Cheap Homes for Rent in South Oakland Neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA from $700 (9 Rentals)

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property at 3267 Niagara Sq

3267 Niagara Sq

PittsburghPA15213
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3254 Dawson St

PittsburghPA15213

South Oakland, Pittsburgh, PA Local Guide

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 Steiner Realty South Side Listings priced from $1,020. 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Steiner Realty South Side ListingsCAREY1BR,1BA$1,020
Dawson Village1 Bedroom with Balcony1BR,1BA$1,200
2626 South Side FlatsSAStudio,1BA$1,385

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Oakland, PA

As of September 19, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Oakland area is the $1.40 price per square foot 3209 Niagara St Model at 3209 Niagara St, Unit 2 in the in the Crawford-Roberts neighborhood starting from $1,820. The second greatest value South Oakland apartment is the 2227 Jane St Model at 2227 Jane St, Unit 2227 Jane Street starting at $1,700 with a $1.31 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
3209 Niagara St, Unit 23209 Niagara St4BR,2BA$1.40
2227 Jane St, Unit 2227 Jane Street2227 Jane St3BR,1BA$1.31
2320 E Carson St, Unit 22320 E Carson St3BR,2BA$1.92
The Flats at Southside Works1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.35
2611 Larkins Way, Unit Apt 22611 Larkins Way2BR,1BA$1.60
The OaksJoe Hammer 3x13BR,1BA$2.42
Carson Street CommonsJane1BR,1BA$1.88
3030 South Water ApartmentsCitron - 1st floor - River View1BR,1BA$2.46
Dawson Village1 Bedroom with Balcony1BR,1BA$2.11
Steiner Realty South Side ListingsCAREY1BR,1BA$2.04

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
South Oakland, Pittsburgh, PA

Ranked #124

Among cities in Pennsylvania for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Frequently Asked Questions about South Oakland

What type of rentals are currently available in South Oakland?

There are currently 78 Apartments for Rent in South Oakland, PA with pricing that ranges from $1,200 to $4,800. There are also 33 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in South Oakland ranging from $725 to $4,800.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in South Oakland?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in South Oakland ranges from $725 to $4,800 with an average monthly rent of $2,551.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in South Oakland?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in South Oakland range from $1,535 to $3,741, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,600 to $2,350. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $725 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,820.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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