
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southeast Reading Neighborhood of Reading, PA from $700 (16 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Southeast Reading area of Reading.


1011 Walnut St, Unit 1F

619 S 6th St, Unit 619 S 6th st B

219 N 9th St

1047 Penn St, Unit 3B
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1132 Cotton St

1752 Cotton St

119 S 6th St

1339 Mineral Spring Rd

Berkshire Tower Apartments
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600 N 12th St

450 S 18th St

Edgemont Terrace Apartments

Big Mill Apartments

1403 Cotton St
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1244 Perkiomen Ave
Southeast Reading, Reading, PA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Southeast Reading?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southeast Reading Studio Apartments | $926 | $700 | $1,080 |
| Southeast Reading 1 Bedroom Apartments | $975 | $825 | $1,230 |
| Southeast Reading 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,341 | $1,075 | $1,650 |
| Southeast Reading 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,268 | $1,200 | $1,380 |
| Southeast Reading 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,650 | $1,600 | $1,700 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 16 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Southeast Reading Neighborhood of Reading, PA.
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Cheapest Available Southeast Reading Apartments for Rent
 | Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1030 Penn St | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1,390 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southeast Reading, PA
As of July 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Southeast Reading area is the $0.90 price per square foot 1224 Eckert Ave Model at 1224 Eckert Ave, Unit 1224 Eckert Avenue - 2nd and 3rd Floor in the in the Oakbrook neighborhood starting from $1,225. The second greatest value Southeast Reading 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 Reading apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1224 Eckert Ave, Unit 1224 Eckert Avenue - 2nd and 3rd Floor | 1224 Eckert Ave | 3BR,1BA | $0.90 |
| 1517 Hill Rd, Unit 4h | 1517 Hill Rd | 2BR,2BA | $1.51 |
| 1011 Walnut St, Unit 1F | 1011 Walnut St | 1BR,1BA | $1.65 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Southeast Reading Apartments
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Southeast Reading Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Southeast Reading is starting from $1,390 at 1030 Penn St.
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