Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Hays Neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA from $600 (50 Rentals)

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3152 Glendale Ave, Unit 1
$1,050
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2 Bedroom Apartment Available Jul 1

3152 Glendale Ave, Unit 1

3152 Glendale AvePittsburgh, PA 15227
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property at 114 Merritt Ave

$1,195

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$1,195

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3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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114 Merritt Ave

PittsburghPA15227

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Skytop Village
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Skytop Village

1661 Skyline DrPittsburgh, PA 15227
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3310 Brownsville Rd
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

3310 Brownsville Rd

3310 Brownsville RdPittsburgh, PA 15227
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Brentwood Manor
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Brentwood Manor

3902 Brownsville RdPittsburgh, PA 15227
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Gladstone Residences
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Gladstone Residences

327 Hazelwood AvePittsburgh, PA 15207
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Brentwood Manor
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Brentwood Manor

3840 Brownsville RdPittsburgh, PA 15227
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Sceneridge Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Sceneridge Apartments

3336 Brownsville RdPittsburgh, PA 15227
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2500 Brownsville Rd
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

2500 Brownsville Rd

2500 Brownsville RdPittsburgh, PA 15210
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Hillside Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Hillside Apartments

1575-1597 Bevan RdPittsburgh, PA 15227
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Pine View Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Pine View Apartments

1005 Glass Run RdPittsburgh, PA 15236
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Hazelwood
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Hazelwood

149 Hazelwood AvePittsburgh, PA 15207
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Savoy Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Savoy Apartments

3500 Brownsville RdPittsburgh, PA 15227
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Cathell Townhomes
2 Bedroom Apartments

Cathell Townhomes

1567 Cathell RdPittsburgh, PA 15236
property at 2404 S 18th St

$1,250

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2404 S 18th St, Unit 2

2404 S 18th St
PittsburghPA15203

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$1,125 - $1,150

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300 W 13th Ave

HomesteadPA15120
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Pinetree Gardens
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Pinetree Gardens

162 Victoria DrBrentwood, PA 15227
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Bowtie High
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Bowtie High

120 E 9th AveHomestead, PA 15120
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Hays, Pittsburgh, PA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Hays Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Hays area of Pittsburgh, PA is a 1 Bed unit found at Garden Villa Apartments priced from $795. Hillside Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $800. Here are the most affordable Hays apartments for rent in Pittsburgh, PA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Garden Villa Apartments1 Bedroom Apartment1BR,1BA$795
Hillside Apartments1575-1587 StudioStudio,1BA$800
Hillside Meadows1-bed - elec.NOT.incl. [465 sf] - RENO1BR,1BA$880
Jameson Townhomes2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1,385
The Gateway at Summerset1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,834

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hays, PA

As of June 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Hays area is the $0.70 price per square foot 4313 Kish Way Model at 4313 Kish Way, Unit Apartment 2 in the in the Hazelwood neighborhood starting from $700. The second greatest value Hays apartment is the 2 Bed 1 Bath Model at Jameson Townhomes starting at $1,385 with a $1.42 price per square foot in the Overbrook neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Hays apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
4313 Kish Way, Unit Apartment 24313 Kish Way2BR,1BA$0.70
Jameson Townhomes2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.42
3301 Beechwood Blvd3301 Beechwood Blvd1BR,1BA$1.33
The Gateway at Summerset1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2.39
Garden Villa Apartments1 Bedroom Apartment1BR,1BA$1.45
Hillside Meadows1-bed - elec.NOT.incl. [465 sf] - RENO1BR,1BA$1.89
Hillside Apartments1575-1587 StudioStudio ,1BA$2.45
810 Hays St, Unit 2810 Hays St3BR,2BA$17.00

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Pittsburgh's Academic Gems: A Local Expert's University and Housing Guide

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Hays, Pittsburgh, PA

Ranked #103

Among cities in Pennsylvania for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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2.5
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Hays Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Hays Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Hays Apartment is $795 at Garden Villa Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Hays Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Hays is starting from $1,020 at Hillside Meadows.

What is the most affordable Hays Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Hays Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Hillside Meadows and starts from $1,415.

Expert Rental Resources

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Helpful Local Expert Guides

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Top 10 Most Affordable Neighborhoods in Pittsburgh: A Local Real Estate Expert Guide

Written by: Christine DiMaria

Pittsburgh is known for its bridges, breathtaking views, culture, and bustling nightlife. Though not every part of Steel City is perfect, each neighborhood, from the North Shore to the South Side, has a unique charm.

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Pittsburgh's Academic Gems: A Local Expert's University & Housing Guide

Written by: Christine DiMaria

Besides Pittsburgh's yearly homage to pickles, nationally recognized football team, and coinage of the word "yinz," the city is also known for its renowned higher education opportunities.

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Work and Live in the Burgh: The Top Employers and Where to Find Your Perfect Pittsburgh Apartment

Written by: Christine DiMaria

While your mind probably automatically drifts to the steel mills when you hear Pittsburgh, long gone are the days when the city was the leading steel producer in the country — and at one time, the world.

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Pittsburgh: An Insiders Guide to the Steel City

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Pittsburgh — home of the Steelers, Three Rivers, and more culture than one city should be allowed. For tourists, it's a mecca for history, sports, and good eats. For us who call it home, it has all the essentials and more.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Written by: Robin Stewart

Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

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Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units

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Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.

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Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent

Written by: Robin Stewart

Apartment-hunting can be a gargantuan task. Renters have a wish list of items—some luxuries, some necessities—but finding what you seek in the right place is perhaps the most important part of the journey.