
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Plum Neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA from $500 (21 Rentals)
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Alcoma on the Green

Holiday Park Apartments and Townhomes

PARK MANOR

The Meadows Apartments

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Four Seasons Apartments

406 Pierson Run Rd

300 Barckhoff St

Plum Park Apartments

1088 Milltown Rd, Unit 3

105 Kellywood Manor

602 Kellywood Manor
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Plum, Pittsburgh, PA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Plum?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plum Studio Apartments | $1,157 | $1,157 | $1,157 |
| Plum 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,178 | $695 | $2,090 |
| Plum 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,452 | $850 | $2,222 |
| Plum 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,646 | $1,350 | $2,250 |
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There are currently 21 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Plum Neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA.
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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 $745. 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 | $745 |
| Plum Park Apartments | 1BR's | 1BR,1BA | $799 |
| PARK MANOR | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
| Alcoma on the Green | The Oak | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| Holiday Park Apartments and Townhomes | One Bedroom Apartment Home | 1BR,1BA | $945 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Plum, PA
As of May 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the Plum area is the $1.48 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 $1,930. 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 | $1.48 |
| Nittany Highland Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.11 |
| Evergreen Apartments | Style 5 | 1BR,1BA | $1.98 |
| Alcoma on the Green | The Oak | 1BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| Greenview Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.15 |
| Logans Ferry Senior Apartments | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.64 |
| Plum Park Apartments | 1BR's | 1BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| PARK MANOR | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Plum Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Plum?
The cheapest apartment in Plum is Greenview Apartments which is listed at $745, while the average apartment in Plum costs $1,402.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Plum?
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 4 regular apartments in Plum that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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