
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Reading Neighborhood of Reading, PA from $600 (17 Rentals)
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1220 Perkiomen Ave
Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money
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819 N 5th St

17 S 9th St

1570 Cotton St

Ridgeview Apartment Homes
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1035 N 10th St
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East Reading, Reading, PA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in East Reading?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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East Reading Studio Apartments | $1,116 | $900 | $1,500 |
East Reading 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,274 | $750 | $1,985 |
East Reading 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,808 | $1,100 | $2,500 |
East Reading 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,598 | $1,000 | $2,085 |
East Reading 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,250 | $1,250 | $1,250 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 17 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the East Reading Neighborhood of Reading, PA.
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Cheapest Available East Reading Apartments for Rent
 Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Hollywood Court Apartments | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,299 |
Ridgeview Apartment Homes | Two Bedroom - 950 sqft Antietam Arms | 2BR,1BA | $1,310 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Reading, PA
As of October 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the East Reading area is the $1.57 price per square foot 2 Bed | 1.5 Bath Model at Exeter Village Apartments in the in the Lorane neighborhood starting from $1,770. The second greatest value East Reading apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at Hollywood Court Apartments starting at $1,599 with a $1.56 price per square foot in the College Heights neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Reading apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Exeter Village Apartments | 2 Bed | 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.57 |
Hollywood Court Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.56 |
424 S 5th St, Unit 2 | 424 S 5th St | 2BR,1BA | $1.45 |
2209 Elizabeth Ave, Unit 3 | 2209 Elizabeth Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.61 |
222 Clymer St, Unit 3rd floor | 222 Clymer St | Studio ,1BA | $1.14 |
405 S 6th St, Unit 1 | 405 S 6th St | 1BR,1BA | $1.38 |
2581 Perkiomen Ave, Unit 1 | 2581 Perkiomen Ave | Studio ,1BA | $1.27 |
2575 Perkiomen Ave, Unit 2 | 2575 Perkiomen Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.47 |
107 Montrose Ave, Unit Apt A | 107 Montrose Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.41 |
132 Clymer St, Unit 132 Clymer #3 | 132 Clymer St | 1BR,1BA | $1.36 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleEast Reading, Reading, PA
Ranked #35
Among cities in Pennsylvania for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in East Reading, Reading, PA
Jacksonwald Elementary School
Exeter Twp Senior High School
Antietam Middle School/High School
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Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving.com compares millions of points of data to bring you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals in cities across the United States including East Reading, Reading, and the greater Reading area. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for convenient access to the outdoors, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, multifamily communities for the kids, proximity to transit, and more. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!
Getting Around the East Reading Neighborhood in Reading, PA
Walk Score®
32 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
21 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East Reading Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in East Reading?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in East Reading is at The Berkshire listed at $1,500.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom East Reading Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom East Reading Apartment is $1,299 at Hollywood Court Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom East Reading Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in East Reading is starting from $1,310 at Ridgeview Apartment Homes.
Expert Rental Resources
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.

How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Everything is a negotiation in real estate!

The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters
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The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.

The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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