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

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240 Spies Church Rd

431 S 15th St
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1525 Perkiomen Ave

1531 Mineral Spring Rd

1517 Hill Rd

1533 Perkiomen Ave

2136 Perkiomen Rd

St Lawrence Garden

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29 N 23rd St
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1924 Perkiomen Ave
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 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,354 | $1,100 | $1,940 |
| Outer East 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,601 | $1,095 | $2,050 |
| Outer East 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,955 | $1,475 | $2,465 |
| Outer East 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,675 | $1,675 | $1,675 |
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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 Ridgeview Apartment Homes priced from $1,090. Exeter Village Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,920. Here are the most affordable Outer East apartments for rent in Allentown, PA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ridgeview Apartment Homes | One Bedroom - 665 sqft Mount Penn | 1BR,1BA | $1,090 |
| Exeter Village Apartments | 2 Bed | 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,920 |
| Woodgate | The Willow | 2BR,2BA | $2,117 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Outer East, PA
As of February 02, 2026 the best value apartment in the Outer East area is the $1.67 price per square foot The Rosewood Model at Woodgate in the in the Flying Hills neighborhood starting from $2,115. The second greatest value Outer East apartment is the 1517 Hill Rd Model at 1517 Hill Rd, Unit 4h starting at $1,650 with a $1.51 price per square foot in the Southside 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Woodgate | The Rosewood | 2BR,2BA | $1.67 |
| 1517 Hill Rd, Unit 4h | 1517 Hill Rd | 2BR,2BA | $1.51 |
| Exeter Village Apartments | 1 Bed | 1 Bath | Den | 1BR,1BA | $1.99 |
| Ridgeview Apartment Homes | One Bedroom - 665 sqft Mount Penn | 1BR,1BA | $1.65 |
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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
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Outer East Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Outer East Apartment is $1,100 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 $1,385 at Ridgeview Apartment Homes.
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Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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