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138 N 8th St, Reading, PA 19601, USA
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Property Overview
138 N 8th Street earns a strong overall rating, with standout marks for price, amenities, and location, along with solid trustworthiness. It also offers heat included and is noted for sustainability features, walkability, nearby public transit, and access to 11 parks within a mile.
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.
Things you’ll love
Less expensive- Central heat
- Eco-friendly trash disposal
Great for
Eco living
Floor plans
| 1BR/1.0BA | 1 bed | 1 bath | $1,000 /mo | 1 unit available | 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. | ||
| 2BR/1.0BA | 2 bed | 1 bath | $1,200 /mo | 1 unit available | Very nice- 2 bedroom. Near City Hall. Tenant Pays: Electric. Heat is included!! 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 Heat | Heating |
| Hot Water | Trash |
Appliances
| Range | Refrigerator |
| Stove |
Building
| Sewer |
Services
| Trash and Recycling |
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.
Policies and fees
Applicants
Applicants
One-time.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 2 |
|---|
About 138 N 8th Street
Very nice- 2 bedroom. Near City Hall. Tenant Pays: Electric. Heat is included!! 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.
8.6
/10
Very GoodWith a solid 8.6 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.
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·8A 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.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.
138 N 8th Street is great for:
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
- Central heat
- Climate controlled environment
- Eco-friendly trash disposal
- This property has recycling pickup
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this property
Considerations
- Greater distance from high schools
- The nearest high school is farther than 0.4 miles away
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Rent trends in Reading
1-bedroom apartments here are priced 4% lower than 1-bedrooms in Reading.
If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at 138 N 8th Street to be on par with the average for similarly sized apartments in Reading.
Median rents as of Oct 24 2026.
Reading
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2024 | $843 |
| 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 |
| April 2026 | $928 |
| May 2026 | $885 |
| June 2026 | $887 |
| July 2026 | $900 |
| August 2026 | $905 |
| September 2026 | $912 |
| October 2026 | $890 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 138 N 8th St?
Bedrooms
Rent-to-income ratio
30%
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The general rule of thumb is to spend around 30% or less of your income on rent.
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.
For more information on rent affordability, visit our rent calculator.
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+
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
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