
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Uptown Pittsburgh Neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA from $900 (47 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Uptown Pittsburgh area of Pittsburgh.


1815 Locust St

Park View Apartments

Helm on the Allegheny

Terminal 21

The Pennsylvanian

City View Apartments

1812 Locust St, Unit #2

Dawson Village
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Oakland Apartments

Flats on Fifth

Oak Hill

The Preserve at Heinz

2626 South Side Flats

Arlington Apartments

The Washington at Chatham

Wellington Apartments

42 Van Braam St
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Eighth and Penn

Connection at Southside

Carson Street Commons

The Commonwealth Building

The School House

Smallman Flats

First Avenue Lofts

1709 FIFTH AVE

The Venue Apartments
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Apartments at River View

Brix at 26

Brewers Block

214 Seneca St

Kaufmanns

LiveWell Apartments

Bracken House

Heinz Lofts
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Grandview Pointe Apartments

Market Square Place

113 Kirkpatrick St

Fifth Avenue School Lofts

The District

The Foundry at 41st

Live South Side
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1705 Tustin St

214 Seneca St
Uptown Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Uptown Pittsburgh?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Uptown Pittsburgh Studio Apartments | $1,547 | $1,000 | $2,675 |
| Uptown Pittsburgh 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,918 | $950 | $3,831 |
| Uptown Pittsburgh 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,557 | $1,335 | $6,500 |
| Uptown Pittsburgh 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,135 | $1,125 | $5,997 |
| Uptown Pittsburgh 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,350 | $1,350 | $1,350 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 47 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Uptown Pittsburgh Neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA.
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Cheapest Available Uptown Pittsburgh Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Uptown Pittsburgh area of Pittsburgh, PA is a Studio unit found at Park View Apartments priced from $1,005. Helm on the Allegheny has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,025. Here are the most affordable Uptown Pittsburgh apartments for rent in Pittsburgh, PA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park View Apartments | ST-A | Studio,1BA | $1,005 |
| Helm on the Allegheny | Co-Living Suite | 1BR,1BA | $1,025 |
| Dawson Village | 1 Bedroom with Balcony - ASK ABOUT MOVE IN SPEC... | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| City View Apartments | Style 07 | Studio,1BA | $1,204 |
| The Pennsylvanian | Chelsea | Studio,1BA | $1,282 |
| Flats on Fifth | 1 Bedroom Suite A | 1BR,1BA | $1,295 |
| The Preserve at Heinz | 1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,299 |
| Terminal 21 | S4 Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,324 |
| Arlington Apartments | Grieg | 1BR,1BA | $1,335 |
| The Washington at Chatham | Adams | Studio,1BA | $1,348 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Uptown Pittsburgh, PA
As of December 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the Uptown Pittsburgh area is the $1.71 price per square foot Model A Model at 930 Penn Ave in the in the Central Business District neighborhood starting from $2,950. The second greatest value Uptown Pittsburgh apartment is the 2207 Jane Street #6 - 2 Bed, 1.5 Bath with Den Model at Live South Side starting at $1,899 with a $1.64 price per square foot in the Central Business District neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Uptown Pittsburgh apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 930 Penn Ave | Model A | 2BR,2BA | $1.71 |
| Live South Side | 2207 Jane Street #6 - 2 Bed, 1.5 Bath with Den | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.64 |
| Flats on Fifth | 2 Bedroom Suite 2B | 2BR,2BA | $1.97 |
| Fifth Avenue School Lofts | 211 | 1BR,1BA | $1.63 |
| Oak Hill | Brackenridge 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.99 |
| Grandview Pointe Apartments | Olympia | 1BR,1BA | $2.08 |
| Arlington Apartments | Rossini | 1BR,1BA | $1.88 |
| Heinz Lofts | 1 Bedroom B4.1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.39 |
| Dawson Village | 1 Bedroom with Balcony - ASK ABOUT MOVE IN SPEC... | 1BR,1BA | $2.11 |
| Park View Apartments | ST-A | Studio ,1BA | $2.41 |
Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money
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Pet Friendly LifestyleUptown Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA
Ranked #6
Among cities in Pennsylvania for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
Getting Around the Uptown Pittsburgh Neighborhood in Pittsburgh, PA
Walk Score®
81 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
67 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
82 / 100
Excellent Transit
Transit is convenient for most trips
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 Uptown Pittsburgh Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Uptown Pittsburgh?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Uptown Pittsburgh is under $1,348.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Uptown Pittsburgh?
The cheapest apartment in Uptown Pittsburgh is Helm on the Allegheny which is listed at $1,025, while the average apartment in Uptown Pittsburgh costs $2,502.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Uptown Pittsburgh?
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 114 regular apartments in Uptown Pittsburgh 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 Uptown Pittsburgh?
Cheap apartments in Uptown Pittsburgh have an average cost of $596 which is $1,906 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Uptown Pittsburgh.
Expert Rental Resources
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.
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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease
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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know
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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Everything is a negotiation in real estate!


