Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Bluff/Uptown/Soho Neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA from $800 (84 Rentals)

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61 S 14th St

PittsburghPA15203
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65 S 17th St
$1,200 - $1,8002 to 4 Bedroom Apartment Available Jul 1

65 S 17th St

65 S 17th StPittsburgh, PA 15203
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2626 South Side Flats
$1,404 - $5,998
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2626 South Side Flats

2626 S Tunnel BlvdPittsburgh, PA 15203
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Bluff/Uptown/Soho, Pittsburgh, PA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Bluff/Uptown/Soho Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Bluff/Uptown/Soho area of Pittsburgh, PA is a Studio unit found at The Pennsylvanian priced from $1,205. Eighth and Penn has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,250. Here are the most affordable Bluff/Uptown/Soho apartments for rent in Pittsburgh, PA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The PennsylvanianChelseaStudio,1BA$1,205
Eighth and PennMaddockStudio,1BA$1,250
Flats on Fifth1 Bedroom Suite A1BR,1BA$1,295
The Commonwealth BuildingSuite S2Studio,1BA$1,327
The Revival on Carson1x11BR,1BA$1,350
First Avenue Lofts1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,395
Skyline Terrace2 BD 1 BA2BR,1BA$1,400
Terminal 21A10 One Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,404

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Bluff/Uptown/Soho, PA

As of April 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Bluff/Uptown/Soho 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/Uptown/Soho apartment is the 403 Model at Fifth Avenue School Lofts starting at $2,490 with a $1.43 price per square foot in the Central Business District neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Bluff/Uptown/Soho apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Liberty AbodesPenthouse2BR,2BA$1.69
Fifth Avenue School Lofts4032BR,2BA$1.43
1928 Harcum Way2+ Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.60
Residences at South HighTwo Bedroom One Bath2BR,1BA$1.58
South Side ApartmentsLandmark on Carson Apartments3BR,1BA$1.45
Skyline Terrace2 BD 1.5 BA Townhome2BR,1.5BA$1.36
The Flats at Southside Works1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.67
2617 Jane St, Unit 22617 Jane St2BR,1BA$1.50
The ReedTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.61
1401 Sarah St, Unit 21401 Sarah St1BR,1BA$1.24

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Bluff/Uptown/Soho, Pittsburgh, PA

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, and customized analysis for Central Pittsburgh, PA. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for the best outdoor access, luxury amenities, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and more. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Bluff/Uptown/Soho Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Bluff/Uptown/Soho?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Bluff/Uptown/Soho is under $1,404.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Bluff/Uptown/Soho?

The cheapest apartment in Bluff/Uptown/Soho is The Pennsylvanian which is listed at $1,291, while the average apartment in Bluff/Uptown/Soho costs $2,307.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Bluff/Uptown/Soho?

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 53 regular apartments in Bluff/Uptown/Soho 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/Uptown/Soho?

Cheap apartments in Bluff/Uptown/Soho have an average cost of $213 which is $2,094 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Bluff/Uptown/Soho.

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