Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southeast Community Neighborhood of Reading, PA from $800 (20 Rentals)

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502 Walnut St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

502 Walnut St

502 Walnut StReading, PA 19601
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Southeast Community, Reading, PA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Southeast Community Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Southeast Community area of Reading, PA is a Studio unit found at Reading Lofts priced from $1,000. Studios on Spring has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,150. Here are the most affordable Southeast Community apartments for rent in Reading, PA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Reading LoftsStudioStudio,1BA$1,000
Studios on SpringStudio 21BR,1BA$1,150
Berkshire Terrace Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,225
Hollywood Court Apartments1 bedroom1BR,1BA$1,299
Ridgeview Apartment HomesTwo Bedroom - 893 sqft Mount Penn2BR,1BA$1,335

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southeast Community, PA

As of November 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the Southeast Community area is the $1.18 price per square foot 1224 Eckert Ave Model at 1224 Eckert Ave, Unit 2nd-3rd Floor in the in the Oakbrook neighborhood starting from $1,600. The second greatest value Southeast Community apartment is the 1018 New Holland Rd Model at 1018 New Holland Rd, Unit First Floor starting at $1,500 with a $1.15 price per square foot in the Oakbrook neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Southeast Community apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1224 Eckert Ave, Unit 2nd-3rd Floor1224 Eckert Ave3BR,1BA$1.18
1018 New Holland Rd, Unit First Floor1018 New Holland Rd3BR,1BA$1.15
132 W Douglass St, Unit 132 W. Douglass St Apt 2132 W Douglass St4BR,1BA$1.17
1517 Hill Rd, Unit 4h1517 Hill Rd2BR,2BA$1.51
Wynnewood Park ApartmentsTwo bedroom, one bath apartment2BR,1BA$1.45
Hollywood Court Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.56
Ridgeview Apartment HomesTwo Bedroom - 950 sqft Antietam Arms2BR,1BA$1.48
1502 Centre Ave, Unit 21502 Centre Ave2BR,1BA$1.66
The Reserve at Wyomissing1 Bedroom 1 Bath Signature1BR,1BA$1.77
305 Penn St, Unit 4305 Penn St2BR,1BA$1.54

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Southeast Community, Reading, PA

Ranked #4

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Southeast Community Neighborhood in Reading, PA

Walk Score®

83 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

50 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Southeast Community Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Southeast Community Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Southeast Community Apartment is $1,150 at Studios on Spring.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Southeast Community Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Southeast Community is starting from $1,335 at Ridgeview Apartment Homes.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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