
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Center City Neighborhood of Reading, PA (143 Rentals)


Berkshire Tower Apartments

Washington Towers

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147 W Buttonwood St, Unit Unit 1FL, Unit Unit 1FL

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738 N 3rd St, Unit 3, Unit 3

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165 Douglass St, Unit 3, Unit 3

136 S 5th St

610 Franklin St

725 Washington St

138 N 8th St
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960 N 11th St

147 W Douglass St

531 Chestnut St

502 Walnut St

348 N 9th St

Saylor Apartments

201a S 4th St

102 N 4th St

19 S 3rd St

206 S 3RD St
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832 Centre Ave

101-109 N 9th St

121-123 9th St

Manor at Market Square Senior Living

115 Windsor St

120 N 10th St

14-16 S 10th St

827 Green St

1252 Perkiomen Ave

342 N 10th St
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126-128 S 5th St

523 Greenwich St

1041 Penn St

45 S 9th St

1335 Perkiomen Ave

The Bingham Apartments

846 Bingaman St

247 S 5th St

40 N 11th St

831 Green St
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216 N 4th St

40 S Tenth St

1159 Chestnut St

139 S 9th St

557 Centre Ave

919 Buttonwood St

1156 Franklin St

1339 Mineral Spring Rd

46-48 N 6th St

855-859 Penn St
Center City, Reading, PA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Center City?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Center City Studio Apartments | $975 | $900 | $1,100 |
Center City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,253 | $1,000 | $2,000 |
| Center City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,512 | $1,050 | $1,700 |
| Center City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,962 | $1,475 | $2,450 |
| Center City 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,775 | $1,700 | $1,825 |
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There are currently 143 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Center City Neighborhood of Reading, PA.
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Largest Available Center City 1 Bedroom Apartments
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Washington Towers | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 767 Sq Ft | $1,180 |
| 555 Pearl Street | 1 bedroom | 451 Sq Ft | $1,175 |
Cheapest Available Center City 1 Bedroom Apartments
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| 555 Pearl Street | 1 bedroom | $1,175 |
| Washington Towers | 1 Bed 1 Bath | $1,180 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleCenter City, Reading, PA
Ranked #41
Among cities in Pennsylvania for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Center City Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Center City with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Center City is at 555 Pearl Street listed at $1,175.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Center City Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Center City is $1,253.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Center City Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Center City is a 767 square feet unit starting from $1,180 at Washington Towers.
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