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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Oakland Neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA from $600 (25 Rentals)
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3623 Frazier St
PittsburghPA15213
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$6201 Bedroom Apartment Available Feb 1, 2026
3284 Dawson Street, Unit Furnished Bedroom 1
3284 Dawson StreetPittsburgh, PA 15213
77 Bates St
PittsburghPA15213
3320 Ward St
PittsburghPA15213
3203 Joe Hammer Square
PittsburghPA15213
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$1,0501 Bedroom Apartment Available Aug 1, 2026
514 Semple St, Unit 1
514 Semple StPittsburgh, PA 15213
47 Bates St
PittsburghPA15213
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3423 Ward St
PittsburghPA15213
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$1,2002 Bedroom Apartment Available Aug 20, 2026
3225 Joe Hammer Square, Unit 2
3225 Joe Hammer SquarePittsburgh, PA 15213
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3329 Ward St
PittsburghPA15213
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Dawson Village
3429 Dawson StPittsburgh, PA 15213
3610 Dawson St
PittsburghPA15213
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2626 South Side Flats
2626 S Tunnel BlvdPittsburgh, PA 15203
350 Coltart Ave
PittsburghPA15213
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Work and Live in the Burgh: The Top Employers and Where to Find Your Perfect Pittsburgh Apartment
Searching for an apartment near your new job in Pittsburgh? This local guide highlights the top employers and recommends walkable, vibrant neighborhoods like Shadyside, Downtown, and Oakland.
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3101 Kennett Sq
PittsburghPA15213
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3318 Hardie Wy
PittsburghPA15213
3271 Niagara Square
PittsburghPA15213
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2614 Larkins Wy
PittsburghPA15203
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South Oakland, Pittsburgh, PA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Oakland?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Oakland Studio Apartments | $1,588 | $850 | $2,090 |
| South Oakland 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,851 | $620 | $3,063 |
| South Oakland 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,218 | $1,085 | $4,594 |
| South Oakland 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,138 | $1,800 | $2,991 |
| South Oakland 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,436 | $600 | $3,400 |
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Cheapest Available South Oakland Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Oakland area of Pittsburgh, PA is a 1 Bed unit found at 2512 Sarah St priced from $1,100. Dawson Village has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,200. Here are the most affordable South Oakland apartments for rent in Pittsburgh, PA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2512 Sarah St | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| Dawson Village | 1 Bedroom with Balcony - ASK ABOUT MOVE IN SPEC... | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| 2626 South Side Flats | SA | Studio,1BA | $1,295 |
| Carson Street Commons | Ann | 1BR,1BA | $1,410 |
| Brix at 26 | 202 | Studio,1BA | $1,490 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Oakland, PA
As of December 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Oakland area is the $1.92 price per square foot 2320 E Carson St Model at 2320 E Carson St, Unit 2 in the in the Crawford-Roberts neighborhood starting from $2,300. The second greatest value South Oakland apartment is the 1 Bed 1 Bath Model at The Flats at Southside Works starting at $1,600 with a $1.35 price per square foot in the Crawford-Roberts neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Oakland apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2320 E Carson St, Unit 2 | 2320 E Carson St | 3BR,2BA | $1.92 |
| The Flats at Southside Works | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.35 |
| 2512 Sarah St | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.10 |
| 2410 Jane St, Unit 1 | 2410 Jane St | 1BR,1BA | $1.10 |
| The Oaks | Joe Hammer 3x1 | 3BR,1BA | $2.42 |
| 3030 South Water Apartments | Citron - 3rd Floor - River View | 1BR,1BA | $2.51 |
| Carson Street Commons | Ann | 1BR,1BA | $2.45 |
| Dawson Village | 1 Bedroom with Balcony - ASK ABOUT MOVE IN SPEC... | 1BR,1BA | $2.11 |
| Hot Metal Flats | Studio E1 | Studio ,1BA | $2.76 |
| 2626 South Side Flats | SA | Studio ,1BA | $3.22 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Oakland Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in South Oakland?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in South Oakland is under $1,600.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in South Oakland?
The cheapest apartment in South Oakland is 2512 Sarah St which is listed at $1,100, while the average apartment in South Oakland costs $5,285.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in South Oakland?
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 15 regular apartments in South Oakland 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 South Oakland?
Cheap apartments in South Oakland have an average cost of $428 which is $4,857 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in South Oakland.
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