
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Hillside Neighborhood of Reading, PA from $600 (20 Rentals)
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527 N 8th St

217 S 8th St

1220 Perkiomen Ave

725 Washington St
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50 N 11th St

1129 Chestnut St

Reading Lofts

1035 N 10th St

Berkshire Towers
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Hillside, Reading, PA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Hillside?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hillside Studio Apartments | $1,014 | $795 | $1,500 |
| Hillside 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,191 | $795 | $1,600 |
| Hillside 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,447 | $925 | $1,650 |
| Hillside 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,408 | $1,000 | $1,600 |
| Hillside 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,500 | $1,500 | $1,500 |
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There are currently 20 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Hillside Neighborhood of Reading, PA.
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Cheapest Available Hillside Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Hillside area of Allentown, PA is a Studio unit found at Reading Lofts priced from $1,000. Oak Forest Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,297. Here are the most affordable Hillside apartments for rent in Allentown, PA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reading Lofts | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,000 |
| Oak Forest Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,297 |
| Hollywood Court Apartments | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,299 |
| Carsonia Manor | 2 BR 1.5 BATHS | 2BR,1BA | $1,595 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hillside, PA
As of November 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the Hillside area is the $1.18 price per square foot 1224 Eckert Ave Model at 1224 Eckert Ave, Unit 2nd-3rd Floor in the in the Oakbrook neighborhood starting from $1,600. The second greatest value Hillside apartment is the 1018 New Holland Rd Model at 1018 New Holland Rd, Unit First Floor starting at $1,500 with a $1.15 price per square foot in the Oakbrook neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Hillside apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1224 Eckert Ave, Unit 2nd-3rd Floor | 1224 Eckert Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| 1018 New Holland Rd, Unit First Floor | 1018 New Holland Rd | 3BR,1BA | $1.15 |
| 132 W Douglass St, Unit 132 W. Douglass St Apt 2 | 132 W Douglass St | 4BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| 1517 Hill Rd, Unit 4h | 1517 Hill Rd | 2BR,2BA | $1.51 |
| Hollywood Court Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| Ridgeview Apartment Homes | Two Bedroom - 950 sqft Antietam Arms | 2BR,1BA | $1.59 |
| 1502 Centre Ave, Unit 2 | 1502 Centre Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.66 |
| 1464 N 11th St, Unit Apt B | 1464 N 11th St | 1BR,1BA | $1.67 |
| Oak Forest Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.84 |
| 305 Penn St, Unit 4 | 305 Penn St | 2BR,1BA | $1.54 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleHillside, Reading, PA
Ranked #35
Among cities in Pennsylvania for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving brings you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, and customized analysis for Southwest Allentown. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for easy access to the parks, luxury amenities, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, features that make it easier to raise kids, and other valuable search options. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.
Getting Around the Hillside Neighborhood in Reading, PA
Walk Score®
76 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
38 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Hillside Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Hillside?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Hillside is at Reading Lofts listed at $1,000.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Hillside Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Hillside Apartment is $1,250 at Reading Lofts.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Hillside Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Hillside is starting from $1,450 at Reading Lofts.
Expert Rental Resources
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