
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southeast Community Neighborhood of Reading, PA from $800 (20 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Southeast Community area of Reading.


1129 Chestnut St

Berkshire Towers

Reading Lofts
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Carsonia Manor

Country Club Apartments

332 S 11th St
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404 S 9th St

19 S 11th St

940 Muhlenberg St

511 S 12th St
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Berkshire Terrace Apartments

220 Philadelphia Ave
Southeast Community, Reading, PA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Southeast Community?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southeast Community Studio Apartments | $1,291 | $1,000 | $1,500 |
| Southeast Community 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,682 | $850 | $3,846 |
| Southeast Community 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,894 | $925 | $3,542 |
| Southeast Community 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,180 | $1,500 | $3,705 |
| Southeast Community 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,500 | $1,500 | $1,500 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 20 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Southeast Community Neighborhood of Reading, PA.
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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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reading Lofts | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,000 |
| Studios on Spring | Studio 2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,150 |
| Berkshire Terrace Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,225 |
| Hollywood Court Apartments | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,299 |
| Ridgeview Apartment Homes | Two Bedroom - 893 sqft Mount Penn | 2BR,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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1224 Eckert Ave, Unit 2nd-3rd Floor | 1224 Eckert Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| 1018 New Holland Rd, Unit First Floor | 1018 New Holland Rd | 3BR,1BA | $1.15 |
| 132 W Douglass St, Unit 132 W. Douglass St Apt 2 | 132 W Douglass St | 4BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| 1517 Hill Rd, Unit 4h | 1517 Hill Rd | 2BR,2BA | $1.51 |
| Wynnewood Park Apartments | Two bedroom, one bath apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1.45 |
| Hollywood Court Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| Ridgeview Apartment Homes | Two Bedroom - 950 sqft Antietam Arms | 2BR,1BA | $1.48 |
| 1502 Centre Ave, Unit 2 | 1502 Centre Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.66 |
| The Reserve at Wyomissing | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Signature | 1BR,1BA | $1.77 |
| 305 Penn St, Unit 4 | 305 Penn St | 2BR,1BA | $1.54 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSoutheast Community, Reading, PA
Ranked #4
Among cities in Pennsylvania for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
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
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Everything is a negotiation in real estate!

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