
Cheap Apartments for Rent near Observatory, PA from $308 (208 Rentals)
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102 Center Ave

Carol Shamrock Apartments

Alta Vista Apartments

1712 Lowrie St, Unit Apt 2

119 Parkhurst St

Elste & D&T Buildings

Hillcrest Apartments

Treehouse Apartments

202 N Balph Ave
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Kenyon Court Apartments

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White Oak Apartments

180-196-196 Spring Ave

907 Chartiers Ave, Unit 3

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250 Lincoln Ave, Unit Apartment 3

1712 Lowrie St, Unit apt 3

Bel Charlton
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321 Ella St, Unit 12

1622 Hatteras St

321 Ella St, Unit 11

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314 Augusta St, Unit First Floor Duplex

1509 Hatteras St

505 Dawson Ave

603 Tingley Ave, Unit 2

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240 Carrington St

3032 Merwyn Ave

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3032 Merwyn Ave, Unit Floor 2
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33-35 Florence Ave

The Bristol

240 Carrington St

1608 Lowrie St

501 Marie Ave

3915 Mt Troy Rd

Perry Manor Apartments

Helm on the Allegheny

207 Bellwood Dr

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1304 Liverpool St, Unit 3
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1304 Liverpool St, Unit 3

201 Lincoln Ave

2236 Perrysville Ave, Unit 3

3541 California Ave

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506 California Ave, Unit 506B California Ave

Park View Apartments

4012 Perrysville Ave

3332 Portola Ave

1129 Brabec St

239 Watson Blvd
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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 | $1,650 | $308 | $4,500 |
| Observatory 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,949 | $800 | $4,500 |
| Observatory 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,584 | $900 | $5,911 |
| Observatory 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,826 | $1,099 | $4,790 |
| Observatory 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,775 | $1,225 | $2,500 |
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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 $750. Bellevue Mansions in the Outlying South Allegheny neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $790. 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 | $750 |
| Bellevue Mansions | Spacious Studio Apartment | Studio,1BA | $790 |
| BURKEY APARTMENTS -- 063 | BURKEY APARTMENTS -- 063 - 203 | Studio,1BA | $815 |
| Carol Shamrock Apartments | Carol Studio w/ Balcony | Studio,1BA | $825 |
| Treehouse Apartments | 1 Bedroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
| SHILOH AVENUE -- 148 | SHILOH AVENUE -- 148 - 205 | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| Ovida Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| White Oak Apartments | 1 Bedroom with Plank Flooring | 1BR,1BA | $915 |
| Hillcrest Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $975 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Observatory, PA and Nearby
As of August 23, 2026 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 single family home Model at 1238 Superior Ave starting at $2,138 with a $1.02 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 331 Clarence Street, Unit 331 Clarence | 331 Clarence Street | 4BR,2BA | $0.73 |
| 1238 Superior Ave | single family home | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.02 |
| Elste & D&T Buildings | 546 Linden Way Commercial Industrial/Garage | Studio ,1BA | $0.60 |
| 1411 W North Ave | single family home | 3BR,1BA | $1.07 |
| 2120 Bedford Ave, Unit 1 | 2120 Bedford Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| 44 Lincoln Ave, Unit 44 Lincoln #1 | 44 Lincoln Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.14 |
| 1304 Liverpool St, Unit 3 | 1304 Liverpool St | 1BR,1BA | $1.10 |
| 2118 Bedford Ave, Unit 2 | 2118 Bedford Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| 3032 Merwyn Ave, Unit Floor 2 | 3032 Merwyn Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.11 |
| Teece Apartments | Medium effeciency Unit | Studio ,1BA | $1.08 |
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2.5Pet Friendly
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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 $750.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Observatory Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Observatory Apartment is $875 at Treehouse 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 $975 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 1411 W North Ave and starts from $1,577.
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