
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Fourth Ward Neighborhood of Reading, PA from $600 (41 Rentals)
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425 S 15th St

219 N 9th St

119 N 4th St

148 S 6th St

Washington Towers

Berkshire Tower Apartments

1031 Marion St
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138 N 8th St

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147 W Buttonwood St, Unit Unit 1FL, Unit Unit 1FL

1023 Greenwich St

1651 Perkiomen Ave

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920 Marion St, Unit 3, Unit 3

The Berkshire

610 Franklin St

1339 Good St
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136 S 5th St

25 S 9th St

450 S 18th St

1830 Perkiomen Ave

Centre Park Place

Oakshire Senior Apartments

River Oak Apartments

Edgemont Terrace Apartments
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Lincoln Tower Apartments

960 N 11th St

1327 Perkiomen Ave

Big Mill Apartments

502 Walnut St

358 Spring St

147 W Douglass St

Reading Lofts
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Mount Penn Manor Apartments

Grammary Court Apartments

531 Chestnut St

638 N 2nd St

555 Pearl Street

Goggleworks Apartments

Bakery Apartments

19 S 11th St
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429 Chestnut St, Unit 1, Unit 1
Fourth Ward, Reading, PA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Fourth Ward?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fourth Ward Studio Apartments | $1,075 | $900 | $1,375 |
| Fourth Ward 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,869 | $775 | $4,155 |
| Fourth Ward 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,819 | $1,050 | $4,483 |
| Fourth Ward 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,035 | $1,250 | $5,664 |
| Fourth Ward 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,731 | $1,600 | $1,825 |
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Cheapest Available Fourth Ward Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Fourth Ward area of Allentown, PA is a Studio unit found at Washington Towers priced from $925. The Berkshire has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,100. Here are the most affordable Fourth Ward apartments for rent in Allentown, PA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Washington Towers | Studio | Studio,1BA | $925 |
| The Berkshire | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,100 |
| 555 Pearl Street | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,175 |
| Berkshire Terrace Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,225 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Fourth Ward, PA
As of May 01, 2026 the best value apartment in the Fourth Ward area is the $2.12 price per square foot 2 bedroom 2 bath Townhome, 1405 sq ft Model at 100 Park at Wyomissing Square in the in the Oakbrook neighborhood starting from $2,974. The second greatest value Fourth Ward apartment is the 1224 Eckert Ave Model at 1224 Eckert Ave, Unit 1224 Eckert Avenue - 2nd and 3rd Floor starting at $1,250 with a $0.92 price per square foot in the Oakbrook neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Fourth Ward apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 100 Park at Wyomissing Square | 2 bedroom 2 bath Townhome, 1405 sq ft | 2BR,2BA | $2.12 |
| 1224 Eckert Ave, Unit 1224 Eckert Avenue - 2nd and 3rd Floor | 1224 Eckert Ave | 3BR,1BA | $0.92 |
| Country Club Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.58 |
| 920 Marion St, Unit 3 | 920 Marion St | 2BR,1BA | $1.15 |
| Franklin Manor Apartments | 2 Bed/2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.75 |
| Wynnewood Park Apartments | One bedroom, one bath apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1.96 |
| The Berkshire | B2 | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.05 |
| 429 Chestnut St, Unit 1 | 429 Chestnut St | 1BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| 147 W Buttonwood St, Unit 1FL | 147 W Buttonwood St | 1BR,1BA | $1.67 |
| Washington Towers | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.94 |
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Among cities in Pennsylvania for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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4.0Pet Friendly
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Fourth Ward Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Fourth Ward?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Fourth Ward is at Washington Towers listed at $925.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Fourth Ward Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Fourth Ward Apartment is $1,175 at 555 Pearl Street.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Fourth Ward Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Fourth Ward is starting from $1,290 at Washington Towers.
What is the most affordable Fourth Ward Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Fourth Ward Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Wynnewood Park Apartments and starts from $2,117.
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