
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Penn's Commons Neighborhood of Reading, PA from $600 (21 Rentals)
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219 N 9th St

119 N 4th St

148 S 6th St

Washington Towers

Berkshire Tower Apartments

138 N 8th St
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1023 Greenwich St

1651 Perkiomen Ave

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Centre Park Place

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1335 Perkiomen Ave
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1327 Perkiomen Ave

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502 Walnut St

358 Spring St

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638 N 2nd St
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Penn's Commons, Reading, PA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Penn's Commons?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Penn's Commons Studio Apartments | $975 | $900 | $1,100 |
| Penn's Commons 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,041 | $775 | $1,300 |
| Penn's Commons 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,472 | $1,050 | $1,700 |
| Penn's Commons 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,350 | $1,250 | $1,475 |
| Penn's Commons 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,741 | $1,600 | $1,825 |
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There are currently 21 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Penn's Commons Neighborhood of Reading, PA.
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Cheapest Available Penn's Commons Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Penn's Commons 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 Penn's Commons 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 |
| Bakery Apartments | 4 Bed/1 Bath | 4BR,1BA | $1,700 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Penn's Commons, PA
As of May 02, 2026 the best value apartment in the Penn's Commons area is the $0.92 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 $1,250. The second greatest value Penn's Commons apartment is the 4 Bed/1 Bath Model at Bakery Apartments starting at $1,700 with a $2.13 price per square foot in the Callowhill neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Penn's Commons apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1224 Eckert Ave, Unit 1224 Eckert Avenue - 2nd and 3rd Floor | 1224 Eckert Ave | 3BR,1BA | $0.92 |
| Bakery Apartments | 4 Bed/1 Bath | 4BR,1BA | $2.13 |
| 942 Franklin St, Unit 2 | 942 Franklin St | 4BR,2BA | $2.25 |
| The Berkshire | B2 | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.05 |
| Washington Towers | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.94 |
| 555 Pearl Street | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.61 |
| 330 N 4th St, Unit 1st Floor | 330 N 4th St | 2BR,1BA | $3.11 |
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Pet Friendly LifestylePenn's Commons, Reading, PA
Ranked #23
Among cities in Pennsylvania for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Penn's Commons Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Penn's Commons?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Penn's Commons is at Washington Towers listed at $925.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Penn's Commons Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Penn's Commons Apartment is $1,175 at 555 Pearl Street.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Penn's Commons Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Penn's Commons is starting from $1,290 at Washington Towers.
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