Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Penns Common Neighborhood of Reading, PA from $800 (23 Rentals)

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1030 Penn St
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1030 Penn St

1030 Penn StReading, PA 19602

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Penns Common, Reading, PA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Penns Common Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Penns Common area of Reading, 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 Penns Common apartments for rent in Reading, PA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Washington TowersStudioStudio,1BA$925
The BerkshireStudioStudio,1BA$1,100
Ridgeview Apartment HomesOne Bedroom - 665 sqft Mount Penn1BR,1BA$1,135
Berkshire Terrace Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,225
1030 Penn St2 Beds, 1 Baths2BR,1BA$1,390

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Penns Common, PA

As of July 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Penns Common area is the $0.90 price per square foot 1224 Eckert Ave Model at 1224 Eckert Ave, Unit 1224 Eckert Avenue - 2nd and 3rd Floor in the in the Oakbrook neighborhood starting from $1,225. The second greatest value Penns Common apartment is the 2 Bedroom 2 Bath Premier Model at The Reserve at Wyomissing starting at $1,900 with a $1.65 price per square foot in the Oakbrook neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Penns Common apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1224 Eckert Ave, Unit 1224 Eckert Avenue - 2nd and 3rd Floor1224 Eckert Ave3BR,1BA$0.90
The Reserve at Wyomissing2 Bedroom 2 Bath Premier2BR,2BA$1.65
1517 Hill Rd, Unit 4h1517 Hill Rd2BR,2BA$1.51
Wynnewood Park ApartmentsTwo bedroom, two bath apartment2BR,2BA$1.63
The BerkshireB22BR,1.5BA$2.05
Hollywood Court Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.04
Ridgeview Apartment HomesOne Bedroom - 665 sqft Mount Penn1BR,1BA$1.71
324 Franklin St, Unit 1 beds,West Reading324 Franklin St1BR,1BA$1.71
1011 Walnut St, Unit 1F1011 Walnut St1BR,1BA$1.65
Washington TowersStudioStudio ,1BA$1.94

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Penns Common, Reading, PA

Ranked #16

Among cities in Pennsylvania for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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4.0
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Penns Common Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Penns Common?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Penns Common is at Washington Towers listed at $925.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Penns Common Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Penns Common Apartment is $1,135 at Ridgeview Apartment Homes.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Penns Common Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Penns Common is starting from $1,290 at Washington Towers.

Expert Rental Resources

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

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