
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Plum Neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA from $500 (16 Rentals)
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PARK MANOR

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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Plum?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plum Studio Apartments | $967 | $967 | $967 |
| Plum 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,045 | $650 | $1,650 |
| Plum 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,379 | $850 | $2,215 |
| Plum 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,516 | $1,100 | $2,120 |
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Cheapest Available Plum Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Plum area of Pittsburgh, PA is a 1 Bed unit found at Greenview Apartments priced from $725. Plum Park Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $799. Here are the most affordable Plum apartments for rent in Pittsburgh, PA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greenview Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
| Plum Park Apartments | 1BR's | 1BR,1BA | $799 |
| S K Management | Apartment (Available soon) | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
| PARK MANOR | 1 Bedroom With Balcony | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| Alcoma on the Green | The Oak | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Plum, PA
As of March 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Plum area is the $1.47 price per square foot Deluxe Two Bedroom Townhome with Garage Model at Holiday Park Apartments and Townhomes in the in the East Allegheny neighborhood starting from $1,905. The second greatest value Plum apartment is the 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Model at Nittany Highland Apartments starting at $1,000 with a $1.11 price per square foot in the East Allegheny neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Plum apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Holiday Park Apartments and Townhomes | Deluxe Two Bedroom Townhome with Garage | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.47 |
| Nittany Highland Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.11 |
| Evergreen Apartments | Style 5 | 1BR,1BA | $1.98 |
| 202 N Highland Ave | 202 N Highland Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| Alcoma on the Green | The Oak | 1BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| S K Management | Apartment (Available soon) | 1BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| Logans Ferry Senior Apartments | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.64 |
| Plum Park Apartments | 1BR's | 1BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| Greenview Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| PARK MANOR | 1 Bedroom With Balcony | 1BR,1BA | $1.55 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Plum Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Plum Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Plum Apartment is $725 at Greenview Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Plum Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Plum is starting from $1,000 at Nittany Highland Apartments.
What is the most affordable Plum Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Plum Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at S K Management and starts from $1,300.
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