Cheap Homes for Rent in the Esplen Neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA from $900 (23 Rentals)

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property at 14 Wynne Ave

$945

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

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14 Wynne Ave

PittsburghPA15205

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property at 600 Federal St

$1,205

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$1,205

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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600 Federal St

Mckees RocksPA15136

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Esplen, Pittsburgh, PA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Esplen Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Esplen area of Pittsburgh, PA is a 1 Bed unit found at SHILOH AVENUE -- 148 priced from $899. Crafton Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $935. Here are the most affordable Esplen apartments for rent in Pittsburgh, PA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
SHILOH AVENUE -- 148SHILOH AVENUE -- 148 - 2051BR,1BA$899
Crafton ApartmentsSpacious 2 Bedroom Apartment (630)2BR,1BA$935
1012-1014 Chartiers Avenue1012-1014 Chartiers Avenue - 11BR,1BA$950
Emerald Gardens2BR PH32BR,1BA$1,440
1411 W North Avesingle family home3BR,1BA$1,577

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Esplen, PA

As of July 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the Esplen area is the $0.62 price per square foot 860 railroad st Model at 860 railroad st, Unit 4 in the in the Fairywood neighborhood starting from $1,499. The second greatest value Esplen apartment is the 331 Clarence Street Model at 331 Clarence Street, Unit 331 Clarence starting at $1,600 with a $0.73 price per square foot in the Allegheny West neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Esplen apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
860 railroad st, Unit 4860 railroad st3BR,1BA$0.62
331 Clarence Street, Unit 331 Clarence331 Clarence Street4BR,2BA$0.73
1238 Superior Avesingle family home3BR,1.5BA$1.02
102 Haldane St, Unit 2102 Haldane St3BR,1BA$0.76
1411 W North Avesingle family home3BR,1BA$1.07
Grandview Pointe ApartmentsMcKinley2BR,2BA$2.01
128 Cohassett St, Unit 1128 Cohassett St1BR,1.5BA$1.21
1306 Liverpool St1306 Liverpool St1BR,1BA$1.40
Emerald Gardens2BR PH32BR,1BA$1.76
Crafton ApartmentsSpacious 2 Bedroom Apartment (630)2BR,1BA$1.31

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Frequently Asked Questions about Esplen

What type of rentals are currently available in Esplen?

There are currently 197 Apartments for Rent in Esplen, PA with pricing that ranges from $700 to $6,962. There are also 60 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Esplen ranging from $945 to $3,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Esplen?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Esplen ranges from $945 to $3,500 with an average monthly rent of $1,752.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Esplen?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Esplen range from $1,100 to $2,138, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,100 to $3,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,195 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,600.

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