
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Wilkinsburg, PA (191 Rentals)

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Wilkinsburg, PA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Wilkinsburg?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Wilkinsburg Studio Apartments | $1,133 | $575 | $4,084 |
Wilkinsburg 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,354 | $745 | $6,659 |
Wilkinsburg 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,699 | $750 | $4,251 |
Wilkinsburg 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,139 | $950 | $6,250 |
Wilkinsburg 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,716 | $1,350 | $2,180 |
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Largest Available Wilkinsburg 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Wilkinsburg, PA is found at 5836 Alderson St in the Hazelwood neighborhood and is 975 square feet priced from $1,500. Bakery Living in the Homewood North neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 962 square feet and currently listed start at $2,957. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Wilkinsburg:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
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5836 Alderson St | 975 Sq Ft | $1,500 | |
Bakery Living | The Loft 2 (Blue) | 962 Sq Ft | $2,957 |
The Docks Apartments and Townhomes | One Bedroom | 894 Sq Ft | $1,750 |
Carriage House Apartments | 1 Bedroom with a Den | 830 Sq Ft | $950 |
Bryn Mawr | Sherwood | 800 Sq Ft | $1,087 |
Cheapest Available Wilkinsburg 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of May 11, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Wilkinsburg, PA is the Model1A Model starting from $750 at William Penn Heights in the East Hills neighborhood. The second most affordable Wilkinsburg 1 Bedroom is the ONE BEDROOM Model at 4909 Verona Rd starting at $759 . The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Wilkinsburg is currently $1,354. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Wilkinsburg:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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William Penn Heights | Model1A | $750 |
4909 Verona Rd | ONE BEDROOM | $759 |
Carriage House Apartments | 1 Bedroom Apartment on the Front Side | $895 |
Seville Square Apartments | One Bedroom Petite - Call for Availability | $920 |
Brinton Manor | 1 Bedroom Market | $1,000 |
Cornerstone Village Apartments | 1 Bedroom Tax Credit*** | $1,066 |
Bryn Mawr | Sherwood | $1,087 |
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Getting Around Wilkinsburg, PA
Walk Score®
76 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
57 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
1 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
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- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Wilkinsburg Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Wilkinsburg with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Wilkinsburg is at William Penn Heights listed at $750.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Wilkinsburg Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Wilkinsburg is $1,354.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Wilkinsburg Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Wilkinsburg is a 975 square feet unit starting from $1,500 at 5836 Alderson St.
What is the average size for Wilkinsburg 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Wilkinsburg is currently 0 sq ft.
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