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726 Washington Street, Reading, Pennsylvania 19601, United States
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Management

S & S Properties Investment of Pottstown/Reading

Leasing office

(610) 718-8350

Property Overview

Berkshire Towers exhibits a strong Zumper expert rating of 8.3, reflecting its appeal to renters. With top marks of 9 for price, amenities, and location, it offers exceptional value and convenience. Additionally, the property demonstrates transparency in its management practices, supported by a trustworthiness rating of 7, while being pet-friendly with a veterinary clinic nearby, enhancing its attractiveness to potential residents.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.3
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, Berkshire Towers is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Berkshire Towers has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • High school nearby
  • Dishwasher
  • Pet friendly

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath$1,000 /mo2 units available

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Amenities for Berkshire Towers

Appliances

DishwasherElectric Range
Range

Building

Cats OK
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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
Limit1

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About Berkshire Towers

HomeApartments in Reading Berkshire Towers

Berkshire Towers cost $1,000 per month. Located at 726 Washington Street, Reading, Pennsylvania 19601, United States, Berkshire Towers has 1 bedroom units available. Based on the average rent price of 1 bedroom in Reading, renting an apartment at Berkshire Towers is 1% more expensive per month.Other apartment buildings in or around Reading include but are not limited to: 617 N 9th St, 110 N 10th St


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.3
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, Berkshire Towers is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Berkshire Towers has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated Berkshire Towers
Price·9A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
Berkshire Towers stands out with a remarkable rating of 9/10 for its cost per bedroom compared to other rentals in the area. Considering the excellent balance between price, convenience, and comfort that it provides, residents enjoy a high-quality living experience.
Amenities·9A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
Berkshire Towers goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including cats allowed. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, Berkshire Towers receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Berkshire Towers is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While Berkshire Towers does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·7A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
Berkshire Towers provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.

Berkshire Towers is great for:

Pet owners

  • 1 pet hospital in the area

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 Berkshire Towers compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

High school nearby
There is a high school 0.4 mile away
Dishwasher
Dishwasher available in kitchen
Pet friendly
This property allows pets

Considerations

Lacks images
Fewer than 10 photos available for this location

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Rent trends in Reading

1-bedroom apartments at Berkshire Towers cost about 1% more than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Reading.

Median rents as of Jan 10 2026.
Reading
A table of studio rental data trends in Reading
MonthMedian Rent
February 2024$800
March 2024$830
April 2024$790
May 2024$775
June 2024$832
July 2024$765
August 2024$760
September 2024$797
October 2024$843
November 2024$855
December 2024$843
January 2025$842
February 2025$715
March 2025$802
April 2025$831
May 2025$795
June 2025$778
July 2025$765
August 2025$895
September 2025$856
October 2025$857
November 2025$829
December 2025$813
January 2026$935

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$40,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $40,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,000.
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Schools near Berkshire Towers

10th & Penn Elementary School

955 penn st

reading, PA, 19601

PK, K-4Public
D+

10th & Green Elementary School

400 n 10th st

reading, PA, 19604

PK, K-4Public
D+

Tyson-Schoener Elementary School

315 s 5th st

reading, PA, 19602

PK, K-4Public
D+

Amanda E. Stout Elementary School

321 s 10th st

reading, PA, 19602

PK, K-4Public
D+

Lauer's Park Elementary School

251 n 2nd st

reading, PA, 19601

PK, K-4Public
C-
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Getting around Reading near 726 Washington Street

Walking

4/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

10/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

4/10
This is semi-bikeable, but you’ll need another way of getting around.

Transit

0/10
FYI, there are little to no public transit options within walking distance.

Points of interest for 726 Washington Street, Reading

Groceries

6/10
At least one supermarket within a 20-minute walk

Shopping

2/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

4/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

3/10
At least one elementary school within a 30-minute walk

High schools

0/10
Closest high school further than a 30-minute walk

Nightlife

1/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

Explore the area around 726 Washington Street

R J Supermarket
859 Penn St
Joyful Market
954 Penn St
Santa Barbara Supermarket
100 S 9th St
D & R Deli Groceries
201 N 9th St
Santurce Deli Grocery
952 Penn St

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