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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Reading Neighborhood of Reading, MA from $1,000 (12 Rentals)
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Leisure Lane Apartments
100 Leisure LnStoneham, MA 02180
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Downtown Reading, Reading, MA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Reading?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Reading Studio Apartments | $3,057 | $1,695 | $7,604 |
| Downtown Reading 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,902 | $1,895 | $7,982 |
| Downtown Reading 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,376 | $1,100 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Reading 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,308 | $3,867 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Reading 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,200 | $4,200 | $4,200 |
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There are currently 12 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Reading Neighborhood of Reading, MA.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Reading Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Reading area of Boston, MA is a 1 Bed unit found at Mill Street Gardens priced from $1,900. Wakefield one, two, and three bedrooms has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,175. Here are the most affordable Downtown Reading apartments for rent in Boston, MA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mill Street Gardens | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,900 |
| Wakefield one, two, and three bedrooms | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2,175 |
| Leisure Lane Apartments | 2 bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2,195 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Reading, MA
As of March 01, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Reading area is the $1.82 price per square foot 37 Sylvan Ave Model at 37 Sylvan Ave in the in the Greenwood neighborhood starting from $4,200. The second greatest value Downtown Reading apartment is the 29 Byron St Model at 29 Byron St, Unit 29 starting at $1,100 with a $0.63 price per square foot in the Greenwood neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Reading apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 37 Sylvan Ave | 37 Sylvan Ave | 4BR,2BA | $1.82 |
| 29 Byron St, Unit 29 | 29 Byron St | 2BR,2BA | $0.63 |
| 27-37 Water St | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $2.06 |
| 57 Cedar St, Unit #2306 | 57 Cedar St | 1BR,1BA | $2.56 |
| 3 Stonehill Dr, Unit #1H | 3 Stonehill Dr | 1BR,1BA | $2.48 |
| 3 Stonehill Dr, Unit #1H | 3 Stonehill Dr | 1BR,1BA | $2.48 |
| 269 Albion St, Unit #11 | 269 Albion St | 2BR,1BA | $2.44 |
| 271 Albion St, Unit #11 | 271 Albion St | 2BR,1BA | $2.44 |
| 287 Albion St, Unit #2 | 287 Albion St | 1BR,1BA | $2.46 |
| Mill Street Gardens | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.38 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Reading Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Downtown Reading?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Downtown Reading is at Grayson Lofts listed at $2,317.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Reading Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Reading Apartment is $1,900 at Mill Street Gardens.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Reading Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Reading is starting from $2,195 at Leisure Lane Apartments.
What is the most affordable Downtown Reading Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Downtown Reading Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Emery Flats and starts from $3,867.
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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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