3716 Orpwood St
PittsburghPA15213
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Oakland Neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA from $600 (26 Rentals)
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$850Studio Apartment Available Jan 1, 2026
3422 Ward St, Unit ROOM RENTAL Floor 2
3422 Ward StPittsburgh, PA 15213
3317 Juliet 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
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3329 Ward St
PittsburghPA15213
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3243 Niagara Square
PittsburghPA15213
3322 Ward St
PittsburghPA15213
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3610 Dawson St
PittsburghPA15213
3528 Boulevard of the Allies
PittsburghPA15213
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$1,2501 Bedroom Apartment Available Aug 1, 2026
3604 Dawson St, Unit #3
3604 Dawson StPittsburgh, PA 15213
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2626 South Side Flats
2626 S Tunnel BlvdPittsburgh, PA 15203
350 Coltart Ave
PittsburghPA15213
2304 1/2 E Carson St
PittsburghPA15203
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2306 E Carson St
PittsburghPA15203
104 S 24th St
PittsburghPA15203
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3101 Kennett Sq
PittsburghPA15213
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2420 Carey Wy
PittsburghPA15203
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PittsburghPA15213
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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 | $1,554 | $850 | $2,100 |
| South Oakland 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,890 | $950 | $3,063 |
| South Oakland 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,167 | $1,200 | $4,594 |
| South Oakland 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,064 | $1,325 | $3,741 |
| South Oakland 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,645 | $1,700 | $3,290 |
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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 Dawson Village priced from $1,200. 2626 South Side Flats has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,295. Here are the most affordable South Oakland apartments for rent in Pittsburgh, PA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dawson Village | 1 Bedroom with Balcony | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| 2626 South Side Flats | SA | Studio,1BA | $1,295 |
| Carson Street Commons | Ann | 1BR,1BA | $1,420 |
| Hot Metal Flats | Studio E1 | Studio,1BA | $1,470 |
| Brix at 26 | 202 | Studio,1BA | $1,490 |
| The Oaks | Schenley | 2BR,1BA | $1,500 |
| 3030 South Water Apartments | Citron Unit 304 | 1BR,1BA | $1,599 |
| The Flats at Southside Works | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,650 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Oakland, PA
As of November 15, 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 $1,650 with a $1.39 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 | $1.39 |
| 3345 Parkview Ave, Unit 1 | 3345 Parkview Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.55 |
| 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 | $2.47 |
| Dawson Village | 1 Bedroom with Balcony | 1BR,1BA | $2.11 |
| Hot Metal Flats | Studio E1 | Studio ,1BA | $2.71 |
| 2626 South Side Flats | SA | Studio ,1BA | $3.22 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSouth Oakland, Pittsburgh, PA
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Among cities in Pennsylvania for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Getting Around the South Oakland Neighborhood in Pittsburgh, PA
Walk Score®
38 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
65 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
67 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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 $1,650.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in South Oakland?
The cheapest apartment in South Oakland is Dawson Village which is listed at $1,200, 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 $364 which is $4,921 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in South Oakland.
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