Cheap Homes for Rent in the Central Business District Pittsburgh, PA from $1,100 (12 Rentals)

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property at 171 S 17th St

$1,200

2 Bedroom Rentals

Available Aug 1

171 S 17th St

PittsburghPA15203
property at 208 Kearsarge St

$1,295

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2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Townhome for Rent

Available Aug 1

208 Kearsarge St

PittsburghPA15211

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property at 114 S 13th St

$1,299

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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114 S 13th St

PittsburghPA15203

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Central Business District, Pittsburgh, PA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Central Business District Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Central Business District area of Pittsburgh, PA is a Studio unit found at Park View Apartments priced from $975. City View Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,194. Here are the most affordable Central Business District apartments for rent in Pittsburgh, PA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Park View ApartmentsST-AStudio,1BA$975
City View ApartmentsStyle 07Studio,1BA$1,194
Allegheny Branch House LoftsStudioStudio,1BA$1,249
Terminal 21S3 StudioStudio,1BA$1,259
Flats on Fifth1 Bedroom Suite A1BR,1BA$1,295

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central Business District, PA

As of July 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Central Business District area is the $1.44 price per square foot 410 Model at Fifth Avenue School Lofts in the in the Central Business District neighborhood starting from $2,300. The second greatest value Central Business District apartment is the 147 S 16th St Model at 147 S 16th St, Unit 1 starting at $2,100 with a $1.31 price per square foot in the Central Business District neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Central Business District apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Fifth Avenue School Lofts4102BR,2.5BA$1.44
147 S 16th St, Unit 1147 S 16th St3BR,1BA$1.31
930 Penn AveModel C2BR,2BA$1.71
Residences at South HighTwo Bedroom Two Bath2BR,2BA$1.30
900 Penn2 Bedrooms2BR,2BA$1.67
1009 E Carson St, Unit 1009 #2 E Carson St1009 E Carson St2BR,1BA$1.21
2120 Bedford Ave, Unit 12120 Bedford Ave2BR,1BA$1.00
68 S 11th St68 S 11th St2BR,1.5BA$1.33
Sycamore2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.43
44 Wyoming Street2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$1.67

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Central Business District, Pittsburgh, PA

Ranked #20

Among cities in Pennsylvania for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Central Business District

What type of rentals are currently available in Central Business District?

There are currently 237 Apartments for Rent in Central Business District, PA with pricing that ranges from $895 to $6,437. There are also 46 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Central Business District ranging from $1,195 to $3,995.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Central Business District?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Central Business District ranges from $1,195 to $3,995 with an average monthly rent of $2,205.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Central Business District?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Central Business District range from $1,200 to $4,318, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,200 to $3,099. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,640 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,800.

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