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property at 1156 Franklin St

$1,100 - $1,500

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1156 Franklin St

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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 1 Bed unit found at Berkshire Towers priced from $1,000. Reading Lofts has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,000. Here are the most affordable Southeast Community apartments for rent in Reading, PA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Berkshire Towers1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,000
Reading LoftsStudioStudio,1BA$1,000
Ridgeview Apartment HomesOne Bedroom - 665 sqft Mount Penn1BR,1BA$1,095
The BerkshireStudioStudio,1BA$1,100
Studios on SpringStudio 21BR,1BA$1,150

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southeast Community, PA

As of January 09, 2026 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 1517 Hill Rd Model at 1517 Hill Rd, Unit 4h starting at $1,650 with a $1.51 price per square foot in the Southside 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
1517 Hill Rd, Unit 4h1517 Hill Rd2BR,2BA$1.51
The Reserve at Wyomissing1 Bedroom 1 Bath Signature1BR,1BA$1.77
Country Club ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.83
840 Centre Ave, Unit 840 Centre ave840 Centre Ave1BR,1BA$1.38
435 N 5th St, Unit 1435 N 5th St1BR,1BA$1.50
303 Penn St, Unit 3303 Penn St2BR,1BA$1.53
Ridgeview Apartment HomesOne Bedroom - 665 sqft Mount Penn1BR,1BA$1.65
Berkshire Towers1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.67
1568 Mineral Spring Rd, Unit 2F1568 Mineral Spring Rd1BR,1BA$1.46

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Southeast Community, Reading, PA

Ranked #7

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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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 Reading Lofts listed at $1,000.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Southeast Community Apartment is $1,000 at Berkshire Towers.

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 $1,450 at Reading Lofts.

Expert Rental Resources

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate!