
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Penn's Commons Neighborhood of Reading, PA from $340 (45 Rentals)
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1011 Penn St

754 N 11th St

1216 Perkiomen Ave

315 N 6th St

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414 Pine St, Unit 3

Washington Towers

406 Windsor St

1029 Penn St
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230 S 13th St

306 S 5th St

827 Chestnut St

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111 S 8th St

1900 Hill Rd

Berkshire Towers

837 Washington St, Unit 3

522 N 10th St

214 S 13th St
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Reading Tower

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132 Clymer St, Unit 2

136 S 5th St

The Berkshire

323 N 9th St

138 N 8th St

Barley Square Apartments

Centre Park Place

Edgemont Terrace Apartments
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Lincoln Tower Apartments

614 Minor St

Big Mill Apartments

1134 Spring St

502 Walnut St

Reading Lofts

1244 Perkiomen Ave

238 S 6th Street

Mount Penn Manor Apartments
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338 S 5th St

1035 N 10th St

324 Spring St

232 S. 6th St.

215 S 5th St

1224 Eckert Avenue

19 S 11th St

Goggleworks Apartments

Bakery Apartments
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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 | $1,132 | $800 | $2,200 |
| Penn's Commons 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,037 | $850 | $1,300 |
| Penn's Commons 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,446 | $975 | $1,700 |
| Penn's Commons 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,348 | $995 | $1,700 |
| Penn's Commons 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,550 | $1,550 | $1,550 |
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There are currently 45 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. 238 S 6th Street has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,025. 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 |
| 238 S 6th Street | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,025 |
| Reading Tower | -09 | Studio,1BA | $1,080 |
| 232 S. 6th St. | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| The Berkshire | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,100 |
| 1224 Eckert Avenue | 3BR/1.0BA | 3BR,1BA | $1,150 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Penn's Commons, PA
As of September 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the Penn's Commons area is the $0.85 price per square foot 3BR/1.0BA Model at 1224 Eckert Avenue in the in the Oakbrook neighborhood starting from $1,150. The second greatest value Penn's Commons apartment is the 1517 Hill Rd Model at 1517 Hill Rd, Unit 4h starting at $1,645 with a $1.51 price per square foot in the Southside 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 Avenue | 3BR/1.0BA | 3BR,1BA | $0.85 |
| 1517 Hill Rd, Unit 4h | 1517 Hill Rd | 2BR,2BA | $1.51 |
| 435 N 5th St, Unit Unit 2 | 435 N 5th St | 3BR,1BA | $1.70 |
| 132 Clymer St, Unit 2 | 132 Clymer St | 2BR,1BA | $1.37 |
| The Berkshire | B2 | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.05 |
| 111 S 8th St | 111 S 8th St | 2BR,1BA | $1.99 |
| Washington Towers | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.94 |
| 414 Pine St, Unit 3 | 414 Pine St | Studio ,1BA | $2.31 |
| Reading Tower | -18 | 1BR,1BA | $3.52 |
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Pet Friendly LifestylePenn's Commons, Reading, PA
Ranked #39
Among cities in Pennsylvania for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet 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 $1,180 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 $1,025 at 238 S 6th Street.
What is the most affordable Penn's Commons Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Penn's Commons Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 1224 Eckert Avenue and starts from $1,150.
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