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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Pittsburg?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cheap Pittsburg Studio Apartments | $2,906 | $795 | $9,995 |
Cheap Pittsburg 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,080 | $1,539 | $5,902 |
Cheap Pittsburg 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,594 | $1,695 | $7,971 |
Cheap Pittsburg 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,633 | $2,295 | $3,600 |
Cheap Pittsburg 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,050 | $3,050 | $3,050 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Pittsburg, CA
Pricing Updated: 07/30/2025Current apartment rentals in the Pittsburg, CA area range in price from $795 to $7,971 with an overall median price of $2,666. The three Pittsburg neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Lawlor Estates at $795, Rose Glen at $795, and Highland Meadows at $1,539. Here is today’s list of the top 7 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Pittsburg Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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Lawlor Estates | $1,965 | $795 | 7 |
Rose Glen | $2,403 | $795 | 49 |
Highland Meadows | $2,707 | $1,539 | 25 |
Highlands Ranch | $2,707 | $1,539 | 53 |
Stanford Place II | $2,707 | $1,539 | 33 |
Valencia @ San Marco | $2,825 | $1,539 | 23 |
Bay Point | $3,350 | $795 | 106 |
Cheapest Available Pittsburg Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Pittsburg, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Oakwood Village in the Renaissance at Bluerock neighborhood priced from $1,395. The Atchison in the Highlands Ranch neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,411. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Pittsburg apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Oakwood Village | Downstairs | 1BR,1BA | $1,395 |
The Atchison | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,411 |
Marina Heights | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,623 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Pittsburg, CA
As of July 31, 2025 the best value apartment in the Pittsburg area is the $2.48 price per square foot Altamont Model at Rivershore in the in the Outer Pittsburgh Antioch neighborhood starting from $2,499. The second greatest value Pittsburg apartment is the lv2x1de-B Model at 4116 Loveridge Road starting at $1,845 with a $2.31 price per square foot in the Highlands Ranch neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Pittsburg apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Rivershore | Altamont | 3BR,2BA | $2.48 |
4116 Loveridge Road | lv2x1de-B | 2BR,1BA | $2.31 |
616 O Street | o-2x1urb | 2BR,1BA | $2.31 |
3601 Fairview Drive | 2 Bedroom x 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.44 |
Parkview Village | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.34 |
Delta View Apartments | 2BR/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.54 |
Oakwood Village | Downstairs | 1BR,1BA | $2.05 |
Belmont Apartment Homes | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.53 |
Twin Creeks | 1 Bed 1 Bath A | 1BR,1BA | $2.54 |
The Atchison | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.26 |
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Pittsburg Overview
Set on the soothing southern shore of Suisun Bay, the 72,000 residents of Pittsburg, California enjoy the best of the bay every day. Located just a short ride on BART from the hustle and bustle of Oakland and the glitz and glamour of San Francisco, apartments in Pittsburg are the perfect place to live. Highly educated, and highly motivated, residents of this little hamlet spend their days working hard and their nights taking in the fantastic views from the city's many restaurants and public parks.
Why live in Pittsburg, CA?
Pittsburg's fabulous location and pleasant weather make it an ideal place to live. It is a short drive to some of the most beautiful scenery and public parks in the country. Located between San Francisco and Sacramento, there are plenty of places within minutes of the city to discover and explore.
Best Local Schools in Pittsburg, CA
Rancho Medanos Junior High
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Getting Around Pittsburg, CA
Walk Score®
62 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
50 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
1 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
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 Pittsburg Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Pittsburg?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Pittsburg is under $1,735.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Pittsburg?
The cheapest apartment in Pittsburg is Oakwood Village which is listed at $1,395, while the average apartment in Pittsburg costs $2,666.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Pittsburg?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 33 regular apartments in Pittsburg that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Pittsburg?
Cheap apartments in Pittsburg have an average cost of $574 which is $2,092 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Pittsburg.
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