Cheap Apartments for Rent in Swissvale, PA from $500 (67 Rentals)
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Ambassador Apartments

1215 Louise St

526 E 8th Ave

4408 Greensprings Ave, Unit 2nd floor

7709 Bennett St

1600 McClure St

5632 Beacon St, Unit 1

The Flats on Penn

347 E 13th Ave
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337 E 12th Ave

LAUREL GARDENS

William Penn Heights

1486 Princeton Blvd

600 Ardmore Blvd

Cambridge Court

Seville Square Apartments

Carriage House Apartments

7040 Monticello St, Unit 2

143 W 10th Ave
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4349 Murray Ave

Brittany Apartments

The Forest Apartments

432 Ross Ave

Morrowfield

540 W 7th Ave

823 E 11th Ave
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Brinton Manor

Frick Park Village

319 Franklin Ave, Unit 1

Bryn Mawr

2050 Monongahela Ave

539 Atlantic Ave

329 South Ave, Unit 1

Edgewood Court Apartments
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Swissvale?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Swissvale Studio Apartments | $1,115 | $595 | $1,752 |
| Cheap Swissvale 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,234 | $595 | $2,071 |
| Cheap Swissvale 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,561 | $750 | $2,891 |
| Cheap Swissvale 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,050 | $700 | $3,865 |
| Cheap Swissvale 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,441 | $1,600 | $3,225 |
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Cheapest Available Swissvale Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Swissvale, PA is a 1 Bed unit found at William Penn Heights in the East Hills neighborhood priced from $800. LAUREL GARDENS in the East Hills neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $850. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Swissvale apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| William Penn Heights | 1 BDRM | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| LAUREL GARDENS | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| Seville Square Apartments | Studio Petite - Call for Availability | Studio,1BA | $885 |
| Carriage House Apartments | 1 Bedroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| Brittany Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $941 |
| Cambridge Court | GRAFF 7921 | 1BR,1BA | $980 |
| Brinton Manor | 1 Bedroom Market | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Swissvale, PA
As of December 18, 2025 the best value apartment in the Swissvale area is the $0.96 price per square foot 505 South Ave Model at 505 South Ave, Unit 1 in the in the East Hills neighborhood starting from $1,800. The second greatest value Swissvale apartment is the 435 Franklin Ave Model at 435 Franklin Ave, Unit 2 starting at $1,520 with a $0.86 price per square foot in the East Hills neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Swissvale apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 505 South Ave, Unit 1 | 505 South Ave | 3BR,2.5BA | $0.96 |
| 435 Franklin Ave, Unit 2 | 435 Franklin Ave | 3BR,1BA | $0.86 |
| 299 West St, Unit 2 | 299 West St | 4BR,1.5BA | $0.97 |
| Homestead Masonic Hall Lofts | Live/Work Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.13 |
| 314 S Trenton Ave, Unit 3 | 314 S Trenton Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.08 |
| Kelly Hamilton Homes | 2 Bedroom Townhouse | 2BR,2BA | $1.22 |
| 7040 Monticello St, Unit 2 | 7040 Monticello St | 1BR,1BA | $0.90 |
| LAUREL GARDENS | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| 4408 Greensprings Ave, Unit 2nd floor | 4408 Greensprings Ave | 1BR,1BA | $0.90 |
| Carriage House Apartments | 1 Bedroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1.20 |
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Getting Around Swissvale, PA
Walk Score®
72 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
55 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
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 Swissvale Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Swissvale?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Swissvale is at Seville Square Apartments listed at $885.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Swissvale Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Swissvale Apartment is $800 at William Penn Heights.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Swissvale Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Swissvale is starting from $1,000 at LAUREL GARDENS.
What is the most affordable Swissvale Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Swissvale Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Brinton Manor and starts from $1,500.
Expert Rental Resources
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.
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