
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Chartiers City Neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA from $700 (34 Rentals)
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1330-1332-1332 Pritchard St

3021 Ashlyn St

14 Wynne Ave

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1749 Crafton Blvd, Unit 2

410 Marlow St

144 Wabash St

1869 West
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Emerald Gardens

3407 Gass Ave

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1832 Crafton Blvd, Unit 1832B

3226 Richardson Ave

Brett Manor

Northe Pointe

Landis Street Apartments

Bradford Court
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3150 Lecky Ave

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306 Broadway Ave

321 Ella St, Unit 10

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17 Walnut St, Unit 2

Crafton Apartments

336 Gardner St
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321 Ella St, Unit 11

907 Chartiers Ave, Unit 2

321 Ella St, Unit 12

Acadia Court

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1012-1014 Chartiers Avenue

1102 Valley St

1247 Chartiers Ave
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27 Rudolph St

504 Fair Oaks St
Chartiers City, Pittsburgh, PA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Chartiers City?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chartiers City Studio Apartments | $746 | $720 | $800 |
| Chartiers City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,223 | $700 | $1,980 |
| Chartiers City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,495 | $935 | $2,135 |
| Chartiers City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,679 | $1,100 | $2,400 |
| Chartiers City 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,168 | $6,168 | $6,168 |
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There are currently 34 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Chartiers City Neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA.
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Cheapest Available Chartiers City Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Chartiers City area of Pittsburgh, PA is a 2 Beds unit found at Crafton Apartments priced from $935. 1012-1014 Chartiers Avenue has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $950. Here are the most affordable Chartiers City apartments for rent in Pittsburgh, PA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crafton Apartments | Spacious 2 Bedroom Apartment (630) | 2BR,1BA | $935 |
| 1012-1014 Chartiers Avenue | 1012-1014 Chartiers Avenue - 1 | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| The Regency | One Bed - Style 1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| Kennedy Highlands | Hybrid Style 2 - 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $1,320 |
| Emerald Gardens | 2BR PH3 | 2BR,1BA | $1,425 |
| Cedar Ridge Senior Apartments | 1 bedroom, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,830 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Chartiers City, PA
As of July 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Chartiers City area is the $0.62 price per square foot 860 railroad st Model at 860 railroad st, Unit 4 in the in the Fairywood neighborhood starting from $1,499. The second greatest value Chartiers City apartment is the 2BR PH3 Model at Emerald Gardens starting at $1,425 with a $1.74 price per square foot in the Fairywood neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Chartiers City apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 860 railroad st, Unit 4 | 860 railroad st | 3BR,1BA | $0.62 |
| Emerald Gardens | 2BR PH3 | 2BR,1BA | $1.74 |
| 1749 Crafton Blvd, Unit 2 | 1749 Crafton Blvd | 1BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| Crafton Apartments | Spacious 2 Bedroom Apartment (630) | 2BR,1BA | $1.31 |
| Cedar Ridge Senior Apartments | 1 bedroom, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.93 |
| Kennedy Highlands | Hybrid Style 2 - 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $2.33 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleChartiers City, Pittsburgh, PA
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Among cities in Pennsylvania for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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2.5Pet Friendly
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Chartiers City Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Chartiers City?
The cheapest apartment in Chartiers City is 1012-1014 Chartiers Avenue which is listed at $950, while the average apartment in Chartiers City costs $6,168.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Chartiers City?
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 2 regular apartments in Chartiers City 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 Chartiers City?
Cheap apartments in Chartiers City have an average cost of $454 which is $5,714 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Chartiers City.
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