
Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Pittsburgh Neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA (973 Rentals)


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The Maxx & The Alexandra

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The Park at Southside Works

Edge 1909

The Cork Factory Lofts

The Preserve at Heinz

Hyland Hills

The Julian

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Brewers Block
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The Jones Tower at the Collective

The Mercer

Mulberry Lofts

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The District

Smallman Flats

Terminal 21

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Connection at Southside

Glasshouse Pittsburgh

Kaufmanns

The Foundry at 41st
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3030 South Water Apartments

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SkyVue

Encore

Oak Hill

New King Edward Apartments

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Heinz Lofts

Dawson Village

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The Yards at 3 Crossings

Brix at 26
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Carson Street Commons

The Square on Butler

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Crane Village Apartments

The School House

The Royal York Apartments

RedStone Place

The Pennsylvanian

Lot 24 Apartments
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Helm on the Allegheny

The Franklin on Penn Apartments

930 Penn Ave

Sycamore

The Commonwealth Building

The Oaks

Union on 5th Avenue

North Shore Flats

1709 FIFTH AVE

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Downtown Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Pittsburgh?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Pittsburgh Studio Apartments | $1,754 | $860 | $8,868 |
| Downtown Pittsburgh 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,079 | $670 | $9,541 |
| Downtown Pittsburgh 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,388 | $845 | $9,488 |
| Downtown Pittsburgh 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,355 | $1,099 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Pittsburgh 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,915 | $1,150 | $2,790 |
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There are currently 973 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Pittsburgh Neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA.
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Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving brings you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of rentals in areas across the United States, including Pittsburgh. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for convenient access to the outdoors, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, features that make it easier to raise kids, proximity to transit, and more. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!
Family-Friendly Rating
Do you have little ones? this area of town has established a name for itself as a favorite residential neighborhood for families, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Family Friendly submarkets have features that support parents and kids in having fun and being healthy together. These features include things like green spaces, playgrounds, extra living spaces, features for pets, and having the most respected schools for the kids to attend available.
Outdoors Rating
Love parks and greenspace? Downtown Pittsburgh is a highly-rated section of town for its parks and green spaces, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.
Luxury Living Rating
This area is now ranked as amongst the finest luxury neighborhoods in town, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Luxury Lifestyle Scoring is based on having high-end community amenities like racquetball and tennis courts, luxury pools, maid services, park views, easy access to green space, and kitchen details like granite and high-end fixtures. Luxury communities also often offer hardwood floors and fireplaces, access to sports facilities like golf, raquetball, and tennis, and a full-time security staff or doorman.
Pet Friendly Rating
This area ranks as one of the A-list submarkets for families with pets, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.
Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Pittsburgh
How much are Studio apartments in Downtown Pittsburgh?
There are currently 351 Studio Apartments in Downtown Pittsburgh with rent ranges from $860 to $8,868 with an average price of $1,754.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Downtown Pittsburgh Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Downtown Pittsburgh ranges from $670 to $9,541 with an average monthly rent of $2,079.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Pittsburgh cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Downtown Pittsburgh range from $845 to $9,488. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $2,388.
How expensive are Downtown Pittsburgh Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 129 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Downtown Pittsburgh on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,099 to $11,473 - averaging $2,355 for the location.
Expert Rental Resources
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