
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA (130 Rentals)


Edge 1909

The Preserve at Heinz

The Cork Factory Lofts

The Mercer

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The District

Helm on the Allegheny

Terminal 21

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Glasshouse Pittsburgh

Kaufmanns
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Heinz Lofts

Lot 24 Apartments

The Pennsylvanian

City View Apartments

Park View Apartments

The Commonwealth Building

North Shore Flats

1709 FIFTH AVE

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Flats on Fifth

Fifth Avenue School Lofts

Market Square Place

The Venue Apartments

Bracken House

First Avenue Lofts

Live South Side

Lofts of Mount Washington

Allegheny City Stables Lofts
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Mountvue Apartments

308 Miltenberger St

The Revival on Carson

Allegheny Branch House Lofts

Etage Apartments

Century Building

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13 Uxor Way, Unit 2

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237 Grandview Ave, Unit Great view at Grandview

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114 Olympia St, Unit 3

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94 S 12th St, Unit 1
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60 S 17th St, Unit 60-A

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1001 E Carson St

2330 Penn Ave, Unit 202

17 Pittsburgh, Unit 1

910 Bingham St

320 Fort Duquesne Blvd, Unit 8M

320 Fort Duquesne Blvd, Unit 8N

1205 E Carson St

111 S 13th St

46 S 11th St
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Downtown, Pittsburgh, PA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Studio Apartments | $1,522 | $945 | $4,500 |
Downtown 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,006 | $945 | $6,428 |
| Downtown 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,745 | $1,145 | $5,911 |
| Downtown 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,889 | $1,200 | $4,318 |
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There are currently 130 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA.
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Largest Available Downtown 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in the Downtown area of Pittsburgh, PA is found at The Cork Factory Lofts and is listed at 1,571 square feet priced from $3,499. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Cork Factory Lofts | T1-A | 1,571 Sq Ft | $3,499 |
| Etage Apartments | One Bedroom | 1,500 Sq Ft | $3,000 |
| Encore | Opus | 1,194 Sq Ft | $2,335 |
| Allegheny City Stables Lofts | Paso Fino | 1,095 Sq Ft | $1,950 |
| LiveWell Apartments | 1BR 1C | 979 Sq Ft | $1,882 |
| Lot 24 Apartments | 1BR/DEN | 972 Sq Ft | $2,499 |
| Park View Apartments | 1B-E | 890 Sq Ft | $1,545 |
| Flats on Fifth | 1 Bedroom Suite D | 880 Sq Ft | $1,295 |
| Allegheny Branch House Lofts | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 603 Sq Ft | $1,629 |
| Helm on the Allegheny | 1 Bedroom | 560 Sq Ft | $1,830 |
Cheapest Available Downtown 1 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit Downtown of Pittsburgh, PA is the 1 Bedroom Suite A Model starting from $1,295 at Flats on Fifth. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Downtown is currently $2,006. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Flats on Fifth | 1 Bedroom Suite A | $1,295 |
| Press House Apartments | Hughes | $1,315 |
| Park View Apartments | 1B-C | $1,320 |
| Terminal 21 | A4 One Bedroom | $1,329 |
| Lofts of Mount Washington | One Bedroom | $1,425 |
| 308 Miltenberger St | 1 Bed - Cityview | $1,450 |
| First Avenue Lofts | 1BR/1.0BA | $1,450 |
| Crawford Square Apartments | One Bedroom | $1,458 |
| Heinz Lofts | 1 Bedroom FP D1 | $1,584 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown, Pittsburgh, PA
Ranked #17
Among cities in Pennsylvania for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
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Our team compiles millions of data points to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Downtown, Pittsburgh, and the greater Pittsburgh area. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, luxury housing options, pet-friendly features, apartment complexes for the kids, proximity to transit, and other valuable search options. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.
Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Downtown Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Downtown with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Downtown is at Flats on Fifth listed at $1,295.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Downtown Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Downtown is $2,006.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Downtown Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Downtown is a 1,571 square feet unit starting from $3,499 at The Cork Factory Lofts.
What is the average size for Downtown 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Downtown is currently 1,259 sq ft.
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