
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Outlet Area Reading, PA from $600 (36 Rentals)
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148 S 6th St

Washington Towers

Berkshire Tower Apartments

138 N 8th St

1031 Marion St

Total Monthly Price
147 W Buttonwood St, Unit Unit 1FL, Unit Unit 1FL

725 Washington St

1023 Greenwich St
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1651 Perkiomen Ave

610 Franklin St

The Berkshire

Total Monthly Price
920 Marion St, Unit 3, Unit 3

136 S 5th St

25 S 9th St

1830 Perkiomen Ave

Centre Park Place

Oakshire Senior Apartments
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River Oak Apartments

Edgemont Terrace Apartments

Lincoln Tower Apartments

960 N 11th St

1327 Perkiomen Ave

Big Mill Apartments

502 Walnut St

358 Spring St

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147 W Douglass St

Mount Penn Manor Apartments

Grammary Court Apartments

531 Chestnut St

555 Pearl Street

Goggleworks Apartments

Bakery Apartments

19 S 11th St

Total Monthly Price
429 Chestnut St, Unit 1, Unit 1
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Outlet Area, Reading, PA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Outlet Area?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Outlet Area Studio Apartments | $1,075 | $900 | $1,375 |
| Outlet Area 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,270 | $775 | $2,000 |
| Outlet Area 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,532 | $1,050 | $1,800 |
| Outlet Area 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,336 | $1,250 | $1,475 |
| Outlet Area 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,775 | $1,700 | $1,825 |
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Cheapest Available Outlet Area Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Outlet Area area of Allentown, PA is a Studio unit found at Washington Towers priced from $925. The Berkshire has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,100. Here are the most affordable Outlet Area apartments for rent in Allentown, PA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Washington Towers | Studio | Studio,1BA | $925 |
| The Berkshire | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,100 |
| 555 Pearl Street | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,175 |
| Berkshire Terrace Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,225 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Outlet Area, PA
As of April 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Outlet Area area is the $1.40 price per square foot 428 Penn Ave Model at 428 Penn Ave, Unit 2nd floor in the in the Callowhill neighborhood starting from $2,000. The second greatest value Outlet Area apartment is the 1224 Eckert Ave Model at 1224 Eckert Ave, Unit 1224 Eckert Avenue - 2nd and 3rd Floor starting at $1,250 with a $0.92 price per square foot in the Oakbrook neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Outlet Area apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 428 Penn Ave, Unit 2nd floor | 428 Penn Ave | 1BR,1.5BA | $1.40 |
| 1224 Eckert Ave, Unit 1224 Eckert Avenue - 2nd and 3rd Floor | 1224 Eckert Ave | 3BR,1BA | $0.92 |
| Country Club Apartments | Two Bedroom Courtyard View | 2BR,1BA | $1.58 |
| Franklin Manor Apartments | 2 Bed/2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.75 |
| 920 Marion St, Unit 3 | 920 Marion St | 2BR,1BA | $1.15 |
| Hollywood Court Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.90 |
| The Berkshire | B2 | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.05 |
| 429 Chestnut St, Unit 1 | 429 Chestnut St | 1BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| 147 W Buttonwood St, Unit 1FL | 147 W Buttonwood St | 1BR,1BA | $1.67 |
| Washington Towers | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.94 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Outlet Area Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Outlet Area?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Outlet Area is at Washington Towers listed at $925.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Outlet Area Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Outlet Area Apartment is $1,175 at 555 Pearl Street.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Outlet Area Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Outlet Area is starting from $1,290 at Washington Towers.
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