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3284 Dawson Street, Unit Furnished Bedroom 1
3284 Dawson StreetPittsburgh, PA 15213
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Central Oakland Neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA from $600 (28 Rentals)
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3821 Bates St, Unit 1
3821 Bates StPittsburgh, PA 15213
3423 Ward St
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Dawson Village
3429 Dawson StPittsburgh, PA 15213
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376 Meyran Ave, Unit 2
376 Meyran AvePittsburgh, PA 15213
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343 McKee Pl
343 McKee PlPittsburgh, PA 15213
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University Commons
308 Mckee PlPittsburgh, PA 15213
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309 Halket StPittsburgh, PA 15213
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3408 Parkview AvePittsburgh, PA 15213
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49 Lawn StPittsburgh, PA 15213
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Sussex Apartments
246 McKee PlPittsburgh, PA 15213
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3401 Forbes AvePittsburgh, PA 15213
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402 Atwood StPittsburgh, PA 15213
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3811-3845 Dawson StPittsburgh, 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 | $1,995 | $1,890 | $2,090 |
| Central Oakland 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,953 | $620 | $3,063 |
| Central Oakland 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,946 | $895 | $4,594 |
| Central Oakland 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,592 | $1,095 | $2,991 |
| Central Oakland 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,057 | $1,700 | $3,850 |
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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 Dawson Village priced from $1,200. The Oaks has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,500. Here are the most affordable Central Oakland apartments for rent in Pittsburgh, PA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dawson Village | 1 Bedroom with Balcony | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| The Oaks | Schenley | 2BR,1BA | $1,500 |
| 343 McKee Pl | 3 | 3BR,1BA | $1,800 |
| University Commons | 324|330 McKee- 2 Bedroom (485SF) | University C... | 2BR,1BA | $1,804 |
| The Park at Southside Works | A1 | Studio,1BA | $1,890 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central Oakland, PA
As of January 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Central Oakland area is the $2.42 price per square foot Joe Hammer 3x1 Model at The Oaks in the in the West Oakland neighborhood starting from $2,145. The second greatest value Central Oakland apartment is the 376 Meyran Ave Model at 376 Meyran Ave, Unit 2 starting at $1,300 with a $1.86 price per square foot in the Crawford-Roberts 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Oaks | Joe Hammer 3x1 | 3BR,1BA | $2.42 |
| 376 Meyran Ave, Unit 2 | 376 Meyran Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.86 |
| 343 McKee Pl | 3 | 3BR,1BA | $2.57 |
| University Commons | 324|330 McKee- 2 Bedroom (485SF) | University C... | 2BR,1BA | $2.95 |
| Dawson Village | 1 Bedroom with Balcony | 1BR,1BA | $2.11 |
| The Park at Southside Works | A1 | Studio ,1BA | $3.43 |
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 $1,890.
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 $5,285.
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 17 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 $733 which is $4,552 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Central Oakland.
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