Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Squirrel Hill South Neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA from $700 (39 Rentals)

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Wendover Annex
Studio Apartments

Wendover Annex

5533-5539 Covode StPittsburgh, PA 15217
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5855 Darlington Rd
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

5855 Darlington Rd

5855 Darlington RdPittsburgh, PA 15217

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2325 Eldridge St
1 Bedroom Apartments

2325 Eldridge St

2325 Eldridge StPittsburgh, PA 15217
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Hazelwood
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Hazelwood

149 Hazelwood AvePittsburgh, PA 15207
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1923-1927 Murray Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

1923-1927 Murray Ave

1923-1927 Murray AvePittsburgh, PA 15217
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Hollendon Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Hollendon Apartments

1723 Wightman StPittsburgh, PA 15217
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5858 Alderson Street
2 Bedroom Apartments

5858 Alderson Street

5858 Alderson StPittsburgh, PA 15217
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Phillips Ave Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Phillips Ave Apartments

5623-5641 Phillips AvePittsburgh, PA 15217
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849 Kennebec St
3 Bedroom Apartments

849 Kennebec St

849 Kennebec StPittsburgh, PA 15217
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Hobart Place
1 Bedroom Apartments

Hobart Place

5620 Hobart StPittsburgh, PA 15217
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Squirrel Hill Flats
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Squirrel Hill Flats

5710-5712 Phillips AvePittsburgh, PA 15217
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2435 Beechwood Blvd
1 Bedroom Apartments

2435 Beechwood Blvd

2435 Beechwood BlvdPittsburgh, PA 15217
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Briarcliff
2 Bedroom Apartments

Briarcliff

7505-7507 Rosemary RdPittsburgh, PA 15221
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Ruth Gardens
1 Bedroom Apartments

Ruth Gardens

5726-5730 Beacon StSquirrel Hill, PA 15217
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Squirrel Hill South, Pittsburgh, PA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Squirrel Hill South Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Squirrel Hill South area of Pittsburgh, PA is a Studio unit found at The Wendover Community priced from $855. 5612 Hempstead has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $995. Here are the most affordable Squirrel Hill South apartments for rent in Pittsburgh, PA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Wendover CommunityFort PittStudio,1BA$855
5612 Hempstead0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$995
MorrowfieldRoadsterStudio,1BA$1,010
Greenhill Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,145
Squirrel Hill FlatsStudioStudio,1BA$1,225
Hobart & Wightman ApartmentsSquirrel Hill One Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,290
Squirrel Hill Properties57031BR,1BA$1,349
Wightman TerraceUpdated StudioStudio,1BA$1,480
Walnut Towers at Frick Park2 Bedroom, 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1,506
The Waterfront Apartments and TownhomesOne Bedroom - 583 sqft1BR,1BA$1,575

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Squirrel Hill South, PA

As of June 20, 2025 the best value apartment in the Squirrel Hill South area is the $1.70 price per square foot 5642 Beacon St Model at 5642 Beacon St in the in the Homewood North neighborhood starting from $3,750. The second greatest value Squirrel Hill South apartment is the 5710 Beacon St Model at 5710 Beacon St, Unit B starting at $2,395 with a $1.60 price per square foot in the Homewood North neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Squirrel Hill South apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
5642 Beacon St5642 Beacon St4BR,2BA$1.70
5710 Beacon St, Unit B5710 Beacon St3BR,1BA$1.60
The Gateway at Summerset2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$1.67
Walnut Towers at Frick Park2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath2BR,1.5BA$1.50
5944 Phillips Ave, Unit 59445944 Phillips Ave3BR,1BA$1.99
Squirrel Hill Properties56452BR,1BA$2.41
Hobart & Wightman ApartmentsSquirrel Hill One Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.84
MorrowfieldMinervaStudio ,1BA$1.88
Greenhill Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.79
The Wendover CommunityFort PittStudio ,1BA$2.19

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Squirrel Hill South, Pittsburgh, PA

Ranked #133

Among neighborhoods in Pittsburgh, PA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Squirrel Hill South Neighborhood in Pittsburgh, PA

Walk Score®

87 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

70 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

52 / 100

Good Transit

Many nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Squirrel Hill South Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Squirrel Hill South?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Squirrel Hill South is at The Wendover Community listed at $855.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Squirrel Hill South Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Squirrel Hill South Apartment is $1,090 at Morrowfield.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Squirrel Hill South Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Squirrel Hill South is starting from $1,265 at Greenhill Apartments.

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