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712 Herron Ave, Unit 710
$1,045
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712 Herron Ave, Unit 710

712 Herron AvePittsburgh, PA 15219
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1403 Methyl St, Unit 1
$1,095
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1403 Methyl St, Unit 1

1403 Methyl StPittsburgh, PA 15216
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3208 Brereton St, Unit 4
$1,145
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3208 Brereton St, Unit 4

3208 Brereton StPittsburgh, PA 15219
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Downtown Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Downtown Pittsburgh Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Pittsburgh area of Pittsburgh, PA is a Studio unit found at Baum Boulevard priced from $600. Fallowfield Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $925. Here are the most affordable Downtown Pittsburgh apartments for rent in Pittsburgh, PA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Baum BoulevardResidentialStudio,1BA$600
Fallowfield ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$925
Park View ApartmentsST-AStudio,1BA$945
Aberdeen ApartmentsEfficiencyStudio,1BA$1,000
CENTRE COURT -- 158CENTRE COURT -- 158 - 5-HStudio,1BA$1,049
Ohara Place Apartments LP1 Bedroom Silver1BR,1BA$1,095

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Pittsburgh, PA

As of July 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Pittsburgh area is the $0.40 price per square foot 2822 Salisbury St Model at 2822 Salisbury St in the in the Crawford-Roberts neighborhood starting from $1,395. The second greatest value Downtown Pittsburgh 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 Downtown Pittsburgh apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
2822 Salisbury St2822 Salisbury St4BR,2BA$0.40
331 Clarence Street, Unit 331 Clarence331 Clarence Street4BR,2BA$0.73
1238 Superior Avesingle family home3BR,1.5BA$1.02
1411 W North Avesingle family home3BR,1BA$1.07
2120 Bedford Ave, Unit 12120 Bedford Ave2BR,1BA$1.00
128 Cohassett St, Unit 1128 Cohassett St1BR,1.5BA$1.21
94 S 12th St, Unit 194 S 12th St1BR,1BA$0.93
403 Boggs Ave, Unit 2403 Boggs Ave2BR,1BA$1.14
3208 Brereton St1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$1.15
3208 Brereton St, Unit 43208 Brereton St1BR,1BA$1.15

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Pittsburgh's Academic Gems: A Local Expert's University and Housing Guide

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

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ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals in metropolitan areas across the United States, including Pittsburgh. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and easy access to the parks, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, family-friendly amenities, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Pittsburgh Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Downtown Pittsburgh?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Downtown Pittsburgh is under $1,095.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Pittsburgh?

The cheapest apartment in Downtown Pittsburgh is Ohara Place Apartments LP which is listed at $1,095, while the average apartment in Downtown Pittsburgh costs $2,350.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown Pittsburgh?

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 82 regular apartments in Downtown Pittsburgh 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 Downtown Pittsburgh?

Cheap apartments in Downtown Pittsburgh have an average cost of $390 which is $1,960 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown Pittsburgh.

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Pittsburgh: An Insider's Guide to the Steel City

Written by: Christine DiMaria

Pittsburgh — home of the Steelers, Three Rivers, and more culture than one city should be allowed. For tourists, it's a mecca for history, sports, and good eats. For us who call it home, it has all the essentials and more.

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Work and Live in the Burgh: The Top Employers and Where to Find Your Perfect Pittsburgh Apartment

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While your mind probably automatically drifts to the steel mills when you hear Pittsburgh, long gone are the days when the city was the leading steel producer in the country — and at one time, the world.

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Besides Pittsburgh's yearly homage to pickles, nationally recognized football team, and coinage of the word "yinz," the city is also known for its renowned higher education opportunities.

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