
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Swissvale Neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA from $600 (18 Rentals)
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The Forest Apartments

Cambridge Court

600 Allenby Ave, Unit 3
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Swissvale, Pittsburgh, PA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Swissvale?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Swissvale Studio Apartments | $830 | $830 | $830 |
Swissvale 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,040 | $870 | $1,200 |
Swissvale 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,122 | $695 | $1,640 |
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There are currently 18 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Swissvale Neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA.
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Cheapest Available Swissvale Apartments for Rent
 Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Cambridge Court | Elm | Studio,1BA | $830 |
Sailor Place Apartments | Sailor 3 | 2BR,1BA | $1,050 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Swissvale, PA
As of July 15, 2025 the best value apartment in the Swissvale area is the $1.60 price per square foot Sailor 16 Model at Sailor Place Apartments in the in the East Allegheny neighborhood starting from $1,120. The second greatest value Swissvale apartment is the 1100 Laclair St Model at 1100 Laclair St, Unit 2R starting at $1,195 with a $2.99 price per square foot in the East Hills neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Swissvale apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Sailor Place Apartments | Sailor 16 | 2BR,1BA | $1.60 |
1100 Laclair St, Unit 2R | 1100 Laclair St | 1BR,1BA | $2.99 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSwissvale, Pittsburgh, PA
Ranked #72
Among neighborhoods in Pittsburgh, PA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Getting Around the Swissvale Neighborhood in Pittsburgh, PA
Walk Score®
75 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
58 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
1 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
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 Swissvale Apartments
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Swissvale Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Swissvale is starting from $1,050 at Sailor Place Apartments.
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