
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Hays Neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA from $600 (27 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Hays area of Pittsburgh.


Gladstone Residences

Garden Villa Apartments

2622 Churchview Ave
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Savoy Apartments

Churchview Gardens

76 Holt St

2310 Arlington Ave

1502 Radford Rd
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Hays, Pittsburgh, PA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Hays?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hays Studio Apartments | $691 | $610 | $725 |
| Hays 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,025 | $620 | $1,881 |
| Hays 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,363 | $880 | $2,491 |
| Hays 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,322 | $1,000 | $1,700 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 27 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Hays Neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA.
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Cheapest Available Hays Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Hays area of Pittsburgh, PA is a Studio unit found at Hillside Meadows-The Perfect Place to Call Home priced from $615. Garden Villa Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $725. Here are the most affordable Hays apartments for rent in Pittsburgh, PA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hillside Meadows-The Perfect Place to Call Home | Studio - elec.NOT.incl. [400 sf] - PR | Studio,1BA | $615 |
| Garden Villa Apartments | Large Studio with Plenty of Space | Studio,1BA | $725 |
| Hillside Apartments | 1575-1587 Studio | Studio,1BA | $785 |
| Savoy Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $929 |
| Willow Haven Rental Homes | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,030 |
| The Gateway at Summerset | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,834 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hays, PA
As of October 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the Hays area is the $1.21 price per square foot 776 Melbourne St Model at 776 Melbourne St, Unit 2 in the in the Middle Hill neighborhood starting from $1,700. The second greatest value Hays apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at Willow Haven Rental Homes starting at $1,030 with a $0.94 price per square foot in the Carrick neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Hays apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 776 Melbourne St, Unit 2 | 776 Melbourne St | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.21 |
| Willow Haven Rental Homes | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.94 |
| The Gateway at Summerset | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.39 |
| 241 W 9th Ave, Unit Apt 2 | 241 W 9th Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.30 |
| Savoy Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.88 |
| Hillside Meadows-The Perfect Place to Call Home | Studio - elec.NOT.incl. [400 sf] - RENO | Studio ,1BA | $1.79 |
| Garden Villa Apartments | Large Studio with Plenty of Space | Studio ,1BA | $2.07 |
| Hillside Apartments | 1575-1587 Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.41 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleHays, Pittsburgh, PA
Ranked #122
Among cities in Pennsylvania for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Getting Around the Hays Neighborhood in Pittsburgh, PA
Walk Score®
6 / 100
Car-Dependent
Almost all errands require a car
Bike Score®
10 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
27 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Hays Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Hays?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Hays is under $1,834.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Hays?
The cheapest apartment in Hays is Hillside Meadows-The Perfect Place to Call Home which is listed at $670, while the average apartment in Hays costs $1,365.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Hays?
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 34 regular apartments in Hays 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 Hays?
Cheap apartments in Hays have an average cost of $440 which is $925 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Hays.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know
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