156 Kirk Ave
PittsburghPA15227
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Hays Neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA from $300 (9 Rentals)
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Hillside Meadows-The Perfect Place to Call Home
1553 Parkline DrPittsburgh, PA 15227
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from $700Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Homestead Bakery Lofts
235 E 7th AveHomestead, PA 15120
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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 | $761 | $580 | $1,000 |
| Hays 1 Bedroom Apartments | $964 | $375 | $1,834 |
| Hays 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,544 | $950 | $2,491 |
| Hays 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,412 | $799 | $1,900 |
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There are currently 9 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 $580. Homestead Bakery Lofts has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $700. 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] | Studio,1BA | $580 |
| Homestead Bakery Lofts | One Bed | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
| Savoy Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $799 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hays, PA
As of June 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the Hays area is the $1.67 price per square foot 2BR/2.0BA Model at The Gateway at Summerset in the in the Squirrel Hill South neighborhood starting from $2,099. The second greatest value Hays apartment is the 3309 Bookman Ave Model at 3309 Bookman Ave, Unit 2 starting at $1,300 with a $1.30 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Gateway at Summerset | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.67 |
| 3309 Bookman Ave, Unit 2 | 3309 Bookman Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.30 |
| Bowtie High | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| Homestead Bakery Lofts | One Bed | 1BR,1BA | $0.76 |
| Brentwood Towne Apartments | 1 BD / 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.44 |
| Hillside Apartments | 1575-1587 1 BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.96 |
| Hillside Meadows-The Perfect Place to Call Home | One Month FREE for 1-bed | 1BR,1BA | $1.88 |
| Savoy Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.10 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleHays, Pittsburgh, PA
Ranked #82
Among neighborhoods in Pittsburgh, PA 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
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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 $2,099.
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 $645, while the average apartment in Hays costs $1,650.
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 11 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 $198 which is $1,452 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Hays.
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