
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Lower Lawrenceville Neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA from $900 (17 Rentals)
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Ohara Place Apartments LP

Arsenal 201

4213 Butler St

3932 Howley St
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3801 Penn Ave

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3801 Penn Ave, Unit 2

4043 Penn Ave

Catalyst Lofts

4021 1/2 Eden Way
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The Foundry at 41st

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Brewers Block

3952 Howley St, Unit Floor 1

Brass Building Lofts

Liberty Point Apartments LP
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321 38th St

4024-4028 Liberty Ave
Lower Lawrenceville, Pittsburgh, PA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Lower Lawrenceville?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lower Lawrenceville Studio Apartments | $2,288 | $1,259 | $9,469 |
| Lower Lawrenceville 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,381 | $1,050 | $5,461 |
| Lower Lawrenceville 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,928 | $1,150 | $9,856 |
| Lower Lawrenceville 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,745 | $2,745 | $2,745 |
| Lower Lawrenceville 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,150 | $2,150 | $2,150 |
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There are currently 17 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Lower Lawrenceville Neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA.
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Cheapest Available Lower Lawrenceville Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Lower Lawrenceville area of Pittsburgh, PA is a 1 Bed unit found at Liberty Point Apartments LP priced from $950. Ohara Place Apartments LP has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,095. Here are the most affordable Lower Lawrenceville apartments for rent in Pittsburgh, PA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Liberty Point Apartments LP | 1B / 1B | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| Ohara Place Apartments LP | 1 Bedroom Silver | 1BR,1BA | $1,095 |
| Arsenal 201 | Harding | Studio,1BA | $1,259 |
| Catalyst Lofts | One Bedroom Plus Den | 1BR,1BA | $1,400 |
| The Foundry at 41st | Steel C1 | Studio,1BA | $1,625 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lower Lawrenceville, PA
As of June 17, 2026 the best value apartment in the Lower Lawrenceville area is the $1.30 price per square foot 3952 Howley St Model at 3952 Howley St, Unit Floor 1 in the in the Spring Hill-City View neighborhood starting from $1,690. The second greatest value Lower Lawrenceville apartment is the 3801 Penn Ave Model at 3801 Penn Ave, Unit 2 starting at $1,395 with a $1.27 price per square foot in the Spring Hill-City View neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lower Lawrenceville apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3952 Howley St, Unit Floor 1 | 3952 Howley St | 2BR,1BA | $1.30 |
| 3801 Penn Ave, Unit 2 | 3801 Penn Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| The Square on Butler | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.45 |
| Catalyst Lofts | One Bedroom Plus Den | 1BR,1BA | $1.66 |
| RedStone Place | 2-Bedroom, 1-Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.71 |
| Mulberry Lofts | A8PH Allegheny Terrace PH | 1BR,1BA | $3.76 |
| Ohara Place Apartments LP | 1 Bedroom Gold- | 1BR,1BA | $1.79 |
| Liberty Point Apartments LP | 1B / 1B | 1BR,1BA | $1.58 |
| The Foundry at 41st | Steel C1 | Studio ,1BA | $2.74 |
| Brewers Block | A5 | 1BR,1BA | $3.39 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleLower Lawrenceville, Pittsburgh, PA
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Among cities in Pennsylvania for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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2.5Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Lower Lawrenceville Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Lower Lawrenceville?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Lower Lawrenceville is under $2,245.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Lower Lawrenceville?
The cheapest apartment in Lower Lawrenceville is Liberty Point Apartments LP which is listed at $950, while the average apartment in Lower Lawrenceville costs $2,828.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Lower Lawrenceville?
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 8 regular apartments in Lower Lawrenceville that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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