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property at 5846 Burchfield Ave

$1,295

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$1,295

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$1,295

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Aug 21

5846 Burchfield Ave

PittsburghPA15217

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 Morrowfield priced from $930. Squirrel Hill Properties has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,099. Here are the most affordable Squirrel Hill South apartments for rent in Pittsburgh, PA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
MorrowfieldOlympiaStudio,1BA$930
Squirrel Hill Properties235 S. Fairmount St. (Studio)Studio,1BA$1,099
The Wendover CommunitySmithfield1BR,1BA$1,118

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Squirrel Hill South, PA

As of June 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Squirrel Hill South area is the $1.60 price per square foot 2201 Pittock St Model at 2201 Pittock St, Unit Appartment in the in the Homewood North neighborhood starting from $2,500. The second greatest value Squirrel Hill South apartment is the 5710 Beacon St Model at 5710 Beacon St, Unit B starting at $2,295 with a $1.53 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.
2201 Pittock St, Unit Appartment2201 Pittock St4BR,2BA$1.60
5710 Beacon St, Unit B5710 Beacon St3BR,1BA$1.53
5737 Hobart St5737 Hobart St3BR,2BA$1.78
3518 Beechwood Blvd, Unit Unit 13518 Beechwood Blvd3BR,1BA$1.46
The Waterfront Apartments and TownhomesTwo Bedroom 2 Bath - 1,193 sqft2BR,2BA$1.70
5840 Alderson St5840 Alderson St2BR,1BA$1.68
4313 Kish Way, Unit Apartment 24313 Kish Way2BR,1BA$0.70
Hobart Court2 BR 1 Bath Units 16,17,182BR,1BA$1.67
The Wendover CommunityStowe2BR,1BA$1.64
Greenhill Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.77

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Squirrel Hill South, Pittsburgh, PA

Ranked #92

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Squirrel Hill South

What type of rentals are currently available in Squirrel Hill South?

There are currently 196 Apartments for Rent in Squirrel Hill South, PA with pricing that ranges from $699 to $4,175. There are also 87 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Squirrel Hill South ranging from $800 to $5,000.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Squirrel Hill South ranges from $800 to $5,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,488.

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

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Squirrel Hill South range from $1,475 to $4,175, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,350 to $4,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,900 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,500.

Expert Rental Resources

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