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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

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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 Park View Apartments priced from $895. Liberty Point Apartments LP has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $950. Here are the most affordable Downtown Pittsburgh apartments for rent in Pittsburgh, PA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Park View ApartmentsST-AStudio,1BA$895
Liberty Point Apartments LP1B / 1B1BR,1BA$950
Fallowfield Apartments1 BD / 1 BA1BR,1BA$960
Carson Square ApartmentsU1BR,1BA$1,000
Steiner Realty South Side ListingsCAREY1BR,1BA$1,020
Ohara Place Apartments LP1 Bedroom Silver1BR,1BA$1,050
Crawford Square Apartments1 Bedroom Tax Credit***1BR,1BA$1,069
NevilletreeHoneysuckle1BR,1BA$1,085

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Pittsburgh, PA

As of September 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Pittsburgh 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 Downtown Pittsburgh apartment is the 236 Smith Way Model at 236 Smith Way, Unit 2 starting at $1,250 with a $0.66 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.
331 Clarence Street, Unit 331 Clarence331 Clarence Street4BR,2BA$0.73
236 Smith Way, Unit 2236 Smith Way2BR,1BA$0.66
323 38th St, Unit 2323 38th St2BR,1.5BA$0.93
1117 Freyburg St, Unit 1117 Freyburg 2nd Flr1117 Freyburg St2BR,2.5BA$0.93
129 W Sycamore St, Unit 2129 W Sycamore St2BR,2BA$1.10
1211 Buena Vista St, Unit #41211 Buena Vista St1BR,1BA$1.07
Skyline Terrace2 BD 1 BA2BR,1BA$0.95
84 S 15th St, Unit 384 S 15th St2BR,1BA$0.96
1626 Lowrie St, Unit 11626 Lowrie St2BR,2BA$1.20
1659 Methyl St, Unit 16591659 Methyl St2BR,1BA$1.00

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Downtown Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA

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Among cities in Pennsylvania for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Pittsburgh

What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown Pittsburgh?

There are currently 908 Apartments for Rent in Downtown Pittsburgh, PA with pricing that ranges from $795 to $14,990. There are also 267 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown Pittsburgh ranging from $550 to $8,000.

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 $550 to $8,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,375.

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 $845 to $7,228, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $550 to $8,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $725 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,600.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Top 10 Most Affordable Neighborhoods in Pittsburgh: A Local Real Estate Expert Guide

Written by: Christine DiMaria

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.

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The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Hard truth. Moving is never easy. I’ve done it all – from local moves to cross-country relocations From packing to unpacking the last box, I have found moving to be an exhausting, expensive and stressful experience every time.