
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Penn Hills Neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA from $300 (19 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Penn Hills area of Pittsburgh.


1826 Monongahela Ave

11670 Frankstown Rd

Greenview Apartments

7709 Bennett St

LAUREL GARDENS
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1611 Miriam St

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Hampton Avenue

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4909 Verona Rd

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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Penn Hills?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Penn Hills Studio Apartments | $1,026 | $595 | $1,499 |
| Penn Hills 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,206 | $350 | $2,453 |
| Penn Hills 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,562 | $845 | $3,003 |
| Penn Hills 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,595 | $1,050 | $2,320 |
| Penn Hills 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,600 | $1,600 | $1,600 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 19 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Penn Hills Neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA.
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Cheapest Available Penn Hills Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Penn Hills area of Pittsburgh, PA is a 1 Bed unit found at Greenview Apartments priced from $695. Penn Towers has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $749. Here are the most affordable Penn Hills apartments for rent in Pittsburgh, PA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greenview Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $695 |
| Penn Towers | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $749 |
| 4909 Verona Rd | 1 BEDROOM | 1BR,1BA | $779 |
| Plum Park Apartments | 1BR's | 1BR,1BA | $799 |
| OAK MANOR -- 052 | OAK MANOR -- 052 - 189 | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Penn Hills, PA
As of January 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Penn Hills area is the $0.66 price per square foot 727 Hill Ave Model at 727 Hill Ave, Unit Unit#2 in the in the East Hills neighborhood starting from $1,650. The second greatest value Penn Hills apartment is the 505 South Ave Model at 505 South Ave, Unit 1 starting at $1,600 with a $0.85 price per square foot in the East Hills neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Penn Hills apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 727 Hill Ave, Unit Unit#2 | 727 Hill Ave | 3BR,1BA | $0.66 |
| 505 South Ave, Unit 1 | 505 South Ave | 3BR,2.5BA | $0.85 |
| 435 Franklin Ave, Unit 2 | 435 Franklin Ave | 3BR,1BA | $0.86 |
| 299 West St, Unit 2 | 299 West St | 4BR,1.5BA | $0.97 |
| LAUREL GARDENS | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| 11515-11523 Frankstown Rd | 2 Bed / 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Penn Towers | 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| Carriage House Apartments | 1 Bedroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| OAK MANOR -- 052 | OAK MANOR -- 052 - 185 | 1BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| Greenview Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.16 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Penn Hills Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Penn Hills?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Penn Hills is at Brittany Apartments listed at $941.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Penn Hills Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Penn Hills Apartment is $695 at Greenview Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Penn Hills Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Penn Hills is starting from $899 at Penn Towers.
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