Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Penn's Commons Neighborhood of Reading, PA from $300 (38 Rentals)

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property at 450 S 18th St

$1,000 - $1,500

1 To 3 Bedroom Rentals

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450 S 18th St

ReadingPA19606
property at 510 Maple St

$1,095

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510 Maple St

ReadingPA19602

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Barley Square Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Barley Square Apartments

220 Grape StReading, PA 19602
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Centre Park Place
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Centre Park Place

601 N 5th StReading, PA 19601
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Big Mill Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Big Mill Apartments

702 N 8th StReading, PA 19604
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502 Walnut St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

502 Walnut St

502 Walnut StReading, PA 19601
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Reading Lofts
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Reading Lofts

100 South 4th StreetReading, PA 19602

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Bakery Apartments
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Bakery Apartments

100 S 3rd StReading, PA 19602
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Penn's Commons, Reading, PA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Penn's Commons Apartments for Rent

 
Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Washington TowersStudioStudio,1BA$925
The BerkshireStudioStudio,1BA$1,100

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Penn's Commons, PA

As of July 31, 2026 the best value apartment in the Penn's Commons area is the $1.08 price per square foot 226 Clymer St Model at 226 Clymer St, Unit Aprt 2 in the in the Oakbrook neighborhood starting from $1,300. The second greatest value Penn's Commons apartment is the 163 Douglass St Model at 163 Douglass St starting at $1,485 with a $1.35 price per square foot in the Oakbrook neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Penn's Commons apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
226 Clymer St, Unit Aprt 2226 Clymer St2BR,1BA$1.08
163 Douglass St163 Douglass St2BR,1BA$1.35
111 S 8th St, Unit 3111 S 8th St2BR,1BA$1.33
The BerkshireB22BR,1.5BA$2.05
Washington TowersStudioStudio ,1BA$1.94

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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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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Penn's Commons, Reading, PA

Ranked #43

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

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving.com works hard to bring you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals in cities across the United States and customized analysis for Southwest Allentown, PA. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for the best outdoor access, luxury amenities, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, walking, and biking. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

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 $1,180 at Washington Towers.

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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