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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Central Oakland Neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA from $600 (24 Rentals)
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3602 Bates St
PittsburghPA15213
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$850Studio Apartment Available Jan 1, 2026
3422 Ward St, Unit ROOM RENTAL Floor 2
3422 Ward StPittsburgh, PA 15213
3317 Juliet St
PittsburghPA15213
3320 Ward St
PittsburghPA15213
3203 Joe Hammer Square
PittsburghPA15213
3604 Fifth Ave
PittsburghPA15213
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$1,0501 Bedroom Apartment Available Aug 1, 2026
514 Semple St, Unit 1
514 Semple StPittsburgh, PA 15213
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$1,1001 Bedroom Apartment Available Aug 1, 2026
3821 Bates St, Unit 1
3821 Bates StPittsburgh, PA 15213
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$1,133 - $3,8021 to 4 Bedroom Apartments Available Jan 15, 2026
University Commons
308 Mckee PlPittsburgh, PA 15213
318 Saline St
PittsburghPA15207
3329 Ward St
PittsburghPA15213
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$1,2002 Bedroom Apartment Available Aug 20, 2026
3225 Joe Hammer Square, Unit 2
3225 Joe Hammer SquarePittsburgh, PA 15213
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Dawson Village
3429 Dawson StPittsburgh, PA 15213
3610 Dawson St
PittsburghPA15213
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350 Coltart Ave
PittsburghPA15213
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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 | $1,837 | $850 | $2,090 |
| Central Oakland 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,952 | $845 | $3,063 |
| Central Oakland 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,958 | $1,200 | $4,594 |
| Central Oakland 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,716 | $1,125 | $2,991 |
| Central Oakland 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,081 | $600 | $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. 343 McKee Pl has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,300. 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 - ASK ABOUT MOVE IN SPEC... | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| 343 McKee Pl | 2 | 2BR,1BA | $1,300 |
| The Oaks | Schenley | 2BR,1BA | $1,500 |
| The Park at Southside Works | A1 | Studio,1BA | $1,909 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central Oakland, PA
As of December 12, 2025 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 |
| Dawson Village | 1 Bedroom with Balcony - ASK ABOUT MOVE IN SPEC... | 1BR,1BA | $2.11 |
| The Park at Southside Works | A1 | Studio ,1BA | $3.46 |
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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
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 $1,909.
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 15 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 $916 which is $4,369 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Central Oakland.
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Everything is a negotiation in real estate!