Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Outer East Neighborhood of Reading, PA from $795 (21 Rentals)

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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 $1,165. St. Lawrence has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,200. 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$1,165
St. Lawrence01b, One Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,200
Hollywood Court Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,399
Exeter Village Apartments1 Bed | 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,615
WoodgateThe Oak1BR,1BA$1,667

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Outer East, PA

As of September 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Outer East area is the $1.48 price per square foot 3505 St Lawrence Ave Model at 3505 St Lawrence Ave, Unit 3 in the in the Lorane neighborhood starting from $1,925. The second greatest value Outer East apartment is the 226 Clymer St Model at 226 Clymer St, Unit Aprt 2 starting at $1,200 with a $1.00 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.
3505 St Lawrence Ave, Unit 33505 St Lawrence Ave4BR,1BA$1.48
226 Clymer St, Unit Aprt 2226 Clymer St2BR,1BA$1.00
1517 Hill Rd, Unit 4h1517 Hill Rd2BR,2BA$1.51
WoodgateThe Oak1BR,1BA$1.82
Exeter Village Apartments1 Bed | 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.92
St. Lawrence01b, One Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.70
Hollywood Court Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.04
Ridgeview Apartment HomesOne Bedroom - 665 sqft Mount Penn1BR,1BA$1.75

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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 $1,165 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 $1,240 at Ridgeview Apartment Homes.

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