
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West Oakland Neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA from $700 (18 Rentals)
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The Oaks

124 Oakland Ave, Unit 3rd

Semple Duplex

3207 Joe Hammer Sq

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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 | $1,413 | $1,000 | $1,684 |
| West Oakland 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,789 | $1,250 | $2,300 |
| West Oakland 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,782 | $1,335 | $2,500 |
| West Oakland 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,628 | $1,125 | $3,261 |
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There are currently 18 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 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 $1,448. 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 | Brand New Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,448 |
| The Oaks | Schenley | 2BR,1BA | $1,500 |
| University Commons | 324|330 McKee- 2 Bedroom (485SF) | University C... | 2BR,1BA | $1,533 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Oakland, PA
As of March 02, 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 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 1.5 BA Townhome | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.36 |
| The Oaks | Joe Hammer 3x1 | 3BR,1BA | $2.42 |
| 2016 Forbes Ave, Unit 101 | 2016 Forbes Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.94 |
| University Commons | 324|330 McKee- 2 Bedroom (485SF) | University C... | 2BR,1BA | $2.50 |
| Oak Hill | Brand New Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.83 |
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 $1,533.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in West Oakland?
The cheapest apartment in West Oakland is Oak Hill which is listed at $1,596, while the average apartment in West Oakland costs $1,874.
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 30 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 $1,454 which is $420 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in West Oakland.
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