
Cheap Homes for Rent in Downtown Neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA from $700 (13 Rentals)
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86 S 15th St

1818 Carey Wy

84 S 15th St

917 Pretense Way, Unit PR 1

1729 Carey Way

179 Amabell St

208 Kearsarge St

328 Merrimac St

109 S 13th St

1702 Sidney St

320 Fort Duquesne Blvd

320 Fort Duquesne Blvd
Downtown, Pittsburgh, PA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Downtown?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Downtown 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,494 | $1,195 | $6,000 |
Downtown 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,979 | $1,450 | $8,000 |
Downtown 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,300 | $2,000 | $2,600 |
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There are currently 13 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown area of Pittsburgh, PA is a Studio unit found at Park View Apartments priced from $945. Crawford Square Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,069. Here are the most affordable Downtown apartments for rent in Pittsburgh, PA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Park View Apartments | ST-A | Studio,1BA | $945 |
Crawford Square Apartments | 1 Bedroom Tax Credit*** | 1BR,1BA | $1,069 |
Helm on the Allegheny | Co-Living Micro | Studio,1BA | $1,105 |
City View Apartments | Style 15 | Studio,1BA | $1,229 |
Mountvue Apartments | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,231 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown, PA
As of September 16, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown area is the $1.50 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Townhome Model at 18 Greenbush Street in the in the Central Business District neighborhood starting from $4,250. The second greatest value Downtown apartment is the 68 S 11th St Model at 68 S 11th St, Unit 3 starting at $1,895 with a $1.04 price per square foot in the Central Business District neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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18 Greenbush Street | 3 Bedroom Townhome | 3BR,3.5BA | $1.50 |
68 S 11th St, Unit 3 | 68 S 11th St | 2BR,1BA | $1.04 |
51 S 17th St, Unit 51 S 17th St | 51 S 17th St | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.25 |
129 W Sycamore St, Unit 2 | 129 W Sycamore St | 2BR,2BA | $1.10 |
1211 Buena Vista St, Unit #4 | 1211 Buena Vista St | 1BR,1BA | $1.07 |
84 S 15th St, Unit 3 | 84 S 15th St | 2BR,1BA | $0.96 |
1217 Resaca Pl, Unit 1st fl | 1217 Resaca Pl | 2BR,1BA | $1.33 |
1500 E Carson St, Unit 3rd Floor | 1500 E Carson St | 2BR,1BA | $1.45 |
1211 Buena Vista St, Unit #3 | 1211 Buena Vista St | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
Residences at South High | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.37 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown
What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown?
There are currently 247 Apartments for Rent in Downtown, PA with pricing that ranges from $795 to $6,500. There are also 58 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown ranging from $750 to $8,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Downtown?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Downtown ranges from $750 to $8,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,139.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Downtown?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Downtown range from $1,150 to $5,997, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,450 to $8,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,000 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,650.
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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