Cheap Apartments for Rent in the North Oakland Neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA from $700 (32 Rentals)
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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 | $1,451 | $1,000 | $2,087 |
| North Oakland 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,871 | $1,035 | $2,650 |
| North Oakland 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,055 | $1,403 | $2,925 |
| North Oakland 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,638 | $975 | $3,700 |
| North Oakland 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,996 | $2,500 | $3,690 |
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There are currently 32 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 Nevilletree priced from $760. Aberdeen Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,000. Here are the most affordable North Oakland apartments for rent in Pittsburgh, PA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nevilletree | Lilac | Studio,1BA | $760 |
| Aberdeen Apartments | Efficiency | Studio,1BA | $1,000 |
| Ambassador Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,020 |
| New King Edward Apartments | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,175 |
| Wellington Apartments | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,350 |
| The Royal York Apartments | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,365 |
| The Julian | The Malcolm | 1BR,1BA | $1,950 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in North Oakland, PA
As of January 04, 2026 the best value apartment in the North Oakland area is the $0.98 price per square foot 817 Anaheim St Model at 817 Anaheim St, Unit 4 in the in the North Oakland neighborhood starting from $975. The second greatest value North Oakland apartment is the 2x2 B4 Model at One On Centre starting at $1,504 with a $1.81 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 817 Anaheim St, Unit 4 | 817 Anaheim St | 3BR,1BA | $0.98 |
| One On Centre | 2x2 B4 | 2BR,2BA | $1.81 |
| The Julian | The Watt | 2BR,1BA | $3.48 |
| New King Edward Apartments | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $1.77 |
| The Royal York Apartments | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $2.41 |
| Clyde Street Apartments | Oak 2BD/1BA Stack 03 | 2BR,1BA | $2.77 |
| Ambassador Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.96 |
| Wellington Apartments | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $2.85 |
| Aberdeen Apartments | Efficiency | Studio ,1BA | $3.09 |
| Nevilletree | Lilac | Studio ,1BA | $2.81 |
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 $1,950.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in North Oakland?
The cheapest apartment in North Oakland is Aberdeen Apartments which is listed at $1,200, while the average apartment in North Oakland costs $2,798.
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 50 regular apartments in North Oakland that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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