Cheap Apartments for Rent in the College Heights Neighborhood of Reading, PA from $600 (28 Rentals)

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Washington Towers
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Washington Towers

50 N 4th StReading, PA 19601
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Centre Park Place
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Centre Park Place

601 N 5th StReading, PA 19601
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The Lofts on Marion
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Lofts on Marion

1200 N 11th StReading, PA 19604
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Big Mill Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Big Mill Apartments

702 N 8th StReading, PA 19604
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502 Walnut St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

502 Walnut St

502 Walnut StReading, PA 19601
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Bakery Apartments
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Bakery Apartments

100 S 3rd StReading, PA 19602
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College Heights, Reading, PA Local Guide

Cheapest Available College Heights Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the College Heights area of Allentown, PA is a 1 Bed unit found at Ridgeview Apartment Homes priced from $1,065. Studios on Spring has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,150. Here are the most affordable College Heights apartments for rent in Allentown, PA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Ridgeview Apartment HomesOne Bedroom - 665 sqft Mount Penn1BR,1BA$1,065
Studios on SpringStudio 11BR,1BA$1,150
Berkshire Terrace Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,225
BookbinderyThe Gardens1BR,1BA$1,325
Hollywood Court Apartments1 bedroom1BR,1BA$1,450
Bakery Apartments2 Bed/1 Bath2BR,1BA$1,550
The Reserve at Wyomissing1 Bedroom 1 Bath Signature1BR,1BA$1,575
Country Club ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,590

Best Value Apartments for Rent in College Heights, PA

As of April 18, 2025 the best value apartment in the College Heights area is the $1.13 price per square foot 534 Centre Ave Model at 534 Centre Ave, Unit 2 in the in the Callowhill neighborhood starting from $1,700. The second greatest value College Heights apartment is the Two bedroom, two bath apartment Model at Wynnewood Park Apartments starting at $1,745 with a $1.65 price per square foot in the Callowhill neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for College Heights apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
534 Centre Ave, Unit 2534 Centre Ave2BR,1BA$1.13
Wynnewood Park ApartmentsTwo bedroom, two bath apartment2BR,2BA$1.65
721 Mulberry St, Unit 2nd Fl721 Mulberry St3BR,1BA$1.47
BookbinderyThe Summit2BR,1BA$1.83
The Reserve at Wyomissing1 Bedroom 1 Bath Signature1BR,1BA$1.77
Hollywood Court Apartments1 bedroom1BR,1BA$1.66
Country Club ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.87
Bakery Apartments2 Bed/1 Bath2BR,1BA$2.21
Ridgeview Apartment HomesOne Bedroom - 672 sqft Antietam Arms1BR,1BA$2.11
953 N 12th St, Unit 2953 N 12th St1BR,1BA$1.54

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Reading. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and outdoor amenities like tennis courts, pet-friendly features, family-friendliness, proximity to transit, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Getting Around the College Heights Neighborhood in Reading, PA

Walk Score®

66 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

35 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap College Heights Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom College Heights Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom College Heights Apartment is $1,065 at Ridgeview Apartment Homes.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom College Heights Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in College Heights is starting from $1,175 at Ridgeview Apartment Homes.

What is the most affordable College Heights Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap College Heights Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Bakery Apartments and starts from $1,600.

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