
Homes for Rent in the First Ward Neighborhood of Reading, PA (61 Rentals)


510 Maple St

227 Hudson St

1539 Cotton St

244 W Douglass St

756 N 12th St

1135 Oley St

415 S 10th St, Unit APT 2

821 Lincoln St, Unit 2

1339 Mineral Spring Rd
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1047 Penn St, Unit 3B

920 N 5th St, Unit 1

1045 Fehrs Ct

1222 Greenwich St

215 S 5th St

344 S 7th St

331 Franklin St

729 Mcilvain St

535 S 10th St

512 Maple St
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1030 Cotton St

603 Maple St

211 N 2nd St

1031 Spruce St

426 Wunder St

825 Summit Chase Dr

1144 Cotton St

317 Wunder St

942 Washington St

137 Wunder St
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349 N 2nd St

19 S 11th St

1242 Muhlenberg St

1244 Perkiomen Ave

1316 Kenny St

1403 Cotton St

1372 Perkiomen Ave

411 Cedar St

1440 Cotton St

1457 Cotton St
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530 N 8th St

209 S 7th Ave

314 S 16th St

608 N 10th St

1614 Cotton St

147 W Douglass St

1710 Perkiomen Ave

437 Linden St

553 S 18th St

745 Birch St
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First Ward, Reading, PA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in First Ward?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| First Ward 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,315 | $1,100 | $1,800 |
| First Ward 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,584 | $995 | $4,500 |
| First Ward 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,552 | $1,075 | $1,950 |
| First Ward 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,793 | $1,495 | $2,250 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleFirst Ward, Reading, PA
Ranked #22
Among cities in Pennsylvania for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about First Ward
What type of rentals are currently available in First Ward?
There are currently 260 Apartments for Rent in First Ward, PA with pricing that ranges from $700 to $5,391. There are also 61 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in First Ward ranging from $895 to $4,500.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in First Ward?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in First Ward ranges from $895 to $4,500 with an average monthly rent of $1,440.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in First Ward?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in First Ward range from $1,200 to $5,391, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $995 to $4,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,075 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,275.
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