Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Carnegie Neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA from $600 (24 Rentals)
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The Lofts at Terrain

Riverwind at Chatham Park Drive
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207 Railroad Ave

609-611-611 Bank St
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1601 Hillsdale Ave

303 5th Ave

Crafton Broadhead Apartments

104 W Steuben St
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East Carnegie, Pittsburgh, PA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in East Carnegie?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Carnegie Studio Apartments | $1,189 | $950 | $2,159 |
| East Carnegie 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,298 | $650 | $2,362 |
| East Carnegie 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,619 | $850 | $3,071 |
| East Carnegie 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,745 | $1,074 | $3,391 |
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There are currently 24 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the East Carnegie Neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA.
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Cheapest Available East Carnegie Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Carnegie area of Pittsburgh, PA is a 2 Beds unit found at Crafton Broadhead Apartments priced from $935. Aspen Court Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $945. Here are the most affordable East Carnegie apartments for rent in Pittsburgh, PA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crafton Broadhead Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $935 |
| Aspen Court Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $945 |
| The Lofts at Terrain | Studio Apartment | Studio,1BA | $950 |
| 1869 West | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $974 |
| Carriage Park Apartments | Highrise Efficiency | Studio,1BA | $1,020 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Carnegie, PA
As of November 15, 2025 the best value apartment in the East Carnegie area is the $0.70 price per square foot 518 Washington Ave Model at 518 Washington Ave, Unit A in the in the Westwood neighborhood starting from $1,550. The second greatest value East Carnegie apartment is the 1451 Tolma Ave Model at 1451 Tolma Ave, Unit Floor 2 starting at $1,450 with a $1.04 price per square foot in the Banksville neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Carnegie apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 518 Washington Ave, Unit A | 518 Washington Ave | 2BR,2.5BA | $0.70 |
| 1451 Tolma Ave, Unit Floor 2 | 1451 Tolma Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.04 |
| 318 Lydia St, Unit Rear | 318 Lydia St | 2BR,1BA | $1.35 |
| Emerald Gardens | 2BR PH3 | 2BR,1BA | $1.86 |
| Crafton Broadhead Apartments | 2 Bedroom - 2500 Building | 2BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| Greenbriar Village | One Bedroom Apt | 1BR,1BA | $1.64 |
| 120 Rothesay Ave, Unit 1 | 120 Rothesay Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Aspen Court Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| 1869 West | B1 Renovated | 2BR,1BA | $1.85 |
| Riverwind at Chatham Park Drive | The Pine | Studio ,1BA | $1.85 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleEast Carnegie, Pittsburgh, PA
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in East Carnegie, Pittsburgh, PA
Carlynton Junior-Senior High School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East Carnegie Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in East Carnegie?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in East Carnegie is under $1,284.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in East Carnegie?
The cheapest apartment in East Carnegie is Greenbriar Village which is listed at $1,135, while the average apartment in East Carnegie costs $1,755.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in East Carnegie?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 4 regular apartments in East Carnegie that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in East Carnegie?
Cheap apartments in East Carnegie have an average cost of $317 which is $1,438 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in East Carnegie.
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