Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Pittsburgh Neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA from $500 (461 Rentals)

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2314 Woodstock Ave, Unit 2
$795
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2 Bedroom Apartment Available Aug 14

2314 Woodstock Ave, Unit 2

2314 Woodstock AvePittsburgh, PA 15218
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7467 Schoyer Ave, Unit 3
$895
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7467 Schoyer Ave, Unit 3

7467 Schoyer AvePittsburgh, PA 15218
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4901 Penn Ave, Unit 5
$925
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4901 Penn Ave, Unit 5

4901 Penn AvePittsburgh, PA 15224
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$995 - $1,075

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5854 Forbes Ave

PittsburghPA15217
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864 Mirror St, Unit #1
$1,000
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864 Mirror St, Unit #1

864 Mirror StPittsburgh, PA 15217
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East Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA Local Guide

Cheapest Available East Pittsburgh Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Pittsburgh area of Pittsburgh, PA is a Studio unit found at BRETT priced from $700. Wellesley Place has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $740. Here are the most affordable East Pittsburgh apartments for rent in Pittsburgh, PA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
BRETTEfficiencyStudio,1BA$700
Wellesley PlaceYewStudio,1BA$740
Stanton 5401Stanton 5401 - 6Studio,1BA$845
2206 Woodstock Ave1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$850
209 Western AveLarge StudioStudio,1BA$875
MorrowfieldCenturyStudio,1BA$893
110 Butler St0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$900
The Flats on PennLanner1BR,1BA$915

Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Pittsburgh, PA

As of July 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the East Pittsburgh area is the $0.43 price per square foot 2822 Salisbury St Model at 2822 Salisbury St in the in the Crawford-Roberts neighborhood starting from $1,495. The second greatest value East Pittsburgh apartment is the 3 Beds, 2 baths Model at 531 Collins St starting at $1,800 with a $0.90 price per square foot in the Homewood North neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Pittsburgh apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
2822 Salisbury St2822 Salisbury St4BR,2BA$0.43
531 Collins St3 Beds, 2 baths3BR,2BA$0.90
417 Kelly Ave, Unit 2417 Kelly Ave3BR,2BA$0.68
226 Green St, Unit B226 Green St3BR,1BA$0.70
Garfield CommonsThree Bedroom3BR,1.5BA$0.91
2002 E Carson St, Unit 2 A2002 E Carson St2BR,1BA$1.00
EaglemoorSandstone2BR,1BA$1.05
7467 Schoyer Ave, Unit 37467 Schoyer Ave1BR,1BA$0.99
209 Western AveLarge StudioStudio ,1BA$1.05
4313 Kish Way, Unit 4313 Kish Way4313 Kish Way2BR,1BA$0.88

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals in cities and towns across the United States and customized analysis for East Central Pittsburgh. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and easy access to the parks, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, places that make kids happy, and more. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East Pittsburgh Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in East Pittsburgh?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in East Pittsburgh is at BRETT listed at $700.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom East Pittsburgh Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom East Pittsburgh Apartment is $850 at 2206 Woodstock Ave.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom East Pittsburgh Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in East Pittsburgh is starting from $1,170 at Garfield Commons.

What is the most affordable East Pittsburgh Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap East Pittsburgh Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 734-736 Franklin Ave and starts from $995.

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