
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Bluff Neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA from $800 (89 Rentals)
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26 Allen St

2116 Bedford Ave

South Side Apartments

107 S 12th St

1 St Martin St, Unit Apt 2

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1001 E Carson St

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1401 Sarah St, Unit 2, Unit 2

1919 Larkins Wy

955 E Warrington Ave, Unit Apt 2
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138 S 24th St

127 S 17th St

23 Bedford Square

80 Beltzhoover Ave, Unit Apt 1

740 Excelsior St, Unit 403

601 E Warrington Ave, Unit Apt 4

610 Ceres Wy, Unit 3-202

601 E Warrington Ave, Unit Apt 1

61 S 14th St

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2002 E Carson St, Unit 1B, Unit 1B
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The Pennsylvanian

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105 S 18th St, Unit apt A, Unit apt A

Terminal 21

618 Edgemont St

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68 S 11th St, Unit 2, Unit 2

70 S 15th St

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156 S 18th St, Unit 1, Unit 1

86 Estella Ave, Unit Apt 1 (bottom)

438 Kathleen St, Unit Unit 1

The Commonwealth Building
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The Reed

The Revival on Carson

First Avenue Lofts

2218 Sarah St

2013.5 Gregory St, Unit 1

2013 Gregory St, Unit 1

104 S 24th St

609 E Warrington Ave, Unit Apt. 1

924 Excelsior St, Unit 720-111

141 S 15th St
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30 S 13th St

Eighth and Penn

Oak Hill

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2626 South Side Flats

2630 Edwards Wy

Brix at 26

79 Beltzhoover Ave

Live South Side

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1824 Fox Way, Unit Rear, Unit Rear

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2617 Jane St, Unit 2, Unit 2
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Bluff, Pittsburgh, PA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Bluff?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bluff Studio Apartments | $1,784 | $860 | $4,500 |
| Bluff 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,064 | $850 | $4,500 |
| Bluff 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,457 | $1,145 | $4,689 |
| Bluff 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,425 | $1,095 | $4,318 |
| Bluff 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,995 | $1,800 | $2,200 |
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Cheapest Available Bluff Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Bluff area of Pittsburgh, PA is a Studio unit found at The Pennsylvanian priced from $1,205. Flats on Fifth has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,295. Here are the most affordable Bluff apartments for rent in Pittsburgh, PA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Pennsylvanian | Chelsea | Studio,1BA | $1,205 |
| Flats on Fifth | 1 Bedroom Suite A | 1BR,1BA | $1,295 |
| The Commonwealth Building | Suite S2 | Studio,1BA | $1,327 |
| The Revival on Carson | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,350 |
| First Avenue Lofts | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,395 |
| Skyline Terrace | 2 BD 1 BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,400 |
| Terminal 21 | A10 One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,414 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Bluff, PA
As of April 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the Bluff area is the $1.69 price per square foot Penthouse Model at Liberty Abodes in the in the Central Business District neighborhood starting from $2,999. The second greatest value Bluff apartment is the 2+ Bedroom Model at 1928 Harcum Way starting at $2,400 with a $1.60 price per square foot in the Allegheny West neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Bluff apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Liberty Abodes | Penthouse | 2BR,2BA | $1.69 |
| 1928 Harcum Way | 2+ Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.60 |
| Residences at South High | Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.58 |
| South Side Apartments | Landmark on Carson Apartments | 3BR,1BA | $1.45 |
| Fifth Avenue School Lofts | 102 | 2BR,2BA | $1.66 |
| Skyline Terrace | 2 BD 1.5 BA Townhome | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.36 |
| 2617 Jane St, Unit 2 | 2617 Jane St | 2BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| The Reed | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.61 |
| 2116 Bedford Ave | 2116 Bedford Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| 1401 Sarah St, Unit 2 | 1401 Sarah St | 1BR,1BA | $1.24 |
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Among cities in Pennsylvania for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Bluff Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Bluff?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Bluff is under $1,414.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Bluff?
The cheapest apartment in Bluff is Flats on Fifth which is listed at $1,295, while the average apartment in Bluff costs $2,327.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Bluff?
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 51 regular apartments in Bluff 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 Bluff?
Cheap apartments in Bluff have an average cost of $209 which is $2,118 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Bluff.
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