
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

Ambassador Apartments

Hoodridge Manor Apartments

Arlington Houses

3628 Frazier St

11670 Frankstown Rd

129 Newburn Ave

Pike Place Apartments

Cloverleaf Towers

Central Square Apartments

4201 Windsor St

Arlington Apartments

The Wendover Community

Greenview Apartments

The Alden

Alta Vista Apartments

231 W Burgess St

5230 Willock Rd E, Unit B

Velma Court

3224 Bookman Ave, Unit 2nd floor

134 Pius St

3805-3809-3809 Baytree St

Briaridge Apartments

2471 Perrysville Ave

855 Crucible St, Unit 1

67 Beltzhoover Ave

3185 Glendale Ave

346 Ophelia St

The Forest Apartments

Kenyon Court Apartments

129 N Homewood Ave

Brentwood Towne Apartments

122 Dinsmore Ave

5715 E Liberty Blvd

2916 Clermont Ave

1459 Poplar St

2221 Hawthorne Ave

2217 Arlington Ave

855 Crucible St

343 Centre Ave

Brittany Apartments

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 | $1,591 | $560 | $5,635 |
Cheap Pittsburgh 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,755 | $500 | $7,107 |
Cheap Pittsburgh 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,154 | $630 | $9,820 |
Cheap Pittsburgh 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,255 | $775 | $7,790 |
Cheap Pittsburgh 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,798 | $1,295 | $9,250 |
Pittsburgh 5 Bedroom Apartments | $1,633 | $600 | $3,000 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Pittsburgh, PA
Pricing Updated: 03/05/2025Current apartment rentals in the Pittsburgh, PA area range in price from $350 to $9,820 with an overall median price of $2,916. The three Pittsburgh neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Liberty Port Vue at $725, Glen Hazel at $800, and Glenfield at $850. 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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Liberty Port Vue | $725 | $725 | 13 |
Glen Hazel | $800 | $800 | 18 |
Glenfield | $995 | $850 | 26 |
New Homestead | $1,050 | $1,050 | 13 |
McKeesport White Oak | $1,109 | $556 | 540 |
Lincoln Mt Vernon | $1,200 | $780 | 120 |
Brentwood | $1,251 | $560 | 4038 |
Pleasant Hills | $1,269 | $560 | 4864 |
Whitehall | $1,269 | $560 | 4482 |
Brookline | $1,295 | $589 | 623 |
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 |
Hillside Meadows-The Perfect Place to Call Home | 1 MONTH FREE RENT!! 1 Bedroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $560 |
Teece Apartments | Medium effeciency Unit | Studio,1BA | $560 |
Greenlee Apartments | Studio | 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 |
Greenview Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
WestWood Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Pittsburgh, PA
As of March 06, 2025 the best value apartment in the Pittsburgh area is the $0.17 price per square foot 125 S 12th St Model at 125 S 12th St, Unit Apartment 2 in the in the Central Business District neighborhood starting from $1,650. The second greatest value Pittsburgh apartment is the 855 Crucible St Model at 855 Crucible St, Unit 1 starting at $800 with a $0.27 price per square foot in the Allegheny West 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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125 S 12th St, Unit Apartment 2 | 125 S 12th St | 3BR,2BA | $0.17 |
855 Crucible St, Unit 1 | 855 Crucible St | 1BR,1BA | $0.27 |
54 S 19th St, Unit 1 | 54 S 19th St | 2BR,1BA | $0.39 |
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 | $0.87 |
84 Wyoming St, Unit House | 84 Wyoming St | 3BR,2BA | $0.75 |
222 N Main St, Unit apartment 1 | 222 N Main St | 1BR,1BA | $0.80 |
3412 Gleason St | 3412 Gleason St | 3BR,1BA | $0.71 |
77 Hickory St, Unit First Floor | 77 Hickory St | 2BR,1BA | $0.75 |
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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
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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.

What to Know About Fees and Fines When Renting
Written by: Trey Huguley
When it comes to renting a new apartment or home there can be a number of fees that you will want to keep in mind going into the process.

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.