
Cheap 1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Pittsburgh, PA from $500 (559 Rentals) Page 7 of 12


Home Avenue Apartments

1465 Mcfarland Rd

Laurel

Gracen Court

Perry Highway Apartments

VOELKEL AVENUE - 2976 -- 191

200 Buchanan Pl

Forbes Avenue Suites

William Penn Heights

2918 Clermont Avenue (Brentwood)

Hillside Apartments

Diplomat Apartments

Beautiful One Bedroom in Swissvale!!

3208 Brereton St

Canyon Place Apartments

North Windsor Apartments

Cavendish

Brett Manor

ASHBOURNE -- 166

Central Square Apartments

773 Shady Dr E

The Allegheny Senior Living

322 Lehigh Ave

Townley Manor

Chestnut Manor

Standard Life Building

Liberty Point Apartments LP

Sceneridge Apartments

Glen Elm Apartments

St. Regis

Four Seasons Apartments

SAVOY APTS -- 058

Washington Gardens

Phillips Avenue Complex

Hoodridge Terrace Apartments

Sutton Place

Palmer House

430 South Fairmount Street

125-129 Central Square

SUMNER PLACE -- 112

Briaridge Apartments

Wellington One

Kelly Hamilton Homes

Dakota

WINCHESTER APARTMENTS -- 016

3230 Wainbell Ave

191 Morrison Dr

May Building Apartments

Baum Grove
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.
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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
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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.