
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the College Heights Neighborhood of Reading, PA from $600 (17 Rentals)
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50 N 11th St

611 Pear St

725 Washington St

1129 Chestnut St
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1035 N 10th St
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College Heights, Reading, PA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in College Heights?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| College Heights Studio Apartments | $1,050 | $1,000 | $1,100 |
| College Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,184 | $795 | $1,450 |
| College Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,502 | $1,050 | $1,700 |
| College Heights 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,300 | $1,000 | $1,600 |
| College Heights 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,445 | $1,395 | $1,495 |
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There are currently 17 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the College Heights Neighborhood of Reading, PA.
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Cheapest Available College Heights Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the College Heights area of Allentown, 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 College Heights apartments for rent in Allentown, 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 |
| Ridgeview Apartment Homes | One Bedroom - 665 sqft Mount Penn | 1BR,1BA | $1,120 |
| Hollywood Court Apartments | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,299 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in College Heights, PA
As of December 21, 2025 the best value apartment in the College Heights 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 College Heights 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 College Heights 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 |
| Hollywood Court Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| Court Commons | 2 Bedroom Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1.40 |
| 1502 Centre Ave, Unit 2 | 1502 Centre Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.66 |
| Carsonia Manor | 2 BR | 2BR,1BA | $1.97 |
| Ridgeview Apartment Homes | One Bedroom - 665 sqft Mount Penn | 1BR,1BA | $1.68 |
| The Berkshire | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.16 |
| Berkshire Towers | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.67 |
| Reading Lofts | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.90 |
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Lifestyle Ratings
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Getting Around the College Heights Neighborhood in Reading, PA
Walk Score®
66 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
35 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap College Heights Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom College Heights Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom College Heights Apartment is $1,000 at Berkshire Towers.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom College Heights Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in College Heights is starting from $1,275 at Ridgeview Apartment Homes.
Expert Rental Resources
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