
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Hays Neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA from $600 (31 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Hays area of Pittsburgh.


Garden Villa Apartments

Gladstone Residences

3185 Glendale Ave

2622 Churchview Ave

118 Kirk Ave
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4349 Murray Ave

Savoy Apartments

2501 Arlington Ave

2827 Brownsville Rd, Unit Apt2
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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 | $689 | $610 | $895 |
| Hays 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,079 | $660 | $1,881 |
| Hays 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,344 | $850 | $2,491 |
| Hays 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,406 | $1,105 | $2,300 |
| Hays 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,330 | $1,330 | $1,330 |
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There are currently 31 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 $610. Garden Villa Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $675. 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.inc. [385 sf] - PR | Studio,1BA | $610 |
| Garden Villa Apartments | Cozy Efficiency | Studio,1BA | $675 |
| Hillside Apartments | 1595-1597 Bevan Rd - 1BD/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $915 |
| Savoy Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $919 |
| Brentwood Manor | 3848 - 2 | 1BR,1BA | $990 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hays, PA
As of December 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the Hays area is the $0.53 price per square foot 48 Maytide St Model at 48 Maytide St, Unit #2 in the in the Carrick neighborhood starting from $1,330. The second greatest value Hays apartment is the 776 Melbourne St Model at 776 Melbourne St, Unit 2 starting at $1,700 with a $1.21 price per square foot in the Middle Hill 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 48 Maytide St, Unit #2 | 48 Maytide St | 4BR,1BA | $0.53 |
| 776 Melbourne St, Unit 2 | 776 Melbourne St | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.21 |
| 624 Frayne St, Unit Apt #2 | 624 Frayne St | 2BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| Jameson Townhomes | 3 Bed 1 Bath | 3BR,1BA | $1.30 |
| 2827 Brownsville Rd, Unit Apt2 | 2827 Brownsville Rd | 1BR,1BA | $1.03 |
| 164 Pointview Rd, Unit 2nd Floor | 164 Pointview Rd | 2BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| 1021 Joseph St, Unit 1 | 1021 Joseph St | 1BR,1BA | $1.03 |
| 3185 Glendale Ave, Unit 1 | 3185 Glendale Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.04 |
| Savoy Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.86 |
| Hillside Meadows-The Perfect Place to Call Home | Studio - elec.incl. [385 sf] - RENO | Studio ,1BA | $1.84 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleHays, Pittsburgh, PA
Ranked #120
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 the Cheapest Studio apartment in Hays?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Hays is at Hillside Meadows-The Perfect Place to Call Home listed at $610.
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 $880 at Hillside Meadows-The Perfect Place to Call Home.
What is the most affordable Hays Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Hays Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Hillside Meadows-The Perfect Place to Call Home and starts from $1,145.
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