
Cheap 1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Pittsburgh, PA from $500 (559 Rentals) Page 6 of 12


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Bellevue Apartments

Devonshire Apartments

129 Beverly Rd

Gladstone Residences

6055 Jackson St

49 Lawn St

2910 Voelkel Ave

Wisteria Apartments

1611 Miriam St

1309 Wood Street

365 Gross St

5712-5824 E Liberty Blvd

Palm Garden Apartments

Christopher A. Smith Terrace Senior Living

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Sleepy Hollow Apartments

128 Stamm Avenue

2838 Broadway Ave

Hoodridge Manor Apartments

Parkview Estates

O'Hara Woods Apartments

Hampton Avenue

Brentwood Manor

North Hills Highlands Senior Living

Multi-9th Street

Princess Ann

121 Mt Lebanon Blvd

6017 Stanton Ave

2500 Brownsville Rd

Devon Apartments

AVALON ORCHARD -- 309

Munhall Road Apartments

Alder Ridge

Canal Street Associates

Briercliff Apartments

1134 Illinois Ave

Brentwood Towne Apartments

The Meadows Apartments

LAUREL GARDENS -- 189

Bellevue Apartments

225 South Saint Clair Street

2206 Woodstock Ave

PARK MANOR -- 183

Sailor Place Apartments

Bellevue Manor

2883 W Liberty Ave
Pittsburgh, PA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Pittsburgh?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pittsburgh Studio Apartments | $1,633 | $308 | $5,386 |
| Pittsburgh 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,765 | $500 | $5,057 |
| Pittsburgh 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,028 | $750 | $9,097 |
| Pittsburgh 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,124 | $650 | $6,400 |
| Pittsburgh 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,877 | $1,225 | $3,600 |
| Pittsburgh 5 Bedroom Apartments | $2,992 | $1,900 | $4,128 |
| Pittsburgh 6 Bedroom Apartments | $5,400 | $5,400 | $5,400 |
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Pittsburgh, PA Area Reviews
Christine • 4+ years in Pittsburgh
July 15, 2025Pittsburgh is known for sports and innovation. But there's so much more to discover, whether you're a single person coming for a job opportunity, a couple ready to raise a family, or an already established family in search of quality schools and plenty of extracurriculars.
Christine • 4+ years in Pittsburgh
May 3, 2025Pittsburgh brings a unique blend of indoor and outdoor activities, including children's parks and museums for those of all ages. The city has numerous restaurant options, from traditional Mexican to modern American. Most areas of the city are safe and affordable. Some even give you the luxury of living a car-free lifestyle if you desire.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Pittsburgh Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Pittsburgh?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Pittsburgh is under $750.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Pittsburgh?
The cheapest apartment in Pittsburgh is 421 Ohio Ave which is listed at $600, while the average apartment in Pittsburgh costs $1,886.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Pittsburgh?
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 4,239 regular apartments in Pittsburgh 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 Pittsburgh?
Cheap apartments in Pittsburgh have an average cost of $410 which is $1,476 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Pittsburgh.
Expert Rental Resources
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.
Helpful Local Expert Guides

Swap Steal City Chaos for Suburban Charm: Our Expert's Guide to Top Pittsburgh Suburbs for Rentals
Written by: Christine DiMaria
Pittsburgh is a major hub of culture, innovation, business, and entertainment.

Pittsburgh: An Insider's Guide to the Steel City
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Pittsburgh — home of the Steelers, Three Rivers, and more culture than one city should be allowed. For tourists, it's a mecca for history, sports, and good eats. For us who call it home, it has all the essentials and more.

Work and Live in the Burgh: The Top Employers and Where to Find Your Perfect Pittsburgh Apartment
Written by: Christine DiMaria
While your mind probably automatically drifts to the steel mills when you hear Pittsburgh, long gone are the days when the city was the leading steel producer in the country — and at one time, the world.

Pittsburgh's Academic Gems: A Local Expert's University & Housing Guide
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Besides Pittsburgh's yearly homage to pickles, nationally recognized football team, and coinage of the word "yinz," the city is also known for its renowned higher education opportunities.
Articles, How-To's, and Tips

Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags
Written by: Robin Stewart
Renters want to find a great apartment, the right place for them, one that checks all the boxes of location, rental cost, amenities, safety, and more.

First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently
Written by: Robin Stewart
Hindsight is 20/20. Live and Learn. With age comes wisdom. We’re familiar with all those expressions, and all of them apply to lessons first-time renters learn.

Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It
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Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.

Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention
Written by: Robin Stewart
There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.