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313 Kambach St

PittsburghPA15211

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90 S 22nd St

PittsburghPA15203

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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 1 Bed unit found at Crawford Square Apartments priced from $1,069. Eighth and Penn has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,200. Here are the most affordable Bluff/Uptown/Soho apartments for rent in Pittsburgh, PA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Crawford Square Apartments1 Bedroom Tax Credit***1BR,1BA$1,069
Eighth and PennMaddockStudio,1BA$1,200
Flats on Fifth1 Bedroom Suite A1BR,1BA$1,295
Residences at South HighOne Bedroom One Bath1BR,1BA$1,300
The Commonwealth BuildingSuite S4Studio,1BA$1,390
City View ApartmentsStyle 171BR,1BA$1,393
New South Side Apartments at 905 Bingham1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,395
1709 FIFTHStevenson1BR,1BA$1,400
First Avenue Lofts1-Bed B1BR,1BA$1,400

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

As of June 11, 2025 the best value apartment in the Bluff/Uptown/Soho area is the $0.96 price per square foot 1922 E Carson St Model at 1922 E Carson St in the in the Allegheny West neighborhood starting from $3,250. The second greatest value Bluff/Uptown/Soho apartment is the 2215 Sarah St Model at 2215 Sarah St, Unit 2 starting at $2,850 with a $1.21 price per square foot in the Crawford-Roberts 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.
1922 E Carson St1922 E Carson St3BR,2.5BA$0.96
2215 Sarah St, Unit 22215 Sarah St3BR,2.5BA$1.21
Canoe Building Apartments3-Bedrm (201)3BR,1BA$1.58
1928 Harcum Way3 Bedroom3BR,1BA$1.47
53 S 18th St, Unit 253 S 18th St3BR,1BA$1.32
2015 Jane St, Unit 20152015 Jane St3BR,1BA$1.21
86 S 15th St, Unit 386 S 15th St2BR,1BA$1.04
1301 E Carson St, Unit 2nd fl1301 E Carson St4BR,2BA$1.50
1500 E Carson St, Unit 3rd Floor1500 E Carson St2BR,1BA$1.45
2701 Mission St, Unit 22701 Mission St2BR,2BA$1.53

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Bluff/Uptown/Soho, Pittsburgh, PA

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Among neighborhoods in Pittsburgh, PA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

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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 $1,400.

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

The cheapest apartment in Bluff/Uptown/Soho is Crawford Square Apartments which is listed at $1,069, while the average apartment in Bluff/Uptown/Soho costs $2,551.

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 20 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 $253 which is $2,298 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Bluff/Uptown/Soho.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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Written by: Christine DiMaria

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.

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The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters

Written by: Bobbi Jackson

If you’re looking to relocate right now, a popular solution that may best fit your current rental needs is a short-term lease.