
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southwest Reading Neighborhood of Reading, PA from $600 (12 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 | $1,375 | $1,375 | $1,375 |
Southwest Reading 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,953 | $1,025 | $4,029 |
Southwest Reading 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,366 | $1,580 | $4,856 |
Southwest Reading 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,391 | $1,300 | $5,629 |
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There are currently 12 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 Studios on Spring priced from $1,150. Bakery Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,200. 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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Studios on Spring | Studio 1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,150 |
Bakery Apartments | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
Berkshire Terrace Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,225 |
Hollywood Court Apartments | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,299 |
Bookbindery | The Gardens | 1BR,1BA | $1,325 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southwest Reading, PA
As of June 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the Southwest Reading area is the $2.24 price per square foot 2 bedroom 2 bath Townhome, 1405 sq ft Model at 100 Park at Wyomissing Square in the in the Callowhill neighborhood starting from $3,146. The second greatest value Southwest Reading apartment is the Two bedroom, two bath apartment Model at Wynnewood Park Apartments starting at $1,764 with a $1.67 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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100 Park at Wyomissing Square | 2 bedroom 2 bath Townhome, 1405 sq ft | 2BR,2BA | $2.24 |
Wynnewood Park Apartments | Two bedroom, two bath apartment | 2BR,2BA | $1.67 |
Hollywood Court Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.56 |
Franklin Manor Apartments | 1 Deluxe Bed/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.75 |
Bookbindery | The Summit | 2BR,1BA | $1.83 |
Bakery Apartments | 2 Bed/1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.21 |
Lincoln Park Apartments and Townhomes | One Bedroom - 680 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $2.17 |
Berkshire Terrace Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.45 |
Studios on Spring | Studio 1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.56 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSouthwest Reading, Reading, PA
Ranked #4
Among neighborhoods in Reading, PA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet 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?
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Southwest Reading Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Southwest Reading?
The cheapest apartment in Southwest Reading is Studios on Spring which is listed at $1,150, while the average apartment in Southwest Reading costs $2,000.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Southwest Reading?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 3 regular apartments in Southwest Reading that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Southwest Reading?
Cheap apartments in Southwest Reading have an average cost of $111 which is $1,889 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Southwest Reading.
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