
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southwest Reading Neighborhood of Reading, PA from $600 (38 Rentals)
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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 | $1,326 | $1,025 | $1,595 |
Southwest Reading 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,690 | $1,100 | $2,150 |
Southwest Reading 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,350 | $1,350 | $1,350 |
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There are currently 38 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Southwest Reading Neighborhood of Reading, PA.
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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 Bakery Apartments priced from $1,200. Berkshire Terrace Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,225. 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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Bakery Apartments | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
Berkshire Terrace Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,225 |
Franklin Manor Apartments | 1 Deluxe Bed/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,700 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southwest Reading, PA
As of July 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the Southwest Reading area is the $1.89 price per square foot 1 Bed w/ Office Model at Franklin Manor Apartments in the in the Callowhill neighborhood starting from $1,700. The second greatest value Southwest Reading apartment is the 500 Walnut St Model at 500 Walnut St, Unit 2E starting at $975 with a $1.22 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 w/ Office | 1BR,1BA | $1.89 |
500 Walnut St, Unit 2E | 500 Walnut St | Studio ,1BA | $1.22 |
Bakery Apartments | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.00 |
Berkshire Terrace Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.45 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSouthwest Reading, Reading, PA
Ranked #3
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
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Southwest Reading Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Southwest Reading Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Southwest Reading Apartment is $1,200 at Bakery 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 $1,645 at Berkshire Terrace Apartments.
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