
Cheap Homes for Rent in Oakwood Neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA from $700 (15 Rentals)
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508 Chestnut St

2809-2811 Neeld Ave
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707 Idlewood Ave

2812 Broadway Ave

66 N Emily St
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818 Ernie St

511 Center St

1226 Bartow Street
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32 Chapman St

16 Bell Ave

708 Doolittle Street, Unit 710
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107 Dickman St

714 Hestor Dr

1523 Summerdale St
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Oakwood, Pittsburgh, PA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Oakwood?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Oakwood 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,339 | $895 | $1,850 |
Oakwood 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,598 | $1,195 | $2,300 |
Oakwood 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,447 | $1,895 | $3,000 |
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There are currently 15 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Oakwood Neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA.
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Cheapest Available Oakwood Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Oakwood area of Pittsburgh, PA is a Studio unit found at Carriage Park Apartments priced from $1,035. Kennedy Highlands has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,145. Here are the most affordable Oakwood apartments for rent in Pittsburgh, PA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Carriage Park Apartments | Highrise Efficiency | Studio,1BA | $1,035 |
Kennedy Highlands | Hybrid Style 2 - 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $1,145 |
Hyland Hills | 1 BR (B) | 1BR,1BA | $1,150 |
1869 West | C1 | 3BR,1BA | $1,174 |
Riverwind at Chatham Park Drive | The Royal Oak | 1BR,1BA | $1,175 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Oakwood, PA
As of May 17, 2025 the best value apartment in the Oakwood area is the $1.00 price per square foot 601 Chestnut St Model at 601 Chestnut St, Unit 1 in the in the Westwood neighborhood starting from $1,200. The second greatest value Oakwood apartment is the 318 Lydia St Model at 318 Lydia St, Unit Rear starting at $1,250 with a $1.47 price per square foot in the Westwood neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Oakwood apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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601 Chestnut St, Unit 1 | 601 Chestnut St | 1BR,1BA | $1.00 |
318 Lydia St, Unit Rear | 318 Lydia St | 2BR,1BA | $1.47 |
Emerald Gardens | 2BR PH3 | 2BR,1BA | $1.85 |
3247 Faronia St, Unit 2 | 3247 Faronia St | 2BR,1BA | $1.12 |
The Lofts at Terrain | 2 BD / 2 BA (Loft) | 2BR,2BA | $1.84 |
Lebanon Vue | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.63 |
Riverwind at Chatham Park Drive | The Royal Oak | 1BR,1BA | $1.68 |
Hyland Hills | 1 BR (B) | 1BR,1BA | $1.83 |
1869 West | B1 Renovated | 2BR,1BA | $2.01 |
Kennedy Highlands | Hybrid Style 2 - 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $2.02 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Oakwood
What type of rentals are currently available in Oakwood?
There are currently 130 Apartments for Rent in Oakwood, PA with pricing that ranges from $850 to $6,557. There are also 32 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Oakwood ranging from $750 to $3,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Oakwood?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Oakwood ranges from $750 to $3,000 with an average monthly rent of $1,456.
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