Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Polish Hill Neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA from $700 (80 Rentals)

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3208 Brereton St, Unit 4
$1,145
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$1,145
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3208 Brereton St, Unit 4

3208 Brereton StPittsburgh, PA 15219
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736 Clarissa St, Unit 2
$1,175
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$1,175
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736 Clarissa St, Unit 2

736 Clarissa StPittsburgh, PA 15219
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712 Herron Ave, Unit 710
$1,195
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$1,195
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712 Herron Ave, Unit 710

712 Herron AvePittsburgh, PA 15219
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property at 3008 Paulowna St

$1,195 - $1,250

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Available Aug 3

3008 Paulowna St

PittsburghPA15219

Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

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250 36th St
$1,350 - $1,650
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$1,350 - $1,650
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250 36th St

250 36th StPittsburgh, PA 15201
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property at 3932 Howley St

$1,395 - $1,850

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3932 Howley St

PittsburghPA15224

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When searching for a roommate, follow this list of essential steps and set clear expectations to create a solid foundation for a harmonious living situation.

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1901 Ley St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1901 Ley St

1901 Ley StPittsburgh, PA 15212
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King Edward 4609
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

King Edward 4609

4609 Bayard StPittsburgh, PA 15213
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Devon Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Devon Apartments

233 N Craig StPittsburgh, PA 15213
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Mark Twain
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Mark Twain

406 N Neville StPittsburgh, PA 15213
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Dakota
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Dakota

259 Melwood AvePittsburgh, PA 15213
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Royal Windsor
Studio to 5 Bedroom Apartments

Royal Windsor

222 Melwood AvePittsburgh, PA 15213
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North Windsor Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

North Windsor Apartments

234 Melwood AvePittsburgh, PA 15213
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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

From theft to fire to water damage, the unexpected can happen to any renter. Discover why renters insurance is one of the smartest and most affordable investments you can make as a tenant.

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Polish Hill, Pittsburgh, PA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Polish Hill Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Polish Hill area of Pittsburgh, PA is a Studio unit found at Aberdeen Apartments priced from $1,065. Ohara Place Apartments LP has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,095. Here are the most affordable Polish Hill apartments for rent in Pittsburgh, PA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Aberdeen ApartmentsLarge EfficiencyStudio,1BA$1,065
Ohara Place Apartments LP1 Bedroom Silver1BR,1BA$1,095
Stephen FosterOne-Bedroom (Ground FL)1BR,1BA$1,165
New King Edward Apartments0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,220

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Polish Hill, PA

As of June 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the Polish Hill area is the $1.64 price per square foot 3BR/2.0BA Model at The Royal York Apartments in the in the North Oakland neighborhood starting from $3,200. The second greatest value Polish Hill apartment is the 3301 Iowa St Model at 3301 Iowa St, Unit Unit 1 starting at $1,400 with a $1.08 price per square foot in the North Oakland neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Polish Hill apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Royal York Apartments3BR/2.0BA3BR,2BA$1.64
3301 Iowa St, Unit Unit 13301 Iowa St3BR,1BA$1.08
2120 Bedford Ave, Unit 12120 Bedford Ave2BR,1BA$1.00
3208 Brereton St, Unit 43208 Brereton St1BR,1BA$1.15
250 36th St250 36th St1BR,1BA$1.55
Catalyst LoftsOne Bedroom Plus Den1BR,1BA$1.66
712 Herron Ave, Unit 710712 Herron Ave2BR,1BA$1.46
2116 Bedford Ave, Unit Rear2116 Bedford Ave1BR,1BA$1.06
736 Clarissa St, Unit 2736 Clarissa St1BR,1BA$1.57
817 Anaheim St, Unit Apt. 2817 Anaheim St1BR,1BA$1.42

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Pittsburgh's Academic Gems: A Local Expert's University and Housing Guide

Learn About the Best Neighborhoods to Rent Near College Campuses in Pittsburgh, PA | Find Pittsburgh Off-Campus Student Housing at ApartmentHomeLiving.com

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Polish Hill, Pittsburgh, PA

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Polish Hill Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Polish Hill?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Polish Hill is under $1,220.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Polish Hill?

The cheapest apartment in Polish Hill is Ohara Place Apartments LP which is listed at $1,095, while the average apartment in Polish Hill costs $3,250.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Polish Hill?

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 26 regular apartments in Polish Hill 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 Polish Hill?

Cheap apartments in Polish Hill have an average cost of $565 which is $2,685 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Polish Hill.

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