Cheap Homes for Rent in Brighton Heights Neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA from $900 (6 Rentals)

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Cheapest Available Brighton Heights Apartments for Rent

 
Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Alta Vista Apartments1bd- Basement1BR,1BA$825
Sumner Avenue ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$969

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Brighton Heights, PA

As of January 22, 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Alta Vista Apartments2bd2BR,1BA$1.23
Sumner Avenue ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.62

Frequently Asked Questions about Brighton Heights

What type of rentals are currently available in Brighton Heights?

There are currently 69 Apartments for Rent in Brighton Heights, PA with pricing that ranges from $825 to $10,922. There are also 15 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Brighton Heights ranging from $999 to $1,900.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Brighton Heights?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Brighton Heights ranges from $999 to $1,900 with an average monthly rent of $1,413.

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