
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southeast Community Neighborhood of Reading, PA from $800 (30 Rentals)
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1700 Centre Ave, Unit M

1047 Penn St, Unit 3B

Washington Towers

Berkshire Tower Apartments

1339 Mineral Spring Rd

Reading Tower
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510 Maple St

The Berkshire

232 Wunder St

Ridgeview Apartment Homes

Pennside Manor Apartments

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1224 Eckert Ave, Unit 1224 Eckert Avenue - 2nd and 3rd Floor

1135 Oley St
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Carsonia Manor

Country Club Apartments

Hollywood Court Apartments

539 Wunder St

19 S 11th St

1030 Cotton St

603 Maple St
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535 S 10th St

512 Maple St

1031 Spruce St

1144 Cotton St

426 Wunder St

137 Wunder St

324 Franklin St, Unit 1 beds,West Reading
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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 | $1,096 | $925 | $1,375 |
| Southeast Community 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,675 | $825 | $3,846 |
| Southeast Community 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,843 | $1,100 | $4,456 |
| Southeast Community 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,459 | $1,225 | $5,391 |
| Southeast Community 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,700 | $1,700 | $1,700 |
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There are currently 30 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 Washington Towers priced from $925. The Berkshire has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,100. Here are the most affordable Southeast Community apartments for rent in Reading, PA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Washington Towers | Studio | Studio,1BA | $925 |
| The Berkshire | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,100 |
| Ridgeview Apartment Homes | One Bedroom - 665 sqft Mount Penn | 1BR,1BA | $1,135 |
| Berkshire Terrace Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,225 |
| Hollywood Court Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,399 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southeast Community, PA
As of July 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the Southeast Community area is the $2.14 price per square foot 2 bedroom 2 bath – Townhome, 1405 sq ft Model at 100 Park at Wyomissing Square in the in the Oakbrook neighborhood starting from $3,005. The second greatest value Southeast Community apartment is the 1224 Eckert Ave Model at 1224 Eckert Ave, Unit 1224 Eckert Avenue - 2nd and 3rd Floor starting at $1,225 with a $0.90 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 100 Park at Wyomissing Square | 2 bedroom 2 bath – Townhome, 1405 sq ft | 2BR,2BA | $2.14 |
| 1224 Eckert Ave, Unit 1224 Eckert Avenue - 2nd and 3rd Floor | 1224 Eckert Ave | 3BR,1BA | $0.90 |
| Wynnewood Park Apartments | Two bedroom, two bath apartment | 2BR,2BA | $1.63 |
| The Berkshire | B2 | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.05 |
| Hollywood Court Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.04 |
| Ridgeview Apartment Homes | One Bedroom - 665 sqft Mount Penn | 1BR,1BA | $1.71 |
| 324 Franklin St, Unit 1 beds,West Reading | 324 Franklin St | 1BR,1BA | $1.71 |
| 1011 Walnut St, Unit 1F | 1011 Walnut St | 1BR,1BA | $1.65 |
| Berkshire Terrace Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.45 |
| Washington Towers | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.94 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSoutheast Community, Reading, PA
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Among cities in Pennsylvania for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Southeast Community Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Southeast Community?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Southeast Community is at Washington Towers listed at $925.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Southeast Community Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Southeast Community Apartment is $1,135 at Ridgeview Apartment Homes.
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 $1,290 at Washington Towers.
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