
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Central Northside Neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA from $1,200 (16 Rentals)
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1613 Buena Vista St, Unit 1613 Buena Vista St, Unit 1613 Buena Vista St

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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Central Northside?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central Northside Studio Apartments | $1,299 | $1,249 | $1,350 |
| Central Northside 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,704 | $1,350 | $1,950 |
| Central Northside 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,182 | $1,400 | $2,800 |
| Central Northside 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,225 | $1,225 | $1,225 |
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There are currently 16 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Central Northside Neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA.
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Cheapest Available Central Northside Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Central Northside area of Pittsburgh, PA is a Studio unit found at Allegheny Branch House Lofts priced from $1,249. Allegheny City Stables Lofts has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,300. Here are the most affordable Central Northside apartments for rent in Pittsburgh, PA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Allegheny Branch House Lofts | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,249 |
| Allegheny City Stables Lofts | Thoroughbred | Studio,1BA | $1,300 |
| The Residences @ The GARDEN | B | 1BR,1BA | $1,775 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central Northside, PA
As of April 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Central Northside area is the $1.33 price per square foot 1217 Resaca Pl Model at 1217 Resaca Pl, Unit 1st fl in the in the Allegheny West neighborhood starting from $1,600. The second greatest value Central Northside apartment is the 1613 Buena Vista St Model at 1613 Buena Vista St, Unit 1613 Buena Vista St starting at $1,400 with a $1.27 price per square foot in the Allegheny West neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Central Northside apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1217 Resaca Pl, Unit 1st fl | 1217 Resaca Pl | 2BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| 1613 Buena Vista St, Unit 1613 Buena Vista St | 1613 Buena Vista St | 2BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| Allegheny City Stables Lofts | Oldenburg | Studio ,1BA | $1.80 |
| The Residences @ The GARDEN | B | 1BR,1BA | $2.59 |
| Allegheny Branch House Lofts | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.42 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Central Northside Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Central Northside?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Central Northside is at Allegheny Branch House Lofts listed at $1,249.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Central Northside Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Central Northside Apartment is $1,629 at Allegheny Branch House Lofts.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Central Northside Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Central Northside is starting from $2,299 at Allegheny Branch House Lofts.
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