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201 Elm St, Unit 15A
$750
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201 Elm St, Unit 15A

201 Elm StPittsburgh, PA 15225
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201 2nd St, Unit #1
$750
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201 2nd St, Unit #1

201 2nd StPittsburgh, PA 15225
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7467 Schoyer Ave, Unit 3
$895
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7467 Schoyer Ave, Unit 3

7467 Schoyer AvePittsburgh, PA 15218
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Pittsburgh, PA

Pricing Updated: 07/21/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Pittsburgh, PA area range in price from $307 to $10,111 with an overall median price of $2,357. The three Pittsburgh neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Homewood South at $915, Glenfield at $750, and Economy at $600. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Pittsburgh Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Homewood South$930$9155
Glenfield$972$7506
Economy$1,000$60013
McKeesport White Oak$1,175$75015
Brighton Heights$1,224$8254
Edgewood$1,305$8955
Pleasant Hills$1,347$69749
Carrick$1,350$79513
Whitehall$1,350$69728
Brentwood$1,390$69714

Cheapest Available Pittsburgh Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Pittsburgh, PA is a Studio unit found at Baum Boulevard in the Squirrel Hill North neighborhood priced from $600. BRETT in the Middle Hill neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $700. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Pittsburgh apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Baum BoulevardResidentialStudio,1BA$600
BRETTEfficiencyStudio,1BA$700
Wellesley PlaceYewStudio,1BA$740
Greenview Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$745
Penn Towers1 Bedroom, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$749
Teece ApartmentsLarge effeciency UnitStudio,1BA$750
WestWood Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$750
Hoodridge Manor Apartments1 Bd/ 1 Ba1BR,1BA$750

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Pittsburgh, PA

As of July 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Pittsburgh area is the $0.43 price per square foot 2822 Salisbury St Model at 2822 Salisbury St in the in the Crawford-Roberts neighborhood starting from $1,495. The second greatest value Pittsburgh apartment is the 318 Lydia St Model at 318 Lydia St, Unit Front starting at $1,700 with a $0.68 price per square foot in the Westwood neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Pittsburgh apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
2822 Salisbury St2822 Salisbury St4BR,2BA$0.43
318 Lydia St, Unit Front318 Lydia St3BR,2BA$0.68
860 railroad st, Unit 4860 railroad st3BR,1BA$0.62
331 Clarence Street, Unit 331 Clarence331 Clarence Street4BR,2BA$0.73
Elste & D&T Buildings546 Linden Way Commercial Office/StorageStudio ,1BA$0.75
531 Collins St3 Beds, 2 baths3BR,2BA$0.90
102 Haldane St, Unit 2102 Haldane St3BR,1BA$0.76
Garfield CommonsThree Bedroom3BR,1.5BA$0.91
1107 South Ave, Unit 11107 South Ave2BR,1BA$0.84
1402 Sarah St, Unit Aprt 31402 Sarah St1BR,1BA$0.90

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Pittsburgh Overview

"Pittsburgh aka ""The Steel City"" is the second largest city in Pennsylvania and among the top 20 metro areas by population in the United States. As of 2016, it has been over 200 years since the city was incorporated. The city is rich with history and offers locals a variety of enjoyment all year long, which makes finding your new home among the many available Pittsburgh apartments for rent - a must! "

Why live in Pittsburgh, PA?

Pittsburgh has been voted multiple times by publications such as The Economist, Forbes and Places Rated Almanac as the “Most Livable City” in the United States. The combination of affordable rent for apartments in Pittsburgh and good jobs paired with a vibrant nightlife and plenty of cultural events make it a trendy city to live in, especially for young people.

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Christine • 4+ years in Pittsburgh

July 15, 2025

Pittsburgh 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, 2025

Pittsburgh 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 Greenview Apartments which is listed at $745, while the average apartment in Pittsburgh costs $2,357.

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 3,012 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 $457 which is $1,900 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Pittsburgh.

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