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1335 Perkiomen Ave

413-415 Woodward St

20 S 10th St

1501 Mulberry St
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808 Franklin St

407 Woodward St

500 Upland Ave

1027 Mulberry St

19 S 11th St
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1337 Muhlenberg St

1327 Perkiomen Ave

1132 Spring St

1053 Culvert St

106 N 11th St
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Reading, PA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Reading?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Reading 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,659 | $900 | $2,475 |
Reading 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,755 | $1,175 | $3,000 |
Reading 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,679 | $1,450 | $2,000 |
Reading 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,925 | $1,250 | $3,000 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Reading, PA
Pricing Updated: 05/10/2025Current apartment rentals in the Reading, PA area range in price from $750 to $3,000 with an overall median price of $1,584. The three Reading neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Center City Berks at $800, District 3 at $900, and Southeast Community at $900. Here is today’s list of the top 8 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Reading Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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Center City Berks | $850 | $800 | 2 |
District 3 | $900 | $900 | 1 |
Southeast Community | $1,250 | $900 | 6 |
Mount Penn | $1,700 | $750 | 1 |
Southeast Reading | $1,700 | $750 | 21 |
Penns Common | $1,725 | $900 | 6 |
East Reading | $1,750 | $750 | 38 |
Kenhorst | $2,800 | $900 | 1 |
Cheapest Available Reading Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Reading, PA is a 1 Bed unit found at Studios on Spring in the Callowhill neighborhood priced from $1,150. Berkshire Terrace Apartments in the Callowhill neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,225. 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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Studios on Spring | Studio 1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,150 |
Berkshire Terrace Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,225 |
Ridgeview Apartment Homes | One Bedroom - 665 sqft Mount Penn | 1BR,1BA | $1,235 |
Bookbindery | The Gardens | 1BR,1BA | $1,325 |
Court Commons | 2 Bedroom Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1,400 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Reading, PA
As of May 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the Reading 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 Reading apartment is the 222 Clymer St Model at 222 Clymer St, Unit 1 starting at $1,400 with a $1.17 price per square foot in the Oakbrook 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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534 Centre Ave, Unit 2 | 534 Centre Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.13 |
222 Clymer St, Unit 1 | 222 Clymer St | 2BR,1BA | $1.17 |
The Reserve at Wyomissing | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath Signature | 2BR,2BA | $1.54 |
Wynnewood Park Apartments | Two bedroom, two bath apartment | 2BR,2BA | $1.69 |
1225 Carbon St, Unit 1225 Carbon St apt. 2 | 1225 Carbon St | 2BR,1BA | $1.31 |
Court Commons | 2 Bedroom Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1.40 |
721 Mulberry St, Unit 2nd Fl | 721 Mulberry St | 3BR,1BA | $1.47 |
Hollywood Court Apartments | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.66 |
426 Penn Ave, Unit 1 | 426 Penn Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.69 |
953 N 12th St, Unit 2 | 953 N 12th St | 1BR,1BA | $1.54 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Reading
What type of rentals are currently available in Reading?
There are currently 288 Apartments for Rent in Reading, PA with pricing that ranges from $300 to $5,623. There are also 64 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Reading ranging from $750 to $3,000.
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 $750 to $3,000 with an average monthly rent of $1,458.
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