
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Shore Neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA from $800 (36 Rentals)
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116 Kearsarge St

453 Edith St

180 Oneida St

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314 Augusta St, Unit Second Floor Duplex

311 Augusta

11 Fifth Ave

Mountvue Apartments

122-122 Kearsarge St
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900 Penn

Eighth and Penn

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The Commonwealth Building

The Venue Apartments

332 Natchez St

32 Wyoming St

First Avenue Lofts

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Apartments at River View

LiveWell Apartments
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170-170 Oneida St

Century Building

331 Clarence Street, Unit 331 Clarence

Standard Life Building

456 Augusta St

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The Penn Garrison Lofts

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Sycamore

328 Merrimac St

526 Penn Avenue

186 Oneida St

226 Merrimac St

The Roosevelt Building

1407 Virginia Ave

The William
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South Shore, Pittsburgh, PA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Shore?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Shore Studio Apartments | $1,748 | $1,375 | $4,500 |
| South Shore 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,938 | $895 | $4,500 |
| South Shore 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,788 | $1,100 | $5,502 |
| South Shore 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,921 | $1,425 | $9,369 |
| South Shore 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,600 | $1,600 | $1,600 |
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Cheapest Available South Shore Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Shore area of Pittsburgh, PA is a Studio unit found at Mountvue Apartments priced from $1,375. 900 Penn has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,399. Here are the most affordable South Shore apartments for rent in Pittsburgh, PA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mountvue Apartments | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,375 |
| 900 Penn | Studio A | Studio,1BA | $1,399 |
| Eighth and Penn | Maddock | Studio,1BA | $1,400 |
| First Avenue Lofts | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,450 |
| Apartments at River View | 1 Bedroom/1 Bathroom - 687 | 1BR,1BA | $1,499 |
| LiveWell Apartments | Loft LA | Studio,1BA | $1,556 |
| Grandview Pointe Apartments | Olympia | 1BR,1BA | $1,643 |
| Market Square Place | 308 | 1BR,1BA | $1,725 |
| Glasshouse Pittsburgh | 1 Bed1 Bath JR-.5B | 1BR,1BA | $1,760 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Shore, PA
As of February 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Shore area is the $0.73 price per square foot 331 Clarence Street Model at 331 Clarence Street, Unit 331 Clarence in the in the Allegheny West neighborhood starting from $1,600. The second greatest value South Shore apartment is the Model B Model at 930 Penn Ave starting at $2,950 with a $1.87 price per square foot in the Central Business District neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Shore apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 331 Clarence Street, Unit 331 Clarence | 331 Clarence Street | 4BR,2BA | $0.73 |
| 930 Penn Ave | Model B | 2BR,2BA | $1.87 |
| 905 Liberty Ave, Unit 2A | 905 Liberty Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.49 |
| Apartments at River View | 2 Bedroom/2 Bathroom - 1155 | 2BR,2BA | $2.55 |
| 709 Penn Ave, Unit StarLoft | 709 Penn Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.64 |
| The Commonwealth Building | Suite C2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.61 |
| Grandview Pointe Apartments | Olympia | 1BR,1BA | $2.15 |
| First Avenue Lofts | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.42 |
| Mountvue Apartments | Studio - 4th Floor | Studio ,1BA | $2.76 |
| 900 Penn | Studio A | Studio ,1BA | $2.69 |
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3.0Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Shore Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in South Shore?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in South Shore is at Mountvue Apartments listed at $1,375.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom South Shore Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom South Shore Apartment is $1,450 at Mountvue Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom South Shore Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in South Shore is starting from $1,960 at The Venue Apartments.
What is the most affordable South Shore Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap South Shore Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at LiveWell Apartments and starts from $3,444.
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