
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the District 8 Reading, PA from $300 (47 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the District 8 area of Reading.


1023 Greenwich St

1019 Chestnut St, Unit 3A

Washington Towers

119 S 6th St

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1536 Mineral Spring Rd, Unit 2

Berkshire Tower Apartments

837 Washington St, Unit 3

121 S 12th St
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Reading Tower

1339 Mineral Spring Rd

1830 Perkiomen Ave

248 N 11th St

227 Hudson St

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1301 Hampden Blvd, Unit 2

The Berkshire

25 S 9th St

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163 Douglass St
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Pennside Manor Apartments

1620 Perkiomen Ave

450 S 18th St

55 S 6th St

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1224 Eckert Ave, Unit 1224 Eckert Avenue - 2nd and 3rd Floor

111 S 6th St

231 W Greenwich St

Barley Square Apartments

Centre Park Place
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413-415 Woodward St

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Edgemont Terrace Apartments

Lincoln Tower Apartments

Big Mill Apartments

502 Walnut St

Reading Lofts

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Grammary Court Apartments
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531 Chestnut St

1622 Cotton St

1403 Cotton St

Goggleworks Apartments

St Lawrence Garden

Bakery Apartments

19 S 11th St

349 N 2nd St

Elm View
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1440 Cotton St

1614 Cotton St
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 | $1,025 | $925 | $1,100 |
| District 8 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,191 | $775 | $1,430 |
| District 8 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,461 | $895 | $1,750 |
| District 8 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,593 | $1,200 | $2,500 |
| District 8 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,698 | $1,600 | $1,795 |
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There are currently 47 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the District 8 Neighborhood of Reading, PA.
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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. The Berkshire has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,100. 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 |
| The Berkshire | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,100 |
| 1030 Penn St | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1,390 |
| Court Commons | 2 Bedroom Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1,400 |
| Ridgeview Apartment Homes | One Bedroom - 672 sqft Antietam Arms | 1BR,1BA | $1,400 |
| Hollywood Court Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,699 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in District 8, PA
As of June 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the District 8 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 District 8 apartment is the 163 Douglass St Model at 163 Douglass St starting at $1,485 with a $1.35 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 Ave, Unit 1224 Eckert Avenue - 2nd and 3rd Floor | 1224 Eckert Ave | 3BR,1BA | $0.92 |
| 163 Douglass St | 163 Douglass St | 2BR,1BA | $1.35 |
| Court Commons | 2 Bedroom Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1.40 |
| Hollywood Court Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.90 |
| The Berkshire | B2 | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.05 |
| Ridgeview Apartment Homes | One Bedroom - 665 sqft Mount Penn | 1BR,1BA | $2.12 |
| 1536 Mineral Spring Rd, Unit 2 | 1536 Mineral Spring Rd | Studio ,1BA | $1.67 |
| Washington Towers | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.94 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDistrict 8, Reading, PA
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Among cities in Pennsylvania for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
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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 $1,180 at Washington Towers.
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 $1,290 at Washington Towers.
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