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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Shore Neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA from $300 (30 Rentals)
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115 Merrimac St
PittsburghPA15211
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231 Ulysses St
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$1,313 - $1,777Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Mountvue Apartments
5 Grandview AvePittsburgh, PA 15211
214 Oneida St
PittsburghPA15211
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Eighth and Penn
711-713 Penn AvePittsburgh, PA 15222
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$1,435 - $3,074Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Jan 13, 2026
The Commonwealth Building
316 4th AvePittsburgh, PA 15222
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First Avenue Lofts
422-440 1st AvePittsburgh, PA 15219
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Grandview Pointe Apartments
1411 Grandview AvePittsburgh, PA 15211
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Apartments at River View
300 Liberty AvePittsburgh, PA 15222
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The Venue Apartments
625 Stanwix StPittsburgh, PA 15222
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8 E Sycamore St
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328 Merrimac St
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1110 Virginia Ave
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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 | $1,730 | $1,313 | $4,500 |
| South Shore 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,006 | $350 | $4,500 |
| South Shore 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,872 | $1,095 | $6,500 |
| South Shore 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,908 | $3,444 | $5,997 |
| South Shore 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,600 | $1,600 | $1,600 |
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There are currently 30 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the South Shore Neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA.
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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 $1,313. 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 | $1,313 |
| 900 Penn | Studio A | Studio,1BA | $1,399 |
| First Avenue Lofts | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,450 |
| Eighth and Penn | Byham A | 1BR,1BA | $1,480 |
| Grandview Pointe Apartments | Olympia | 1BR,1BA | $1,487 |
| Apartments at River View | 1 Bedroom/1 Bathroom - 867 | 1BR,1BA | $1,489 |
| The Venue Apartments | City View 1 - Designer | 1BR,1BA | $1,500 |
| The Commonwealth Building | Suite S4 | Studio,1BA | $1,508 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Shore, PA
As of December 31, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Shore area is the $1.32 price per square foot 139 7th St Model at 139 7th St, Unit 2000 in the in the Central Business District neighborhood starting from $2,900. The second greatest value South Shore apartment is the 331 Clarence Street Model at 331 Clarence Street, Unit 331 Clarence starting at $1,600 with a $0.73 price per square foot in the Allegheny West 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 139 7th St, Unit 2000 | 139 7th St | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.32 |
| 331 Clarence Street, Unit 331 Clarence | 331 Clarence Street | 4BR,2BA | $0.73 |
| 930 Penn Ave | Model A | 2BR,2BA | $1.71 |
| Grandview Pointe Apartments | Sweetbriar | 2BR,2BA | $2.20 |
| 905 Liberty Ave, Unit 2A | 905 Liberty Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.49 |
| Apartments at River View | 2 Bedroom/2 Bathroom - 1155 | 2BR,2BA | $2.41 |
| 122 Maple Ter, Unit 1 | 122 Maple Ter | 1BR,1.5BA | $1.38 |
| First Avenue Lofts | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.42 |
| Mountvue Apartments | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $2.26 |
| 900 Penn | Studio A | Studio ,1BA | $2.69 |
Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Shore Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in South Shore?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in South Shore is under $1,508.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in South Shore?
The cheapest apartment in South Shore is Mountvue Apartments which is listed at $1,450, while the average apartment in South Shore costs $5,679.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in South Shore?
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 4 regular apartments in South Shore 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 Shore?
Cheap apartments in South Shore have an average cost of $165 which is $5,514 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in South Shore.
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Besides Pittsburgh's yearly homage to pickles, nationally recognized football team, and coinage of the word "yinz," the city is also known for its renowned higher education opportunities.
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