3202 Joe Hammer Square
PittsburghPA15213
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West Oakland Neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA from $500 (10 Rentals)
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Connection at Southside
2984 Sidney StPittsburgh, PA 15203
3203 Joe Hammer Square
PittsburghPA15213
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Helm on the Allegheny
2239 Railroad StPittsburgh, PA 15222
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Hudson Oakland
300-306 Craft AvePittsburgh, PA 15213
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from $1,425Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Jul 23
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300 N Dithridge StPittsburgh, PA 15213
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West Oakland, Pittsburgh, PA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in West Oakland?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Oakland Studio Apartments | $1,650 | $888 | $2,101 |
| West Oakland 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,030 | $500 | $3,729 |
| West Oakland 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,635 | $1,155 | $4,570 |
| West Oakland 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,165 | $2,350 | $3,774 |
| West Oakland 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,500 | $3,500 | $3,500 |
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Cheapest Available West Oakland Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the West Oakland area of Pittsburgh, PA is a Studio unit found at Helm on the Allegheny priced from $1,024. Hudson Oakland has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,150. Here are the most affordable West Oakland apartments for rent in Pittsburgh, PA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Helm on the Allegheny | Co-Living Micro | Studio,1BA | $1,024 |
| Hudson Oakland | 3227 Joe Hammer 1B1B | 1BR,1BA | $1,150 |
| Skyline Terrace | 2 BD 1 BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,250 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Oakland, PA
As of May 03, 2025 the best value apartment in the West Oakland area is the $3.56 price per square foot 2 Bedrooms + Den (2G) Model at LiveWell Apartments in the in the Central Business District neighborhood starting from $4,570. The second greatest value West Oakland apartment is the 2 BD 1.5 BA Townhome Model at Skyline Terrace starting at $1,500 with a $1.36 price per square foot in the Allegheny West neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for West Oakland apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| LiveWell Apartments | 2 Bedrooms + Den (2G) | 2BR,2BA | $3.56 |
| Skyline Terrace | 2 BD 1.5 BA Townhome | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.36 |
| Hudson Oakland | 3229 Joe Hammer 3B1B | 2BR,1BA | $2.21 |
| 10 Turrentine Pl, Unit B105 | 10 Turrentine Pl | 2BR,2BA | $2.02 |
| Brix at 26 | 404 | 1BR,1BA | $2.86 |
| Connection at Southside | The Charge | Studio ,1BA | $2.41 |
| Carson Street Commons | Ann w/Garage | 1BR,1BA | $2.89 |
| Brewers Block | A3 | 1BR,1BA | $3.64 |
| The Park at Southside Works | A1 | Studio ,1BA | $3.26 |
| University Commons | 324|330 McKee- 2 Bedroom (485SF) | University C... | 2BR,1BA | $3.71 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleWest Oakland, Pittsburgh, PA
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Among neighborhoods in Pittsburgh, PA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
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2.5Pet Friendly
Getting Around the West Oakland Neighborhood in Pittsburgh, PA
Walk Score®
91 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
65 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
71 / 100
Excellent Transit
Transit is convenient for most trips
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- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap West Oakland Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in West Oakland?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in West Oakland is under $1,795.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in West Oakland?
The cheapest apartment in West Oakland is Helm on the Allegheny which is listed at $1,049, while the average apartment in West Oakland costs $3,500.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in West Oakland?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 49 regular apartments in West Oakland that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in West Oakland?
Cheap apartments in West Oakland have an average cost of $1,575 which is $1,925 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in West Oakland.
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