
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Center City Berks Neighborhood of Reading, PA from $800 (21 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Center City Berks area of Reading.


405 Green Terrace

1047 Penn St

Berkshire Towers

413 N 11th St, Unit 1st floor

Reading Lofts

303 Penn St, Unit 3
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Hollywood Court Apartments

The Berkshire

229 S 6th St

840 Centre Ave, Unit 840 Centre ave

435 N 5th St, Unit 1

1047 Penn St

Pennside Manor Apartments
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523 Oley St

304 S 6th St, Unit 2F

Country Club Apartments

502 Walnut St

Studios on Spring

2 E Elm St, Unit # 2

Berkshire Terrace Apartments
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Center City Berks, Reading, PA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Center City Berks?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Center City Berks Studio Apartments | $1,158 | $1,000 | $1,375 |
| Center City Berks 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,580 | $875 | $3,846 |
| Center City Berks 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,847 | $1,095 | $3,312 |
| Center City Berks 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,587 | $1,600 | $3,576 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 21 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Center City Berks Neighborhood of Reading, PA.
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Cheapest Available Center City Berks Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Center City Berks area of Reading, PA is a 1 Bed unit found at Berkshire Towers priced from $1,000. Reading Lofts has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,000. Here are the most affordable Center City Berks apartments for rent in Reading, PA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Berkshire Towers | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| Reading Lofts | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,000 |
| The Berkshire | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,100 |
| Studios on Spring | Studio 2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,150 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Center City Berks, PA
As of January 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the Center City Berks area is the $1.18 price per square foot 1224 Eckert Ave Model at 1224 Eckert Ave, Unit 2nd-3rd Floor in the in the Oakbrook neighborhood starting from $1,600. The second greatest value Center City Berks apartment is the 1517 Hill Rd Model at 1517 Hill Rd, Unit 4h starting at $1,650 with a $1.51 price per square foot in the Southside neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Center City Berks apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1224 Eckert Ave, Unit 2nd-3rd Floor | 1224 Eckert Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| 1517 Hill Rd, Unit 4h | 1517 Hill Rd | 2BR,2BA | $1.51 |
| The Reserve at Wyomissing | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Signature | 1BR,1BA | $1.77 |
| Country Club Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.83 |
| Wynnewood Park Apartments | One bedroom, one bath apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1.88 |
| 840 Centre Ave, Unit 840 Centre ave | 840 Centre Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| 435 N 5th St, Unit 1 | 435 N 5th St | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| 303 Penn St, Unit 3 | 303 Penn St | 2BR,1BA | $1.53 |
| Berkshire Towers | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.67 |
| 1568 Mineral Spring Rd, Unit 2F | 1568 Mineral Spring Rd | 1BR,1BA | $1.46 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleCenter City Berks, Reading, PA
Ranked #34
Among cities in Pennsylvania for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Center City Berks Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Center City Berks Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Center City Berks Apartment is $1,000 at Berkshire Towers.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Center City Berks Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Center City Berks is starting from $1,450 at Reading Lofts.
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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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