
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Central Oakland Neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA (54 Rentals)


SkyVue

Dawson Village

University Commons

Bates Hill Apartments

3821 Bates St, Unit 1

3284 Dawson Street, Unit Furnished Bedroom 1

309 Halket St

3116 Kennett Sq

3271 Niagara Square
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3606 Fifth Ave

77 Bates St

3320 Ward St

3203 Joe Hammer Square

3604 Fifth Ave

350 Coltart Ave

3423 Ward St

49 Lawn St

361 McKee Pl

349 Atwood St
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3828 Bates St

Mosaic Apartments

317 Meyran Ave

3423 Ward St

351 Atwood St

422 1/2 Atwood St

3305 Dawson St

342-344 Oakland Ave

363 Meyran Ave

422 Atwood St
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Central Oakland Apartments

219 Atwood St

234 Meyran Ave

424 Atwood St

Bruce Residence Hall

Parkview Estates

Forbes Avenue Suites

Dawson Street

Portal Place

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205 Robinson St

141 Robinson St

151 Robinson St

3510 Louisa St

300 Meyran Ave

304 Meyran Ave

3450 Bates St

Hyacinth Place

Lofts at University Commons
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Central Oakland, Pittsburgh, PA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Central Oakland?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central Oakland Studio Apartments | $1,995 | $1,890 | $2,090 |
Central Oakland 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,935 | $620 | $3,063 |
| Central Oakland 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,930 | $895 | $4,594 |
| Central Oakland 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,643 | $1,095 | $2,991 |
| Central Oakland 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,057 | $1,700 | $3,850 |
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Largest Available Central Oakland 1 Bedroom Apartments
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Park at Southside Works | C6 | 1,004 Sq Ft | $2,534 |
| Dawson Village | 1 Bedroom with Balcony | 570 Sq Ft | $1,200 |
Cheapest Available Central Oakland 1 Bedroom Apartments
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Dawson Village | 1 Bedroom with Balcony | $1,200 |
| The Park at Southside Works | B1 | $2,236 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleCentral Oakland, Pittsburgh, PA
Ranked #138
Among cities in Pennsylvania for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Central Oakland Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Central Oakland with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Central Oakland is at Dawson Village listed at $1,200.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Central Oakland Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Central Oakland is $1,935.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Central Oakland Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Central Oakland is a 1,004 square feet unit starting from $2,534 at The Park at Southside Works.
What is the average size for Central Oakland 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Central Oakland is currently 1,400 sq ft.
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