
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Pittsburgh, PA from $300 (687 Rentals)
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Hillside Meadows-The Perfect Place to Call Home

Teece Apartments

Hoodridge Manor Apartments

3154 Avalon St

746 Broughton St

746 Broughton St, Unit 2C

3154 Avalon St, Unit 7

3628 Frazier St, Unit 3628 Frazier St

3310 Brownsville Rd

11670 Frankstown Rd

129 Newburn Ave

Pike Place Apartments

The Alden

Cloverleaf Towers

4201 Windsor St

The Wendover Community

Greenview Apartments

Alta Vista Apartments

231 W Burgess St

3225 Joe Hammer Square, Unit 1

1409 Summit St, Unit #403

5230 Willock Rd E, Unit B

855 Crucible St, Unit 1

3185 Glendale Ave

Velma Court

3224 Bookman Ave, Unit 2nd floor

The Schenley Arms

134 Pius St

122 Dinsmore Ave

3805-3809-3809 Baytree St

13 W Bellecrest Ave

67 Beltzhoover Ave

346 Ophelia St

Kenyon Court Apartments

129 N Homewood Ave

Brentwood Towne Apartments

5715 E Liberty Blvd

6814 Grand Ave

2040 Brownsville Rd, Unit 2042

2217 Arlington Ave

2221 Hawthorne Ave

343 Centre Ave

855 Crucible St

Seville Square Apartments
Pittsburgh, PA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Pittsburgh?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cheap Pittsburgh Studio Apartments | $1,504 | $560 | $4,500 |
Cheap Pittsburgh 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,737 | $500 | $7,014 |
Cheap Pittsburgh 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,157 | $630 | $8,352 |
Cheap Pittsburgh 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,273 | $590 | $7,837 |
Cheap Pittsburgh 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,770 | $1,295 | $9,250 |
Pittsburgh 5 Bedroom Apartments | $2,187 | $600 | $3,000 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Pittsburgh, PA
Pricing Updated: 03/27/2025Current apartment rentals in the Pittsburgh, PA area range in price from $330 to $80,000 with an overall median price of $5,137. The three Pittsburgh neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Glen Hazel at $800, Liberty Port Vue at $695, and McKeesport White Oak at $695. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Pittsburgh Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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Glen Hazel | $800 | $800 | 18 |
Liberty Port Vue | $1,200 | $695 | 177 |
McKeesport White Oak | $1,200 | $695 | 266 |
Lincoln Lemington Belmar | $1,300 | $1,250 | 45 |
Brentwood Baldwin | $1,450 | $895 | 91 |
Mt Oliver Boro | $1,550 | $1,000 | 196 |
Crafton | $1,600 | $1,195 | 114 |
Fairywood | $1,600 | $799 | 805 |
Brentwood | $1,647 | $1,000 | 70 |
Economy | $1,650 | $750 | 138 |
Cheapest Available Pittsburgh Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Pittsburgh, PA is a 1 Bed unit found at Crawford Square Apartments in the Central Business District neighborhood priced from $240. Hilltop/Parkview Apartments in the East Allegheny neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $556. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Pittsburgh apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Crawford Square Apartments | 1 Bedroom Tax Credit*** | 1BR,1BA | $240 |
Hilltop/Parkview Apartments | Parkview | 1BR,1BA | $556 |
Teece Apartments | Medium effeciency Unit | Studio,1BA | $560 |
Hillside Meadows-The Perfect Place to Call Home | Studio apartment | 1BR,1BA | $560 |
3310 Brownsville Rd | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $600 |
11670 Frankstown Rd | Studio / Efficiency | Studio,1BA | $645 |
Pike Place Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $675 |
Della Plaza | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $710 |
WestWood Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
Penn Towers | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $749 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Pittsburgh, PA
As of March 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the Pittsburgh area is the $0.25 price per square foot 855 Crucible St Model at 855 Crucible St, Unit 1 in the in the Allegheny West neighborhood starting from $750. The second greatest value Pittsburgh apartment is the 1536 Penn Ave Model at 1536 Penn Ave starting at $2,250 with a $0.85 price per square foot in the East Hills neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Pittsburgh apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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855 Crucible St, Unit 1 | 855 Crucible St | 1BR,1BA | $0.25 |
1536 Penn Ave | 1536 Penn Ave | 5BR,4BA | $0.85 |
860 railroad st, Unit 4 | 860 railroad st | 5BR,1BA | $0.54 |
331 Clarence Street, Unit 331 Clarence | 331 Clarence Street | 4BR,2BA | $0.73 |
1733-1735 Helen Dr, Unit 1735 | 1733-1735 Helen Dr | 3BR,1.5BA | $0.78 |
114 Orris St | 114 Orris St | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.57 |
531 Collins St | 3 Beds, 2 baths | 3BR,2BA | $0.90 |
112-114 Pauline Pl, Unit 112 | 112-114 Pauline Pl | 2BR,2BA | $0.85 |
227 Maytide St, Unit 2nd Floor | 227 Maytide St | 1BR,1BA | $0.87 |
5230 Willock Rd E, Unit B | 5230 Willock Rd E | 1BR,1BA | $0.87 |
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Pittsburgh Overview
"Pittsburgh aka ""The Steel City"" is the second largest city in Pennsylvania and among the top 20 metro areas by population in the United States. As of 2016, it has been over 200 years since the city was incorporated. The city is rich with history and offers locals a variety of enjoyment all year long, which makes finding your new home among the many available Pittsburgh apartments for rent - a must! "
Why live in Pittsburgh, PA?
Pittsburgh has been voted multiple times by publications such as The Economist, Forbes and Places Rated Almanac as the “Most Livable City” in the United States. The combination of affordable rent for apartments in Pittsburgh and good jobs paired with a vibrant nightlife and plenty of cultural events make it a trendy city to live in, especially for young people.
Pittsburgh, PAPopulation: 301,048
Ranked #66
in US Census Population by City
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Getting Around Pittsburgh, PA
Walk Score®
68 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
53 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
36 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Pittsburgh Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Pittsburgh?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Pittsburgh is at Teece Apartments listed at $560.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Pittsburgh Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Pittsburgh Apartment is $240 at Crawford Square Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Pittsburgh Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Pittsburgh is starting from $630 at Hilltop/Parkview Apartments.
What is the most affordable Pittsburgh Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Pittsburgh Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Hilltop/Parkview Apartments and starts from $775.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money
Written by: Amber Kanuckel
With the rising costs of housing, a lot of renters are asking this question: Is it possible to opt out of various amenities that your rental property offers so that you can avoid paying the fees.

Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Often, in the excitement of finding a new place to live, there’s a rush to make it happen, and - too often - a new tenant signs a lease without reading it carefully.

Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting
Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD
While many apartment buildings are “no smoking” properties, it’s hard to know exactly how many. In 2017, the National Apartment Association reported more than half of rental properties had smoke free policies.

How Your Move-In Inspection Can Protect Your Security Deposit
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
If you’re anything like most people, housing costs represent a huge chunk of your monthly budget. On top of that, moving can be both a stressful and expensive affair.