Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Homewood West Neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA from $500 (189 Rentals)

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property at 5700 Fifth Ave

5700 Fifth Ave

PittsburghPA15232

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property at 7709 Bennett St

7709 Bennett St

PittsburghPA15208

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Homewood West, Pittsburgh, PA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Homewood West Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Homewood West area of Pittsburgh, PA is a Studio unit found at BRETT priced from $700. Forbes Management has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $800. Here are the most affordable Homewood West apartments for rent in Pittsburgh, PA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
BRETTEfficiencyStudio,1BA$700
Forbes Management1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$800
William Penn Heights1 BDRM1BR,1BA$800
Sutton Place1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$825
Kings Arms ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$840
The Wendover CommunitySouth Side Works1BR,1BA$880
Carriage House Apartments1 Bedroom Apartment1BR,1BA$895
201 Center AveOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$975
Brittany ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$975

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Homewood West, PA

As of November 03, 2025 the best value apartment in the Homewood West area is the $0.95 price per square foot Oak Model at Wellesley Place in the in the Morningside neighborhood starting from $1,705. The second greatest value Homewood West apartment is the 215 Elysian St Model at 215 Elysian St, Unit 215 Elysian #2 starting at $2,000 with a $1.18 price per square foot in the Squirrel Hill North neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Homewood West apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Wellesley PlaceOak3BR,2BA$0.95
215 Elysian St, Unit 215 Elysian #2215 Elysian St2BR,2BA$1.18
299 West St, Unit 2299 West St4BR,1.5BA$1.04
Garfield CommonsThree Bedroom3BR,1.5BA$0.92
216 Center St, Unit 2216 Center St3BR,2BA$1.06
504 Todd St, Unit 504 Todd St504 Todd St2BR,1BA$1.15
Jancey St TownhomesCharming Townhome2BR,1BA$1.00
Village SquareTwo Bedroom, Patio2BR,1BA$1.21
Sutton Place1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.10
Carriage House Apartments1 Bedroom Apartment1BR,1BA$1.20

Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

From the lounge to the laundry room, understand your rights and responsibilities in shared apartment spaces. Get tips on pet rules, noise, and security.

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

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro

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

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Homewood West, Pittsburgh, PA

Ranked #41

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team compiles millions of data points to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of neighborhoods, metropolitan areas, and rental properties across Pennsylvania, including Pittsburgh. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and convenient access to the outdoors, pet-friendly features, places that make kids happy, proximity to transit, and more. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Getting Around the Homewood West Neighborhood in Pittsburgh, PA

Walk Score®

68 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

70 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

59 / 100

Good Transit

Many nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Homewood West Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Homewood West?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Homewood West is under $975.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Homewood West?

The cheapest apartment in Homewood West is William Penn Heights which is listed at $800, while the average apartment in Homewood West costs $3,190.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Homewood West?

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 22 regular apartments in Homewood West 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 Homewood West?

Cheap apartments in Homewood West have an average cost of $361 which is $2,829 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Homewood West.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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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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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.