
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Brighton Heights Neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA from $700 (44 Rentals)
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Alta Vista Apartments

Upscale 7 Unit Building

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The Denslow

3531 Simen Avenue

3596 Brighton Rd

17 S Euclid Ave
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3026 Vensel St

10 Kendall Ave

202 Lincoln Ave

1818-1820 Winhurst St

3555-3557 California Ave

3025 Vensel Way

1436 Woods Run Ave
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3452 McClure Ave

3543 California Ave

257 Lincoln Ave

25 Grant Ave

4029 Vinceton St
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Brighton Tri-Plex 3706

4020 Northminster St

Davis 5 unit

Briercliff Apartments

1709-1713 Termon Ave

Northe Pointe

Bel Charlton

Lynn Williams
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3592 Brighton Rd

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6 Kendall Ave

212 Brighton Rd

208 Brighton Rd

107 Lincoln Ave
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23 Keswick Ave

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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brighton Heights Studio Apartments | $1,050 | $1,050 | $1,050 |
| Brighton Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments | $944 | $850 | $1,099 |
| Brighton Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,350 | $1,350 | $1,350 |
| Brighton Heights 4 Bedroom Apartments | $8,852 | $8,852 | $8,852 |
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Cheapest Available Brighton Heights Apartments for Rent
 | Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alta Vista Apartments | 1bd- Basement | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
| Sumner Avenue Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $969 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Brighton Heights, PA
As of March 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Brighton Heights area is the $1.23 price per square foot 2bd Model at Alta Vista Apartments in the in the Perry South neighborhood starting from $1,350. The second greatest value Brighton Heights apartment is the One Bedroom Model at Sumner Avenue Apartments starting at $969 with a $1.62 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alta Vista Apartments | 2bd | 2BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| Sumner Avenue Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.62 |
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