Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Outer East Neighborhood of Reading, PA from $700 (19 Rentals)

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St Lawrence Garden
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

St Lawrence Garden

2900 Oley Turnpike RdReading, PA 19606
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Oak Forest Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Oak Forest Apartments

2230 Alsace RdReading, PA 19604
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Woodgate
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Woodgate

1400 Orchard View RdReading, PA 19606
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Pennside Court
1 Bedroom Apartments

Pennside Court

601 Carsonia AveReading, PA 19606
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431 S 15th St
1 Bedroom Apartments

431 S 15th St

431 S 15th StReading, PA 19602
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2136 Perkiomen Rd
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

2136 Perkiomen Rd

2136 Perkiomen RdReading, PA 19606
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1924 Perkiomen Ave
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

1924 Perkiomen Ave

1924 Perkiomen AveMount Penn, PA 19606

Outer East, Reading, PA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Outer East Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Outer East area of Allentown, PA is a 1 Bed unit found at Ridgeview Apartment Homes priced from $1,080. Hollywood Court Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,450. Here are the most affordable Outer East apartments for rent in Allentown, PA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Ridgeview Apartment HomesOne Bedroom - 665 sqft Mount Penn1BR,1BA$1,080
Hollywood Court Apartments1 bedroom1BR,1BA$1,450
Exeter Village Apartments1 Bed | 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,530
WoodgateThe Birch1BR,1BA$1,726

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Outer East, PA

As of April 05, 2025 the best value apartment in the Outer East area is the $1.66 price per square foot 1 bedroom Model at Hollywood Court Apartments in the in the Penn's Commons neighborhood starting from $1,450. The second greatest value Outer East apartment is the The Birch Model at Woodgate starting at $1,726 with a $2.03 price per square foot in the Lorane neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Outer East apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Hollywood Court Apartments1 bedroom1BR,1BA$1.66
WoodgateThe Birch1BR,1BA$2.03
Exeter Village Apartments1 Bed | 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.82
Ridgeview Apartment HomesOne Bedroom - 672 sqft Antietam Arms1BR,1BA$2.08

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Outer East, Reading, PA

Ranked #17

Among neighborhoods in Reading, PA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

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2.5
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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, and customized analysis for Allentown, Pennsylvania. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and outdoor amenities like tennis courts, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, walking, and biking. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Outer East Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Outer East Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Outer East Apartment is $1,080 at Ridgeview Apartment Homes.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Outer East Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Outer East is starting from $1,250 at Ridgeview Apartment Homes.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money

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Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs

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Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting

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