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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 Ridgeview Apartment Homes priced from $1,170. Hollywood Court Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,299. Here are the most affordable District 8 apartments for rent in Allentown, PA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Ridgeview Apartment HomesOne Bedroom - 665 sqft Mount Penn1BR,1BA$1,170
Hollywood Court Apartments1 bedroom1BR,1BA$1,299
The BerkshireStudioStudio,1BA$1,500

Best Value Apartments for Rent in District 8, PA

As of August 04, 2025 the best value apartment in the District 8 area is the $1.56 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Model at Hollywood Court Apartments in the in the College Heights neighborhood starting from $1,599. The second greatest value District 8 apartment is the 409 Woodward St Model at 409 Woodward St starting at $1,200 with a $1.20 price per square foot in the Callowhill 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.
Hollywood Court Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.56
409 Woodward St409 Woodward StStudio ,1BA$1.20
The BerkshireB22BR,1.5BA$2.73
304 S 6th St, Unit 2R304 S 6th StStudio ,1BA$1.25
Ridgeview Apartment HomesOne Bedroom - 665 sqft Mount Penn1BR,1BA$1.76
1545 Cortland Ave, Unit 1st Front1545 Cortland Ave1BR,1BA$2.13
906 Franklin St, Unit 2906 Franklin St2BR,1BA$1.29
1545 Cortland Ave, Unit #Rear1545 Cortland Ave1BR,1BA$2.23

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Frequently Asked Questions about District 8

What type of rentals are currently available in District 8?

There are currently 221 Apartments for Rent in District 8, PA with pricing that ranges from $775 to $3,355. There are also 44 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in District 8 ranging from $825 to $2,100.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in District 8?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in District 8 ranges from $825 to $2,100 with an average monthly rent of $1,415.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Throughout the day, think about all the times that you have to pay for something. So many of us reach automatically for a credit card or even our phone for a quick payment.

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.