
Studio Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA (92 Rentals)


Edge 1909

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The District

Kaufmanns

The Pennsylvanian

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Helm on the Allegheny

Terminal 21

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845 N Lincoln Ave

823 N Lincoln Ave

Whiskey Barrel Flats

614-616 Foreland St

13th Street Commons

Market at Fifth

21 West

301 Miltenberger St

835 N Lincoln Ave

514 W North Ave
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627 Suismon St

1424-1428 Muriel St

512 W North Ave

8 E North Ave

Otto Milk Condominiums

Fox Way Commons

316-318 W North Ave

800 Beech Ave

1705 Wharton St

832 N Lincoln Ave
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112 W North Ave

1300 Muriel St

406 W North Ave

706 James St

The Carlyle Ground Floor

728-730 James St

400 W North Ave

2500 Smallman St

Conestoga Hall

10 E Sycamore 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 | $1,604 | $1,000 | $4,500 |
| Downtown 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,972 | $945 | $4,825 |
| Downtown 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,743 | $1,145 | $5,911 |
| Downtown 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,928 | $1,200 | $4,318 |
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There are currently 92 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA.
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Largest Available Downtown Studio Apartments
The largest available Studio apartment unit in the Downtown area of Pittsburgh, PA is found at LiveWell Apartments and is listed at 957 square feet priced from $1,470. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| LiveWell Apartments | Loft LA | 957 Sq Ft | $1,470 |
| Etage Apartments | Studio | 802 Sq Ft | $3,000 |
| 1627 On The Strip | S1005 | 685 Sq Ft | $1,635 |
| First Avenue Lofts | 0BR/1.0BA | 625 Sq Ft | $1,450 |
| Park View Apartments | ST-D | 620 Sq Ft | $1,265 |
| The Mercer | V5.2 | 583 Sq Ft | $1,940 |
| Edge 1909 | Foundry | 581 Sq Ft | $1,875 |
| Mountvue Apartments | 0BR/1.0BA | 580 Sq Ft | $1,455 |
| Allegheny Branch House Lofts | Studio | 516 Sq Ft | $1,249 |
| City View Apartments | Style 15 | 460 Sq Ft | $1,418 |
Cheapest Available Downtown Studio Apartments
Currently the lowest priced Studio apartment unit Downtown of Pittsburgh, PA is the Co-Living Micro Model starting from $1,000 at Helm on the Allegheny. The average price for all Studio apartments in Downtown is currently $1,604. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Helm on the Allegheny | Co-Living Micro | $1,000 |
| Park View Apartments | ST-C | $1,175 |
| Allegheny Branch House Lofts | Studio | $1,249 |
| City View Apartments | Style 15 | $1,418 |
| First Avenue Lofts | 0BR/1.0BA | $1,450 |
| Mountvue Apartments | 0BR/1.0BA | $1,455 |
| LiveWell Apartments | Loft LA | $1,470 |
| 1627 On The Strip | S1005 | $1,635 |
| Edge 1909 | Foundry | $1,875 |
| The Mercer | V2 | $1,890 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Studio Downtown Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Downtown with Studio?
Currently the most affordable Studio in Downtown is at Helm on the Allegheny listed at $1,000.
How much is the average rent for a Studio Downtown Apartment?
The average rent for a Studio Apartment in Downtown is $1,604.
What is the largest available Studio Downtown Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Downtown is a 957 square feet unit starting from $1,470 at LiveWell Apartments.
What is the average size for Downtown Studio Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Studio rental in Downtown is currently 549 sq ft.
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