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838 Hemlock Way, Unit 2

403 Ohio Ave

2837 Capitol St

1018 Pennsylvania Ave

526 Ohio Ave

422 Mitchell Ave
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1310 Pirl St

542 Reed St

444 Ohio Ave

922 Vankirk St

855 Vankirk St

618 Farnsworth Ave

929 Vankirk St
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2413 Milburn St

1451 Jenny Lind St

927 Vankirk St

561 Farnsworth Ave

1301 Madison Ave

549 Farnsworth Ave

880 Miller Ave
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513 S 2nd Ave

2408 McCarrell St

518 N State St, Unit 1

866 Vankirk St

518 Vermont Ave

518 Vermont Ave

733 Memory Ln
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1735 Ohio Ave

128-128 Railroad St

1405-1407-1407 West St
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Clairton?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clairton 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,140 | $850 | $1,500 |
| Clairton 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,389 | $1,135 | $2,000 |
| Clairton 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,573 | $1,195 | $1,850 |
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Cheapest Available Clairton Apartments for Rent
 | Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Payne Hill | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1,540 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Clairton, PA
As of June 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Clairton area is the $1.41 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Model at Payne Hill in the in the Lincoln Hilldale neighborhood starting from $1,540. The second greatest value Clairton apartment is the 1037 N 6th St Model at 1037 N 6th St, Unit 1037 starting at $800 with a $1.01 price per square foot in the East Allegheny neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Clairton apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Payne Hill | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.41 |
| 1037 N 6th St, Unit 1037 | 1037 N 6th St | 2BR,1BA | $1.01 |
| 424 Waddell Ave | 424 Waddell Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.64 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Clairton?
There are currently 68 Apartments for Rent in Clairton, PA with pricing that ranges from $799 to $1,900. There are also 58 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Clairton ranging from $800 to $2,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Clairton?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Clairton ranges from $800 to $2,000 with an average monthly rent of $1,248.
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