Cheap Apartments for Rent in the District 8 Reading, PA from $600 (25 Rentals)

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Washington Towers
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Washington Towers

50 N 4th StReading, PA 19601
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Centre Park Place
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Centre Park Place

601 N 5th StReading, PA 19601
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The Lofts on Marion
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Lofts on Marion

1200 N 11th StReading, PA 19604
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Big Mill Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Big Mill Apartments

702 N 8th StReading, PA 19604
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502 Walnut St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

502 Walnut St

502 Walnut StReading, PA 19601
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Bakery Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Bakery Apartments

100 S 3rd StReading, PA 19602
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St Lawrence Garden
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

St Lawrence Garden

2900 Oley Turnpike RdReading, PA 19606
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District 8, Reading, PA Local Guide

Cheapest Available District 8 Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the District 8 area of Allentown, PA is a 1 Bed unit found at Studios on Spring priced from $1,150. Ridgeview Apartment Homes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,195. Here are the most affordable District 8 apartments for rent in Allentown, PA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Studios on SpringStudio 11BR,1BA$1,150
Ridgeview Apartment HomesOne Bedroom - 665 sqft Mount Penn1BR,1BA$1,195
Bakery Apartments1 Bed/1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,200
Berkshire Terrace Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,225
Hollywood Court Apartments1 bedroom1BR,1BA$1,299

Best Value Apartments for Rent in District 8, PA

As of June 08, 2025 the best value apartment in the District 8 area is the $0.73 price per square foot 919 N 12th St Model at 919 N 12th St, Unit Denise Fernandez in the in the Penn's Commons neighborhood starting from $1,100. The second greatest value District 8 apartment is the 226 Clymer St Model at 226 Clymer St, Unit Aprt 2 starting at $1,200 with a $1.00 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
919 N 12th St, Unit Denise Fernandez919 N 12th St2BR,1BA$0.73
226 Clymer St, Unit Aprt 2226 Clymer St2BR,1BA$1.00
Wynnewood Park ApartmentsTwo bedroom, two bath apartment2BR,2BA$1.66
Hollywood Court Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.56
BookbinderyThe Summit2BR,1BA$1.83
Exeter Village Apartments1 Bed | 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.84
143 S 12th St, Unit 1ST FLOOR143 S 12th St1BR,1BA$1.38
Bakery Apartments2 Bed/1 Bath2BR,1BA$2.21
Ridgeview Apartment HomesOne Bedroom - 665 sqft Mount Penn1BR,1BA$1.80
1545 Cortland Ave, Unit 1st Front1545 Cortland Ave1BR,1BA$2.13

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
District 8, Reading, PA

Ranked #29

Among neighborhoods in Reading, PA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of neighborhoods, areas, and rental properties across Pennsylvania and customized analysis for Southwestern Allentown. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for easy access to the parks, luxury amenities, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Getting Around the District 8 Neighborhood in Reading, PA

Walk Score®

69 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

31 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap District 8 Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom District 8 Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom District 8 Apartment is $1,150 at Studios on Spring.

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 $1,360 at Ridgeview Apartment Homes.

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