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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the First Ward Neighborhood of Reading, PA from $340 (60 Rentals)
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Washington Towers
50 N 4th StReading, PA 19601
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1339 Mineral Spring Rd
1339 Mineral Spring RdReading, PA 19602
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414 Pine St, Unit 3
414 Pine StReading, PA 19602
100 Windsor St
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111 S 8th St
111 S 8th StReading, PA 19602
614-616 Schuylkill Ave
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306 S 5th St
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Berkshire Towers
726 Washington StReading, PA 19601
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837 Washington St, Unit 3
837 Washington StReading, PA 19601
522 N 10th St
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827 Chestnut St
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$1,080 - $1,430Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Reading Tower
601 Penn StReading, PA 19601
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$1,095
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132 Clymer St, Unit 2
132 Clymer StReading, PA 19602
214 S 13th St
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1900 Hill Rd
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136 S 5th St
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323 N 9th St
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The Berkshire
501 Washington StReading, PA 19601
227 Hudson St
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226 Clymer St, Unit Aprt 2
226 Clymer StReading, PA 19602
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Barley Square Apartments
220 Grape StReading, PA 19602
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Centre Park Place
601 N 5th StReading, PA 19601
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Oakshire Senior Apartments
350 Lackawanna StReading, PA 19601
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1217 Moss St
1217 Moss StReading, PA 19604
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River Oak Apartments
125 River Oak DrReading, PA 19601
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Edgemont Terrace Apartments
1515 Hill RdReading, PA 19602
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Lincoln Tower Apartments
100 N 5th StReading, PA 19601
336 N 6th St
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410 N 6th St
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1134 Spring St
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329 S 4th St
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Big Mill Apartments
702 N 8th StReading, PA 19604
1053 Culvert St
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502 Walnut St
502 Walnut StReading, PA 19601
230 S 13th St
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Reading Lofts
100 South 4th StreetReading, PA 19602
1244 Perkiomen Ave
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238 S 6th Street
238 S 6th StReading, PA 19602
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Mount Penn Manor Apartments
601 S 19th StReading, PA 19606
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Grammary Court Apartments
211 W Douglass StReading, PA 19601
338 S 5th 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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Cheapest Available First Ward Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the First Ward area of Allentown, PA is a 1 Bed unit found at Barley Square Apartments priced from $863. Washington Towers has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $925. Here are the most affordable First Ward apartments for rent in Allentown, PA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barley Square Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $863 |
| Washington Towers | Studio | Studio,1BA | $925 |
| 420-422 Douglass Street | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| 238 S 6th Street | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,025 |
| Reading Tower | -09 | Studio,1BA | $1,080 |
| The Berkshire | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,100 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in First Ward, PA
As of September 05, 2026 the best value apartment in the First Ward area is the $1.08 price per square foot 134 W Douglass St Model at 134 W Douglass St, Unit 1 in the in the Oakbrook neighborhood starting from $1,400. The second greatest value First Ward apartment is the 226 Clymer St Model at 226 Clymer St, Unit Aprt 2 starting at $1,200 with a $1.00 price per square foot in the Oakbrook neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for First Ward apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| 134 W Douglass St, Unit 1 | 134 W Douglass St | 2BR,1BA | $1.08 |
| 226 Clymer St, Unit Aprt 2 | 226 Clymer St | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| The Reserve at Wyomissing | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath Premier | 2BR,2BA | $1.70 |
| 1517 Hill Rd, Unit 4h | 1517 Hill Rd | 2BR,2BA | $1.51 |
| 435 N 5th St, Unit 2 | 435 N 5th St | 3BR,1BA | $1.70 |
| 6 W Lancaster Ave, Unit 6 W Lancaster Ave Apt 1 Shillington PA | 6 W Lancaster Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.44 |
| Franklin Manor Apartments | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.82 |
| 132 Clymer St, Unit 2 | 132 Clymer St | 2BR,1BA | $1.37 |
| Barley Square Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| 324 Franklin St, Unit 1 beds,West Reading | 324 Franklin St | 1BR,1BA | $1.58 |
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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 $925.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom First Ward Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom First Ward Apartment is $863 at Barley Square Apartments.
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 $1,025 at 238 S 6th Street.
What is the most affordable First Ward Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap First Ward Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Wynnewood Park Apartments and starts from $2,093.
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