1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Southwest Reading Neighborhood of Reading, PA (63 Rentals)

120 N 9th St

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Southwest Reading, Reading, PA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Southwest Reading?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Southwest Reading Studio Apartments | $975 | $975 | $975 |
Southwest Reading 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,165 | $1,025 | $1,375 |
Southwest Reading 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,765 | $1,645 | $2,150 |
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Largest Available Southwest Reading 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in the Southwest Reading area of Allentown, PA is found at Franklin Manor Apartments and is listed at 925 square feet priced from $1,700. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
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Franklin Manor Apartments | 1 Deluxe Bed/1 Bath | 925 Sq Ft | $1,700 |
Bookbindery | The Gardens | 750 Sq Ft | $1,325 |
Bakery Apartments | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 600 Sq Ft | $1,200 |
Berkshire Terrace Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 500 Sq Ft | $1,225 |
Cheapest Available Southwest Reading 1 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit Southwest Reading of Allentown, PA is the 1 Bed/1 Bath Model starting from $1,200 at Bakery Apartments. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Southwest Reading is currently $1,165. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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Bakery Apartments | 1 Bed/1 Bath | $1,200 |
Berkshire Terrace Apartments | 1 Bedroom | $1,225 |
Bookbindery | The Gardens | $1,325 |
Franklin Manor Apartments | 1 Deluxe Bed/1 Bath | $1,700 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSouthwest Reading, Reading, PA
Ranked #2
Among neighborhoods in Reading, PA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Getting Around the Southwest Reading Neighborhood in Reading, PA
Walk Score®
81 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
54 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Southwest Reading Apartments
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Southwest Reading Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Southwest Reading is $1,165.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Southwest Reading Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Southwest Reading is a 925 square feet unit starting from $1,700 at Franklin Manor Apartments.
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