
Pet Friendly Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA (83 Rentals)
Apartments for rent in the Downtown area of Pittsburgh that love your dogs or cats as much as you do!


Edge 1909

The Preserve at Heinz

The Cork Factory Lofts

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The District

Glasshouse Pittsburgh

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Heinz Lofts

City View Apartments
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Helm on the Allegheny

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930 Penn Ave

The Commonwealth Building

The Residences @ The GARDEN

Eighth and Penn

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Market Square Place

North Shore Flats

1627 On The Strip

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Allegheny Branch House Lofts

Lofts of Mount Washington

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The Revival on Carson

Etage Apartments

Century Building

521 Avery St, Unit 2, Unit 2

306 4th Ave, Unit 603, Unit 603

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2507 Penn Ave, Unit 3rd Floor, Unit 3rd Floor

2505 Penn Ave, Unit Floor 2, Unit Floor 2
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1713 Locust St, Unit 2, Unit 2

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1016 Bingham St, Unit 1, Unit 1

2116 Bedford Ave

230 Wick St

413 E Carson St

452 William St

1718 Merriman Ct

218 W North Ave

363 Woodruff St, Unit 2

153 Labelle St, Unit SI ID1359753P
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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 | $1,555 | $945 | $4,500 |
| Downtown 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,943 | $850 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,575 | $1,150 | $9,213 |
| Downtown 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,303 | $1,595 | $7,412 |
| Downtown 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,024 | $1,800 | $2,129 |
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There are currently 83 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA.
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Most Pet Friendly Downtown Apartments for Rent
The apartment community in the Downtown area of Pittsburgh, PA that ranks the highest in Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score on ApartmentHomeLiving.com is The Cork Factory Lofts with prices starting from $2,099 and a Pet Friendly score of 4 of 4. City View Apartments scores the second highest with a 4 of 4 and has availability currently starting from $1,460. Here are the most Pet Friendly Downtown apartments for rent in Pittsburgh, PA:
| Apartment Listing | Pet Rating | Neighborhood | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Cork Factory Lofts | 4/4 | Strip District | $2,099 |
| City View Apartments | 4/4 | Lower Hill | $1,460 |
| Fifth Avenue School Lofts | 4/4 | Uptown Pittsburgh | $1,720 |
| Eighth and Penn | 4/4 | Cultural District | $1,250 |
| The Venue Apartments | 3.8/4 | The Point | $1,474 |
| The Preserve at Heinz | 3.8/4 | Northshore | $1,375 |
| Market Square Place | 3.4/4 | Market Square | $1,825 |
| Live South Side | 3.4/4 | Southside Flats | $1,499 |
| Lot 24 Apartments | 3.4/4 | Strip District | $2,349 |
| Flats on Fifth | 3.4/4 | Crawford Roberts Hill | $1,235 |
Cheapest Pet Friendly Apartment Rentals in Downtown
The lowest priced apartment unit that allows pets currently in the Downtown of Downtown is the Maddock Model at Eighth and Penn, which is a Studio unit starting from $1,250. The second cheapest Downtown Pet Friendly apartment is the 1 Bedroom Suite A 1 Bed unit at Flats on Fifth starting at $1,295. Here are the most affordable Pet Friendly Downtown apartments:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Eighth and Penn | Maddock | $1,250 |
| Flats on Fifth | 1 Bedroom Suite A | $1,295 |
| The Preserve at Heinz | 1X1 | $1,375 |
| City View Apartments | Style 05 | $1,460 |
| Live South Side | Ryan Haus #102 | $1,499 |
| The Venue Apartments | City View 2 - Designer | $1,589 |
| Market Square Place | 303 | $1,825 |
| The Cork Factory Lofts | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | $2,099 |
| Lot 24 Apartments | 1 BR/DEN | $2,349 |
| Fifth Avenue School Lofts | 403 | $2,490 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown, Pittsburgh, PA
Ranked #16
Among cities in Pennsylvania for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Pet Friendly Downtown Apartments
What is the Cheapest Pet Friendly apartment in Downtown?
Currently the most affordable Pet Friendly Apartment in Downtown is at 2116 Bedford Ave listed at $850.
How much is the average rent for a Pet Friendly Downtown Apartment?
The average rent for a Pet Friendly Apartment in Downtown is $2,559.
What is the largest Pet Friendly Downtown Apartment for rent?
Today's Pet Friendly apartment with the most square footage in Downtown is a 2,806 square feet unit starting from $1,504 at Apartments at River View.
What is the average size for Downtown Pet Friendly Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Pet Friendly rental in Downtown is currently at 758 sq ft.
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