
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the St Marys Neighborhood of Reading, PA from $600 (38 Rentals)
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148 S 6th St

Washington Towers

Berkshire Tower Apartments

1031 Marion St

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147 W Buttonwood St, Unit 1FL, Unit 1FL

138 N 8th St

725 Washington St

1023 Greenwich St
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1651 Perkiomen Ave

610 Franklin St

The Berkshire

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920 Marion St, Unit 3, Unit 3

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165 Douglass St, Unit 3, Unit 3

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738 N 3rd St, Unit 3, Unit 3

Pennside Manor Apartments

136 S 5th St

25 S 9th St
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Centre Park Place

River Oak Apartments

Edgemont Terrace Apartments

Lincoln Tower Apartments

960 N 11th St

1327 Perkiomen Ave

Big Mill Apartments

502 Walnut St

358 Spring St
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Reading Lofts

147 W Douglass St

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Grammary Court Apartments

531 Chestnut St

555 Pearl Street

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St Lawrence Garden

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19 S 11th St

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429 Chestnut St, Unit 1, Unit 1
St Marys, Reading, PA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in St Marys?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Marys Studio Apartments | $975 | $900 | $1,100 |
| St Marys 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,271 | $1,000 | $2,000 |
| St Marys 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,506 | $1,050 | $1,800 |
| St Marys 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,636 | $1,295 | $2,450 |
| St Marys 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,775 | $1,700 | $1,825 |
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Cheapest Available St Marys Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the St Marys area of Allentown, PA is a Studio unit found at Washington Towers priced from $925. The Berkshire has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,100. Here are the most affordable St Marys apartments for rent in Allentown, PA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Washington Towers | Studio | Studio,1BA | $925 |
| The Berkshire | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,100 |
| 555 Pearl Street | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,175 |
| Ridgeview Apartment Homes | One Bedroom - 665 sqft Mount Penn | 1BR,1BA | $1,215 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in St Marys, PA
As of April 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the St Marys area is the $1.40 price per square foot 428 Penn Ave Model at 428 Penn Ave, Unit 2nd floor in the in the Callowhill neighborhood starting from $2,000. The second greatest value St Marys apartment is the 1224 Eckert Ave Model at 1224 Eckert Ave, Unit 1224 Eckert Avenue - 2nd and 3rd Floor starting at $1,250 with a $0.92 price per square foot in the Oakbrook neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for St Marys apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 428 Penn Ave, Unit 2nd floor | 428 Penn Ave | 1BR,1.5BA | $1.40 |
| 1224 Eckert Ave, Unit 1224 Eckert Avenue - 2nd and 3rd Floor | 1224 Eckert Ave | 3BR,1BA | $0.92 |
| Woodgate | The Rosewood | 2BR,2BA | $1.59 |
| Franklin Manor Apartments | 2 Bed/2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.75 |
| 920 Marion St, Unit 3 | 920 Marion St | 2BR,1BA | $1.15 |
| 738 N 3rd St, Unit 3 | 738 N 3rd St | 1BR,1BA | $1.41 |
| 165 Douglass St, Unit 3 | 165 Douglass St | 1BR,1BA | $1.57 |
| 429 Chestnut St, Unit 1 | 429 Chestnut St | 1BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| Ridgeview Apartment Homes | One Bedroom - 665 sqft Mount Penn | 1BR,1BA | $1.83 |
| 147 W Buttonwood St, Unit 1FL | 147 W Buttonwood St | 1BR,1BA | $1.67 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap St Marys Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in St Marys?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in St Marys is at Washington Towers listed at $925.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom St Marys Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom St Marys Apartment is $1,175 at 555 Pearl Street.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom St Marys Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in St Marys is starting from $1,290 at Washington Towers.
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