
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the First Ward Neighborhood of Reading, PA (193 Rentals)


Country Club Apartments

Reading Tower

The Reserve at Wyomissing

Berkshire Towers

Wynnewood Park Apartments

Washington Towers

837 Washington St, Unit 3

315 N 6th St

214 S 13th St
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910 Lancaster Ave

100 Windsor St

754 N 11th St

1900 Hill Rd

57 S 6th St

345 Spring St

1011 Penn St

1351 Perkiomen Ave

136 S 5th St

522 N 10th St
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406 Windsor St

336 N 6th St

410 N 6th St

1134 Spring St

329 S 4th St

1244 Perkiomen Ave

1035 N 10th St

324 Spring St

215 S 5th St

502 Walnut St
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1217 Moss St

117 Windsor St

348 N 9th St

200 N 9th St

139 S 9th St

1000 N 6th St

216 N 4th St

230 S 6th St

Manor at Market Square Senior Living

431 S 15th St
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700-730 Franklin St

832 Centre Ave

17 S 3rd St

120 N 10th St

914 Franklin St

201a S 4th St

303 N 9th St

1252 Perkiomen Ave

411 S 4th St

357 S 3rd St
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First Ward, Reading, PA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in First Ward?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| First Ward Studio Apartments | $1,136 | $800 | $2,200 |
First Ward 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,648 | $850 | $4,575 |
| First Ward 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,805 | $995 | $4,914 |
| First Ward 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,996 | $1,050 | $5,391 |
| First Ward 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,562 | $1,550 | $1,575 |
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There are currently 193 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the First Ward Neighborhood of Reading, PA.
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Largest Available First Ward 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in the First Ward area of Allentown, PA is found at Wynnewood Park Apartments and is listed at 841 square feet priced from $1,554. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wynnewood Park Apartments | One bedroom, one bath apartment | 841 Sq Ft | $1,554 |
| Franklin Manor Apartments | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 800 Sq Ft | $1,550 |
| Washington Towers | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 767 Sq Ft | $1,180 |
| Barley Square Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 689 Sq Ft | $863 |
| Shillington Commons | Classic 1 Bed | 680 Sq Ft | $1,550 |
| Berkshire Terrace Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 500 Sq Ft | $1,225 |
| Reading Tower | -18 | 349 Sq Ft | $1,230 |
Cheapest Available First Ward 1 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit First Ward of Allentown, PA is the 1 Bedroom Model starting from $863 at Barley Square Apartments. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in First Ward is currently $1,648. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Barley Square Apartments | 1 Bedroom | $863 |
| 420-422 Douglass Street | 1BR/1.0BA | $1,000 |
| Washington Towers | 1 Bed 1 Bath | $1,180 |
| Berkshire Terrace Apartments | 1 Bedroom | $1,225 |
| Reading Tower | -18 | $1,230 |
| Shillington Commons | Classic 1 Bed | $1,550 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom First Ward Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in First Ward with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in First Ward is at Barley Square Apartments listed at $863.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom First Ward Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in First Ward is $1,648.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom First Ward Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in First Ward is a 841 square feet unit starting from $1,554 at Wynnewood Park Apartments.
What is the average size for First Ward 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in First Ward is currently 1,772 sq ft.
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