
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Strip District Pittsburgh, PA from $700 (15 Rentals)
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1622 Hatteras St

651 Hollace St

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2630 Stockholm St, Unit #1, Unit #1

1608 Lowrie St
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Helm on the Allegheny

The Pennsylvanian

27 Noster St

Smallman Flats

1511 Hatteras St
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The Preserve at Heinz

3053 Brereton St

1408 Lager St

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2116 Bedford Ave
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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 | $1,823 | $1,075 | $3,151 |
| Strip District 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,129 | $850 | $4,176 |
| Strip District 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,928 | $1,150 | $5,089 |
| Strip District 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,834 | $1,350 | $5,999 |
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There are currently 15 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 $1,070. The Pennsylvanian has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,205. 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 | $1,070 |
| The Pennsylvanian | Chelsea | Studio,1BA | $1,205 |
| The Preserve at Heinz | 1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,375 |
| The Yards at 3 Crossings | Parlor | Studio,1BA | $1,554 |
| Heinz Lofts | 1 Bedroom FP D1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,580 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Strip District, PA
As of April 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Strip District area is the $1.57 price per square foot 2507 Penn Ave Model at 2507 Penn Ave, Unit 3rd Floor in the in the Central Business District neighborhood starting from $3,140. The second greatest value Strip District apartment is the 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom Model at The Cork Factory Lofts starting at $3,650 with a $2.87 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2507 Penn Ave, Unit 3rd Floor | 2507 Penn Ave | 3BR,3BA | $1.57 |
| The Cork Factory Lofts | 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $2.87 |
| 2505 Penn Ave, Unit Floor 2 | 2505 Penn Ave | 2BR,2BA | $1.96 |
| Edge 1909 | East Liberty | 2BR,2BA | $3.22 |
| Lot 24 Apartments | 1 BR/DEN | 1BR,1BA | $2.90 |
| Heinz Lofts | 1 Bedroom FP E4 | 1BR,1BA | $2.85 |
| Smallman Flats | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.73 |
| The Pennsylvanian | Chelsea | Studio ,1BA | $2.30 |
| The Preserve at Heinz | 1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.77 |
| The Yards at 3 Crossings | Parlor | Studio ,1BA | $3.35 |
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 $1,070, while the average apartment in Strip District costs $9,313.
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 25 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 $536 which is $8,777 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Strip District.
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