Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Reading Neighborhood of Reading, PA from $600 (11 Rentals)

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Centre Park Place
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Centre Park Place

601 N 5th StReading, PA 19601
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The Lofts on Marion
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

The Lofts on Marion

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

Big Mill Apartments

702 N 8th StReading, PA 19604
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502 Walnut St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

502 Walnut St

502 Walnut StReading, PA 19601
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East Reading, Reading, PA Local Guide

Cheapest Available East Reading Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Reading area of Reading, PA is a Studio unit found at The Berkshire priced from $1,100. Ridgeview Apartment Homes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,160. Here are the most affordable East Reading apartments for rent in Reading, PA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The BerkshireStudioStudio,1BA$1,100
Ridgeview Apartment HomesOne Bedroom - 665 sqft Mount Penn1BR,1BA$1,160
The Cloverleaf1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,300
Exeter Village Apartments1 Bed | 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,655
WoodgateThe Willow2BR,2BA$1,940

Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Reading, PA

As of February 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the East Reading area is the $0.70 price per square foot 4120 Kutztown Rd Model at 4120 Kutztown Rd, Unit 2nd floor in the in the Laureldale neighborhood starting from $1,375. The second greatest value East Reading apartment is the 1224 Eckert Ave Model at 1224 Eckert Ave, Unit 2nd-3rd Floor starting at $1,375 with a $1.01 price per square foot in the Oakbrook neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Reading apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
4120 Kutztown Rd, Unit 2nd floor4120 Kutztown Rd2BR,1BA$0.70
1224 Eckert Ave, Unit 2nd-3rd Floor1224 Eckert Ave3BR,1BA$1.01
WoodgateThe Rosewood2BR,2BA$1.55
Exeter Village Apartments1 Bed | 1 Bath | Den1BR,1BA$2.05
942 Franklin St, Unit 1942 Franklin St2BR,1BA$1.56
The BerkshireB22BR,1.5BA$2.05
The Cloverleaf1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.86
111 S 8th St, Unit #2111 S 8th St1BR,1BA$1.42
1552 Mineral Spring Rd, Unit Apt21552 Mineral Spring Rd1BR,1BA$1.71
Ridgeview Apartment HomesOne Bedroom - 665 sqft Mount Penn1BR,1BA$1.74

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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!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East Reading Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom East Reading Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom East Reading Apartment is $1,160 at Ridgeview Apartment Homes.

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 $1,500 at The Cloverleaf.

Expert Rental Resources

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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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.

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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.