Cheap Apartments for Rent in Observatory, PA from $500 (135 Rentals)
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3401-3403 Portola Ave

304 Campbell St

Bellevue Mansions

1141 Brabec St

Carol Shamrock Apartments

Kenyon Court Apartments

Alta Vista Apartments

Tiffany Apartments

Hillcrest Apartments
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71 N Euclid Ave

133 Glenmore Ave

Sumner Avenue Apartments

44 Kendall Ave

3551 California Ave, Unit Condo unit 1

822 TAYLOR

White Oak Apartments

Perry Manor Apartments

Park View Apartments
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856 Ohio River Blvd, Unit 3

2903 Stayton St

Rossview Heights Townhomes

Helm on the Allegheny

1024 Steuben St

119 E Sherman St

1602 Lowrie St, Unit Apt. # 2

115 Merrimac St

1406 Firth St
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3162-3164 Shadeland Ave

1608 Lowrie St

4033 Vinceton St

5-6 Schaeffer Way

3904 Brighton Rd

700 Ravenswood Ave, Unit Apt.1

400 Perrysville Ave, Unit 2

42 Waldorf St

3226 Richardson Ave
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14-14 Bonvue St

The Pennsylvanian

City View Apartments

3863 Brighton Rd

1-3 Woessner Ave

Chateau Perry

The Avalon Apartment Homes

North Pointe Commons
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Observatory, PA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Observatory?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Observatory Studio Apartments | $1,473 | $600 | $4,500 |
| Observatory 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,839 | $725 | $4,500 |
| Observatory 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,449 | $820 | $6,506 |
| Observatory 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,845 | $1,055 | $5,997 |
| Observatory 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,797 | $1,300 | $8,493 |
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Cheapest Available Observatory Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Observatory, PA is a Studio unit found at Teece Apartments in the Perry North neighborhood priced from $540. Bellevue Mansions in the Outlying South Allegheny neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $775. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Observatory apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Teece Apartments | Large effeciency Unit | Studio,1BA | $540 |
| Bellevue Mansions | Spacious Studio Apartment - ASK ABOUT MOVE IN S... | Studio,1BA | $775 |
| Carol Shamrock Apartments | Carol Studio - ASK ABOUT MOVE IN SPECIAL! | Studio,1BA | $805 |
| Alta Vista Apartments | 1bd- Basement | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
| Hillcrest Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
| Sumner Avenue Apartments | Studio | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| White Oak Apartments | 1 Bedroom with Balcony | 1BR,1BA | $905 |
| Tiffany Apartments | Bryant B11 | 2BR,1BA | $940 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Observatory, PA and Nearby
As of December 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the Observatory area is the $0.73 price per square foot 331 Clarence Street Model at 331 Clarence Street, Unit 331 Clarence in the in the Allegheny West neighborhood starting from $1,600. The second greatest value Observatory apartment is the 700 Ravenswood Ave Model at 700 Ravenswood Ave, Unit Apt.1 starting at $1,100 with a $0.73 price per square foot in the Perry North neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Observatory apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 331 Clarence Street, Unit 331 Clarence | 331 Clarence Street | 4BR,2BA | $0.73 |
| 700 Ravenswood Ave, Unit Apt.1 | 700 Ravenswood Ave | 1BR,1BA | $0.73 |
| 21 Beech Ave, Unit 1 | 21 Beech Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Alta Vista Apartments | 2bd | 2BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| 3551 California Ave, Unit Condo unit 1 | 3551 California Ave | 2BR,1BA | $0.82 |
| 400 Perrysville Ave, Unit 2 | 400 Perrysville Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.10 |
| 436 Division Ave, Unit 2 | 436 Division Ave | 2BR,1BA | $0.97 |
| 856 Ohio River Blvd, Unit 3 | 856 Ohio River Blvd | 2BR,1BA | $1.10 |
| Rossview Heights Townhomes | 2 BD / 1 BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| Teece Apartments | Medium effeciency Unit | Studio ,1BA | $1.02 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleObservatory, PA
Ranked #24
Among cities in Pennsylvania for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
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Getting Around Observatory, PA
Walk Score®
33 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
37 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
38 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Observatory Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Observatory?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Observatory is at Teece Apartments listed at $540.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Observatory Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Observatory Apartment is $825 at Alta Vista Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Observatory Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Observatory is starting from $925 at Hillcrest Apartments.
What is the most affordable Observatory Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Observatory Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Chateau Perry and starts from $1,799.
Expert Rental Resources
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