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

502 Cato St, Unit Top 2 bd unit

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Central Oakland, Pittsburgh, PA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Central Oakland?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Central Oakland 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,365 | $1,200 | $1,695 |
Central Oakland 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,063 | $1,650 | $3,025 |
Central Oakland 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,336 | $2,000 | $3,000 |
Central Oakland 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,367 | $600 | $3,100 |
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There are currently 8 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Central Oakland Neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA.
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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 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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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 |
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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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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 Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.27 |
Hudson Oakland (Semple) | 3508 Cable Place "Heinz" | 2BR,1BA | $2.30 |
The Park at Southside Works | A1 | Studio ,1BA | $3.17 |
University Commons | 324|330 McKee- 2 Bedroom (485SF) | University C... | 2BR,1BA | $3.30 |
The Bridge on Forbes | S1 - B - Top Floor | Studio ,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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