
Cheap 1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the First Ward Neighborhood of Reading, PA from $775 (26 Rentals)


119 S 6th St

Berkshire Tower Apartments

121 S 12th St

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1301 Hampden Blvd, Unit 2

Washington Towers
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Reading Tower

The Berkshire

150 N 4th St, Unit 202

Oakshire Senior Apartments

Centre Park Place

Lincoln Tower Apartments
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Barley Square Apartments

531 Chestnut St

502 Walnut St

Reading Lofts

555 Pearl Street

Grammary Court Apartments
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Bakery Apartments

Elm View

419 Woodward St

324 Franklin St, Unit 1 beds,West Reading

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200 Philadelphia Ave, Unit 2

Berkshire Terrace Apartments
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630 Penn Ave, Unit 3

Shillington Commons Apartments
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 | $1,083 | $925 | $1,375 |
First Ward 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,711 | $775 | $3,846 |
| First Ward 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,786 | $850 | $4,483 |
| First Ward 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,243 | $1,250 | $5,391 |
| First Ward 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,698 | $1,600 | $1,795 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleFirst Ward, Reading, PA
Ranked #44
Among cities in Pennsylvania for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap First Ward Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in First Ward?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in First Ward is at Washington Towers listed at $1,180.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom First Ward Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom First Ward Apartment is $1,180 at Washington Towers.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom First Ward Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in First Ward is starting from $1,180 at Washington Towers.
What is the most affordable First Ward Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap First Ward Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Washington Towers and starts from $1,180.
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For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

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