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414 Pine StReading, PA 19602
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Washington Towers
50 N 4th StReading, PA 19601
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111 S 8th St
111 S 8th StReading, PA 19602
306 S 5th St
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Berkshire Towers
726 Washington StReading, PA 19601
345 Spring St
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1900 Hill Rd
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827 Chestnut St
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214 S 13th St
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522 N 10th St
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837 Washington St, Unit 3
837 Washington StReading, PA 19601
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Reading Tower
601 Penn StReading, PA 19601
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132 Clymer St, Unit 2
132 Clymer StReading, PA 19602
323 N 9th St
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The Berkshire
501 Washington StReading, PA 19601
136 S 5th St
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Barley Square Apartments
220 Grape StReading, PA 19602
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Centre Park Place
601 N 5th StReading, PA 19601
1501 Mulberry St
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1217 Moss St
1217 Moss StReading, PA 19604
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River Oak Apartments
125 River Oak DrReading, PA 19601
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Edgemont Terrace Apartments
1515 Hill RdReading, PA 19602
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Lincoln Tower Apartments
100 N 5th StReading, PA 19601
614 Minor St
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336 N 6th St
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Big Mill Apartments
702 N 8th StReading, PA 19604
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502 Walnut St
502 Walnut StReading, PA 19601
230 S 13th St
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Reading Lofts
100 South 4th StreetReading, PA 19602
1244 Perkiomen Ave
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238 S 6th Street
238 S 6th StReading, PA 19602
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Mount Penn Manor Apartments
601 S 19th StReading, PA 19606
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Grammary Court Apartments
211 W Douglass StReading, PA 19601
338 S 5th St
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232 S. 6th St.
232 S 6th StReading, PA 19602
215 S 5th St
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1035 N 10th St
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324 Spring St
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District 8, Reading, PA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in District 8?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| District 8 Studio Apartments | $1,132 | $800 | $2,200 |
| District 8 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,125 | $850 | $1,400 |
| District 8 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,457 | $970 | $2,100 |
| District 8 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,385 | $1,025 | $1,700 |
| District 8 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,562 | $1,550 | $1,575 |
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Cheapest Available District 8 Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the District 8 area of Allentown, PA is a Studio unit found at Washington Towers priced from $925. 238 S 6th Street has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,025. Here are the most affordable District 8 apartments for rent in Allentown, PA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Washington Towers | Studio | Studio,1BA | $925 |
| 238 S 6th Street | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,025 |
| Reading Tower | -09 | Studio,1BA | $1,080 |
| 232 S. 6th St. | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| The Berkshire | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,100 |
| 1224 Eckert Avenue | 3BR/1.0BA | 3BR,1BA | $1,150 |
| Ridgeview Apartment Homes | One Bedroom - 665 sqft Mount Penn | 1BR,1BA | $1,160 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in District 8, PA
As of September 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the District 8 area is the $0.85 price per square foot 3BR/1.0BA Model at 1224 Eckert Avenue in the in the Oakbrook neighborhood starting from $1,150. The second greatest value District 8 apartment is the 134 W Douglass St Model at 134 W Douglass St, Unit 1 starting at $1,400 with a $1.08 price per square foot in the Oakbrook neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for District 8 apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1224 Eckert Avenue | 3BR/1.0BA | 3BR,1BA | $0.85 |
| 134 W Douglass St, Unit 1 | 134 W Douglass St | 2BR,1BA | $1.08 |
| 226 Clymer St, Unit Aprt 2 | 226 Clymer St | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| 1517 Hill Rd, Unit 4h | 1517 Hill Rd | 2BR,2BA | $1.51 |
| 435 N 5th St, Unit 2 | 435 N 5th St | 3BR,1BA | $1.70 |
| 132 Clymer St, Unit 2 | 132 Clymer St | 2BR,1BA | $1.37 |
| St. Lawrence | 01b, One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.70 |
| Ridgeview Apartment Homes | One Bedroom - 665 sqft Mount Penn | 1BR,1BA | $1.74 |
| 111 S 8th St | 111 S 8th St | 2BR,1BA | $1.99 |
| Washington Towers | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.94 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap District 8 Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in District 8?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in District 8 is at Washington Towers listed at $925.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom District 8 Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom District 8 Apartment is $1,160 at Ridgeview Apartment Homes.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom District 8 Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in District 8 is starting from $1,025 at 238 S 6th Street.
What is the most affordable District 8 Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap District 8 Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 1224 Eckert Avenue and starts from $1,150.
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