
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Sixth Ward Neighborhood of Reading, PA from $340 (54 Rentals)
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1011 Penn St

754 N 11th St

57 S 6th St

315 N 6th St

1216 Perkiomen Ave

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414 Pine St, Unit 3

Washington Towers

1339 Mineral Spring Rd

100 Windsor St
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111 S 8th St

614-616 Schuylkill Ave

306 S 5th St

Berkshire Towers

1900 Hill Rd

345 Spring St

522 N 10th St

837 Washington St, Unit 3

827 Chestnut St
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Reading Tower

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132 Clymer St, Unit 2

214 S 13th St

323 N 9th St

136 S 5th St

The Berkshire

Barley Square Apartments

1635 Centre Ave

Centre Park Place

Oakshire Senior Apartments
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1501 Mulberry St

1217 Moss St

River Oak Apartments

Edgemont Terrace Apartments

Lincoln Tower Apartments

336 N 6th St

410 N 6th St

1134 Spring St

329 S 4th St

Big Mill Apartments
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502 Walnut St

230 S 13th St

Reading Lofts

1244 Perkiomen Ave

238 S 6th Street

Mount Penn Manor Apartments

Grammary Court Apartments

338 S 5th St

232 S. 6th St.

215 S 5th St
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Sixth Ward, Reading, PA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Sixth Ward?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sixth Ward Studio Apartments | $1,136 | $800 | $2,200 |
| Sixth Ward 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,673 | $850 | $4,575 |
| Sixth Ward 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,833 | $995 | $4,914 |
| Sixth Ward 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,996 | $1,050 | $5,391 |
| Sixth Ward 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,562 | $1,550 | $1,575 |
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There are currently 54 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Sixth Ward Neighborhood of Reading, PA.
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Cheapest Available Sixth Ward Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Sixth Ward area of Allentown, PA is a 1 Bed unit found at Barley Square Apartments priced from $863. Washington Towers has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $925. Here are the most affordable Sixth Ward apartments for rent in Allentown, PA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barley Square Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $863 |
| Washington Towers | Studio | Studio,1BA | $925 |
| 420-422 Douglass Street | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| 238 S 6th Street | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,025 |
| Reading Tower | -09 | Studio,1BA | $1,080 |
| The Berkshire | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,100 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Sixth Ward, PA
As of September 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the Sixth Ward area is the $1.08 price per square foot 134 W Douglass St Model at 134 W Douglass St, Unit 1 in the in the Oakbrook neighborhood starting from $1,400. The second greatest value Sixth Ward apartment is the 226 Clymer St Model at 226 Clymer St, Unit Aprt 2 starting at $1,200 with a $1.00 price per square foot in the Oakbrook neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Sixth Ward apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 134 W Douglass St, Unit 1 | 134 W Douglass St | 2BR,1BA | $1.08 |
| 226 Clymer St, Unit Aprt 2 | 226 Clymer St | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| 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 |
| The Reserve at Wyomissing | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Premier | 1BR,1BA | $1.94 |
| Franklin Manor Apartments | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.82 |
| Wynnewood Park Apartments | One bedroom, one bath apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1.85 |
| 132 Clymer St, Unit 2 | 132 Clymer St | 2BR,1BA | $1.37 |
| Barley Square Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| 324 Franklin St, Unit 1 beds,West Reading | 324 Franklin St | 1BR,1BA | $1.58 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSixth Ward, Reading, PA
Ranked #42
Among cities in Pennsylvania for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Sixth Ward Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Sixth Ward?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Sixth Ward is at Washington Towers listed at $925.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Sixth Ward Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Sixth Ward Apartment is $863 at Barley Square Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Sixth Ward Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Sixth Ward is starting from $1,025 at 238 S 6th Street.
What is the most affordable Sixth Ward Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Sixth Ward Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Wynnewood Park Apartments and starts from $2,090.
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