
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Dawson, PA from $500 (48 Rentals)
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RiverWood Apartments

Villages of Easton

Timber Ridge Apartments

Sherwood Circle Townhomes Near Greensburg

The North Main Apartments

West Hills Village

Cabin Hill Place

Toll House Apartments
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520 W Smithfield St

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Brookside Apartments

Mount Vernon Apartments

Logan Road Apartments

Center Grove Apartments

Slate Creek Apartments & Townhomes

Meridian Point
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Virginia Manor Apartments

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10253 Garnet Ln

Trotwood Manor

North Huntingdon Collection

1136 Reservoir Ave

Berkely Manor

203 Old Pittsburgh Rd

914-916 W Penn St

29 S Main St
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307 Old Rte 51

Penbriar Apartments

2516 2nd St

Westmoreland Hills

Woodlands Hills Townhomes

Jeanette Apartments

9 Via Milano

1047 Myers Rd

623.5 Conrad Ave
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939 Shady Ave

College View Apartments

900 Meldon Ave

927 Vankirk St

131 Spring Way

99 Kenric Ave

902 11th St

621 Garfield Ave

579-579 Front St
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535 E Pittsburgh St

31 Maple St

Heritage Park Apartments
Dawson, PA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Dawson?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dawson Studio Apartments | $500 | $500 | $500 |
| Dawson 1 Bedroom Apartments | $876 | $610 | $1,785 |
| Dawson 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,193 | $775 | $2,070 |
| Dawson 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,476 | $920 | $2,128 |
| Dawson 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,800 | $1,800 | $1,800 |
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Cheapest Available Dawson Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Dawson, PA is a Studio unit found at RiverWood Apartments in the Washington County neighborhood priced from $500. Villages of Easton in the East Allegheny neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $610. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Dawson apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| RiverWood Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $500 |
| Villages of Easton | Small One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $610 |
| Timber Ridge Apartments | Small/Med One BDR | 1BR,1BA | $687 |
| The North Main Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
| West Hills Village | 1BD/1BH | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
| Toll House Apartments | Junior | 1BR,1BA | $790 |
| Woodlands Hills Townhomes | 2 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $795 |
| Brookside Apartments | 1 BD / 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
| Mount Vernon Apartments | Mount Vernon: 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $845 |
| Greensburg Collection Apartments | 301 Hancock Avenue 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Dawson, PA and Nearby
As of September 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the Dawson area is the $1.08 price per square foot End Model at Oak Ridge Estates in the in the Westmoreland County neighborhood starting from $2,077. The second greatest value Dawson apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at Virginia Manor Apartments starting at $950 with a $0.86 price per square foot in the East Allegheny neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Dawson apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oak Ridge Estates | End | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.08 |
| Virginia Manor Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.86 |
| Woodlands Hills Townhomes | 2 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.88 |
| Walnut Ridge Townhomes | Small | 2BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| Center Grove Apartments | Center Grove: 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.15 |
| North Huntingdon Collection | Penglyn Apartments | 2BR,1BA | $1.31 |
| The North Main Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.93 |
| Mount Vernon Apartments | Mount Vernon: 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| West Hills Village | 1BD/1BH | 1BR,1BA | $1.07 |
| Villages of Easton | Small One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.13 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Dawson Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Dawson Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Dawson Apartment is $610 at Villages of Easton.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Dawson Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Dawson is starting from $740 at Villages of Easton.
What is the most affordable Dawson Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Dawson Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at RiverWood Apartments and starts from $1,100.
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