
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West Oakland Neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA from $500 (16 Rentals)
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The Oaks

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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in West Oakland?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Oakland Studio Apartments | $1,901 | $1,585 | $2,064 |
| West Oakland 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,658 | $500 | $2,455 |
| West Oakland 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,784 | $1,275 | $2,558 |
| West Oakland 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,132 | $1,225 | $3,188 |
| West Oakland 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,900 | $1,900 | $1,900 |
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There are currently 16 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the West Oakland Neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA.
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Cheapest Available West Oakland Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the West Oakland area of Pittsburgh, PA is a 1 Bed unit found at The Oaks priced from $1,300. Skyline Terrace has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,400. Here are the most affordable West Oakland apartments for rent in Pittsburgh, PA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Oaks | 1 Bed 1 Bath (650 sf) - 306 Craft Ave. | 1BR,1BA | $1,300 |
| Skyline Terrace | 2 BD 1 BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,400 |
| Oak Hill | 2 Bedroom Apartment | 2BR,2BA | $1,786 |
| Portal Place | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $2,300 |
| Skyvue Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath - A1BC | 1BR,1BA | $2,400 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Oakland, PA
As of September 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the West Oakland area is the $1.92 price per square foot Two Bedroom Model at Portal Place in the in the West Oakland neighborhood starting from $2,300. The second greatest value West Oakland apartment is the 2 BD 1.5 BA Townhome Model at Skyline Terrace starting at $1,500 with a $1.36 price per square foot in the Allegheny West neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for West Oakland apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Portal Place | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.92 |
| Skyline Terrace | 2 BD 1.5 BA Townhome | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.36 |
| The Oaks | 3 Bed 1 Bath -3229 Joe Hammer SQ | 3BR,1BA | $2.37 |
| Oak Hill | Brand New Studio | Studio ,1BA | $4.01 |
| Skyvue Apartments | Studio - ST4 | Studio ,1BA | $4.37 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap West Oakland Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in West Oakland?
The cheapest apartment in West Oakland is The Oaks which is listed at $1,300, while the average apartment in West Oakland costs $1,854.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in West Oakland?
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 61 regular apartments in West Oakland 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 West Oakland?
Cheap apartments in West Oakland have an average cost of $1,833 which is $21 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in West Oakland.
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