Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Penn Hills Neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA from $500 (57 Rentals)

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11680 Frankstown Rd
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

11680 Frankstown Rd

11680 Frankstown RdPittsburgh, PA 15235
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Edgewood Court
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Edgewood Court

235 Edgewood AvePittsburgh, PA 15218
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1611 Miriam St
1 Bedroom Apartments

1611 Miriam St

1611 Miriam StPittsburgh, PA 15218
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O'Hara Woods Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

O'Hara Woods Apartments

100 Ohara Woods DrPittsburgh, PA 15238
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Hampton Avenue
1 Bedroom Apartments

Hampton Avenue

606 Hampton StPittsburgh, PA 15221
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Tudor Court
2 Bedroom Apartments

Tudor Court

131 Edgewood AvePittsburgh, PA 15218
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Hidden Pines
2 Bedroom Apartments

Hidden Pines

2521 Milligan WayPittsburgh, PA 15218
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Colony East Townhomes
2 Bedroom Apartments

Colony East Townhomes

15 Boulder DrPittsburgh, PA 15239
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Whitney Hall Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Whitney Hall Apartments

418 Whitney AvePittsburgh, PA 15221
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Fox Chapel Arms
1 Bedroom Apartments

Fox Chapel Arms

265 Freeport RdPittsburgh, PA 15238
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500 Todd St
Studio Apartments

500 Todd St

500 Todd StPittsburgh, PA 15221
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Townley Manor
1 Bedroom Apartments

Townley Manor

101 Lloyd AvePittsburgh, PA 15218
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Pennwood Square
2 Bedroom Apartments

Pennwood Square

601-A Hay StPittsburgh, PA 15221
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200 7th St
2 Bedroom Apartments

200 7th St

200 7th StPittsburgh, PA 15238
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Bale Manor
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Bale Manor

50 Stotler RdPittsburgh, PA 15235
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118 Maple Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

118 Maple Ave

118 Maple AvePittsburgh, PA 15218
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Lavender Heights
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Lavender Heights

100 Lavender CtPenn Hills, PA 15235
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Crescent Hills Manor
2 Bedroom Apartments

Crescent Hills Manor

5801 Saltsburg RdVerona, PA 15147
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Penn Hills, Pittsburgh, PA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Penn Hills Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Penn Hills area of Pittsburgh, PA is a 1 Bed unit found at OAK MANOR -- 052 priced from $725. Plum Park Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $749. Here are the most affordable Penn Hills apartments for rent in Pittsburgh, PA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
OAK MANOR -- 052OAK MANOR -- 052 - 1811BR,1BA$725
Plum Park Apartments1BR's1BR,1BA$749
William Penn HeightsModel1A1BR,1BA$750
4909 Verona RdONE BEDROOM1BR,1BA$759
Cambridge CourtHUTCHStudio,1BA$810
Sycamore Gardens1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$840
Alcoma on the GreenThe Oak1BR,1BA$880
Carriage House Apartments1 Bedroom Apartment on the Front Side1BR,1BA$895
Penn Towers2 Bedroom, 1 Bath2BR,1BA$899

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Penn Hills, PA

As of May 15, 2025 the best value apartment in the Penn Hills area is the $0.98 price per square foot 313 S Trenton Ave Model at 313 S Trenton Ave, Unit 3 in the in the East Hills neighborhood starting from $1,200. The second greatest value Penn Hills apartment is the 2 Bed / 1 Bath Model at 11515-11523 Frankstown Rd starting at $900 with a $1.00 price per square foot in the East Allegheny neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Penn Hills apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
313 S Trenton Ave, Unit 3313 S Trenton Ave1BR,1BA$0.98
11515-11523 Frankstown Rd2 Bed / 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.00
Briaridge Apartments2x12BR,1BA$1.17
LAUREL GARDENSTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.25
Penn Towers2 Bedroom, 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.12
Sycamore Gardens1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.12
Carriage House Apartments1 Bedroom Apartment on the Front Side1BR,1BA$1.20
Alcoma on the GreenThe Oak1BR,1BA$1.18
Plum Park Apartments1BR's1BR,1BA$1.25
4909 Verona RdONE BEDROOM1BR,1BA$1.27

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Penn Hills, Pittsburgh, PA

Ranked #35

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 Penn Hills Neighborhood in Pittsburgh, PA

Walk Score®

40 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

20 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Penn Hills Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Penn Hills Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Penn Hills Apartment is $725 at OAK MANOR -- 052.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Penn Hills Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Penn Hills is starting from $899 at Penn Towers.

What is the most affordable Penn Hills Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Penn Hills Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Flats At Fox Hill and starts from $1,655.

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