
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Outer East Neighborhood of Reading, PA from $700 (22 Rentals)
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Outer East, Reading, PA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Outer East?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Outer East Studio Apartments | $872 | $795 | $950 |
| Outer East 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,422 | $1,195 | $1,785 |
| Outer East 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,658 | $975 | $2,225 |
| Outer East 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,375 | $1,350 | $1,400 |
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There are currently 22 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Outer East Neighborhood of Reading, PA.
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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 Hollywood Court Apartments priced from $1,299. Exeter Village Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,440. Here are the most affordable Outer East apartments for rent in Allentown, PA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hollywood Court Apartments | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,299 |
| Exeter Village Apartments | 1 Bed | 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,440 |
| Ridgeview Apartment Homes | Two Bedroom - 950 sqft Antietam Arms | 2BR,1BA | $1,535 |
| Woodgate | The Willow | 2BR,2BA | $2,214 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Outer East, PA
As of October 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the Outer East area is the $0.99 price per square foot 1564 Perkiomen Ave Model at 1564 Perkiomen Ave, Unit Apartment Rear in the in the Southside neighborhood starting from $1,350. The second greatest value Outer East apartment is the The Rosewood Model at Woodgate starting at $2,258 with a $1.78 price per square foot in the Flying Hills neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Outer East apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1564 Perkiomen Ave, Unit Apartment Rear | 1564 Perkiomen Ave | 3BR,1.5BA | $0.99 |
| Woodgate | The Rosewood | 2BR,2BA | $1.78 |
| Hollywood Court Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| Ridgeview Apartment Homes | Two Bedroom - 950 sqft Antietam Arms | 2BR,1BA | $1.62 |
| Exeter Village Apartments | 1 Bed | 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.71 |
| 2581 Perkiomen Ave, Unit 1 | 2581 Perkiomen Ave | Studio ,1BA | $1.27 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleOuter East, Reading, PA
Ranked #3
Among cities in Pennsylvania for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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2.5Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Outer East, Reading, PA
Jacksonwald Elementary School
Exeter Twp Senior High School
Antietam Middle School/High School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Outer East Apartments
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 $1,535 at Ridgeview Apartment Homes.
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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.

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