
Cheap Homes for Rent in the Squirrel Hill South Neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA from $700 (14 Rentals)
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2421 Beechwood Blvd, Unit 2421D

2306 Sherbrook St

5710 Phillips Ave, Unit A3

3833 Acorn St

2419 Beechwood Blvd

6350 Forward Ave, Unit 3
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5710 Phillips Ave, Unit A1

6319 Monitor St, Unit 6317 Apt #2

737 Montclair St

6350 Forward Ave, Unit 16

6311 Morrowfield Ave

6350 Forward Ave, Unit 11

4303 Ludwick St
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Squirrel Hill South?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Squirrel Hill South 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,704 | $1,325 | $2,364 |
| Squirrel Hill South 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,922 | $700 | $2,900 |
| Squirrel Hill South 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,161 | $1,795 | $3,000 |
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There are currently 14 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Squirrel Hill South Neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA.
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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 $948. The Wendover Community has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,090. Here are the most affordable Squirrel Hill South apartments for rent in Pittsburgh, PA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morrowfield | Roadster | Studio,1BA | $948 |
| The Wendover Community | Liberty | 1BR,1BA | $1,090 |
| Squirrel Hill Properties | 235 S. Fairmount St. (Studio) | Studio,1BA | $1,099 |
| 6350 Forward Ave | 1 bd, 1 ba | 1BR,1BA | $1,265 |
| DALZELL PLACE - 6618 -- 187 | DALZELL PLACE -- 6618 -- 187 - 4 | 2BR,1BA | $1,599 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Squirrel Hill South, PA
As of July 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Squirrel Hill South area is the $1.47 price per square foot 5900 Phillips Ave Model at 5900 Phillips Ave, Unit appartment in the in the Homewood North neighborhood starting from $2,300. The second greatest value Squirrel Hill South apartment is the 2201 Pittock St Model at 2201 Pittock St, Unit Appartment starting at $2,500 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5900 Phillips Ave, Unit appartment | 5900 Phillips Ave | 4BR,2BA | $1.47 |
| 2201 Pittock St, Unit Appartment | 2201 Pittock St | 4BR,2BA | $1.60 |
| 3518 Beechwood Blvd, Unit 1 | 3518 Beechwood Blvd | 3BR,1BA | $1.40 |
| The Waterfront Apartments and Townhomes | Two Bedroom 2 Bath - 1,193 sqft | 2BR,2BA | $1.74 |
| 5840 Alderson St | 5840 Alderson St | 2BR,1BA | $1.68 |
| 5702 Darlington Rd, Unit 1 | 5702 Darlington Rd | 3BR,1BA | $1.83 |
| 6336 Forward Ave, Unit 2nd Floor | 6336 Forward Ave | 3BR,2BA | $1.37 |
| 5862 Forbes Ave, Unit 23 | 5862 Forbes Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| 137 Hazelwood Ave, Unit 1 | 137 Hazelwood Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| The Wendover Community | Liberty | 1BR,1BA | $1.83 |
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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 182 Apartments for Rent in Squirrel Hill South, PA with pricing that ranges from $875 to $4,175. There are also 62 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Squirrel Hill South ranging from $700 to $3,000.
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 $700 to $3,000 with an average monthly rent of $1,796.
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 $1,200 to $4,175, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $700 to $2,900. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,795 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,300.
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