Cheap Studio Apartments for Rent in Pittsburgh, PA from $490 (132 Rentals) Page 2 of 3

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Terminal 21

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The Commonwealth Building

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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 | $1,545 | $490 | $7,153 |
Pittsburgh 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,702 | $545 | $10,000+ |
Pittsburgh 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,991 | $750 | $8,694 |
Pittsburgh 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,151 | $845 | $7,228 |
Pittsburgh 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,525 | $1,295 | $4,500 |
Pittsburgh 5 Bedroom Apartments | $2,631 | $1,300 | $4,063 |
Pittsburgh 6 Bedroom Apartments | $4,614 | $4,170 | $5,100 |
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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
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
36 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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 $749.
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 $2,967.
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 2,739 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 $376 which is $2,591 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Pittsburgh.
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