
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Crafton Heights Neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA from $700 (29 Rentals)
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1285 Clairhaven St

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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Crafton Heights?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crafton Heights Studio Apartments | $1,562 | $950 | $2,500 |
| Crafton Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,573 | $750 | $3,966 |
| Crafton Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,676 | $925 | $4,226 |
| Crafton Heights 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,828 | $1,084 | $4,813 |
| Crafton Heights 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,425 | $1,250 | $1,600 |
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There are currently 29 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 2 Beds unit found at Crafton Broadhead Apartments priced from $935. Aspen Court Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $945. Here are the most affordable Crafton Heights apartments for rent in Pittsburgh, PA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crafton Broadhead Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $935 |
| Aspen Court Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $945 |
| The Lofts at Terrain | Studio Apartment | Studio,1BA | $950 |
| 1869 West | Two Bedroom - B1 | 2BR,1BA | $984 |
| City Vista | A1 | Studio,1BA | $1,302 |
| The Hamilton | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,315 |
| Hyland Hills | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,350 |
| Allegheny Branch House Lofts | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,441 |
| Emerald Gardens | 2BR PH3 | 2BR,1BA | $1,445 |
| Grandview Pointe Apartments | Olympia | 1BR,1BA | $1,487 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Crafton Heights, PA
As of December 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the Crafton Heights area is the $0.73 price per square foot 331 Clarence Street Model at 331 Clarence Street, Unit 331 Clarence in the in the Allegheny West neighborhood starting from $1,600. The second greatest value Crafton Heights apartment is the Two Bed Model at 930 N Lincoln Ave starting at $2,050 with a $1.78 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 331 Clarence Street, Unit 331 Clarence | 331 Clarence Street | 4BR,2BA | $0.73 |
| 930 N Lincoln Ave | Two Bed | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.78 |
| Allegheny City Stables Lofts | Stallion | 2BR,2BA | $1.92 |
| The Hamilton | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.32 |
| Hyland Hills | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.60 |
| Emerald Gardens | 2BR PH3 | 2BR,1BA | $1.76 |
| Crafton Broadhead Apartments | 2 Bedroom - 2500 Building | 2BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| Aspen Court Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| 1869 West | Two Bedroom - B1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.57 |
| The Lofts at Terrain | Studio Apartment | Studio ,1BA | $1.88 |
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 $1,487.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Crafton Heights?
The cheapest apartment in Crafton Heights is The Hamilton which is listed at $1,315, while the average apartment in Crafton Heights costs $5,356.
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 3 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 $375 which is $4,981 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Crafton Heights.
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