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

PANA Realty LLC

Leasing office

(610) 370-2226

Property Overview

527 N 8th St. is a well-maintained building with a strong overall impression from the expert rating and notable features. It stands out for its upkeep and offers a balanced set of qualities that may appeal to renters looking for a clean, cared-for property.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings” and “Things you’ll love” 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, 527 N 8th St. is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 527 N 8th St. 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

  • Elementary school nearby

Floor plans

1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath$1,000 /mo1 unit availableSpacious first floor apartment. Tenant pays: Electric and gas cooking. Landlord pays: Water, sewer, trash and heat. Heat included in rent! We work with all government programs Poorly qualified applicants may be required to pay an additional deposit if approved. Free online 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 527 N 8th St.

Apartment Amenities

Central HeatHeating
TrashWater

Appliances

RangeRefrigerator
Stove

Building

Sewer
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One-time. Refundable.

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About 527 N 8th St.

HomeApartments in Reading 527 N 8th St.

Spacious first floor apartment. Tenant pays: Electric and gas cooking. Landlord pays: Water, sewer, trash and heat. Heat included in rent! We work with all government programs Poorly qualified applicants may be required to pay an additional deposit if approved. Free online 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, 527 N 8th St. is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 527 N 8th St. 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 527 N 8th St.
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.
527 N 8th St. 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.
527 N 8th St. goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including sewer. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 527 N 8th St. 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.
527 N 8th St. 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 527 N 8th St. 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.
527 N 8th St. 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.

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 527 N 8th St. compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.2 mile away

Considerations

Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away
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Rent trends in Reading

1-bedroom apartments at 527 N 8th St. cost about the same as the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Reading.

Median rents as of Jul 18 2026.
Reading
A table of studio rental data trends in Reading
MonthMedian Rent
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$885
June 2026$887
July 2026$900

Affordability calculator

Can I afford to live at 527 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 527 N 8th St.

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+

10th & Penn Elementary School

955 penn st

reading, PA, 19601

PK, K-4Public
D+

Lauer's Park Elementary School

251 n 2nd st

reading, PA, 19601

PK, K-4Public
C-

12th & Marion Elementary School

1200 n 12th st

reading, PA, 19604

PK, K-4Public
C-
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Getting around Reading near 527 N 8th St

Walking

8/10
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
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.

Transit

4/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 527 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

5/10
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

7/10
At least one high school within a 15-minute walk

Nightlife

4/10
Some bars within walking distance

Explore the area around 527 N 8th St

National Supermarket
810 Oley St
Save-A-Lot
810 Oley St
Salino's Importing Inc
349 N 9th St
Oley Retail
800 Oley St
Oley Retail LP
626 N 9th St

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