Average Rent in Reading, PA
What is the average rent in Reading, PA?
The average listed apartment rent in Reading, PA is $1,636 per month, as of November 6, 2026. This sample includes 12 priced apartments in 4 buildings. These are tracked asking prices, not signed leases.
We use published total monthly rent when known and base rent otherwise. Unknown fees remain unknown. Included building observations run from November 4, 2026 through November 6, 2026. Buildings without a qualifying price do not count in this sample. The guide directory can include more buildings.
4 apartment buildings, 12 units. Recorded asking prices and price history where available.
Browse apartments in Reading, PAAvg Rent
$1,636/mo
median $1,663
market average
Cheapest
$1,297/mo
Oak Forest Apartments
Properties
4
tracked daily
Units
12
available now
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Average Rent by Property
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Rent by Bedroom Count
Price per Square Foot
Reading, PA Rent Prices
All 4 properties ranked by lowest available rent.
Wyomissing Gardens Apartments Leasing Office
18 E Wyomissing Blvd, Reading, PA 19611, USA
Oak Forest Apartments
2220 Alsace Rd, Reading, PA 19604, USA
Shillington Commons
12 Community Dr, Reading, PA 19607, USA
Carsonia Manor
849 Carsonia Ave, Reading, PA 19606, USA
The Reserve at Wyomissing
1401 Pershing Blvd, Reading, PA 19607, USA
| # | Property | From | Avg | $/sqft | Rating | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wyomissing Gardens Apartments Leasing Office 18 E Wyomissing Blvd, Reading, PA 19611, USA | $1,190 as of Oct 3 | $1,225 | $2.00/ft² | 2.4 (5) | 7 |
| 2 | Oak Forest Apartments 2220 Alsace Rd, Reading, PA 19604, USA | $1,297 | $1,422 | $1.78/ft² | 4.1 (89) | 2 |
| 3 | Shillington Commons 12 Community Dr, Reading, PA 19607, USA | $1,475 | $1,697 | $1.93/ft² | -- | 8 |
| 4 | Carsonia Manor 849 Carsonia Ave, Reading, PA 19606, USA | $1,490 | $1,490 | -- | 4.5 (37) | 1 |
| 5 | The Reserve at Wyomissing 1401 Pershing Blvd, Reading, PA 19607, USA | $1,725 | $1,725 | $1.50/ft² | 4.6 (53) | 1 |
Rent & Price History by Building
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Wyomissing Gardens Apartments Leasing Office
2.4 (5)18 E Wyomissing Blvd, Reading, PA 19611, USA
Oak Forest Apartments
4.1 (89)2220 Alsace Rd, Reading, PA 19604, USA
Shillington Commons
12 Community Dr, Reading, PA 19607, USA
Carsonia Manor
4.5 (37)849 Carsonia Ave, Reading, PA 19606, USA
The Reserve at Wyomissing
4.6 (53)1401 Pershing Blvd, Reading, PA 19607, USA
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Reading, PA neighborhoods
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Reading, PA Average Rent Prices 2026
The average listed rent in Reading, PA is $1,636 per month, based on 12 units across 4 apartment communities. Prices range from $1,297 at Oak Forest Apartments to $1,875 at Shillington Commons.
Average Rent by Bedroom Type
| Type | Avg Rent | Starting From | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Bed | $1,524/mo | $1,297/mo | 4 |
| 2 Bed | $1,692/mo | $1,490/mo | 8 |
We schedule daily price checks. The included observations can have different dates. Request an area we do not cover so we can review it for coverage.
Market Context
Who rents in Reading, PA, and what they pay
Tracked one-bedroom rent in Reading, PA averages $1,524/mo , with two-bedroom units averaging $1,692/mo. At the local median household income of $45,599, that works out to 43% of gross income, a severely rent-burdened market by HUD standards.
The U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey 2023 release pegged median gross rent in Reading, PA at $1,018/mo. The current tracked market average runs 61% higher than that benchmark, reflecting both two to three years of rent growth and the fact that the Census figure covers all renter-occupied housing in Reading, PA while the tracked market average covers units currently listed in larger apartment communities.
What salary do I need to live comfortably in Reading, PA?
Built on the 25 to 30 percent rent-to-income guideline used by most landlords and credit-scoring models.
Minimum to afford average rent
$65,000/year
Based on the 30 percent rule, using our tracked average rent of $1,636/mo.
Comfortable income
$79,000/year
Based on the 25 percent rule, leaving more room for savings, transport, and groceries.
To afford the cheapest tracked apartment ($1,297/mo), you need to earn at least $52,000/year.
Median household income in Reading, PA is $45,599 , about 42% below the comfortable-living threshold.
Cost of living in Reading, PA
Overall prices in Reading, PA runs below the national average by about 4% (BEA Regional Price Parity index 96.5, where 100 equals the U.S. average). The breakdown below estimates monthly costs for a single adult, using national consumer-spending baselines from the Bureau of Labor Statistics scaled by Reading, PA's regional price parities.
| Category | Monthly estimate |
|---|---|
| Rent (market average) | $1,636 |
| Utilities | $356 |
| Groceries | $531 |
| Transportation | $848 |
| Healthcare | $414 |
| Other goods and services | $662 |
| Estimated total | $4,446/mo |
Population
94,836
Median household income
$45,599
Census median rent
$1,018/mo
Census rent burden
32.7%
Median age
31.7
Mean commute
24 min
Methodology
Rent data
We use listed asking rents and schedule daily data updates. Individual buildings can have different verification dates. Check the building or unit page for its latest price and availability.
Cost of living
Estimates combine national consumer-spending baselines from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (Consumer Expenditure Survey) with the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis Regional Price Parities (MARPP dataset). Both are peer-reviewed federal data releases published annually.
Salary to live comfortably
We estimate annual income by dividing annual rent by 30 percent for the affordability figure and 25 percent for the comfortable-income figure. These estimates are a guide, not a guarantee of rental approval.
Demographic figures
Median household income, population, median age, commute time, Census median rent, and rent as percentage of income come from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimates, the most recent complete release.
Cost of living and demographic figures were last published in 2023.
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Nearby cities in Pennsylvania
How Reading, PA rent compares to other markets in the state.
| City | Avg Rent | vs Reading, PA | 30-Day Change | Properties |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allentown, PA | $1,948 | +19% | +21.8% | 33 |
| Lancaster, PA | $2,060 | +26% | +69.8% | 16 |
| Philadelphia, PA | $2,378 | +45% | +4.4% | 9 |
| Pittsburgh, PA | $2,175 | +33% | -0.2% | 6 |
| York, PA | $1,676 | +2% | +7% | 6 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Reading, PA?
The average listed apartment rent in Reading, PA is $1,636 per month, as of November 6, 2026. This sample includes 12 priced apartments in 4 buildings. These are tracked asking prices, not signed leases.
What is the median rent in Reading, PA?
The median asking rent in Reading, PA is $1,663 per month, computed from 12 priced listings; check the observation dates shown on this page. The average is $1,636/mo; the median resists skew from luxury listings.
What is the cheapest apartment rent in Reading, PA?
The lowest available rent in Reading, PA starts at $1,297 per month. Confirm current availability, fees, and lease terms with the selected listing.
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Reading, PA?
1-bedroom apartments in Reading, PA average $1,524/mo. The lowest listed 1-bedroom starts at $1,297/mo across 4 units tracked.
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Reading, PA?
2-bedroom apartments in Reading, PA average $1,692/mo. Units start from $1,490/mo across 8 units currently listed.
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