
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Hillside Neighborhood of Reading, PA from $300 (41 Rentals)
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338 Hollenbach St

754 N 11th St

303 S 6th St

619 S 6th St, Unit 619 S 6th st B

600 N 12th St

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848 Weiser St

1047 Penn St, Unit 3B
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Washington Towers

1339 Mineral Spring Rd

230 S 13th St

527 N 8th St

Berkshire Tower Apartments

837 Washington St, Unit 3

450 S 18th St

Reading Tower
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Ridgeview Apartment Homes

510 Maple St

306 S 5th St

The Berkshire

Barley Square Apartments

Centre Park Place

1501 Mulberry St

River Oak Apartments
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Edgemont Terrace Apartments

Lincoln Tower Apartments

1016 N 11th St

531 Robeson St

Big Mill Apartments

100 Windsor St

502 Walnut St

Reading Lofts
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1244 Perkiomen Ave

215 S 5th St

1053 Culvert St

Mount Penn Manor Apartments

Grammary Court Apartments

832 N 5th St

1316 Kenny St

324 Franklin St, Unit 1 beds,West Reading
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17 N 23rd St
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 | $1,036 | $925 | $1,100 |
| Hillside 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,127 | $895 | $1,399 |
| Hillside 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,464 | $925 | $1,700 |
| Hillside 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,319 | $1,200 | $1,495 |
| Hillside 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,493 | $1,175 | $1,600 |
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There are currently 41 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 Washington Towers priced from $925. Ridgeview Apartment Homes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,090. Here are the most affordable Hillside apartments for rent in Allentown, PA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Washington Towers | Studio | Studio,1BA | $925 |
| Ridgeview Apartment Homes | One Bedroom - 665 sqft Mount Penn | 1BR,1BA | $1,090 |
| The Berkshire | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,100 |
| St Lawrence Garden | E12 | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| Hollywood Court Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,399 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hillside, PA
As of July 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the Hillside area is the $0.90 price per square foot 1224 Eckert Ave Model at 1224 Eckert Ave, Unit 1224 Eckert Avenue - 2nd and 3rd Floor in the in the Oakbrook neighborhood starting from $1,225. The second greatest value Hillside apartment is the 226 Clymer St Model at 226 Clymer St, Unit Aprt 2 starting at $1,300 with a $1.08 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 1224 Eckert Avenue - 2nd and 3rd Floor | 1224 Eckert Ave | 3BR,1BA | $0.90 |
| 226 Clymer St, Unit Aprt 2 | 226 Clymer St | 2BR,1BA | $1.08 |
| 163 Douglass St | 163 Douglass St | 2BR,1BA | $1.35 |
| 111 S 8th St, Unit 3 | 111 S 8th St | 2BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| The Berkshire | B2 | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.05 |
| St Lawrence Garden | E12 | 1BR,1BA | $1.70 |
| Hollywood Court Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.04 |
| Ridgeview Apartment Homes | One Bedroom - 665 sqft Mount Penn | 1BR,1BA | $1.64 |
| 848 Weiser St | 848 Weiser St | 1BR,1BA | $1.88 |
| 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 Hillside Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Hillside?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Hillside is at Washington Towers listed at $925.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Hillside Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Hillside Apartment is $1,090 at Ridgeview Apartment Homes.
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 $1,290 at Washington Towers.
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