
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Pittsburg, CA from $700 (17 Rentals)
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1901 Railroad Ave

2300 Loveridge Rd
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Mira Vista Hills

29 Washington St

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Parkview Village

1211 A St
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Pittsburg, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Pittsburg?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cheap Pittsburg Studio Apartments | $1,497 | $795 | $2,195 |
Cheap Pittsburg 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,097 | $1,350 | $6,431 |
Cheap Pittsburg 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,439 | $1,603 | $6,044 |
Cheap Pittsburg 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,684 | $2,200 | $3,099 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Pittsburg, CA
Pricing Updated: 05/18/2025Current apartment rentals in the Pittsburg, CA area range in price from $795 to $6,360 with an overall median price of $3,237. The three Pittsburg neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Lawlor Estates at $795, Valencia @ San Marco at $1,395, and Rose Glen at $795. Here is today’s list of the top 7 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Pittsburg Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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Lawlor Estates | $2,035 | $795 | 18 |
Valencia @ San Marco | $2,825 | $1,395 | 48 |
Rose Glen | $2,962 | $795 | 58 |
Bay Point | $3,710 | $795 | 100 |
Highland Meadows | $3,710 | $1,395 | 33 |
Highlands Ranch | $3,710 | $1,350 | 135 |
Stanford Place II | $3,710 | $1,395 | 30 |
Cheapest Available Pittsburg Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Pittsburg, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Mira Vista Hills in the Highlands Ranch neighborhood priced from $1,350. Oakwood Village in the Renaissance at Bluerock neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,395. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Pittsburg apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Mira Vista Hills | 11A80-1 Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1,350 |
Oakwood Village | Downstairs | 1BR,1BA | $1,395 |
The Atchison | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,411 |
Capri Apartments Near Antioch Marina | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,550 |
Marina Heights | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,623 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Pittsburg, CA
As of May 18, 2025 the best value apartment in the Pittsburg area is the $2.00 price per square foot 2 Bed / 2 Bath Model at Crestview Apartments in the in the Highlands Ranch neighborhood starting from $2,300. The second greatest value Pittsburg apartment is the B2 Model at Baywoods starting at $2,000 with a $2.19 price per square foot in the Highlands Ranch neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Pittsburg apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Crestview Apartments | 2 Bed / 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.00 |
Baywoods | B2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.19 |
Belmont Apartment Homes | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.34 |
616 O Street | o-2x1db | 2BR,1BA | $2.31 |
3417 Fairview Dr | 2 bedroom x 1 bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.37 |
Delta View Apartments | 2BR/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.47 |
439 E 9th St, Unit A | 439 E 9th St | 1BR,1BA | $2.57 |
Oakwood Village | Downstairs | 1BR,1BA | $2.05 |
Capri Apartments Near Antioch Marina | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.38 |
The Atchison | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.26 |
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Pittsburg Overview
Set on the soothing southern shore of Suisun Bay, the 72,000 residents of Pittsburg, California enjoy the best of the bay every day. Located just a short ride on BART from the hustle and bustle of Oakland and the glitz and glamour of San Francisco, apartments in Pittsburg are the perfect place to live. Highly educated, and highly motivated, residents of this little hamlet spend their days working hard and their nights taking in the fantastic views from the city's many restaurants and public parks.
Why live in Pittsburg, CA?
Pittsburg's fabulous location and pleasant weather make it an ideal place to live. It is a short drive to some of the most beautiful scenery and public parks in the country. Located between San Francisco and Sacramento, there are plenty of places within minutes of the city to discover and explore.
Best Local Schools in Pittsburg, CA
Rancho Medanos Junior High
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Getting Around Pittsburg, CA
Walk Score®
62 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
50 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
1 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
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- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Pittsburg Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Pittsburg?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Pittsburg is under $1,799.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Pittsburg?
The cheapest apartment in Pittsburg is Mira Vista Hills which is listed at $1,350, while the average apartment in Pittsburg costs $3,237.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Pittsburg?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 103 regular apartments in Pittsburg that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Pittsburg?
Cheap apartments in Pittsburg have an average cost of $489 which is $2,748 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Pittsburg.
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