
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the North Oakland Neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA from $600 (53 Rentals)
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315 N Neville St, Unit 2

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4702 Lorigan St, Unit 1

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4909 CENTRE AVE

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736 Clarissa St, Unit 2

736 Clarissa St

745 S Millvale Ave

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749 S Millvale Ave

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North Oakland, Pittsburgh, PA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in North Oakland?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Oakland Studio Apartments | $1,531 | $1,000 | $2,050 |
| North Oakland 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,323 | $950 | $3,250 |
| North Oakland 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,522 | $1,190 | $3,600 |
| North Oakland 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,242 | $650 | $4,000 |
| North Oakland 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,560 | $2,400 | $2,720 |
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There are currently 53 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the North Oakland Neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA.
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Cheapest Available North Oakland Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the North Oakland area of Pittsburgh, PA is a Studio unit found at Baum Boulevard priced from $600. 4828 Liberty Ave. has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $850. Here are the most affordable North Oakland apartments for rent in Pittsburgh, PA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baum Boulevard | Residential | Studio,1BA | $600 |
| 4828 Liberty Ave. | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $850 |
| Aberdeen Apartments | Efficiency | Studio,1BA | $1,000 |
| 4909 CENTRE AVE | 1Br/1.0 BA Basement | 1BR,1BA | $1,025 |
| CENTRE COURT -- 158 | CENTRE COURT -- 158 - 5-H | Studio,1BA | $1,059 |
| MELWOOD -333 -- 174 | MELWOOD -333 -- 174 - 14 | Studio,1BA | $1,099 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in North Oakland, PA
As of August 17, 2026 the best value apartment in the North Oakland 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 North Oakland apartment is the 222 Morewood Ave Model at 222 Morewood Ave, Unit 3 starting at $1,295 with a $0.90 price per square foot in the North Oakland neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for North Oakland apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Royal York Apartments | 3BR/2.0BA | 3BR,2BA | $1.64 |
| 222 Morewood Ave, Unit 3 | 222 Morewood Ave | 2BR,1BA | $0.90 |
| Clyde Street Apartments | Court 3BD/2BA A1 | 3BR,2BA | $1.16 |
| 732 S Millvale Ave | 3 bedroom unit- B building | 3BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| Oakland Properties | 732 S. Millvale Ave. (3BR) | 3BR,1BA | $1.45 |
| 4909 CENTRE AVE | 1Br/1.0 BA Basement | 1BR,1BA | $1.08 |
| 4702 Lorigan St, Unit 1 | 4702 Lorigan St | 1BR,1.5BA | $1.25 |
| 736 Clarissa St, Unit 2 | 736 Clarissa St | 1BR,1BA | $1.41 |
| 817 Anaheim St | 817 Anaheim St | 1BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| 315 N Neville St, Unit 2 | 315 N Neville St | 1BR,1BA | $1.68 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap North Oakland Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in North Oakland?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in North Oakland is under $1,099.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in North Oakland?
The cheapest apartment in North Oakland is 4909 CENTRE AVE which is listed at $1,025, while the average apartment in North Oakland costs $2,400.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in North Oakland?
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 5 regular apartments in North Oakland 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 North Oakland?
Cheap apartments in North Oakland have an average cost of $919 which is $1,481 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in North Oakland.
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