
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Upper Lawrenceville Neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA from $500 (121 Rentals)
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The Lorrie

East Liberty Properties

2050 Lowrie St

Cornerstone Village Apartments

Elm Grove

Arsenal 201

5917 Walnut St

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Ellsworth Towers

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Coronado
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5013 Stanton Ave

6023 Stanton Ave

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5551 Columbo St, Unit 1

820 Collins St

5442 Jackson St

233 38th St

Helm on the Allegheny

5104 Baum Blvd

FRIENDSHIP COURT

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4909 CENTRE AVE
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36 Hickory St

1608 Lowrie St

Ohara Place Apartments LP

601 N Euclid Ave

721 Chislett St

4709 Corday Way

5514 Broad St

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427 Taylor St

Belmont
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1630 Lowrie St, Unit 3

237 Ella St

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50 Maplewood St

842 Chislett St

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236 Shady Ave, Unit lower unit

Franklin West Apartments, Leasing Office

213 S Aiken Ave

South Aiken Apartments

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4052 Penn Ave, Unit Apartment 2

Thames Manor
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Eaglemoor

238 Lehigh Ave

5408 Kincaid St

5416 Black St

420 S Pacific Ave

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Highland Park Club Apartments

Arlington Apartments

135 Pearl St, Unit 2

230 S Negley Ave

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Upper Lawrenceville, Pittsburgh, PA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Upper Lawrenceville?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Upper Lawrenceville Studio Apartments | $1,988 | $919 | $9,993 |
| Upper Lawrenceville 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,230 | $820 | $4,552 |
| Upper Lawrenceville 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,916 | $825 | $8,521 |
| Upper Lawrenceville 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,067 | $1,183 | $7,520 |
| Upper Lawrenceville 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,871 | $2,195 | $3,690 |
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Cheapest Available Upper Lawrenceville Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Upper Lawrenceville area of Pittsburgh, PA is a Studio unit found at The Lorrie priced from $805. East Liberty Properties has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $820. Here are the most affordable Upper Lawrenceville apartments for rent in Pittsburgh, PA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Lorrie | Abbey | Studio,1BA | $805 |
| East Liberty Properties | 6017 Stanton Ave. (1BR) | 1BR,1BA | $820 |
| Cornerstone Village Apartments | 1 Bedroom Tax Credit*** | 1BR,1BA | $856 |
| 110 Butler St | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| Liberty Point Apartments LP | 1B / 1B | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| Cavendish | Woods | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| Helm on the Allegheny | Co-Living Suite | 1BR,1BA | $1,025 |
| FRIENDSHIP COURT | Studio Available Now | Studio,1BA | $1,039 |
| Coronado | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,070 |
| Jancey St Townhomes | Charming Townhome | 2BR,1BA | $1,100 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Upper Lawrenceville, PA
As of March 01, 2026 the best value apartment in the Upper Lawrenceville area is the $1.00 price per square foot 419 S Atlantic Ave Model at 419 S Atlantic Ave, Unit 1st 2nd floors in the in the Middle Hill neighborhood starting from $3,000. The second greatest value Upper Lawrenceville apartment is the 534 Aspen St Model at 534 Aspen St, Unit 2 starting at $1,600 with a $1.07 price per square foot in the Crawford-Roberts neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Upper Lawrenceville apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 419 S Atlantic Ave, Unit 1st 2nd floors | 419 S Atlantic Ave | 4BR,2BA | $1.00 |
| 534 Aspen St, Unit 2 | 534 Aspen St | 2BR,2BA | $1.07 |
| Garfield Commons | Three Bedroom | 3BR,1.5BA | $0.92 |
| 227 Taylor St, Unit 2 | 227 Taylor St | 2BR,1BA | $1.04 |
| Eaglemoor | Quartz | 2BR,2BA | $1.27 |
| 3952 Howley St, Unit Floor 1 | 3952 Howley St | 2BR,1BA | $1.30 |
| 64 Bridge St, Unit 4 | 64 Bridge St | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.44 |
| 201 North Ave, Unit 2nd floor | 201 North Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| Jancey St Townhomes | Charming Townhome | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| 5120 Friendship Ave, Unit 2 | 5120 Friendship Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.40 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Upper Lawrenceville Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Upper Lawrenceville?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Upper Lawrenceville is under $1,100.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Upper Lawrenceville?
The cheapest apartment in Upper Lawrenceville is East Liberty Properties which is listed at $820, while the average apartment in Upper Lawrenceville costs $3,000.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Upper Lawrenceville?
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 178 regular apartments in Upper Lawrenceville 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 Upper Lawrenceville?
Cheap apartments in Upper Lawrenceville have an average cost of $628 which is $2,372 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Upper Lawrenceville.
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