Welcome to The Berkshire Apartments- Downtown Living in the Heart of Reading. The Berkshire Apartments are a newly renovated community in downtown Reading, PA, offering upscale living in a prime location. Whether you're a student at nearby Alvernia University or a professional looking for convenient city living, The Berkshire puts you just steps away from shopping, dining, entertainment, and public transportation. Located near 5th and Penn Streets, our apartments offer easy access to local colleges, major employers, and everything that makes downtown Reading vibrant and walkable. Come take a tour and discover why The Berkshire Apartments are the perfect place to call home for students, professionals, and anyone looking to enjoy the best of city living in Reading.
Apartment for rent
$1,500+/mo
Fees may apply
The Berkshire, 501 Washington St, Reading, PA 19601
2beds
741sqft
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Apartment
Available now
Cats, dogs OK
Air conditioner
Shared laundry
Off street parking
What's special
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Cooling
- Air Conditioner
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Microwave, Oven, Range, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Shared
Features
- Elevator, View
- Flooring: Carpet, Linoleum/Vinyl
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 741 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Off Street, Covered
- Details: Contact manager
Features
- Exterior features: Brand New, Extra Storage Coming Soon, Heating included in rent, High-speed Internet Ready, Online Maintenance Portal, Online Rent Payment
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Hottub Spa
- Has view: Yes
- View description: City View, Mountain View
Details
- Other equipment: Intercom
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Apartment
- Property subtype: Apartment
Condition
- Year built: 2025
Building
Details
- Building name: The Berkshire
Management
- Pets allowed: Yes
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Reading
Financial & listing details
- Lease term: 12 Months
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/12/2025 | Listed for rent | $1,500$2/sqft |
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Neighborhood: 19601
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Lauers Park El SchoolGrades: PK-4Distance: 0.4 mi
- 4/10Southwest Middle SchoolGrades: 5-8Distance: 0.4 mi
- 1/10Reading Senior High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.1 mi
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