
Cheap Homes for Rent in First Ward Neighborhood of Reading, PA from $800 (13 Rentals)
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1016 N 11th St

1337 Muhlenberg St

410 N 6th St

146 N 5th St

1132 Spring St
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106 N 11th St

227 Hudson St

310 Penn Ave
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1300 N 11th St

324 Spring St

134 Hudson St
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 |
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First Ward 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,522 | $1,175 | $1,900 |
First Ward 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,686 | $1,125 | $2,400 |
First Ward 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,500 | $1,350 | $1,650 |
First Ward 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,772 | $1,650 | $1,895 |
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There are currently 13 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the First Ward Neighborhood of Reading, PA.
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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 Studios on Spring priced from $1,150. Bakery Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,200. Here are the most affordable First Ward apartments for rent in Allentown, PA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Studios on Spring | Studio 1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,150 |
Bakery Apartments | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
Berkshire Terrace Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,225 |
Bookbindery | The Gardens | 1BR,1BA | $1,325 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in First Ward, PA
As of June 23, 2025 the best value apartment in the First Ward area is the $2.09 price per square foot 3 bedroom 2 bath, 1742 sq ft Model at 100 Park at Wyomissing Square in the in the Oakbrook neighborhood starting from $3,638. The second greatest value First Ward apartment is the 919 N 12th St Model at 919 N 12th St, Unit Denise Fernandez starting at $1,100 with a $0.73 price per square foot in the Penn's Commons 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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100 Park at Wyomissing Square | 3 bedroom 2 bath, 1742 sq ft | 3BR,2BA | $2.09 |
919 N 12th St, Unit Denise Fernandez | 919 N 12th St | 2BR,1BA | $0.73 |
165 Douglass St, Unit 1 | 165 Douglass St | 2BR,1BA | $1.21 |
226 Clymer St, Unit Aprt 2 | 226 Clymer St | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
222 Clymer St, Unit 1 | 222 Clymer St | 2BR,1BA | $1.17 |
Wynnewood Park Apartments | Two bedroom, two bath apartment | 2BR,2BA | $1.67 |
Franklin Manor Apartments | 1 Bed w/ Office | 1BR,1BA | $1.89 |
Bookbindery | The Summit | 2BR,1BA | $1.83 |
143 S 12th St, Unit 1ST FLOOR | 143 S 12th St | 1BR,1BA | $1.38 |
500 Walnut St, Unit 2E | 500 Walnut St | Studio ,1BA | $1.22 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about First Ward
What type of rentals are currently available in First Ward?
There are currently 238 Apartments for Rent in First Ward, PA with pricing that ranges from $630 to $5,679. There are also 37 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in First Ward ranging from $800 to $2,400.
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 $800 to $2,400 with an average monthly rent of $1,482.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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