
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Pittsburgh Neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA from $500 (462 Rentals)
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4313 Kish Way, Unit 4313 Kish Way

BRETT

2314 Woodstock Ave

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2314 Woodstock Ave, Unit 2

South Side Apartments

308 Saline St

209 Western Ave

Morrowfield

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7467 Schoyer Ave, Unit 3
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7467 Schoyer Ave

Velma Court

Highmont

The Flats on Penn

4901 Penn Ave

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4901 Penn Ave, Unit 5

Cavendish

William Penn Heights

Steiner Realty South Side Listings

2332 Arlington Ave
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701 Swissvale Ave, Unit 4

NORMANDY

Negley Court

Coronado

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128 S 20th St, Unit #1

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621 Melwood Ave, Unit 2nd Fl

Thames Manor

2419-2423-2423 Carey Wy

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728 N Sheridan Ave, Unit 3

1567 Clark St
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736 Franklin Ave

2050 Monongahela Ave

2310 Arlington Ave

728 N Sheridan Ave

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817 Anaheim St, Unit Apt. 2

5854 Forbes Ave

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5216 5th Ave, Unit 1

Frick Park Village

864 Mirror St, Unit #1

113 Johnston Ave
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Aberdeen Apartments

The Forest Apartments

Brittany Apartments

Arlington Houses

4909 CENTRE AVE

619 Mellon St

341 Downing St

2421 Beechwood Blvd, Unit 2421D

Shadyside Properties

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525 Jeanette St, Unit 3
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East Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in East Pittsburgh?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Pittsburgh Studio Apartments | $1,897 | $595 | $9,551 |
| East Pittsburgh 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,063 | $725 | $5,223 |
| East Pittsburgh 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,263 | $700 | $8,694 |
| East Pittsburgh 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,153 | $995 | $5,085 |
| East Pittsburgh 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,325 | $1,495 | $3,500 |
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There are currently 462 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the East Pittsburgh Neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA.
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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. Stanton 5401 has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $845. Here are the most affordable East Pittsburgh apartments for rent in Pittsburgh, PA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| BRETT | Efficiency | Studio,1BA | $700 |
| Stanton 5401 | Stanton 5401 - 6 | Studio,1BA | $845 |
| 2206 Woodstock Ave | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| 209 Western Ave | Large Studio | Studio,1BA | $875 |
| Morrowfield | Century | Studio,1BA | $893 |
| 110 Butler St | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $900 |
| The Flats on Penn | Lanner | 1BR,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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2822 Salisbury St | 2822 Salisbury St | 4BR,2BA | $0.43 |
| 531 Collins St | 3 Beds, 2 baths | 3BR,2BA | $0.90 |
| 417 Kelly Ave, Unit 2 | 417 Kelly Ave | 3BR,2BA | $0.68 |
| 226 Green St, Unit B | 226 Green St | 3BR,1BA | $0.70 |
| Garfield Commons | Three Bedroom | 3BR,1.5BA | $0.91 |
| 2002 E Carson St, Unit 2 A | 2002 E Carson St | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Eaglemoor | Sandstone | 2BR,1BA | $1.05 |
| 7467 Schoyer Ave, Unit 3 | 7467 Schoyer Ave | 1BR,1BA | $0.99 |
| 209 Western Ave | Large Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.05 |
| 4313 Kish Way, Unit 4313 Kish Way | 4313 Kish Way | 2BR,1BA | $0.88 |
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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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Top 10 Most Affordable Neighborhoods in Pittsburgh: A Local Real Estate Expert Guide
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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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