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property at 963 5th Ave

963 5th Ave

East MckeesportPA15035

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property at 705 E 18th Ave

705 E 18th Ave

HomesteadPA15120
property at 547 W 7th Ave

547 W 7th Ave

HomesteadPA15120

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Cheapest Available Allegheny County Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Allegheny County, PA is a 3 Beds unit found at Midtown Plaza Apartments in the Lincoln Place neighborhood priced from $200. Teece Apartments in the Perry North neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $560. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Allegheny County apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Midtown Plaza ApartmentsStudio3BR,1BA$200
Teece ApartmentsMedium effeciency UnitStudio,1BA$560
Hillside Meadows-The Perfect Place to Call HomeStudio - elec.NOT.inc. [385 sf] - PRStudio,1BA$610
Arlington HousesAlceaStudio,1BA$615
411 Hoodridge DrStudioStudio,1BA$649
Pike Place ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$690
BRETTEfficiencyStudio,1BA$700
Edgewood CourtEdgewood Plan 11BR,1BA$705
Della PlazaOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$710
OAK MANOR -- 052OAK MANOR -- 052 - 1891BR,1BA$735

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Allegheny County, PA

As of September 06, 2025 the best value apartment in the Allegheny County area is the $0.14 price per square foot 422 S Trenton Ave Model at 422 S Trenton Ave, Unit 2 in the in the East Hills neighborhood starting from $1,099. The second greatest value Allegheny County apartment is the 518 Washington Ave Model at 518 Washington Ave, Unit A starting at $1,550 with a $0.70 price per square foot in the Westwood neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Allegheny County apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
422 S Trenton Ave, Unit 2422 S Trenton Ave2BR,1BA$0.14
518 Washington Ave, Unit A518 Washington Ave2BR,2.5BA$0.70
331 Clarence Street, Unit 331 Clarence331 Clarence Street4BR,2BA$0.73
152 Ritzland Rd, Unit 152152 Ritzland Rd2BR,1BA$0.63
862 Cleveland Ave, Unit 862 Cleveland Ave862 Cleveland Ave2BR,1BA$0.63
1054 Vance Ave, Unit Vance Avenue Apartment 11054 Vance Ave1BR,1BA$0.80
1226 Schweitzer Rd, Unit 1011226 Schweitzer Rd2BR,1BA$0.75
618 Monroe Ave, Unit 1618 Monroe Ave1BR,1BA$0.67
Stonehenge ApartmentsOne Bedroom - Call for Availability1BR,1BA$0.75
Midtown Plaza ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$0.44

Frequently Asked Questions about Allegheny County

What type of rentals are currently available in Allegheny County?

There are currently 4078 Apartments for Rent in Allegheny County, PA with pricing that ranges from $575 to $8,694. There are also 885 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Allegheny County ranging from $550 to $25,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Allegheny County?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Allegheny County ranges from $550 to $25,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,414.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Allegheny County?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Allegheny County range from $895 to $6,066, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $550 to $8,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $725 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,295.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.

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The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Hard truth. Moving is never easy. I’ve done it all – from local moves to cross-country relocations From packing to unpacking the last box, I have found moving to be an exhausting, expensive and stressful experience every time.

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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Throughout the day, think about all the times that you have to pay for something. So many of us reach automatically for a credit card or even our phone for a quick payment.

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

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