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601 Penn St, Reading, PA 19601, USA
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Property Overview
Reading Tower offers a solid overall experience with a strong Zumper Expert Rating, reflecting good value and quality for the area. Residents can appreciate its notable features and practical conveniences, along with pros such as appealing amenities and a generally comfortable living environment.
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
High school nearby- More space
- Dishwasher
Great for
Work-from-home
Social life
Pet owners
Floor plans
| -09 | Studio | 1 bath | 320 sqft | $1,050 /mo | 1 unit available | - PARKING INCLUDED! - Oversized windows with rich natural light - Beautiful Scenic Views - High ceilings - Integrated lighting throughout - Internet available in every room | |
| -18 | 1 bed | 1 bath | 349 sqft | $1,200 /mo | 1 unit available | - PARKING INCLUDED! - Oversized windows with rich natural light - Beautiful Scenic Views - High ceilings - Integrated lighting throughout - Internet available in every room | |
| -04 | 2 bed | 1 bath | 542 sqft | $1,350 /mo | 1 unit available | - PARKING INCLUDED! - Oversized windows with rich natural light - Beautiful Scenic Views - High ceilings - Integrated lighting throughout - Internet available in every room | |
| -17 | 2 bed | 1 bath | 529 sqft | $1,400 /mo | 1 unit available | - PARKING INCLUDED! - Oversized windows with rich natural light - Beautiful Scenic Views - High ceilings - Integrated lighting throughout - Internet available in every room |
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Amenities for Reading Tower
Building
| Cats OK | Dogs OK |
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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Dog Policy
Allowed
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Cat Policy
Allowed
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 160 |
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About Reading Tower
Reading Tower is a newly renovated high-rise apartment community offering modern city living in the heart of Downtown Reading. Featuring brand-new finishes, bright open layouts, and thoughtfully designed spaces, these contemporary apartments provide both comfort and convenience. The building offers a mix of studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom homes, ideal for residents seeking fresh, modern living in a growing urban neighborhood. Located steps from Penn Street cafés, local shops, and the BARTA Transportation Center, with entertainment venues like the Santander Performing Arts Center close by, Reading Tower delivers an unbeatable location in the center of Reading.
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 GoodWith a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, Reading Tower is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Reading Tower 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·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.
Reading Tower 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.
Reading Tower goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including pets allowed. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, Reading Tower 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.
Reading Tower 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 Reading Tower 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.
Reading Tower 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 Reading Tower compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 0.2 mile away
- More space
- The 1-bedroom is 542 sqft larger than other listings nearby
- Dishwasher
- Dishwasher available in kitchen
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
- Package service
- More secure storage for delivery
- Pet friendly
- This property allows pets
Considerations
- Greater distance from grade schools
- The nearest elementary school is farther than 0.3 mile away
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Rent trends in Reading
Studio apartments at Reading Tower cost about 20% more than the average rent price for studios in Reading.
1-bedroom apartments here are priced 26% higher than 1-bedrooms in Reading.
If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at Reading Tower to be 9% more than the average for similarly sized apartments in Reading.
Median rents as of May 16 2026.
Reading
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| April 2026 | $928 |
| May 2026 | $887 |
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Can I afford to live at 601 Penn St?
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Rent-to-income ratio
30%
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$42,000/yr
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Schools near Reading Tower
10th & Penn Elementary School
955 penn st
reading, PA, 19601
PK, K-4Public
D+
Tyson-Schoener Elementary School
315 s 5th st
reading, PA, 19602
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+
10th & Green Elementary School
400 n 10th st
reading, PA, 19604
PK, K-4Public
D+
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Getting around Reading near 601 Penn St
Walking
10/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.
Driving
7/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.
Cycling
6/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.
Transit
6/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.
Points of interest for 601 Penn St, Reading
Groceries
9/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk
Shopping
6/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk
Cafes
6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
7/10
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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R J Supermarket
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New Heightz LLC
209 N 6th St
Santa Barbara Supermarket
100 S 9th St
One Stop Deli & Grocery
200 N 5th St
Dariel Deli & Grocery
153 N 4th St
Re-Style Boutique
645 Penn St
Lee Boutique
522 Penn St
DTLR
510 Penn St
Rainbow
504 Penn St
Model Madness Boutique
117 N 5th St
American Coffee House
601 Penn St
Dunkin'
645 Penn St
Donut Lovers Boom LLC
35 N 6th St
Starbucks
401 Penn St
Callowhill Cafe
134 N 5th St
Knight's Pub
700 Penn St
Cheers American Bistro
701 Penn St
Marias Restaurant
404 Penn St
Forest Inn
904 Penn St
Speckled Hen Cottage Pub
30 S 4th St
Mofongo Restaurant
124 S 5th St
Josefina's Miscellaneous & Bakery
911 Penn St
Miguelitos Cupcakes LLC
320 Penn St
Tropical Bakery
854 Bingaman St
Italian Bakery Shop
36 S 3rd St
Great American Creamery
645 Penn St
Salsa Burrito
645 Penn St
Dunkin'
645 Penn St
Subway
549 Penn St
DMA Pizza
555 Penn St
6th St. & Cherry St. Mid Block Wb
Temple Via 5th Street, Brookline, Mohnton Via Shillington, Wernersville Via Sinking Spring, Berkshire Mall, Broadcasting Square, Riverside, Grill Via Kenhorst
6th St. & Penn St. Farside Nb
Riverside
Cherry St. & 6th St. Nearside Wb
Lincoln Park Via Reading Hospital, Glenside-Airport-Berks Heim, Schuylkill Avenue, Route 61-Hamburg
Penn St. & 6th St. Nearside Eb
Wernersville Via Sinking Spring, Berkshire Mall
Court And Reed St. Farside Eb
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