
Cheap 1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Central Oakland Neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA from $875 (14 Rentals)


3313 Ward St, Unit Ward #1

Dawson Village

The Oaks

3222 Kennett Square

151 Robinson St

205 Robinson St
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Central Oakland?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central Oakland Studio Apartments | $1,948 | $1,750 | $2,093 |
Central Oakland 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,064 | $875 | $3,393 |
| Central Oakland 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,048 | $1,200 | $4,701 |
| Central Oakland 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,538 | $1,225 | $2,300 |
| Central Oakland 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,950 | $1,600 | $2,300 |
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Ranked #133
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Central Oakland Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Central Oakland?
The cheapest apartment in Central Oakland is Dawson Village which is listed at $1,200, while the average apartment in Central Oakland costs $2,318.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Central Oakland?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 26 regular apartments in Central Oakland that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Central Oakland?
Cheap apartments in Central Oakland have an average cost of $1,068 which is $1,250 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Central Oakland.
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