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Terminal 21

415 Ella St

2423 Wrights Wy

2709 Josephine St

311 Augusta

1114 Sarah St

3329 Ward St

1715 Locust St, Unit G

Dawson Village
Downtown Pittsburgh - One of the Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Pittsburgh
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City View Apartments

3610 Dawson St

28 Mt Oliver St

Flats on Fifth

352 N Craig St

Allegheny Branch House Lofts

21-23-23 Bailey Ave

210 Taylor St

1408 Methyl St

3271 Niagara Square
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1914-1918 B St

2104 Carey Way, Unit 1

11 Fifth Ave

3604 Bates St

2614 Larkins Wy

3157 Josephine St

2626 South Side Flats

The Preserve at Heinz

343 McKee Pl

376 Meyran Ave, Unit 2
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1327 Liverpool St

350 Coltart Ave

108 Stamm Ave

1509 Rockland Ave

218 Giffin Ave

Mountvue Apartments

2721 Cobden St

1740 Arlington Ave

1305 Allegheny Ave

42 Van Braam St

2404 S 18th St

Wellington Apartments

The Pennsylvanian

Lofts of Mount Washington

209 9th St

209 9th St

Eighth and Penn

419 Taylor St

1911 Jane St

1659 Methyl St
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 | $1,582 | $795 | $4,985 |
| Downtown Pittsburgh 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,890 | $620 | $4,602 |
| Downtown Pittsburgh 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,334 | $850 | $7,127 |
| Downtown Pittsburgh 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,349 | $795 | $8,065 |
| Downtown Pittsburgh 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,239 | $650 | $3,850 |
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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 $1,000.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Pittsburgh?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown Pittsburgh is Fallowfield Apartments which is listed at $849, while the average apartment in Downtown Pittsburgh costs $5,660.
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 142 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 $404 which is $5,256 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown Pittsburgh.
Expert Rental Resources
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Helpful Local Expert Guides

Top 10 Most Affordable Neighborhoods in Pittsburgh: A Local Real Estate Expert Guide
Written by: Christine DiMaria
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Pittsburgh's Academic Gems: A Local Expert's University & Housing Guide
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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.

Work and Live in the Burgh: The Top Employers and Where to Find Your Perfect Pittsburgh Apartment
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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property
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Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment
Written by: Bob Mallory
Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.