
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Garfield Neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA from $800 (16 Rentals)
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205 S Mathilda St

5443 Stanton Ave

221-223 Gross St

200 Gross St
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520 N Negley Ave

5171-5173 Penn Ave

The Commons at North Aiken

5418 Stanton Ave

Highland Park Properties
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Garfield Commons

305 N Negley Ave

Negley Gardens Apartments

Negley Apartments

Penn Mathilda
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Garfield, Pittsburgh, PA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Garfield?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Garfield Studio Apartments | $931 | $875 | $995 |
| Garfield 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,100 | $1,100 | $1,100 |
| Garfield 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,271 | $1,225 | $1,295 |
| Garfield 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,150 | $1,150 | $1,150 |
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There are currently 16 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Garfield Neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA.
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Cheapest Available Garfield Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Garfield area of Pittsburgh, PA is a 2 Beds unit found at Garfield Commons priced from $1,170. 5498 Hays St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,195. Here are the most affordable Garfield apartments for rent in Pittsburgh, PA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Garfield Commons | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,170 |
| 5498 Hays St | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1,195 |
| 5404 Black St | 5 Beds, 2.5 baths | 5BR,2BA | $2,950 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Garfield, PA
As of June 20, 2026 the best value apartment in the Garfield area is the $1.45 price per square foot 5 Beds, 2.5 baths Model at 5404 Black St in the in the Middle Hill neighborhood starting from $2,950. The second greatest value Garfield apartment is the Three Bedroom Model at Garfield Commons starting at $1,343 with a $1.05 price per square foot in the Middle Hill neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Garfield apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5404 Black St | 5 Beds, 2.5 baths | 5BR,2.5BA | $1.45 |
| Garfield Commons | Three Bedroom | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.05 |
| 5498 Hays St | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $0.96 |
| 4901 Penn Ave | 4901 Penn Ave | Studio ,1BA | $1.81 |
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