Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Outer East Neighborhood of Reading, PA from $700 (20 Rentals)

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$1,000 - $1,500

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450 S 18th St

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St Lawrence Garden
$1,200 - $1,3001 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Contact Us For Availability

St Lawrence Garden

2900 Oley Turnpike RdReading, PA 19606
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Oak Forest Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Oak Forest Apartments

2230 Alsace RdReading, PA 19604
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Woodgate
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Woodgate

1400 Orchard View RdReading, PA 19606

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Cheapest Available Outer East Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Outer East area of Allentown, PA is a 1 Bed unit found at Ridgeview Apartment Homes priced from $1,080. Hollywood Court Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,399. Here are the most affordable Outer East apartments for rent in Allentown, PA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Ridgeview Apartment HomesOne Bedroom - 665 sqft Mount Penn1BR,1BA$1,080
Hollywood Court Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,399
Exeter Village Apartments2 Bed | 1.5 Bath2BR,1BA$1,865
WoodgateThe Rosewood2BR,2BA$2,083

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Outer East, PA

As of July 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the Outer East area is the $1.64 price per square foot The Rosewood Model at Woodgate in the in the Flying Hills neighborhood starting from $2,083. The second greatest value Outer East 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 Outer East apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
WoodgateThe Rosewood2BR,2BA$1.64
226 Clymer St, Unit Aprt 2226 Clymer St2BR,1BA$1.08
Exeter Village Apartments2 Bed | 1.5 Bath2BR,1.5BA$1.66
Hollywood Court Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.04
Ridgeview Apartment HomesOne Bedroom - 665 sqft Mount Penn1BR,1BA$1.62

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ApartmentHomeLiving brings you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, and customized analysis for Allentown, Pennsylvania. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and outdoor amenities like tennis courts, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, walking, and biking. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Outer East Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Outer East Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Outer East Apartment is $1,080 at Ridgeview Apartment Homes.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Outer East Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Outer East is starting from $1,285 at Ridgeview Apartment Homes.

What is the most affordable Outer East Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Outer East Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Exeter Village Apartments and starts from $1,920.

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