
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Strip District Pittsburgh, PA from $700 (18 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Strip District area of Pittsburgh.


1608 Lowrie St

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1630 Lowrie St, Unit 3

640 Hollace St

Smallman Flats

The Preserve at Heinz
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The Pennsylvanian

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Heinz Lofts

The Yards at 3 Crossings

Mulberry Lofts

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Brewers Block
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1627 On The Strip

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Strip District, Pittsburgh, PA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Strip District?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Strip District Studio Apartments | $1,807 | $1,075 | $3,323 |
| Strip District 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,126 | $1,025 | $3,578 |
| Strip District 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,950 | $1,842 | $4,537 |
| Strip District 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,311 | $3,767 | $5,800 |
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There are currently 18 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Strip District Neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA.
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Cheapest Available Strip District Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Strip District area of Pittsburgh, PA is a 1 Bed unit found at Helm on the Allegheny priced from $1,025. The Preserve at Heinz has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,375. Here are the most affordable Strip District apartments for rent in Pittsburgh, PA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Helm on the Allegheny | Co-Living Suite | 1BR,1BA | $1,025 |
| The Preserve at Heinz | 1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,375 |
| The Pennsylvanian | Chelsea | Studio,1BA | $1,396 |
| The Yards at 3 Crossings | Parlor | Studio,1BA | $1,546 |
| Mulberry Lofts | A5 Donora | 1BR,1BA | $1,640 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Strip District, PA
As of March 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Strip District area is the $1.96 price per square foot 2505 Penn Ave Model at 2505 Penn Ave, Unit Floor 2 in the in the Central Business District neighborhood starting from $2,350. The second greatest value Strip District apartment is the 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Premium Model at The Cork Factory Lofts starting at $2,399 with a $3.04 price per square foot in the Central Business District neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Strip District apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2505 Penn Ave, Unit Floor 2 | 2505 Penn Ave | 2BR,2BA | $1.96 |
| The Cork Factory Lofts | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Premium | 1BR,1BA | $3.04 |
| Lot 24 Apartments | One BR | 1BR,1BA | $2.82 |
| Edge 1909 | Emerald Hills | 1BR,1BA | $3.35 |
| 1627 On The Strip | Open Concept 1B | 1BR,1BA | $2.54 |
| Smallman Flats | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.73 |
| Heinz Lofts | 1 Bedroom FP D1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.99 |
| The Pennsylvanian | Chelsea | Studio ,1BA | $2.66 |
| The Preserve at Heinz | 1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.77 |
| The Yards at 3 Crossings | Parlor | Studio ,1BA | $3.28 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Strip District Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Strip District?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Strip District is under $1,750.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Strip District?
The cheapest apartment in Strip District is Helm on the Allegheny which is listed at $1,025, while the average apartment in Strip District costs $12,363.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Strip District?
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 43 regular apartments in Strip District 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 Strip District?
Cheap apartments in Strip District have an average cost of $508 which is $11,855 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Strip District.
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