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Observatory, PA Local Guide

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 $560. Bellevue Mansions in the Fairywood neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $725. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Observatory apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Teece ApartmentsMedium effeciency UnitStudio,1BA$560
Bellevue MansionsSpacious Studio ApartmentStudio,1BA$725
Carol Shamrock ApartmentsCharming Efficiency with Private BalconyStudio,1BA$760
Hillcrest Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$825
White Oak Apartments1 Bedroom with Plank Flooring1BR,1BA$845
Alta Vista Apartments1bd- Basement1BR,1BA$895
Sumner Avenue ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$909
600 Tingley AveOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$950

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Observatory, PA and Nearby

As of June 15, 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 1339-2 W North Ave Model at 1339-2 W North Ave, Unit Floor 2 starting at $2,300 with a $1.21 price per square foot in the Allegheny West neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Observatory apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
331 Clarence Street, Unit 331 Clarence331 Clarence Street4BR,2BA$0.73
1339-2 W North Ave, Unit Floor 21339-2 W North Ave3BR,2BA$1.21
129 W Sycamore St, Unit 2129 W Sycamore St2BR,2BA$1.10
Alta Vista Apartments2bd2BR,1BA$1.23
400 Perrysville Ave, Unit 2400 Perrysville Ave1BR,1BA$1.10
1869 Perrott Ave, Unit 3rd Foor1869 Perrott Ave1BR,1BA$1.11
3148 McClure Ave, Unit 1023148 McClure Ave1BR,1BA$0.92
600 Tingley AveOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.06
110 Butler St1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.17
Teece ApartmentsMedium effeciency UnitStudio ,1BA$0.93

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Observatory, PA

Ranked #16

Among cities in Pennsylvania for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet 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

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  • 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 $560.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Observatory Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Observatory Apartment is $825 at Hillcrest 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 Rossview Heights Townhomes and starts from $1,450.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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