
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Swisshelm Park Neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA from $500 (65 Rentals)
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The Flats on Penn

Gladstone Residences

1486 Princeton Blvd

Velma Court

600 Ardmore Blvd

Cambridge Court

Carriage House Apartments

4349 Murray Ave

Morrowfield
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The Forest Apartments

Frick Park Village

Forbes Management

319 Franklin Ave, Unit 1

2050 Monongahela Ave

3916 Coleman St, Unit 3916 COLEMAN ST #3
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329 South Ave, Unit 1

Edgewood Court Apartments
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Swisshelm Park, Pittsburgh, PA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Swisshelm Park?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Swisshelm Park Studio Apartments | $1,066 | $710 | $1,600 |
| Swisshelm Park 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,289 | $595 | $1,881 |
| Swisshelm Park 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,583 | $750 | $2,491 |
| Swisshelm Park 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,138 | $700 | $3,865 |
| Swisshelm Park 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,860 | $1,600 | $3,850 |
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There are currently 65 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Swisshelm Park Neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA.
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Cheapest Available Swisshelm Park Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Swisshelm Park area of Pittsburgh, PA is a Studio unit found at The Flats on Penn priced from $710. Carriage House Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $895. Here are the most affordable Swisshelm Park apartments for rent in Pittsburgh, PA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Flats on Penn | Radcliff | Studio,1BA | $710 |
| Carriage House Apartments | 1 Bedroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| Cambridge Court | GRAFF 7921 | 1BR,1BA | $980 |
| Forbes Management | 5208 Stanton Ave (2BR) | 2BR,1BA | $1,015 |
| NORMANDY | GH | Studio,1BA | $1,020 |
| 201 Center Ave | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
| Morrowfield | Darrin | 1BR,1BA | $1,055 |
| Edgewood Court Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Swisshelm Park, PA
As of December 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the Swisshelm Park area is the $0.96 price per square foot 505 South Ave Model at 505 South Ave, Unit 1 in the in the East Hills neighborhood starting from $1,800. The second greatest value Swisshelm Park apartment is the 435 Franklin Ave Model at 435 Franklin Ave, Unit 2 starting at $1,520 with a $0.86 price per square foot in the East Hills neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Swisshelm Park apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 505 South Ave, Unit 1 | 505 South Ave | 3BR,2.5BA | $0.96 |
| 435 Franklin Ave, Unit 2 | 435 Franklin Ave | 3BR,1BA | $0.86 |
| 4229 Haldane St | 4229 Haldane St | 4BR,1BA | $1.03 |
| 299 West St, Unit 2 | 299 West St | 4BR,1.5BA | $0.97 |
| Homestead Masonic Hall Lofts | Live/Work Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.13 |
| 776 Melbourne St, Unit 2 | 776 Melbourne St | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.21 |
| 314 S Trenton Ave, Unit 3 | 314 S Trenton Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.08 |
| 1043 S Trenton Ave, Unit 2 | 1043 S Trenton Ave | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.27 |
| 624 Frayne St, Unit Apt #2 | 624 Frayne St | 2BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| Carriage House Apartments | 1 Bedroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1.20 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSwisshelm Park, Pittsburgh, PA
Ranked #104
Among cities in Pennsylvania for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Swisshelm Park, Pittsburgh, PA
Pittsburgh Allderdice High School
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Getting Around the Swisshelm Park Neighborhood in Pittsburgh, PA
Walk Score®
21 / 100
Car-Dependent
Almost all errands require a car
Bike Score®
32 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
39 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Swisshelm Park Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Swisshelm Park?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Swisshelm Park is at The Flats on Penn listed at $710.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Swisshelm Park Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Swisshelm Park Apartment is $895 at Carriage House Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Swisshelm Park Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Swisshelm Park is starting from $1,015 at Forbes Management.
What is the most affordable Swisshelm Park Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Swisshelm Park Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Royal Plaza Rockwel Realty Leasing and starts from $1,800.
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