
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Crafton Heights Neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA from $500 (40 Rentals)
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140 Cohassett St

3021 Ashlyn St

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77 Berry St, Unit 1

The Lofts at Terrain

1402 W Sycamore St

14 Wynne Ave

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141 Oneida St
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Hyland Hills

1869 West

410 Marlow St

144 Wabash St

Emerald Gardens

1020 Lakewood Ave

311 Augusta St, Unit Lower

313 Augusta St, Unit Lower
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The Hamilton

2905 California Ave

Brett Manor

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Noll Townhomes

Bradford Court

3150 Lecky Ave
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29 Coulter St

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909 Chartiers Ave

306 Broadway Ave

104 W Steuben St

Crafton Apartments

907 Chartiers Ave, Unit 2

129 Fountain St
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104 Munson Ave

614 Woodward Ave

1102 Valley St

1247 Chartiers Ave

71 McKinnie Ave

33 St John St
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Crafton Heights, Pittsburgh, PA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Crafton Heights?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crafton Heights Studio Apartments | $1,646 | $910 | $2,500 |
| Crafton Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,314 | $595 | $3,053 |
| Crafton Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,639 | $935 | $4,733 |
| Crafton Heights 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,750 | $1,100 | $3,508 |
| Crafton Heights 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,600 | $1,600 | $1,600 |
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There are currently 40 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Crafton Heights Neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA.
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Cheapest Available Crafton Heights Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Crafton Heights area of Pittsburgh, PA is a 1 Bed unit found at The Aspen Court Apartments priced from $915. Crafton Broadhead Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $935. Here are the most affordable Crafton Heights apartments for rent in Pittsburgh, PA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Aspen Court Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $915 |
| Crafton Broadhead Apartments | Spacious 2 Bedroom Apartment (630) | 2BR,1BA | $935 |
| 1869 West | Two Bedroom - B1 | 2BR,1BA | $1,039 |
| Hyland Hills | 1 BR (B) | 1BR,1BA | $1,120 |
| The Hamilton | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,199 |
| Allegheny Branch House Lofts | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,249 |
| Emerald Gardens | 2BR PH1 | 2BR,1BA | $1,295 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Crafton Heights, PA
As of June 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Crafton Heights 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 Crafton Heights apartment is the 331 Clarence Street Model at 331 Clarence Street, Unit 331 Clarence starting at $1,600 with a $0.73 price per square foot in the Allegheny West neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Crafton Heights 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 |
| 331 Clarence Street, Unit 331 Clarence | 331 Clarence Street | 4BR,2BA | $0.73 |
| 1238 Superior Ave | single family home | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.02 |
| 1411 W North Ave | single family home | 3BR,1BA | $1.07 |
| 77 Berry St, Unit 1 | 77 Berry St | 1BR,1BA | $0.72 |
| 1425 Hamlin St, Unit 1421 Hamlin Street | 1425 Hamlin St | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.65 |
| 14 Maplewood Ave, Unit 14 | 14 Maplewood Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| The Hamilton | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| Crafton Apartments | Spacious 2 Bedroom Apartment (630) | 2BR,1BA | $1.31 |
| 141 Oneida St | 141 Oneida St | 2BR,1BA | $1.42 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Crafton Heights Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Crafton Heights?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Crafton Heights is under $1,295.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Crafton Heights?
The cheapest apartment in Crafton Heights is Aspen Court Apartments which is listed at $915, while the average apartment in Crafton Heights costs $1,650.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Crafton Heights?
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 5 regular apartments in Crafton Heights 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 Crafton Heights?
Cheap apartments in Crafton Heights have an average cost of $369 which is $1,281 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Crafton Heights.
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