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138 N 8th St, Reading, PA 19601, USA
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Management

PANA Realty LLC

Leasing office

(484) 258-9933

Property Overview

The property at 138 N 8th Street has received a strong Zumper expert rating of 8.5/10, highlighting its excellent balance of price and value with a competitive price rating of 10.0/10. Notable features include heat included, a high amenity rating of 9.0/10, and a prime location rating of 9.0/10, offering convenience to amenities and public transit, while also ranking in the 75th percentile for value for money, with commendable environmental sustainability efforts.

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

8.5
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, 138 N 8th Street is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 138 N 8th Street 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

  • Less expensive

Great for

  • Eco living

Floor plans

1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath$1,000 /mo1 unit availableCozy one bedroom apartment with heat included. New floors and paint throughout. Tenant Pays: Electric. Looking for responsible long term tenant. Free rent payment options. To fill out an application visit www panarentals com and click on the “Residential Rentals” tab.

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Amenities for 138 N 8th Street

Apartment Amenities

Central HeatHeating
Hot WaterTrash

Appliances

RangeRefrigerator
Stove

Building

Sewer
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

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One-time.

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Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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HomeApartments in Reading 138 N 8th Street

Cozy one bedroom apartment with heat included. New floors and paint throughout. Tenant Pays: Electric. Looking for responsible long term tenant. Free rent payment options. To fill out an application visit www panarentals com and click on the “Residential Rentals” tab.


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.
8.5
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, 138 N 8th Street is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 138 N 8th Street 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 138 N 8th Street
Price·10A 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.
138 N 8th Street offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
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.
138 N 8th Street goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including hot water. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 138 N 8th Street 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.
138 N 8th Street 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 138 N 8th Street 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.
138 N 8th Street 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.

138 N 8th Street is great for:

Eco living

  • You can get around by foot in this area
  • Public transit available nearby
  • On-site recycling or composting options
  • 13 parks within a mile

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 138 N 8th Street compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby

Considerations

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Rent trends in Reading

1-bedroom apartments at 138 N 8th Street cost about 1% more than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Reading.

Median rents as of Mar 28 2026.
Reading
A table of studio rental data trends in Reading
MonthMedian Rent
April 2024$771
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$942
February 2026$945
March 2026$981

Affordability calculator

Can I afford to live at 138 N 8th St?

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 138 N 8th Street

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+

Lauer's Park Elementary School

251 n 2nd st

reading, PA, 19601

PK, K-4Public
C-

Amanda E. Stout Elementary School

321 s 10th st

reading, PA, 19602

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 138 N 8th St

Walking

9/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.

Driving

5/10
This area is accessible to thoroughfares and has ample parking options.

Cycling

6/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

6/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.

Points of interest for 138 N 8th St, Reading

Groceries

9/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk

Shopping

5/10
Several shops within walking distance

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

6/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk

Primary schools

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

High schools

8/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk

Nightlife

5/10
Some bars within a few minutes’ walk

Explore the area around 138 N 8th St

R J Supermarket
859 Penn St
D & R Deli Groceries
201 N 9th St
Joyful Market
954 Penn St
Karen Food Market
200 N 10th St
New Heightz LLC
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