$1,295
/ Month
136 Elm St
Reading, PA 19601
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610-743-3310
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Bedrooms
2
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Bathrooms
1
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Square Feet
2,100 sq ft
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Available
Available Now
Highlights
- Traditional Floor Plan
- Wood Flooring
- Victorian Architecture
- Double Door Entry
- Brick Porch or Patio
- Eat-In Kitchen
136 Elm St
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About This Home
Available Now
Spacious 2-bedroom, 1-bath apartment offering 1,100 square feet of living space in a convenient Reading location. Located right next to Lauer’s Park Elementary School and within walking distance of GoggleWorks Center for the Arts and the IMAX theater, with shopping, dining, public transportation, and other local amenities nearby. This unit offers plenty of living space, updated flooring, an updated bathroom, and a washer/dryer hookup. Off-street parking is available in the rear, with plenty of additional street parking. At just $1,295/month, this is a great value for a spacious 2-bedroom with off-street parking, laundry hookup, and a convenient walkable location. Section 8 and other housing vouchers are accepted and welcome. Rental Qualifications: Gross household income of at least 3x the monthly rent ($3,885 month), verifiable income/employment, satisfactory rental history, and credit/background screening. Move-In Requirements: One month’s rent security deposit required for move-in. Available starting in October. Apply today or reach out to schedule a showing.
136 Elm St is a house located in Berks County and the 19601 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Reading School District attendance zone.
* Price shown is base rent. Excludes user-selected optional fees and variable or usage-based fees and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.
* Square footage definitions vary. Displayed square footage is approximate.
Home Details
Home Type
Semi-Detached or Twin Home
Year Built
Built in 1900
Accessible Home Design
Doors are 32 inches wide or more
Basement
Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
2 Main Level Bedrooms
1 Full Bathroom
Eco-Friendly Details
Energy-Efficient Appliances
Flooring
Wood
Laminate
Vinyl
Home Design
Victorian Architecture
Brick Exterior Construction
Rubber Roof
Brick Foundation
Entry on the 1st floor
Home Security
Carbon Monoxide Detectors
Fire and Smoke Detector
Interior Spaces
Traditional Floor Plan
Double Door Entry
2,100 Sq Ft Home
Property has 4 Levels
Kitchen
Eat-In Kitchen
Stove
Microwave
Listing and Financial Details
Security Deposit $1,295
Requires 1 Month of Rent Paid Up Front
12-Month Min and 60-Month Max Lease Term
Available 9/25/26
$30 Application Fee
Assessor Parcel Number 06-5307-73-61-0814
Tenant pays for cable TV, cooking fuel, electricity, gas, heat, internet, lawn/tree/shrub care, light bulbs/filters/fuses/alarm care, windows/screens
The owner pays for common area maintenance, heater maintenance contract, insurance, management, pest control, repairs, sewer maintenance, sewer, personal property taxes, water, trash collection
Rent includes common area maintenance, pest control, sewer, trash removal, water
No Smoking Allowed
Residential Lease
Lot Details
1,742 Sq Ft Lot
Property is in good condition
Outdoor Features
Brick Porch or Patio
Breezeway
Parking
On-Street Parking
Schools
Lauers Park Elementary School
Southwest Middle School
Reading Senior High School
Utilities
Electric Baseboard Heater
Cable TV Available
Phone Available
Municipal Trash
Electric Water Heater
110 Volts
Community Details
Overview
No Home Owners Association
Property Manager
Pet Policy
No Pets Allowed
Contact
- Listed by Sean H Moretti | Destination Realty LLC
- Phone Number
- Contact
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Source
Bright MLS, Inc.
Copyright © 2026 Bright MLS, Inc.
Location
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Welcome to Reading, Pennsylvania, a historic city in the scenic Schuylkill River Valley. From downtown apartments to residential communities, Reading offers diverse housing options for renters. One-bedroom units average $1,219, while two-bedroom homes average $1,479. The city's landmarks include the distinctive Pagoda atop Mount Penn, which provides sweeping views of the area, and the GoggleWorks Center for the Arts, housed in a restored factory building.
Reading's heritage as the "Pretzel Capital of the World" remains strong today. Outdoor enthusiasts can explore more than 125 miles of trails across five major preserves, earning the city recognition from the International Mountain Bicycling Association. The Reading Public Museum offers year-round exhibits and programs, while Albright College and Alvernia University contribute to the city's educational landscape. Notable areas include the Centre Park Historic District, showcasing preserved Victorian architecture, and College Heights.
Learn more about living in Reading
Amenities
- Basement
Education
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 8 min | 0.4 mi | |
| Drive: | 6 min | 2.8 mi | |
| Drive: | 6 min | 3.1 mi | |
| Drive: | 8 min | 4.1 mi |
136 Elm St is within 8 minutes or 0.4 mile from Reading Area Community College. It is also near Alvernia University and Albright College.
Schools
Public Elementary School
Grades PK-5
615 Students
Attendance Zone
Public Elementary & Middle School
Grades K-8
574 Students
Attendance Zone
Public High School
Grades 9-12
4,899 Students
Attendance Zone
Private Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades PK-12
389 Students
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Getting Around
What do Walkability, Transit, Drivability, and Bikeability mean?
Walkability measures the walking distance to day-to-day needs.
Transit measures access to public transportation.
Drivability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads.
Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling.
How It Works
Exceptionally Walkable
Walkability
90
/ 100
Some Public Transit
Transit
40
/ 100
Moderately Drivable
Drivability
60
/ 100
Moderately Bikeable
Bikeability
60
/ 100
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What do Walkability, Transit, Drivability, and Bikeability mean?
Walkability measures the walking distance to day-to-day needs.
Transit measures access to public transportation.
Drivability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads.
Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling.
How It Works
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