
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Oakwood Neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA from $600 (34 Rentals)
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633-635 Weston Wy

14 S Grandview Ave

Riverwind at Chatham Park Drive

The Lofts at Terrain

Crane Village Apartments

304 Marlow St

1869 West
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Carriage Park Apartments

Hyland Hills

48 Wenzell Pl

1814 Chessland St

2612 Louisiana Ave, Unit 1, Unit 1

Emerald Gardens

Brett Manor

Poplar Apartments
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1020 Uvilla St

Noll Townhomes

Bradford Court

Washington Gardens

2727 Broadway Ave

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2703 Voelkel Ave

6 Woodlawn St
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Crafton Apartments

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601 Chestnut St, Unit 3, Unit 3

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The Library Flats

525 Carothers Ave

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518 Washington Ave, Unit B, Unit B

522 Center St

536 Spikenard St

One Bedroom Apartment in Carnegie PA
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The Aspen Court Apartments

Governor's House
Oakwood, Pittsburgh, PA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Oakwood?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oakwood Studio Apartments | $1,188 | $845 | $2,500 |
| Oakwood 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,240 | $895 | $2,848 |
| Oakwood 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,582 | $935 | $3,894 |
| Oakwood 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,907 | $1,000 | $5,009 |
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Cheapest Available Oakwood Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Oakwood area of Pittsburgh, PA is a 2 Beds unit found at Crafton Apartments priced from $935. The Lofts at Terrain has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $950. Here are the most affordable Oakwood apartments for rent in Pittsburgh, PA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crafton Apartments | Spacious 2 Bedroom Apartment (630) | 2BR,1BA | $935 |
| The Lofts at Terrain | Studio Apartment | Studio,1BA | $950 |
| The Library Flats | Studio | Studio,1BA | $990 |
| 1869 West | Two Bedroom - B1 | 2BR,1BA | $1,014 |
| Carriage Park Apartments | Highrise Efficiency | Studio,1BA | $1,020 |
| Hyland Hills | 1 BR (B) | 1BR,1BA | $1,120 |
| The Beechwood | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,234 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Oakwood, PA
As of May 20, 2026 the best value apartment in the Oakwood area is the $1.00 price per square foot 518 Washington Ave Model at 518 Washington Ave, Unit B in the in the Westwood neighborhood starting from $1,100. The second greatest value Oakwood apartment is the The Chatham Model at Riverwind at Chatham Park Drive starting at $1,649 with a $1.57 price per square foot in the Banksville neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Oakwood apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 518 Washington Ave, Unit B | 518 Washington Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Riverwind at Chatham Park Drive | The Chatham | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.57 |
| 2330-2340 Candace St, Pittsburgh, PA, 15216 | 2332 Candace | 2BR,1BA | $1.67 |
| 1326 Hassler St, Unit 1326 | 1326 Hassler St | 2BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| The Beechwood | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| Emerald Gardens | 2BR PH3 | 2BR,1BA | $1.76 |
| 601 Chestnut St, Unit 3 | 601 Chestnut St | 1BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| Crafton Apartments | Spacious 2 Bedroom Apartment (630) | 2BR,1BA | $1.31 |
| Hyland Hills | 1 BR (B) | 1BR,1BA | $1.78 |
| 1869 West | Two Bedroom - B1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.62 |
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2.5Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Oakwood, Pittsburgh, PA
Carlynton Junior-Senior High School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Oakwood Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Oakwood?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Oakwood is under $1,234.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Oakwood?
The cheapest apartment in Oakwood is Hyland Hills which is listed at $1,120, while the average apartment in Oakwood costs $1,612.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Oakwood?
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 6 regular apartments in Oakwood that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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