3526 Louisa St
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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West Oakland Neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA from $700 (14 Rentals)
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3203 Joe Hammer Square
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$1,2003 Bedroom Apartment Available Feb 1
3506 5th Ave, Unit Apt. #2
3506 5th AvePittsburgh, PA 15213
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$1,2002 Bedroom Apartment Available Aug 20
3225 Joe Hammer Square, Unit 2
3225 Joe Hammer SquarePittsburgh, PA 15213
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$1,245 - $2,7721 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Jan 15
University Commons
308 Mckee PlPittsburgh, PA 15213
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$1,256 - $3,410Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Oak Hill
22 Strayhorn WayPittsburgh, PA 15213
350 Coltart Ave
PittsburghPA15213
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1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments
49 Lawn St
49 Lawn StPittsburgh, PA 15213
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Sussex Apartments
246 McKee PlPittsburgh, PA 15213
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Forbes Avenue Suites
3401 Forbes AvePittsburgh, PA 15213
3271 Niagara Square
PittsburghPA15213
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1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments
Skyline Terrace
385 Elmore StPittsburgh, 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 | $1,545 | $945 | $1,837 |
| West Oakland 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,576 | $1,010 | $2,300 |
| West Oakland 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,819 | $1,200 | $2,500 |
| West Oakland 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,678 | $1,125 | $3,404 |
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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 2 Beds unit found at Skyline Terrace priced from $1,400. Oak Hill has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,469. Here are the most affordable West Oakland apartments for rent in Pittsburgh, PA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Skyline Terrace | 2 BD 1 BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,400 |
| Oak Hill | Brackenridge Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,469 |
| The Oaks | Schenley | 2BR,1BA | $1,500 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Oakland, PA
As of January 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the West Oakland area is the $1.06 price per square foot 2 BD 1 BA Model at Skyline Terrace in the in the Allegheny West neighborhood starting from $1,400. The second greatest value West Oakland apartment is the Joe Hammer 3x1 Model at The Oaks starting at $2,145 with a $2.42 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Skyline Terrace | 2 BD 1 BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| The Oaks | Joe Hammer 3x1 | 3BR,1BA | $2.42 |
| Oak Hill | Brackenridge Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.87 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap West Oakland Apartments
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 20 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 $1,468 which is $427 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in West Oakland.
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