Pet Friendly Apartments for Rent in Pittsburgh, PA (645 Rentals)

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Apartments for rent in Pittsburgh that love your dogs or cats as much as you do!

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Most Pet Friendly Neighborhoods in Pittsburgh, PA

There are currently 43640 Pet Friendly Apartments for Rent in the Pittsburgh, PA area.The three Pittsburgh neighborhoods with the highest official ApartmentHomeLiving.com Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Rating are South Allegheny, Outlying South Allegheny, and North Allegheny. Here is today’s list of the top 10 Pet Friendly neighborhoods for Pittsburgh Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodPet RatingAvailable UnitsMedian Price
South Allegheny4/42383$5,285
Outlying South Allegheny4/42012$5,285
North Allegheny4/41237$3,200
Terrace Village4/4847$5,285
Middle Hill4/4845$5,285
Bedford Dwellings4/4822$5,285
Downtown Pittsburgh4/4798$5,285
Crawford-Roberts4/4759$5,285
Upper Hill4/4736$5,285
East Pittsburgh4/4663$5,285

Pet Friendliest Pittsburgh Apartments for Rent

The Pittsburgh Apartment community with the highest ApartmentHomeLiving.com Lifestyle Score for Pet Friendliness is The Cork Factory Lofts in the Strip District neighborhood with a Pet Friendliness rating of 4 of 4. City View Apartments in the Lower Hill neighborhood ranks second in Pet Friendliness with a score of 4 of 4. Here is today’s list of the most Pet Friendly Pittsburgh apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingPet RatingNeighborhoodPriced From
The Cork Factory Lofts4/4Strip District$1,950
City View Apartments4/4Lower Hill$1,194
The Venue4/4The Point$1,370
Fifth Avenue School Lofts4/4Uptown Pittsburgh$1,610
Eighth and Penn4/4Cultural District$1,385
Hamilton Place4/4Castle Shannon$1,135
18 Greenbush Street4/4Mount Washington$3,750
RedStone Place3.8/4Central Lawrenceville$1,795
Franklin West Apartments, Leasing Office3.8/4Shadyside$1,410
Tiffany Apartments3.8/4Avalon Bellevue Ben Avon$830

Cheapest Pet Friendly Apartment Rentals in Pittsburgh, PA

The lowest priced Pittsburgh apartment at a property that allows pets is the Studio Apartment Studio Model at The Lofts at Terrain in the Banksville neighborhood starting from $950. The second cheapest Pittsburgh Pet Friendly apartment is the Efficiency Model at Hamilton Place, which is a Studio starting at $1,135 in the Overbrook neighborhood. Here are the most affordable Pet Friendly Pittsburgh apartments.

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
The Lofts at TerrainStudio Apartment$950
Hamilton PlaceEfficiency$1,135
City View ApartmentsStyle 07$1,199
Arsenal 201BLY$1,293
The Preserve at Heinz1X1$1,400
Fifth Avenue School Lofts211$1,610
The VenueRiver View - Designer$1,860
Eighth and PennHancock$1,900
The Cork Factory Lofts1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom$1,950
18 Greenbush Street3 Bedroom Townhome$3,750

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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.

Pittsburgh, PA
Population: 301,048

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Getting Around Pittsburgh, PA

Walk Score®

68 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

53 / 100

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Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

36 / 100

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Christine4+ 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.

Christine4+ 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 Pet Friendly Pittsburgh Apartments

What is the Cheapest Pet Friendly apartment in Pittsburgh?

Currently the most affordable Pet Friendly Apartment in Pittsburgh is at Hillside Meadows-The Perfect Place to Call Home listed at $675.

How much is the average rent for a Pet Friendly Pittsburgh Apartment?

The average rent for a Pet Friendly Apartment in Pittsburgh is $1,778.

What is the largest Pet Friendly Pittsburgh Apartment for rent?

Today's Pet Friendly apartment with the most square footage in Pittsburgh is a 2,806 square feet unit starting from $1,469 at Apartments at River View.

What is the average size for Pittsburgh Pet Friendly Apartments for rent?

The average size for a Pet Friendly rental in Pittsburgh is currently at 792 sq ft.

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