unit 1 | 165 Douglass St | 2BR,1BA | $1.21 |
226 Clymer St, Unit Aprt 2 | 226 Clymer St | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
222 Clymer St, Unit 1 | 222 Clymer St | 2BR,1BA | $1.17 |
Wynnewood Park Apartments | Two bedroom, two bath apartment | 2BR,2BA | $1.67 |
Franklin Manor Apartments | 1 Bed w/ Office | 1BR,1BA | $1.89 |
Bookbindery | The Summit | 2BR,1BA | $1.83 |
143 S 12th St, Unit 1ST FLOOR | 143 S 12th St | 1BR,1BA | $1.38 |
500 Walnut St, Unit 2E | 500 Walnut St | Studio ,1BA | $1.22 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleBethany, Reading, PA
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Among neighborhoods in Reading, PA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
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Getting Around the Bethany Neighborhood in Reading, PA
Walk Score®
75 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
47 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Bethany Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Bethany?
The cheapest apartment in Bethany is Studios on Spring which is listed at $1,150, while the average apartment in Bethany costs $2,023.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Bethany?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 3 regular apartments in Bethany that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Bethany?
Cheap apartments in Bethany have an average cost of $123 which is $1,900 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Bethany.
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