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property at 1 Camp Ave

$750

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Now

1 Camp Ave, Unit 3

1 Camp Ave
BraddockPA15104

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property at 437 Freeport Rd

$850

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Jan 1, 2026

437 Freeport Rd

CreightonPA15030

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property at 1127 Highland St

$850

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Now

1127 Highland St

TarentumPA15084

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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 $540. 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 ApartmentsLarge effeciency UnitStudio,1BA$540
Hillside Meadows-The Perfect Place to Call HomeStudio - elec.NOT.inc. [385 sf] - PRStudio,1BA$610
Garden Villa ApartmentsCozy EfficiencyStudio,1BA$675
WestWood Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$699
BRETTEfficiencyStudio,1BA$700

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Allegheny County, PA

As of December 22, 2025 the best value apartment in the Allegheny County area is the $0.53 price per square foot 48 Maytide St Model at 48 Maytide St, Unit #2 in the in the Carrick neighborhood starting from $1,330. The second greatest value Allegheny County apartment is the 331 Clarence Street Model at 331 Clarence Street, Unit 331 Clarence starting at $1,600 with a $0.73 price per square foot in the Allegheny West 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.
48 Maytide St, Unit #248 Maytide St4BR,1BA$0.53
331 Clarence Street, Unit 331 Clarence331 Clarence Street4BR,2BA$0.73
518 Washington Ave, Unit A518 Washington Ave2BR,2.5BA$0.70
924 Brookline Blvd, Unit 1924 Brookline Blvd3BR,1BA$0.71
236 Smith Way, Unit 2236 Smith Way2BR,1BA$0.63
700 Ravenswood Ave, Unit Apt.1700 Ravenswood Ave1BR,1BA$0.73
1226 Schweitzer Rd, Unit 1011226 Schweitzer Rd2BR,1BA$0.75
1304 Ridge Ave, Unit 3rd floor1304 Ridge Ave1BR,1BA$0.73
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 4116 Apartments for Rent in Allegheny County, PA with pricing that ranges from $350 to $12,794. There are also 1002 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Allegheny County ranging from $595 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 $595 to $25,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,529.

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 $700 to $9,210, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $600 to $8,950. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $650 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $600.

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.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.