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Ambassador Apartments

Elwood Gardens

Melwood Center

Bellwood Manor Apartments

341 Gross Street

Peacock Manor

550 - Kings Grant

624 California Avenue

CENTRE COURT -- 158

The Mirabella

The Penn Garrison Lofts

MCFARLAND--165

Perry Manor Apartments

5th Avenue Apartments

Morewood Court

Wightman Street

118 Maple Ave

THE COLONNADE

Howe and Maryland Apartments

NOLL AVENUE -- 070

SUMNER PLACE -- 112

MELWOOD -333 -- 174

Squirrel Hill Properties

Maryland Gardens

340 North Craig Street

Elias Drive Townhomes

Jancey St Townhomes

201 Stanwix Street Apartments

304 S Graham St

Neville Street

Meraki Apartments I

STATESMAN APARTMENTS -- 081

Bayard Manor

Nevilletree

Dawson Street

1914 Main St

Hollendon Apartments

5th Ave Apartments

Ridgewood Ave Apartments

612 California Ave

336 S Graham Ave

449 Idlewood Rd

Tin Top Apartments

The Lorrie

ATWOOD ST -- 164

NEVILLE COMMONS -- 159

5858 Alderson Street

MAYFLOWER

2355 Eldridge
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Pittsburgh?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Pittsburgh Studio Apartments | $1,615 | $308 | $4,500 |
| Cheap Pittsburgh 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,759 | $500 | $5,336 |
| Cheap Pittsburgh 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,017 | $750 | $7,628 |
| Cheap Pittsburgh 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,141 | $650 | $6,400 |
| Cheap Pittsburgh 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,939 | $1,225 | $3,700 |
| Pittsburgh 5 Bedroom Apartments | $3,014 | $1,900 | $4,128 |
| Pittsburgh 6 Bedroom Apartments | $4,875 | $4,800 | $4,950 |
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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 $745.
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 4,306 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 $413 which is $1,473 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Pittsburgh.
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