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Oak Hill
22 Strayhorn WayPittsburgh, PA 15213
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The Oaks
300-306 Craft AvePittsburgh, PA 15213
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Portal Place
2633 Fifth AvePittsburgh, PA 15213
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205 Robinson St
205 Robinson StPittsburgh, PA 15213
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2015 Forbes Ave, Unit 1
2015 Forbes AvePittsburgh, PA 15219
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Semple Duplex
310 Semple StPittsburgh, PA 15213
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3207 Joe Hammer Sq
3207 Joe Hammer SqPittsburgh, PA 15213
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49 Lawn St
49 Lawn StPittsburgh, PA 15213
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Portal Place Phase II
2635 Fifth AvePittsburgh, PA 15213
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241 Mckee Place
241 McKee PlPittsburgh, PA 15213
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Forbes Residence Hall
3521-3525 Forbes AvePittsburgh, PA 15213
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Litchfield Towers - Tower C
3990 5th AvePittsburgh, PA 15213
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University Commons
308 Mckee PlPittsburgh, PA 15213
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Sussex Apartments
246 McKee PlPittsburgh, PA 15213
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Skyline Terrace
385 Elmore StPittsburgh, PA 15219
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141 Robinson St
141 Robinson StPittsburgh, PA 15213
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Allequippa Place
2561 Allequippa StPittsburgh, PA 15213
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Uptown Lofts
2076 5th AvePittsburgh, PA 15219
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West Oakland, Pittsburgh, PA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in West Oakland?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Oakland Studio Apartments | $1,308 | $1,125 | $1,475 |
| West Oakland 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,587 | $1,300 | $2,455 |
| West Oakland 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,757 | $1,335 | $2,475 |
| West Oakland 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,699 | $1,125 | $2,831 |
| West Oakland 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,300 | $2,300 | $2,300 |
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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 Studio unit found at Oak Hill priced from $1,123. The Oaks has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,300. Here are the most affordable West Oakland apartments for rent in Pittsburgh, PA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oak Hill | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,123 |
| The Oaks | 1 Bed 1 Bath (650 sf) - 306 Craft Ave. | 1BR,1BA | $1,300 |
| 205 Robinson St | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,375 |
| 151 Robinson St | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,375 |
| Skyline Terrace | 2 BD 1 BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,400 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Oakland, PA
As of June 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the West Oakland area is the $1.36 price per square foot 2 BD 1.5 BA Townhome Model at Skyline Terrace in the in the Allegheny West neighborhood starting from $1,500. The second greatest value West Oakland apartment is the 3 Bed 1 Bath -3229 Joe Hammer SQ Model at The Oaks starting at $2,100 with a $2.37 price per square foot in the West Oakland 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. |
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| 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 |
| University Commons | 304 McKee- 2 Bedroom (#4) | University Commons ... | 2BR,1BA | $2.09 |
| 151 Robinson St | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.83 |
| 205 Robinson St | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.83 |
| Oak Hill | Brand New Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.74 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap West Oakland Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in West Oakland?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in West Oakland is under $1,766.
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 $2,300.
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 35 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 $1,516 which is $784 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in West Oakland.
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