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117 Upland Ave

1749 Rose St

1327 Perkiomen Ave

1244 Perkiomen Ave
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645 N 3rd St

1618 Cotton St

1500 Mineral Spring Rd

309 Pine St

615 Cedar St

3315 Raymond St, Unit Apt. B
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Reading, PA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Reading?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Reading 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,548 | $1,000 | $2,150 |
Reading 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,835 | $1,250 | $3,100 |
Reading 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,137 | $1,400 | $3,999 |
Reading 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,008 | $1,500 | $2,750 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Reading, PA
Pricing Updated: 09/19/2025Current apartment rentals in the Reading, PA area range in price from $750 to $5,835 with an overall median price of $2,594. The three Reading neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Southeast Reading at $750, East Reading at $750, and Mount Penn at $750. Here is today’s list of the top 8 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Reading Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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Southeast Reading | $1,250 | $750 | 14 |
East Reading | $2,000 | $750 | 53 |
Mount Penn | $2,250 | $750 | 41 |
Center City Berks | $2,879 | $750 | 50 |
District 3 | $2,879 | $750 | 45 |
Penns Common | $2,879 | $750 | 52 |
Southeast Community | $2,879 | $750 | 52 |
Kenhorst | $3,736 | $750 | 39 |
Cheapest Available Reading Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Reading, PA is a Studio unit found at Reading Lofts in the Callowhill neighborhood priced from $1,050. Studios on Spring in the Oakbrook neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,150. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Reading apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Reading Lofts | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,050 |
Studios on Spring | Studio 2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,150 |
Berkshire Terrace Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,225 |
Ridgeview Apartment Homes | Two Bedroom - 893 sqft Mount Penn | 2BR,1BA | $1,265 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Reading, PA
As of September 19, 2025 the best value apartment in the Reading area is the $0.62 price per square foot 909 N 5th St Model at 909 N 5th St in the in the North Riverside neighborhood starting from $1,500. The second greatest value Reading apartment is the The Willow Model at Woodgate starting at $2,257 with a $1.60 price per square foot in the Flying Hills neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Reading apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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909 N 5th St | 909 N 5th St | 2BR,1BA | $0.62 |
Woodgate | The Willow | 2BR,2BA | $1.60 |
222 Clymer St, Unit 1 | 222 Clymer St | 2BR,1BA | $1.17 |
324 Franklin St, Unit 2 beds,West Reading | 324 Franklin St | 2BR,1BA | $1.20 |
Hollywood Court Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.56 |
Woodland Plaza Apartments | Two Bedroom A | 2BR,2BA | $1.58 |
Ridgeview Apartment Homes | Two Bedroom - 950 sqft Antietam Arms | 2BR,1BA | $1.49 |
405 S 6th St, Unit 1 | 405 S 6th St | 1BR,1BA | $1.38 |
111 S 8th St, Unit #2 | 111 S 8th St | 1BR,1BA | $1.42 |
132 Clymer St, Unit 132 Clymer #3 | 132 Clymer St | 1BR,1BA | $1.36 |
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Reading, PAPopulation: 88,495
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Best Local Schools in Reading, PA
Owatin Creek Elementary School
Exeter Twp Senior High School
Exeter Twp Junior High School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Reading
What type of rentals are currently available in Reading?
There are currently 299 Apartments for Rent in Reading, PA with pricing that ranges from $750 to $5,835. There are also 66 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Reading ranging from $725 to $3,999.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Reading?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Reading ranges from $725 to $3,999 with an average monthly rent of $1,688.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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