
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Friendship Neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA from $800 (19 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Friendship area of Pittsburgh.


Coda on Centre

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229 S Fairmount St

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118 South Negley Ave

325 S Graham St

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114 S Negley

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Gracen Court

339 S Fairmount St

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351 S Negley Ave
Friendship, Pittsburgh, PA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Friendship?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Friendship Studio Apartments | $1,929 | $925 | $3,000 |
| Friendship 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,517 | $1,100 | $3,255 |
| Friendship 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,380 | $1,295 | $6,000 |
| Friendship 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,027 | $4,970 | $5,085 |
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There are currently 19 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Friendship Neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA.
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Cheapest Available Friendship Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Friendship area of Pittsburgh, PA is a 1 Bed unit found at 430 South Fairmount Street priced from $995. South Negley Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,100. Here are the most affordable Friendship apartments for rent in Pittsburgh, PA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 430 South Fairmount Street | 430 South Fairmount Street - 3 | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
| South Negley Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| BAUM GROVE APARTMENTS -- 090 | BAUM BOULEVARD FLATS -- 090 - 07F | 1BR,1BA | $1,350 |
| Stratford 217 | Stratford 217 - 4 | 2BR,1BA | $1,450 |
| Industry Pittsburgh | Studio - S | Studio,1BA | $1,784 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Friendship, PA
As of July 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Friendship area is the $3.54 price per square foot 1BR/1BA - A1PH Model at Industry Pittsburgh in the in the Middle Hill neighborhood starting from $2,475. The second greatest value Friendship apartment is the Baum 5519 - 8 Model at Baum 5519 starting at $1,825 with a $2.81 price per square foot in the Middle Hill neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Friendship apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Industry Pittsburgh | 1BR/1BA - A1PH | 1BR,1BA | $3.54 |
| Baum 5519 | Baum 5519 - 8 | 1BR,1BA | $2.81 |
| Essex House Apartments | Studio Furnished | Studio ,1BA | $6.25 |
| Coda on Centre | Sullivan | Studio ,1BA | $4.04 |
| BAUM GROVE APARTMENTS -- 090 | BAUM BOULEVARD FLATS -- 090 - 04F | 1BR,1BA | $2.88 |
| Baumhaus Apartments | Kahn | Studio ,1BA | $5.13 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Friendship Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Friendship?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Friendship is under $2,150.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Friendship?
The cheapest apartment in Friendship is 430 South Fairmount Street which is listed at $995, while the average apartment in Friendship costs $4,010.
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