
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Central Lawrenceville Neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA from $1,200 (27 Rentals)
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5119 Carnegie St, Unit 2, Unit 2

516 McCandless Ave

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5148 Butler St, Unit 2, Unit 2

4600 Friendship Ave

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3509 Sardis Way, Unit 3, Unit 3

154 Pearl St, Unit 1

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5119 Butler St, Unit Floor 2, Unit Floor 2

Arsenal 201

The Foundry at 41st
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4517 Friendship Ave

4608 Coleridge St

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4010 Butler St, Unit 2, Unit 2

4407 Butler St

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4406 Butler St, Unit 102, Unit 102

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Albion Lawrenceville
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Central Lawrenceville?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central Lawrenceville Studio Apartments | $2,263 | $1,608 | $8,521 |
| Central Lawrenceville 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,511 | $1,250 | $5,102 |
| Central Lawrenceville 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,408 | $1,250 | $6,431 |
| Central Lawrenceville 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,185 | $1,700 | $2,800 |
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There are currently 27 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Central Lawrenceville Neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA.
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Cheapest Available Central Lawrenceville Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Central Lawrenceville area of Pittsburgh, PA is a 1 Bed unit found at Catalyst Lofts priced from $1,400. Arsenal 201 has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,620. Here are the most affordable Central Lawrenceville apartments for rent in Pittsburgh, PA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Catalyst Lofts | One Bedroom Plus Den | 1BR,1BA | $1,400 |
| Arsenal 201 | Harding | Studio,1BA | $1,620 |
| The Foundry at 41st | Steel C1 | Studio,1BA | $1,656 |
| Albion Lawrenceville | S4 | Studio,1BA | $1,841 |
| RedStone Place | 2-Bedroom, 1-Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2,195 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central Lawrenceville, PA
As of May 04, 2026 the best value apartment in the Central Lawrenceville area is the $1.60 price per square foot 5119 Butler St Model at 5119 Butler St, Unit Floor 2 in the in the Troy Hill neighborhood starting from $1,600. The second greatest value Central Lawrenceville apartment is the C1 Model at Albion Lawrenceville starting at $4,076 with a $4.31 price per square foot in the Troy Hill neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Central Lawrenceville apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5119 Butler St, Unit Floor 2 | 5119 Butler St | 1BR,1BA | $1.60 |
| Albion Lawrenceville | C1 | 2BR,2BA | $4.31 |
| Catalyst Lofts | One Bedroom Plus Den | 1BR,1BA | $1.66 |
| RedStone Place | 2-Bedroom, 1-Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.65 |
| 4406 Butler St, Unit 102 | 4406 Butler St | 1BR,1BA | $2.90 |
| The Foundry at 41st | Steel C1 | Studio ,1BA | $2.79 |
| 4407 Butler St | 4407 Butler St | 1BR,1BA | $3.42 |
| Arsenal 201 | Harding | Studio ,1BA | $4.26 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Central Lawrenceville Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Central Lawrenceville?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Central Lawrenceville is at Arsenal 201 listed at $1,608.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Central Lawrenceville Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Central Lawrenceville Apartment is $1,400 at Catalyst Lofts.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Central Lawrenceville Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Central Lawrenceville is starting from $2,195 at RedStone Place.
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