Cheap Apartments for Rent in Reading, MA

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Average Rent Trends in Reading, MA

Rent in Reading, MA varies by number of bedrooms and home type. Use these charts to quickly see how rent changes.
Average rent increased in Jun 2026 compared to the previous month. Rent previously peaked in Jan 2025.
MonthAverage rent
Jul 2025$2,650
Aug 2025$3,000
Sep 2025$2,469
Oct 2025$2,250
Nov 2025$3,150
Dec 2025$2,948
Jan 2026$3,100
Feb 2026$3,165
Mar 2026$3,200
Apr 2026$3,200
May 2026$3,000
Jun 2026$3,100
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Average Rent By Bedroom and Home Type

In June 2026, Apartments and Condos were the most affordable home type to rent compared with Townhomes and Houses.
1 bed2 beds3 beds4 bedsAll
All home types$2,465$3,500$3,150—$3,000
Townhomes—$3,500$4,900—$3,500
Apartments and Condos$2,100$3,000$3,000—$2,900
Houses—$4,900$3,150—$4,650
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Frequently Asked Questions about Rentals in Reading, MA

  • What is the average rent of an apartment in Reading, MA?
    The average rent of an apartment in Reading, MA is $3,031 per month. This is about 55% higher than the national average.
  • What is the average rent of a house in Reading, MA?
    The average rent of a house in Reading, MA is $4,650 per month. This is about 138% higher than the national average.
  • What is the average rent of a townhome in Reading, MA?
    The average rent of a townhome in Reading, MA is $3,500 per month. This is about 79% higher than the national average.
  • When is the average rent cheapest in Reading, MA?
    In the last year, the average rent in Reading, MA was lowest in Oct 2025 when it was $2,250 per month.
  • When is the average rent most expensive in Reading, MA?
    In the last year, the average rent in Reading, MA was highest in Jan 2025 when it was $3,200 per month.
  • How does the rent of a 1 bedroom apartment compare to a studio apartment in Reading, MA?
    The average rent of a 1 bedroom apartment in Reading, MA is $2,465 per month. That is about $755 more than the cost of a studio apartment.
  • How many available rental listings are in Reading, MA?
    There are 21 available rental listings in Reading, MA.
  • What are some zip codes in Reading, MA?
    Reading, MA includes zip codes such as: 01867, 01889.
  • What are some cities near Reading, MA?
    Some nearby cities include: Wakefield, North Reading, Lynnfield, Wilmington, Woburn. These cities may have more rental options to explore.