
Cheap Studio Apartments for Rent in the East Pittsburgh Neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA from $595 (79 Rentals)


Negley Court

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239 Amber St, Unit 2

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7232 Hermitage St

Coronado

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10 Love Pl, Unit 10 Love Place Apt 3
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930 Portland St, Unit 3

930 Portland St

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4742 Friendship Ave

New King Edward Apartments

Arsenal 201

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2626 South Side Flats

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Wellesley Place

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5533 5th Ave

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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 | $1,849 | $595 | $5,386 |
| East Pittsburgh 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,043 | $500 | $5,057 |
| East Pittsburgh 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,309 | $750 | $9,097 |
| East Pittsburgh 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,246 | $650 | $5,085 |
| East Pittsburgh 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,991 | $1,295 | $3,600 |
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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 $920.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in East Pittsburgh?
The cheapest apartment in East Pittsburgh is BRETT which is listed at $700, while the average apartment in East Pittsburgh costs $1,952.
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 145 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 $422 which is $1,530 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in East Pittsburgh.
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Pittsburgh is a major hub of culture, innovation, business, and entertainment.

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Pittsburgh — home of the Steelers, Three Rivers, and more culture than one city should be allowed. For tourists, it's a mecca for history, sports, and good eats. For us who call it home, it has all the essentials and more.

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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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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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