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Highlights
- Tenant pays: electric, gas heat and hot water
- 2 bedroom apartment
Location
238 S 6th St, Reading, PA 19602, USA|Fourth Ward
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Property Overview
238 S 6th Street is highly rated for its overall quality, earning an 8.6 from Zumper, with a perfect price rating of 10, reflecting excellent value. With amenities and location ratings of 9, the property offers a premier living experience near transportation, schools, and parks. Additionally, it features sustainable options like on-site recycling, emphasizing its commitment to environmental awareness, while maintaining transparency and trustworthiness in its presentation.
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- Elementary school nearby
Great for
Eco living
Floor plans
| 2BR/1.0BA | 2 bed | 1 bath | $1,050–$1,100 /mo | 2 units available | Newlyupdated 1st floor 2 bedroom apartment New bathroom, newly painted. Large front porch. Tenant pays: Electric, gas heat and hot water. Landlord pays: Water, sewer and trash/recycling. Poorly qualified applicants may be required to pay an additional deposit if approved. Free online rent payments when using your bank account if using a credit card fees will be applied. To fill out an application visit www panarentals com and click on the “Residential Rentals” tab. |
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Amenities for 238 S 6th Street
Apartment Amenities
| Water |
Appliances
| Gas Range | Range |
| Refrigerator |
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
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 5 |
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About 238 S 6th Street
Newlyupdated 1st floor 2 bedroom apartment New bathroom, newly painted. Large front porch. Tenant pays: Electric, gas heat and hot water. Landlord pays: Water, sewer and trash/recycling. Poorly qualified applicants may be required to pay an additional deposit if approved. Free online rent payments when using your bank account if using a credit card fees will be applied. 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, 238 S 6th Street is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 238 S 6th 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.
238 S 6th 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.
238 S 6th 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, 238 S 6th 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.
238 S 6th 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 238 S 6th 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.
238 S 6th 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 238 S 6th Street compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Less expensive
- The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 0.1 mile away
Considerations
- Lacks images
- Fewer than 10 photos available for this location
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Rent trends in Fourth Ward
2-bedroom apartments at 238 S 6th Street cost about 12% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Fourth Ward.
Median rents as of Aug 30 2025.
Fourth Ward
Reading
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| September 2023 | $896 |
| October 2023 | $865 |
| November 2023 | $880 |
| December 2023 | $890 |
| January 2024 | $866 |
| February 2024 | $895 |
| March 2024 | $915 |
| April 2024 | $900 |
| May 2024 | $986 |
| June 2024 | $962 |
| July 2024 | $947 |
| August 2024 | $994 |
| 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 | $964 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| October 2023 | $975 |
| November 2023 | $975 |
| February 2024 | $975 |
| March 2024 | $900 |
| March 2025 | $1,000 |
| April 2025 | $997 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 238 S 6th St?
Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-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
$42,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $42,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,050.
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Schools near 238 S 6th Street
Tyson-Schoener Elementary School
315 s 5th st
reading, PA, 19602
PK, K-4Public
D+
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+
Lauer's Park Elementary School
251 n 2nd st
reading, PA, 19601
PK, K-4Public
C-
10th & Green Elementary School
400 n 10th st
reading, PA, 19604
PK, K-4Public
D+
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Getting around Reading near 238 S 6th St
Walking
10/10
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
5/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.
Points of interest for 238 S 6th St, Reading
Groceries
9/10
At least one supermarket within a 5-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
10/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk
High schools
9/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk
Nightlife
4/10
Some bars within a few minutes’ walk
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