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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southwest Reading Neighborhood of Reading, PA from $340 (25 Rentals)
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414 Pine St, Unit 3
414 Pine StReading, PA 19602
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Washington Towers
50 N 4th StReading, PA 19601
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111 S 8th StReading, PA 19602
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Berkshire Towers
726 Washington StReading, PA 19601
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837 Washington St, Unit 3
837 Washington StReading, PA 19601
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Reading Tower
601 Penn StReading, PA 19601
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The Berkshire
501 Washington StReading, PA 19601
136 S 5th St
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Barley Square Apartments
220 Grape StReading, PA 19602
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River Oak Apartments
125 River Oak DrReading, PA 19601
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Lincoln Tower Apartments
100 N 5th StReading, PA 19601
329 S 4th St
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502 Walnut St
502 Walnut StReading, PA 19601
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Reading Lofts
100 South 4th StreetReading, PA 19602
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238 S 6th Street
238 S 6th StReading, PA 19602
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338 S 5th St
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232 S. 6th St.
232 S 6th StReading, PA 19602
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Goggleworks Apartments
135 Washington StReading, PA 19601
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Bakery Apartments
100 S 3rd StReading, PA 19602
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324 Franklin St, Unit 1 beds,West Reading
324 Franklin StWest Reading, PA 19611
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Berkshire Terrace Apartments
661 Reading AveWest Reading, PA 19611
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southwest Reading Studio Apartments | $1,007 | $925 | $1,100 |
| Southwest Reading 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,137 | $900 | $1,400 |
| Southwest Reading 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,492 | $995 | $1,700 |
| Southwest Reading 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,225 | $1,050 | $1,400 |
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Cheapest Available Southwest Reading Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Southwest Reading area of Allentown, PA is a 1 Bed unit found at Barley Square Apartments priced from $863. Washington Towers has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $925. Here are the most affordable Southwest Reading apartments for rent in Allentown, PA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Barley Square Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $863 |
| Washington Towers | Studio | Studio,1BA | $925 |
| 238 S 6th Street | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,025 |
| Reading Tower | -09 | Studio,1BA | $1,080 |
| 232 S. 6th St. | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,100 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southwest Reading, PA
As of September 05, 2026 the best value apartment in the Southwest Reading area is the $1.82 price per square foot 1 Bed/1 Bath Model at Franklin Manor Apartments in the in the Callowhill neighborhood starting from $1,550. The second greatest value Southwest Reading apartment is the B2 Model at The Berkshire starting at $1,500 with a $2.05 price per square foot in the Callowhill neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Southwest Reading apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Franklin Manor Apartments | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.82 |
| The Berkshire | B2 | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.05 |
| Barley Square Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| 324 Franklin St, Unit 1 beds,West Reading | 324 Franklin St | 1BR,1BA | $1.58 |
| 111 S 8th St | 111 S 8th St | 2BR,1BA | $1.99 |
| Berkshire Terrace Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.45 |
| Washington Towers | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.94 |
| 414 Pine St, Unit 3 | 414 Pine St | Studio ,1BA | $2.31 |
| Reading Tower | -18 | 1BR,1BA | $3.52 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Southwest Reading Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Southwest Reading?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Southwest Reading is at Washington Towers listed at $925.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Southwest Reading Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Southwest Reading Apartment is $863 at Barley Square Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Southwest Reading Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Southwest Reading is starting from $1,025 at 238 S 6th Street.
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