
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Outer East Neighborhood of Reading, PA from $700 (13 Rentals)
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1536 Mineral Spring Rd, Unit 2

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1301 Hampden Blvd, Unit 2

1830 Perkiomen Ave

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450 S 18th St
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1620 Perkiomen Ave

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1622 Cotton St

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1614 Cotton St
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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 | $1,000 | $1,000 | $1,000 |
| Outer East 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,422 | $775 | $1,795 |
| Outer East 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,748 | $1,100 | $2,480 |
| Outer East 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,210 | $1,250 | $2,830 |
| Outer East 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,600 | $1,600 | $1,600 |
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There are currently 13 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 $1,400. Woodgate has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,699. 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 - 672 sqft Antietam Arms | 1BR,1BA | $1,400 |
| Woodgate | The Bartlett | 2BR,1BA | $1,699 |
| Hollywood Court Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,699 |
| Exeter Village Apartments | 3 Bed | 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $2,265 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Outer East, PA
As of June 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Outer East area is the $1.54 price per square foot 3 Bed | 2 Bath Model at Exeter Village Apartments in the in the Lorane neighborhood starting from $2,265. The second greatest value Outer East apartment is the The Bartlett Model at Woodgate starting at $1,699 with a $1.53 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Exeter Village Apartments | 3 Bed | 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.54 |
| Woodgate | The Bartlett | 2BR,1BA | $1.53 |
| Hollywood Court Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.90 |
| Ridgeview Apartment Homes | One Bedroom - 665 sqft Mount Penn | 1BR,1BA | $2.12 |
| 1536 Mineral Spring Rd, Unit 2 | 1536 Mineral Spring Rd | Studio ,1BA | $1.67 |
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Best Local Schools in Outer East, Reading, PA
Exeter Twp Senior 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 $1,400 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 $1,699 at Woodgate.
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