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property at 72 Linden St

72 Linden St

ReadingMA01867
property at 20 Corporate Dr

20 Corporate Dr

BurlingtonMA01803
property at 20 Center St

20 Center St

BurlingtonMA01803

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property at 35 Prospect St

35 Prospect St

WoburnMA01801

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Reading, MA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Reading Apartments for Rent

 
Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Leisure Lane ApartmentsstudioStudio,1BA$1,795

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Reading, MA

As of April 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the 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 Reading apartment is the 39-41 Crescent St Model at 39-41 Crescent St, Unit #1 starting at $3,500 with a $1.75 price per square foot in the Greenwood neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Reading apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
37 Sylvan Ave37 Sylvan Ave4BR,2BA$1.82
39-41 Crescent St, Unit #139-41 Crescent St2BR,2.5BA$1.75
28 Salem St, Unit #128 Salem St3BR,1BA$2.14
33 Salem St, Unit #133 Salem St3BR,1BA$2.14
315 Albion St, Unit #1315 Albion St2BR,1BA$2.55
2 Fremont St, Unit 12 Fremont St2BR,1BA$1.84
3 Stonehill Dr, Unit #1H3 Stonehill Dr1BR,1BA$2.48
271 Albion St, Unit #11271 Albion St2BR,1BA$2.44
7 Boline Pl, Unit 17 Boline Pl1BR,1BA$2.30
34 Richardson St, Unit #234 Richardson St2BR,1BA$2.63

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Frequently Asked Questions about Reading

What type of rentals are currently available in Reading?

There are currently 165 Apartments for Rent in Reading, MA with pricing that ranges from $1,795 to $18,710. There are also 53 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Reading ranging from $1,700 to $11,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Reading?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Reading ranges from $1,700 to $11,000 with an average monthly rent of $4,956.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Reading?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Reading range from $2,700 to $18,710, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,800 to $6,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $4,000 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $4,200.

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