
Cheap 1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the East Pittsburgh Neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA from $350 (197 Rentals)


1826 Monongahela Ave

3284 Dawson Street, Unit Furnished Bedroom 3

7709 Bennett St

77 Bates St

William Penn Heights

East Liberty Properties

3602 Bates St

Cambridge Court

3116 Kennett Sq
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5540 Avondale Pl

Carriage House Apartments

Velma Court

7040 Monticello St, Unit 2

514 North Ave

546 Greenfield Ave

The Flats on Penn

Negley Court

Cavendish

The Forest Apartments
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3320 Ward St

370 S Negley Ave, Unit 2

834 Evergreen Ave, Unit Bottom Unit

Frick Park Village

201 Center Ave

5700 Fifth Ave

Arsenal 201

3203 Joe Hammer Square

145 Lacrosse St

3606 Fifth Ave
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3604 Fifth Ave

5013 Stanton Ave

Ohara Place Apartments LP

514 Semple St, Unit 1

Cornerstone Village Apartments

Morrowfield

Bryn Mawr

5552 Covode St

4709 Corday Way

3216 Jane St
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2512 Sarah St

Edgewood Court Apartments

3821 Bates St, Unit 1

2410 Jane St, Unit 1

3916 Coleman St, Unit 3916 COLEMAN ST #3

329 South Ave, Unit 1

3423 Ward St

Kings Arms Apartments

Coronado

4319 Tesla St, Unit Unit 2
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in East Pittsburgh?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Pittsburgh Studio Apartments | $1,702 | $595 | $4,964 |
East Pittsburgh 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,014 | $350 | $3,929 |
| East Pittsburgh 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,350 | $750 | $6,666 |
| East Pittsburgh 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,088 | $975 | $8,063 |
| East Pittsburgh 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,673 | $800 | $3,850 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East Pittsburgh Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in East Pittsburgh?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in East Pittsburgh is under $950.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in East Pittsburgh?
The cheapest apartment in East Pittsburgh is William Penn Heights which is listed at $800, while the average apartment in East Pittsburgh costs $5,285.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in East Pittsburgh?
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 160 regular apartments in East Pittsburgh 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 Pittsburgh?
Cheap apartments in East Pittsburgh have an average cost of $654 which is $4,631 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in East Pittsburgh.
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Helpful Local Expert Guides

Top 10 Most Affordable Neighborhoods in Pittsburgh: A Local Real Estate Expert Guide
Written by: Christine DiMaria
Pittsburgh is known for its bridges, breathtaking views, culture, and bustling nightlife. Though not every part of Steel City is perfect, each neighborhood, from the North Shore to the South Side, has a unique charm.

Pittsburgh's Academic Gems: A Local Expert's University & Housing Guide
Written by: Christine DiMaria
Besides Pittsburgh's yearly homage to pickles, nationally recognized football team, and coinage of the word "yinz," the city is also known for its renowned higher education opportunities.

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While your mind probably automatically drifts to the steel mills when you hear Pittsburgh, long gone are the days when the city was the leading steel producer in the country — and at one time, the world.
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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Everything is a negotiation in real estate!