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Property Overview

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Things you’ll love

  • Fireplace
  • Images available
  • Outdoor space

Great for

  • Pet owners

Amenities for 1029 Penn St #2ndFLFRONT, Penn's Common

Apartment Amenities

BaseboardFreezer
Hardwood FloorHigh Ceilings
TileVaulted Ceiling
Water

Appliances

Range/OvenRefrigerator

Building

Cats OKControlled Building
Sewage

Services

Garbage

Neighborhood

Near Parks
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Policies and fees

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Not allowed

Cat Policy

Allowed

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About 1029 Penn St #2ndFLFRONT

HomeApartments in ReadingPenn's Common 1029 Penn St #2ndFLFRONT, Reading, PA 19601, USA

Property Id: 245198 Beautiful 2nd floor 1BR on the 1000 block of Penn, half a block from City Park and convenient to Alvernia College, RACC, and Albright College. Spacious open living room/dining room with floor to ceiling windows gives a bright, open feel. Hard wood floors. Newly remodeled kitchen. Nice spacious bath with shower. Small bedroom. Includes water, sewer, and trash. Secure building.


Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How 1029 Penn St, Reading, PA 19601, USA compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Fireplace
Upgraded in-unit features available
Images available
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Outdoor space
One or more rentals here have easy access to the outdoors

Address details

NeighborhoodPenn's Common
Zip code19601
TypeApartment for rent

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Rent trends in Penn's Common

1-bedroom apartments at 1029 Penn St #2ndFLFRONT cost about 5% more than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Reading.

Median rents as of Aug 29 2026.
Penn's Common
Reading
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Reading
MonthMedian Rent
September 2024$950
October 2024$950
November 2024$961
December 2024$961
January 2025$995
February 2025$995
March 2025$956
April 2025$922
May 2025$932
June 2025$940
July 2025$951
August 2025$962
September 2025$952
October 2025$950
November 2025$954
December 2025$956
January 2026$994
February 2026$997
March 2026$997
April 2026$990
May 2026$968
June 2026$992
July 2026$1,000
August 2026$995
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Penn's Common
MonthMedian Rent
September 2024$950
October 2024$959
November 2024$1,011
December 2024$1,025
March 2025$875
April 2025$895
May 2025$900
August 2025$945
September 2025$980
October 2025$885
November 2025$913
December 2025$940
January 2026$934
February 2026$961
March 2026$995
August 2026$925

Affordability calculator

Can I afford to live at 1029 Penn St #2ndFLFRONT?

Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$39,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $39,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $975.
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Rent history

The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.
Check out the past listing prices for monthly rent at 1029 Penn St, Reading, PA.
1 year ago$1,1952 bed2 bath
1 year ago$9001 bed1 bath
2 years ago$8751 bed1 bath
2 years ago$7651 bed1 bath
3 years ago$8501 bed1 bath
3 years ago$9751 bed1 bath
3 years ago$8001 bed1 bath

Schools near 1029 Penn St #2ndFLFRONT

10th & Penn Elementary School

955 penn st

reading, PA, 19601

PK, K-4Public
D+

Amanda E. Stout Elementary School

321 s 10th st

reading, PA, 19602

PK, K-4Public
D+

10th & Green Elementary School

400 n 10th st

reading, PA, 19604

PK, K-4Public
D+

13th & Green Elementary School

501 n 13th st

reading, PA, 19604

PK, K-4Public
D+

Tyson-Schoener Elementary School

315 s 5th st

reading, PA, 19602

PK, K-4Public
D+
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Getting around Reading near 1029 Penn St #2ndFLFRONT

Walking

10/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.

Driving

6/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Cycling

6/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.

Transit

5/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.

Points of interest for 1029 Penn St #2ndFLFRONT, Reading

Groceries

9/10
At least one grocery store within a few minutes' walk

Shopping

5/10
Variety of shops within walking distance

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

7/10
Variety of restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

10/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk

High schools

9/10
At least one high school within a 5-minute walk

Nightlife

5/10
Some bars within walking distance

Explore the area around 1029 Penn St #2ndFLFRONT

Joyful Market
954 Penn St
Santurce Deli Grocery
952 Penn St
Diaz Grocery & Restaurant
924 Franklin St
R J Supermarket
859 Penn St
Santa Barbara Supermarket
100 S 9th St

Other units at this address

1029 Penn St Reading, PA

Occupied

1F

1 Bed

1 Bath

$765

Listed by Reading apartments
Days on market: 940
Property Id: 1398073 Attractive 1st floor studio apartment half a block from City Park in historic district. Lots of natural light with large windows and an ornamental fireplace. Brand new energy-saving heaters will save you money. Includes water, sewer, trash, and recycling. Call 610-987-9505.

Occupied

3rdFLFRONT

1 Bed

1 Bath

$800

Listed by Reading apartments
Days on market: 1139
Property Id: 626444 Quiet location by park and band shell. I am not sure whether to call this a 1 BR or a studio/efficiency. The apartment has a BR, LR, small kitchen, and bath. The kitchen and LR are an open design with a separate BR and bath. Just remodeled with brand new stove, shower, and energy-efficient, hydronic baseboard heating. Bright with lots of floor to ceiling windows. Cat friendly. Must be neutered. Includes water, sewer, trash, and recycling. Very attractive apartment: It's a must see! Please fill out turbo Tenant pre-screener and include your phone number. Text 610-698-7948 to schedule a viewing.

Occupied

2ndFLREAR

1 Bed

1 Bath

$875

Listed by Reading apartments
Days on market: 894
Property Id: 1356898 Extra Large, spacious, very clean 2nd floor 1 bedroom apartment in a secure building. Lots of closets. Lots of windows and natural lighting. Brand new energy-efficient heaters. Located half a block from City Park. Convenient to Albright College, Alvernia University, and Reading Area Community College. Parking is available for a discounted rate through RPA. Includes water, sewer, trash, and recycling. Call 610-987-9505.

Occupied

2ndF

1 Bed

1 Bath

$900

Listed by Reading apartments
Days on market: 686
Property Id: 1605717 Just remodeled with a brand-new kitchen. New appliances. This apartment is full of charm with hardwood floors and natural lighting from floor to ceiling windows. Conveniently located; It is half a block from the park and half a block from downtown shopping. This is one you have to see! Call 610-987-9505 to schedule a showing. We conduct background checks. Includes water, sewer, trash, and recycling.

Occupied

3rdFLREAR

1 Bed

1 Bath

$975

Listed by Reading apartments
Days on market: 1244
Property Id: 1153479 Just remodeled... 1 Bedroom apartment with great views on both sides, one side features the pagoda and mountainside and the other side features a skyscape of downtown buildings. Large rooms. Private bedroom with hardwood floor. Lots of windows, lots of natural light. Great location by City Park. You'll want to see this one! We run a criminal history record and an eviction history. Please fill out the pre-screener at turbotenant com Text 610-698-7948 to schedule a viewing.

Occupied

1R

2 Beds

2 Baths

$1,195

Listed by Reading apartments
Days on market: 498
Property Id: 1770760 If you appreciate exquisite architecture and privacy, then this is the home for you! Enter the spacious first floor 2-BR, 2 Bath apartment through French doors. The sitting room features original stained-glass windows, built-in cabinetry, and a fireplace with original parquet hardwood flooring and beamed ceiling. The next room is equally impressive and can be used as a second walk-through bedroom or as a formal dining room. It also features built-in cabinetry, a second fantastic ornamental fireplace with marble inlets, and original hardwood flooring. Next enter a hallway area that leads to first bathroom and kitchen area. Both full baths and kitchen have been remodeled. The kitchen features new cabinets and brand-new appliances. Step up into a private bedroom that has its own bathroom. Enjoy the outdoors on your private patio in the shaded yard or take a half block walk to the park. Background checks are required. Text 610-698-7948 or call 610-987-9505.

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