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 | $1,459 | $880 | $2,087 |
| North Oakland 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,863 | $1,035 | $2,650 |
| North Oakland 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,019 | $1,225 | $2,925 |
| North Oakland 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,680 | $1,314 | $3,700 |
| North Oakland 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,649 | $2,500 | $2,798 |
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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 $740. Ambassador Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $880. 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 | $740 |
| Ambassador Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $880 |
| Aberdeen Apartments | Efficiency | Studio,1BA | $970 |
| 3217-3219 Camp Street | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $994 |
| New King Edward Apartments | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,175 |
| Wellington Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,350 |
| The Royal York Apartments | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,365 |
| The Schenley Arms | Bristow | 1BR,1BA | $1,430 |
| The Julian | The Malcolm | 1BR,1BA | $1,950 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in North Oakland, PA
As of December 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the North Oakland area is the $1.08 price per square foot 4801 Sciota St Model at 4801 Sciota St, Unit 1 in the in the North Oakland neighborhood starting from $1,295. The second greatest value North Oakland apartment is the 2BR/1.0BA Model at 3217-3219 Camp Street starting at $994 with a $1.10 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4801 Sciota St, Unit 1 | 4801 Sciota St | 1BR,1BA | $1.08 |
| 3217-3219 Camp Street | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.10 |
| One On Centre | 2x2 B4 | 2BR,2BA | $1.81 |
| The Schenley Arms | Bristow | 1BR,1BA | $1.91 |
| 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 | $1.69 |
| Wellington Apartments | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $2.85 |
| Nevilletree | Lilac | Studio ,1BA | $2.74 |
Getting Around the North Oakland Neighborhood in Pittsburgh, PA
Walk Score®
90 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
70 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
70 / 100
Excellent Transit
Transit is convenient for most trips
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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 $1,165, while the average apartment in North Oakland costs $2,649.
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 46 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 $1,321 which is $1,328 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in North Oakland.
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