Cheap Homes for Rent in Central Oakland Neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA from $600 (8 Rentals)

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Central Oakland, Pittsburgh, PA Local Guide

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 Hudson Oakland priced from $1,400. The Bridge on Forbes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 3 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,515. Here are the most affordable Central Oakland apartments for rent in Pittsburgh, PA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Hudson Oakland306 Craft 1B1B + Den1BR,1BA$1,400
The Bridge on ForbesC3 - A - Standard3BR,3BA$1,515
University Commons324|330 McKee- 2 Bedroom (612SF) | University C...2BR,1BA$1,600

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central Oakland, PA

As of June 27, 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
312 Ophelia St, Unit #5- Summer ONLY312 Ophelia St5BR,3BA$0.26
Portal PlaceTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.67
Hudson Oakland3229 Joe Hammer 3B1B2BR,1BA$2.21
Bates Hill ApartmentsTwo Bedroom Two Bath2BR,2BA$2.27
Hudson Oakland (Semple)3508 Cable Place "Heinz"2BR,1BA$2.30
The Park at Southside WorksA1Studio ,1BA$3.17
University Commons324|330 McKee- 2 Bedroom (485SF) | University C...2BR,1BA$3.30
The Bridge on ForbesS1 - B - Top FloorStudio ,1BA$5.01

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Frequently Asked Questions about Central Oakland

What type of rentals are currently available in Central Oakland?

There are currently 127 Apartments for Rent in Central Oakland, PA with pricing that ranges from $600 to $4,550. There are also 23 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Central Oakland ranging from $600 to $3,100.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Central Oakland?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Central Oakland ranges from $600 to $3,100 with an average monthly rent of $2,032.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Central Oakland?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Central Oakland range from $600 to $4,013, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,650 to $3,025. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,000 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,800.

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