
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Reading, MA from $1,000 (16 Rentals)
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Reading?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cheap Reading Studio Apartments | $2,999 | $1,575 | $7,440 |
Cheap Reading 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,070 | $1,800 | $8,923 |
Cheap Reading 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,624 | $1,900 | $10,000+ |
Cheap Reading 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,496 | $2,800 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Reading Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Reading, MA is a Studio unit found at Leisure Lane Apartments in the West Side neighborhood priced from $1,705. Mill Street Gardens in the Nobility Hill neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,800. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Reading apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Leisure Lane Apartments | studio | Studio,1BA | $1,705 |
Mill Street Gardens | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,800 |
Wakefield one, two, and three bedrooms | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2,025 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Reading, MA
As of March 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the Reading area is the $0.24 price per square foot 181 Central St Model at 181 Central St, Unit #11 in the in the Nobility Hill neighborhood starting from $2,400. The second greatest value Reading apartment is the 32 Pine St Model at 32 Pine St, Unit 32 Pine St starting at $2,900 with a $2.76 price per square foot in the Nobility Hill neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Reading apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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181 Central St, Unit #11 | 181 Central St | 2BR,1BA | $0.24 |
32 Pine St, Unit 32 Pine St | 32 Pine St | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.76 |
2 Fremont St, Unit 1 | 2 Fremont St | 2BR,1BA | $1.84 |
Nexxus Apartments | The Middlesex | 2BR,2BA | $2.88 |
32 Pine St, Unit 32 | 32 Pine St | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.90 |
3 Stonehill Dr, Unit #1H | 3 Stonehill Dr | 1BR,1BA | $2.48 |
269 Albion St, Unit #11 | 269 Albion St | 2BR,1BA | $2.44 |
7 Boline Pl, Unit 1 | 7 Boline Pl | 1BR,1BA | $2.30 |
286 Albion St, Unit #2 | 286 Albion St | 1BR,1BA | $2.46 |
Mill Street Gardens | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.65 |
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Getting Around Reading, MA
Walk Score®
72 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
44 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
1 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Reading Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Reading?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Reading is at Leisure Lane Apartments listed at $1,705.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Reading Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Reading Apartment is $1,800 at Mill Street Gardens.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Reading Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Reading is starting from $2,195 at Leisure Lane Apartments.
What is the most affordable Reading Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Reading Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Emery Flats and starts from $3,951.
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