Cheap Homes for Rent in the Market Square Neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA from $1,500 (3 Rentals)

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property at 305 Moore Ave

$1,507

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3 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Home for Rent

Available Now

305 Moore Ave

PittsburghPA15210

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property at 306 4th Ave

$2,500

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2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Aug 1

306 4th Ave, Unit 603

306 4th Ave
PittsburghPA15222

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property at 350 Oliver Ave

$3,000

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2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Condo for Rent

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350 Oliver Ave, Unit 1005

350 Oliver Ave
PittsburghPA15222

Market Square, Pittsburgh, PA Local Guide

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Market Square, PA

As of July 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the Market Square area is the $1.64 price per square foot 3BR/2.0BA Model at The Royal York Apartments in the in the North Oakland neighborhood starting from $3,200. The second greatest value Market Square apartment is the Model D Model at 930 Penn Ave starting at $2,750 with a $1.77 price per square foot in the Central Business District neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Market Square apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Royal York Apartments3BR/2.0BA3BR,2BA$1.64
930 Penn AveModel D2BR,2BA$1.77
Sycamore2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.45
School HouseOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.78
The Oaks2 Bed 1 Bath 3508 Cable PLace2BR,1BA$1.95
Helm on the Allegheny1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.95
Hyland Hills2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.54
New King Edward Apartments2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$2.03
First Avenue Lofts0BR/1.0BAStudio ,1BA$2.32
Dawson Village1 Bedroom with Balcony1BR,1BA$2.11

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Market Square, Pittsburgh, PA

Ranked #7

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Market Square

What type of rentals are currently available in Market Square?

There are currently 80 Apartments for Rent in Market Square, PA with pricing that ranges from $950 to $6,359. There are also 2 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Market Square ranging from $1,507 to $3,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Market Square?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Market Square ranges from $1,507 to $3,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,253.

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