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Highlights

  • Granite countertops
  • Attention to detail
  • Lvp flooring
  • Luxurious
  • Living spaces
  • Comfortable

Location

1129 Chestnut St, Reading, PA 19602, USA|Southeast Community
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Management

Simple Property Management Group LLC

Leasing office

(610) 226-1111

Property Overview

1129 Chestnut Street earns a strong overall rating with excellent marks for price, amenities, and location, suggesting solid value and everyday convenience. Granite countertops, LVP flooring, and thoughtfully designed living spaces add a comfortable, refined feel, while the nearby top-rated middle school is a notable plus.

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, 1129 Chestnut Street is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 1129 Chestnut 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

  • Middle school nearby

Great for

  • Eco living

Floor plans

2BR/1.0BA2 bed1 bath$1,075 /mo1 unit availableDiscover this two-bedroom, one-bath apartment in Reading, PA. The unit features LVP flooring throughout and has been fully painted for a fresh, move-in ready feel. Good-size rooms provide flexible space for living and dining arrangements, while the straightforward layout makes efficient use of the square footage. Ideal for those seeking a well-maintained, neutral interior in a convenient location.

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Amenities for 1129 Chestnut Street

Apartment Amenities

LVP FlooringTrash
Water

Appliances

RangeRefrigerator

Building

Sewer
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Policies and fees

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Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Not allowed

Cat Policy

Not allowed

No pets allowed.

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About 1129 Chestnut Street

HomeApartments in ReadingSoutheast Community 1129 Chestnut Street

Discover this two-bedroom, one-bath apartment in Reading, PA. The unit features LVP flooring throughout and has been fully painted for a fresh, move-in ready feel. Good-size rooms provide flexible space for living and dining arrangements, while the straightforward layout makes efficient use of the square footage. Ideal for those seeking a well-maintained, neutral interior in a convenient location.


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, 1129 Chestnut Street is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 1129 Chestnut 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 1129 Chestnut Street
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.
1129 Chestnut Street 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.
1129 Chestnut Street 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, 1129 Chestnut 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.
1129 Chestnut 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 1129 Chestnut 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.
1129 Chestnut 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.

1129 Chestnut Street is great for:

Eco living

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

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 1129 Chestnut Street compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.2 mile away

Considerations

Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away
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Rent trends in Southeast Community

2-bedroom apartments at 1129 Chestnut Street cost about 14% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Southeast Community.

Median rents as of Sep 12 2026.
Southeast Community
Reading
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Reading
MonthMedian Rent
September 2024$950
October 2024$950
November 2024$961
December 2024$961
January 2025$995
February 2025$995
March 2025$956
April 2025$922
May 2025$932
June 2025$940
July 2025$951
August 2025$962
September 2025$952
October 2025$950
November 2025$954
December 2025$956
January 2026$994
February 2026$997
March 2026$997
April 2026$990
May 2026$968
June 2026$992
July 2026$1,000
August 2026$995
September 2026$987
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Southeast Community
MonthMedian Rent
July 2025$995
August 2025$1,000
April 2026$920
May 2026$927
July 2026$950

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$43,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $43,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,075.
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Schools near 1129 Chestnut Street

Amanda E. Stout Elementary School

321 s 10th st

reading, PA, 19602

PK, K-4Public
D+

10th & Penn Elementary School

955 penn st

reading, PA, 19601

PK, K-4Public
D+

16th & Haak Elementary School

1601 haak st

reading, PA, 19602

PK, K-4Public
D+

Tyson-Schoener Elementary School

315 s 5th 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 1129 Chestnut St

Walking

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

Driving

4/10
Roads are accessible, but parking may be a challenge.

Cycling

6/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.

Transit

4/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.

Points of interest for 1129 Chestnut St, Reading

Groceries

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

Shopping

4/10
Some 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

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

Nightlife

5/10
Some bars within a few minutes’ walk

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