Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Central Oakland Neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA from $500 (18 Rentals)

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3202 Joe Hammer Square
$5001 Bedroom, 1 Bath RentalsAvailable Now

3202 Joe Hammer Square

Pittsburgh, PA 15213
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346 Ophelia St
$8051 Bedroom, 1 Bath RentalsAvailable Now

346 Ophelia St

Pittsburgh, PA 15213
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21 Hodge St
$9452 Bedroom, 1 Bath RentalsAvailable Aug 8

21 Hodge St

Pittsburgh, PA 15213
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218 Four Mile Run Rd
$1,0001 Bedroom, 1 Bath RentalsAvailable Now

218 Four Mile Run Rd

Pittsburgh, PA 15207
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Parkview Estates
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Parkview Estates

3408 Parkview AvePittsburgh, PA 15213
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Sussex Apartments
Studio Apartments

Sussex Apartments

246 McKee PlPittsburgh, PA 15213
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Atwood Street
Studio Apartments

Atwood Street

402 Atwood StPittsburgh, PA 15213
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Oakland/Bates
1 Bedroom Apartments

Oakland/Bates

407 Oakland AvePittsburgh, PA 15213
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Dawson Street
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Dawson Street

3811-3845 Dawson StPittsburgh, PA 15213
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Central Oakland, Pittsburgh, PA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Central Oakland Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Central Oakland area of Pittsburgh, PA is a Studio unit found at Helm on the Allegheny priced from $1,023. Hudson Oakland has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,230. Here are the most affordable Central Oakland apartments for rent in Pittsburgh, PA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Helm on the AlleghenyCo-Living MicroStudio,1BA$1,023
Hudson Oakland3227 Joe Hammer 1B1B1BR,1BA$1,230
Carson Street CommonsAnn1BR,1BA$1,395
The Bridge on ForbesC3 - A - Standard3BR,3BA$1,440
Connection at South SideThe ChargeStudio,1BA$1,459

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central Oakland, PA

As of February 20, 2025 the best value apartment in the Central Oakland area is the $1.67 price per square foot Two Bedroom Model at Portal Place in the in the West Oakland neighborhood starting from $2,000. The second greatest value Central Oakland apartment is the D1 Model at The Park at Southside Works starting at $3,560 with a $3.45 price per square foot in the Squirrel Hill North neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Central Oakland apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Portal PlaceTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.67
The Park at Southside WorksD12BR,2BA$3.45
Park House Flats2 bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.50
Hudson OaklandSublet Opportunity 3229 Joe Hammer2BR,1BA$2.37
Brix at 261011BR,1BA$2.29
Hudson Oakland (Semple)3508 Cable Place "Heinz"2BR,1BA$2.49
LiveWell Apartments1 Bedroom (1I)1BR,1BA$2.88
Connection at South SideThe Gauge IIStudio ,1BA$2.78
Carson Street CommonsAnn w/Garage (Tandem)1BR,1BA$2.73
Brewers BlockA31BR,1BA$3.52

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Central Oakland, Pittsburgh, PA

Ranked #138

Among neighborhoods in Pittsburgh, PA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Central Oakland Neighborhood in Pittsburgh, PA

Walk Score®

92 / 100

Walker’s Paradise

Daily errands do not require a car

Bike Score®

76 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

69 / 100

Good Transit

Many nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Central Oakland Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Central Oakland?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Central Oakland is at Helm on the Allegheny listed at $1,023.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Central Oakland Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Central Oakland Apartment is $1,083 at Helm on the Allegheny.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Central Oakland Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Central Oakland is starting from $1,425 at Hudson Oakland.

What is the most affordable Central Oakland Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Central Oakland Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Bridge on Forbes and starts from $1,440.

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