Cheap Homes for Rent in College Heights Neighborhood of Reading, PA from $300 (6 Rentals)

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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 Studio unit found at Washington Towers priced from $925. The Berkshire has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,100. Here are the most affordable College Heights apartments for rent in Allentown, PA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Washington TowersStudioStudio,1BA$925
The BerkshireStudioStudio,1BA$1,100
Ridgeview Apartment HomesOne Bedroom - 665 sqft Mount Penn1BR,1BA$1,195

Best Value Apartments for Rent in College Heights, PA

As of May 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the College Heights area is the $0.92 price per square foot 1224 Eckert Ave Model at 1224 Eckert Ave, Unit 1224 Eckert Avenue - 2nd and 3rd Floor in the in the Oakbrook neighborhood starting from $1,250. The second greatest value College Heights apartment is the 920 Marion St Model at 920 Marion St, Unit 3 starting at $1,095 with a $1.10 price per square foot in the Glenside neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for College Heights apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1224 Eckert Ave, Unit 1224 Eckert Avenue - 2nd and 3rd Floor1224 Eckert Ave3BR,1BA$0.92
920 Marion St, Unit 3920 Marion St2BR,1BA$1.10
Hollywood Court Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.90
Oak Forest ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.62
Bakery Apartments4 Bed/1 Bath4BR,1BA$2.13
Carsonia Manor2 BR 1.5 BATHS2BR,1.5BA$2.18
The BerkshireB22BR,1.5BA$2.05
147 W Buttonwood St, Unit UNIT 2FL147 W Buttonwood St2BR,1BA$1.79
Ridgeview Apartment HomesOne Bedroom - 665 sqft Mount Penn1BR,1BA$1.80
Washington TowersStudioStudio ,1BA$1.94

Frequently Asked Questions about College Heights

What type of rentals are currently available in College Heights?

There are currently 203 Apartments for Rent in College Heights, PA with pricing that ranges from $850 to $1,750. There are also 31 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in College Heights ranging from $350 to $1,900.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in College Heights?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in College Heights ranges from $350 to $1,900 with an average monthly rent of $1,323.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in College Heights?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in College Heights range from $1,250 to $1,250, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,400 to $1,900. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,255 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,700.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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