
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Oakland Neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA from $500 (17 Rentals)
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3435 Dawson St, Unit Apt 1B

346 Ophelia St

21 Hodge St

3203 Joe Hammer Square

3305 Juliet St

Helm on the Allegheny

Hudson Oakland

2626 South Side Flats
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2218 Sarah St

3222 Kennett Square
South Oakland, Pittsburgh, PA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Oakland?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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South Oakland Studio Apartments | $1,726 | $1,044 | $2,131 |
South Oakland 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,042 | $500 | $3,817 |
South Oakland 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,714 | $900 | $4,550 |
South Oakland 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,595 | $1,600 | $4,960 |
South Oakland 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,500 | $2,000 | $3,400 |
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Cheapest Available South Oakland Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Oakland area of Pittsburgh, PA is a Studio unit found at Helm on the Allegheny priced from $1,044. Hudson Oakland has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,230. Here are the most affordable South Oakland apartments for rent in Pittsburgh, PA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Helm on the Allegheny | Co-Living Micro | Studio,1BA | $1,044 |
Hudson Oakland | 3227 Joe Hammer 1B1B | 1BR,1BA | $1,230 |
2626 South Side Flats | SA | Studio,1BA | $1,287 |
Carson Street Commons | Ann | 1BR,1BA | $1,410 |
The Flats at Southside Works | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,455 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Oakland, PA
As of March 16, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Oakland area is the $1.03 price per square foot 3 bedroom Model at 2606 Larkins Way in the in the Crawford-Roberts neighborhood starting from $2,472. The second greatest value South Oakland apartment is the 516 Cato St Model at 516 Cato St, Unit 516 Cato Street starting at $2,600 with a $1.43 price per square foot in the Crawford-Roberts neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Oakland apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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2606 Larkins Way | 3 bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.03 |
516 Cato St, Unit 516 Cato Street | 516 Cato St | 4BR,2BA | $1.43 |
2334 Sarah St, Unit 2 | 2334 Sarah St | 3BR,2BA | $1.66 |
The Flats at Southside Works | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.38 |
Hudson Oakland | Sublet Opportunity 3229 Joe Hammer | 2BR,1BA | $2.37 |
Brix at 26 | 101 | 1BR,1BA | $2.29 |
Hudson Oakland (Semple) | 3508 Cable Place "Heinz" | 2BR,1BA | $2.49 |
3030 South Water Apartments | Citron - 3rd Floor - River View | 1BR,1BA | $2.51 |
51 Bates St, Unit 1 | 51 Bates St | 2BR,1BA | $1.77 |
Carson Street Commons | Ann | 1BR,1BA | $2.45 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSouth Oakland, Pittsburgh, PA
Ranked #132
Among neighborhoods in Pittsburgh, PA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet Friendly
Getting Around the South Oakland Neighborhood in Pittsburgh, PA
Walk Score®
38 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
65 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
67 / 100
Good Transit
Many 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 South Oakland Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in South Oakland?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in South Oakland is at Helm on the Allegheny listed at $1,044.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom South Oakland Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom South Oakland Apartment is $1,126 at Helm on the Allegheny.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom South Oakland Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in South Oakland is starting from $1,425 at Hudson Oakland.
What is the most affordable South Oakland Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap South Oakland Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 2606 Larkins Way and starts from $2,472.
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