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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Central Oakland Neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA from $600 (16 Rentals)
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312 Ophelia St, Unit #5- Summer ONLY
312 Ophelia StPittsburgh, PA 15213
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21 Hodge St
PittsburghPA15213
318 Saline St
PittsburghPA15207
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3203 Joe Hammer Square
PittsburghPA15213
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Helm on the Allegheny
2239 Railroad StPittsburgh, PA 15222
51 Bates St
PittsburghPA15213
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Hudson Oakland
300-306 Craft AvePittsburgh, PA 15213
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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 | $1,775 | $1,105 | $2,212 |
| Central Oakland 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,152 | $795 | $3,799 |
| Central Oakland 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,703 | $745 | $4,598 |
| Central Oakland 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,393 | $1,125 | $3,774 |
| Central Oakland 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,362 | $1,800 | $2,800 |
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Cheapest Available Central Oakland Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Central Oakland area of Pittsburgh, PA is a 1 Bed unit found at Helm on the Allegheny priced from $1,050. Hudson Oakland has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,400. Here are the most affordable Central Oakland apartments for rent in Pittsburgh, PA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Helm on the Allegheny | Co-Living Suite | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
| Hudson Oakland | 306 Craft 1B1B + Den | 1BR,1BA | $1,400 |
| The Bridge on Forbes | C3 - A - Standard | 3BR,3BA | $1,515 |
| University Commons | 324|330 McKee- 2 Bedroom (612SF) | University C... | 2BR,1BA | $1,600 |
| Connection at Southside | The Charge | Studio,1BA | $1,629 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central Oakland, PA
As of June 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the Central Oakland area is the $0.26 price per square foot 312 Ophelia St Model at 312 Ophelia St, Unit #5- Summer ONLY in the in the West Oakland neighborhood starting from $600. The second greatest value Central Oakland apartment is the Two Bedroom Model at Portal Place starting at $2,000 with a $1.67 price per square foot in the West Oakland neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Central Oakland apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 312 Ophelia St, Unit #5- Summer ONLY | 312 Ophelia St | 5BR,3BA | $0.26 |
| Portal Place | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.67 |
| Hudson Oakland | 3229 Joe Hammer 3B1B | 2BR,1BA | $2.21 |
| Bates Hill Apartments | Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.40 |
| Hudson Oakland (Semple) | 3508 Cable Place "Heinz" | 2BR,1BA | $2.30 |
| Brix at 26 | 404 | 1BR,1BA | $2.73 |
| Connection at Southside | The Sheet | Studio ,1BA | $2.79 |
| The Park at Southside Works | A1 | Studio ,1BA | $3.28 |
| Brewers Block | S9 | Studio ,1BA | $3.28 |
| University Commons | 324|330 McKee- 2 Bedroom (485SF) | University C... | 2BR,1BA | $3.30 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleCentral Oakland, Pittsburgh, PA
Ranked #126
Among neighborhoods in Pittsburgh, PA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet Friendly
Getting Around the Central Oakland Neighborhood in Pittsburgh, PA
Walk Score®
92 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
76 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
69 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Central Oakland Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Central Oakland?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Central Oakland is under $1,805.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Central Oakland?
The cheapest apartment in Central Oakland is Helm on the Allegheny which is listed at $1,050, while the average apartment in Central Oakland costs $2,671.
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 100 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 $825 which is $1,846 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Central Oakland.
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