
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the First Ward Neighborhood of Reading, PA from $600 (23 Rentals)
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754 N 11th St

1568 Mineral Spring Rd, Unit 3

1216 Perkiomen Ave

229 S 4th St

Ridgeview Apartment Homes

719 McKnight St
First Ward, Reading, PA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in First Ward?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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First Ward Studio Apartments | $925 | $675 | $1,375 |
First Ward 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,721 | $775 | $3,724 |
First Ward 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,220 | $1,025 | $5,246 |
First Ward 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,556 | $1,375 | $5,982 |
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Cheapest Available First Ward Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the First Ward area of Allentown, PA is a 1 Bed unit found at Ridgeview Apartment Homes priced from $1,060. 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 First Ward apartments for rent in Allentown, PA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Ridgeview Apartment Homes | One Bedroom - 665 sqft Mount Penn | 1BR,1BA | $1,060 |
Studios on Spring | Studio 2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,150 |
Bakery Apartments | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
Berkshire Terrace Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,225 |
Bookbindery | The Gardens | 1BR,1BA | $1,325 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in First Ward, PA
As of March 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the First Ward area is the $1.65 price per square foot Two bedroom, two bath apartment Model at Wynnewood Park Apartments in the in the Callowhill neighborhood starting from $1,747. The second greatest value First Ward apartment is the 2 Bed/2 Bath Model at Franklin Manor Apartments starting at $1,750 with a $1.75 price per square foot in the Callowhill neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for First Ward apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Wynnewood Park Apartments | Two bedroom, two bath apartment | 2BR,2BA | $1.65 |
Franklin Manor Apartments | 2 Bed/2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.75 |
Court Commons | 2 Bedroom Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1.40 |
Bookbindery | The Summit | 2BR,1BA | $1.83 |
Country Club Apartments | One Bedroom Courtyard View | 1BR,1BA | $1.87 |
1129 Elm St, Unit 2 | 1129 Elm St | 1BR,1BA | $1.12 |
Ridgeview Apartment Homes | One Bedroom - 672 sqft Antietam Arms | 1BR,1BA | $1.82 |
953 N 12th St, Unit 2 | 953 N 12th St | 1BR,1BA | $1.54 |
920 Marion St, Unit 2 | 920 Marion St | Studio ,1BA | $1.21 |
1568 Mineral Spring Rd, Unit 3 | 1568 Mineral Spring Rd | 1BR,1BA | $1.33 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleFirst Ward, Reading, PA
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
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Getting Around the First Ward Neighborhood in Reading, PA
Walk Score®
80 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
75 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap First Ward Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in First Ward?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in First Ward is at listed at $675.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom First Ward Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom First Ward Apartment is $1,060 at Ridgeview Apartment Homes.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom First Ward Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in First Ward is starting from $1,295 at Ridgeview Apartment Homes.
What is the most affordable First Ward Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap First Ward Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at and starts from $1,375.
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