
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Brighton Heights Neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA from $500 (23 Rentals)
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Brighton Heights, Pittsburgh, PA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Brighton Heights?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Brighton Heights Studio Apartments | $1,666 | $575 | $4,500 |
Brighton Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,708 | $825 | $4,500 |
Brighton Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,981 | $999 | $3,300 |
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Cheapest Available Brighton Heights Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Brighton Heights area of Pittsburgh, PA is a Studio unit found at Teece Apartments priced from $560. Alta Vista Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $895. Here are the most affordable Brighton Heights apartments for rent in Pittsburgh, PA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Teece Apartments | Medium effeciency Unit | Studio,1BA | $560 |
Alta Vista Apartments | 1bd- Basement | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
Sumner Avenue Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $909 |
Liberty Abodes | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,600 |
Allegheny City Stables Lofts | Selle Français | 1BR,1BA | $1,614 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Brighton Heights, PA
As of May 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the Brighton Heights area is the $1.75 price per square foot Penthouse Model at Liberty Abodes in the in the Central Business District neighborhood starting from $3,100. The second greatest value Brighton Heights apartment is the 2bd Model at Alta Vista Apartments starting at $1,350 with a $1.23 price per square foot in the Perry South neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Brighton Heights apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Liberty Abodes | Penthouse | 2BR,2BA | $1.75 |
Alta Vista Apartments | 2bd | 2BR,1BA | $1.23 |
3148 McClure Ave, Unit 102 | 3148 McClure Ave | 1BR,1BA | $0.92 |
Etage Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.74 |
1806 Termon Ave, Unit 2 | 1806 Termon Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.25 |
Allegheny City Stables Lofts | Marwari | 1BR,1BA | $2.31 |
Teece Apartments | Medium effeciency Unit | Studio ,1BA | $0.93 |
Sumner Avenue Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.52 |
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Getting Around the Brighton Heights Neighborhood in Pittsburgh, PA
Walk Score®
63 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
41 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
42 / 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.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Brighton Heights Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Brighton Heights?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Brighton Heights is at Teece Apartments listed at $560.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Brighton Heights Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Brighton Heights Apartment is $895 at Alta Vista Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Brighton Heights Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Brighton Heights is starting from $1,350 at Alta Vista Apartments.
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