
Cheap 3 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Pittsburgh, PA from $895 (35 Rentals)


2422 Main St

The Alden

1303 Woodland Ave

122 Dinsmore Ave
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5544 Baywood St

1422 Beechview Ave

962 Brookline Blvd, Unit 2

Cloverleaf Towers

Cornerstone Village Apartments

1869 West

Baldwin Commons

2810 Shelly St
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795-10 Pine Valley Dr

Hoodridge Hall Apartments and Townhomes

Midtown Plaza Apartments

505-507-507 Russellwood Ave
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Highland Manor Apartments

Valley Park

507-507 Russellwood Ave

1272 Union St, Unit 1272 rear

1726 Romine Ave
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Pittsburgh?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
---|---|---|---|
Pittsburgh Studio Apartments | $1,623 | $575 | $10,000+ |
Pittsburgh 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,732 | $645 | $7,481 |
Pittsburgh 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,105 | $750 | $10,000+ |
Pittsburgh 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,288 | $895 | $5,997 |
Pittsburgh 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,333 | $1,295 | $4,500 |
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Walk Score®
68 / 100
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Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
53 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
36 / 100
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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 $770.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Pittsburgh?
The cheapest apartment in Pittsburgh is Midtown Plaza Apartments which is listed at $200, while the average apartment in Pittsburgh costs $2,373.
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 2,488 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 $417 which is $1,956 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Pittsburgh.
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