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Hoodridge Manor Apartments

Hoodridge Hall Apartments and Townhomes

Hampton Avenue

Princess Ann
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Academy Tower

Lynn Apartments

6017 Stanton Ave

Standard Life Building

Devon Apartments

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The Edgewood Apartments

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Stanton 5401
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Mark Twain

Tudor Court

Sussex Apartments

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Home Avenue Apartments

305 N Negley Ave

1465 Mcfarland Rd

LAUREL GARDENS -- 189
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Royal Windsor

Hoodridge Terrace Apartments

200 Buchanan Pl

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Hillside Apartments

North Windsor Apartments

Ravenswood

Hazelwood

773 Shady Dr E

Bel Charlton
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Townley Manor

Fox Chapel Arms

Devonshire Apartments

Sceneridge Apartments

Glen Elm Apartments

May Building Apartments

Negley Gardens Apartments

ASHBOURNE -- 166

St. Regis

Colony East Townhomes
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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 | $1,611 | $595 | $4,500 |
| Pittsburgh 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,751 | $500 | $4,500 |
| Pittsburgh 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,049 | $689 | $6,308 |
| Pittsburgh 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,207 | $650 | $8,001 |
| Pittsburgh 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,199 | $1,275 | $3,500 |
| Pittsburgh 5 Bedroom Apartments | $3,207 | $1,900 | $4,128 |
| Pittsburgh 6 Bedroom Apartments | $4,445 | $4,395 | $4,495 |
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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 $705.
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 $1,892.
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 4,134 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 $429 which is $1,463 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Pittsburgh.
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