
Cheap Homes for Rent in the Downtown Pittsburgh Neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA from $500 (68 Rentals)
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3034 Iowa St

263 Dunseith St

140 Cohassett St

310 Marsonia St

1712 Lowrie St, Unit Apt 2

201 Locust St, Unit Basement (105 Walnut)

321 Walter St

2002 Spring St

3150 Lecky Ave
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843 Blossom Wy

35 Mt Oliver St, Unit Apt 3

125 Tuscola St

3000 California Ave

2812 Edwards Wy

2641 S 18th St, Unit Apt 2

2300 Arlington Ave, Unit Bottom

1304 Liverpool St, Unit 3

2120 Bedford Ave

2128 Varley St
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3833 Acorn St

616 Lillian St

131 Bausman St

600 E Warrington Ave, Unit Apt 2

17 Pittsburgh, Unit 1

616 Lillian St

171 S 17th St

2317 Mission St, Unit 2

1415 Columbus Ave, Unit B

127 Margaret Street, Unit #1
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1821 Edwards Wy

505 Harker St

23 Millbridge St

714 Industry St

211 Moore Ave

208 Kearsarge St

1017 Valonia St

640 Lillian St

72 Greenbush St

1328 Diana St
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1312 Beechview Ave

114 S 13th St

109 Kenova St

3814 Howley St

1637 Rutherford Ave

4520 Liberty Ave

2405 Arlington Ave

7 Plough St

11 Kosciusko Way

2829 Sumner St
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Downtown Pittsburgh?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Pittsburgh 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,723 | $1,050 | $3,995 |
| Downtown Pittsburgh 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,974 | $1,200 | $4,500 |
| Downtown Pittsburgh 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,028 | $1,290 | $4,000 |
| Downtown Pittsburgh 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,422 | $2,250 | $2,595 |
| Downtown Pittsburgh 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,858 | $800 | $3,500 |
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There are currently 68 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Pittsburgh Neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA.
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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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baum Boulevard | Residential | Studio,1BA | $600 |
| Fallowfield Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $925 |
| Park View Apartments | ST-A | Studio,1BA | $950 |
| Aberdeen Apartments | Efficiency | Studio,1BA | $1,000 |
| CENTRE COURT -- 158 | CENTRE COURT -- 158 - 5-H | Studio,1BA | $1,049 |
| Ohara Place Apartments LP | 1 Bedroom Silver | 1BR,1BA | $1,095 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Pittsburgh, PA
As of July 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Pittsburgh area is the $0.43 price per square foot 2822 Salisbury St Model at 2822 Salisbury St in the in the Crawford-Roberts neighborhood starting from $1,495. 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2822 Salisbury St | 2822 Salisbury St | 4BR,2BA | $0.43 |
| 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 |
| 2120 Bedford Ave, Unit 1 | 2120 Bedford Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| 128 Cohassett St, Unit 1 | 128 Cohassett St | 1BR,1.5BA | $1.21 |
| 94 S 12th St, Unit 1 | 94 S 12th St | 1BR,1BA | $0.93 |
| 403 Boggs Ave, Unit 2 | 403 Boggs Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.14 |
| 3208 Brereton St | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1.15 |
| 3208 Brereton St, Unit 4 | 3208 Brereton St | 1BR,1BA | $1.15 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Pittsburgh
What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown Pittsburgh?
There are currently 918 Apartments for Rent in Downtown Pittsburgh, PA with pricing that ranges from $500 to $10,000. There are also 220 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown Pittsburgh ranging from $650 to $7,200.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Downtown Pittsburgh?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Downtown Pittsburgh ranges from $650 to $7,200 with an average monthly rent of $2,804.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Downtown Pittsburgh?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Downtown Pittsburgh range from $650 to $4,605, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,200 to $4,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,290 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,225.
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