
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Esplen Neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA from $799 (45 Rentals)
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5 Davis Row

3021 Ashlyn St

108 Hallock St

159 Kendall Ave

410 Marlow St

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20 Bell Ave, Unit 20 Bell Ave. Apt 3

3017 Ashlyn St

Northe Pointe
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3015 Hartman St

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1219 Courtright St

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NOLL AVENUE -- 070

3000 California Ave

901 Chartiers Ave

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321 Ella St, Unit 11

321 Ella St, Unit 12

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154 Glenn St

819 Frank St

1216 Vine St

245 Marion St

907 Chartiers Ave, Unit 2

809 Broadway Ave

119 - 121 - 123 Shingiss

1212 Holmes St

BURKEY APARTMENTS -- 063
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420 Broadway Avenue

SHILOH AVENUE -- 148

1247 Chartiers Ave

1012-1014 Chartiers Avenue

154 Glenn St

1102 Valley St

303 Broadway Ave

329 Campbell St
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Esplen, Pittsburgh, PA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Esplen?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Esplen Studio Apartments | $1,499 | $1,499 | $1,499 |
| Esplen 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,350 | $875 | $1,940 |
| Esplen 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,631 | $950 | $4,244 |
| Esplen 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,523 | $1,250 | $1,730 |
| Esplen 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,600 | $1,600 | $1,600 |
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Cheapest Available Esplen Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Esplen area of Pittsburgh, PA is a Studio unit found at BURKEY APARTMENTS -- 063 priced from $815. 420 Broadway Avenue has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $899. Here are the most affordable Esplen apartments for rent in Pittsburgh, PA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| BURKEY APARTMENTS -- 063 | BURKEY APARTMENTS -- 063 - 203 | Studio, 1BA | $815 |
| 420 Broadway Avenue | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR, 1BA | $899 |
| 1012-1014 Chartiers Avenue | 1012-1014 Chartiers Avenue - 1 | 1BR, 1BA | $950 |
| Crafton Apartments | Spacious 2 Bedroom Apartment (630) | 2BR, 1BA | $950 |
| 3015 Ashlyn St 1 & 2 | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR, 1BA | $1,000 |
| 3100 Chartiers Ave | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR, 1BA | $1,200 |
| Emerald Gardens | 2BR PH1 | 2BR, 1BA | $1,350 |
| 3932 Vinceton St. | Two Bedroom | 2BR, 1BA | $1,600 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Esplen, PA
As of September 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Esplen area is the $0.73 price per square foot 331 Clarence Street Model at 331 Clarence Street, Unit 331 Clarence in the Allegheny West neighborhood starting from $1,600. The second greatest value Esplen apartment is the Two bedroom Model at 930 N Lincoln Ave in the Allegheny West neighborhood starting at $2,000 with a $1.40 price per square foot. Here is today’s list of the best values for Esplen apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 331 Clarence Street, Unit 331 Clarence | 331 Clarence Street | 4BR, 2BA | $0.73 |
| 930 N Lincoln Ave | Two bedroom | 2BR, 1BA | $1.40 |
| 31 Coulter St, Unit Floor 2 | 31 Coulter St | 3BR, 1.5BA | $0.88 |
| Grandview Pointe Apartments | McKinley | 2BR, 2BA | $1.84 |
| 3100 Chartiers Ave | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR, 1BA | $1.33 |
| Emerald Gardens | 2BR PH3 | 2BR, 1BA | $1.88 |
| 20 Bell Ave, Unit 20 Bell Ave. Apt 3 | 20 Bell Ave | 1BR, 1BA | $1.38 |
| 3015 Ashlyn St 1 & 2 | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR, 1BA | $1.25 |
| Crafton Apartments | Spacious 2 Bedroom Apartment (630) | 2BR, 1BA | $1.33 |
| 420 Broadway Avenue | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR, 1BA | $1.50 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Esplen Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Esplen?
The cheapest apartment in Esplen is 420 Broadway Avenue which is listed at $899, while the average apartment in Esplen costs $1,505.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Esplen?
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 1 regular apartments in Esplen that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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