Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West Oakland Neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA from $600 (17 Rentals)
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University Commons

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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 |
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West Oakland Studio Apartments | $1,447 | $1,350 | $1,595 |
West Oakland 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,670 | $1,400 | $2,235 |
West Oakland 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,910 | $1,600 | $3,950 |
West Oakland 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,374 | $1,125 | $2,795 |
West Oakland 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,800 | $2,100 | $3,500 |
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There are currently 17 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 $1,250. Hudson Oakland has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed 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 |
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Skyline Terrace | 2 BD 1 BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,250 |
Hudson Oakland | 306 Craft 1B1B + Den | 1BR,1BA | $1,400 |
The Bridge on Forbes | C3 - A - Standard | 3BR,3BA | $1,515 |
University Commons | 324|330 McKee- 2 Bedroom (612SF) | University C... | 2BR,1BA | $1,600 |
Oak Hill | Brackenridge 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1,995 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Oakland, PA
As of June 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the West Oakland area is the $0.26 price per square foot 312 Ophelia St Model at 312 Ophelia St, Unit #5- Summer ONLY in the in the West Oakland neighborhood starting from $600. The second greatest value West Oakland apartment is the 2 BD 1 BA Model at Skyline Terrace starting at $1,250 with a $0.95 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. |
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312 Ophelia St, Unit #5- Summer ONLY | 312 Ophelia St | 5BR,3BA | $0.26 |
Skyline Terrace | 2 BD 1 BA | 2BR,1BA | $0.95 |
Portal Place | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.67 |
Hudson Oakland | 3229 Joe Hammer 3B1B | 2BR,1BA | $2.21 |
Oak Hill | Furnished Short Term | 2BR,2BA | $4.20 |
University Commons | 324|330 McKee- 2 Bedroom (485SF) | University C... | 2BR,1BA | $3.30 |
The Bridge on Forbes | S1 - B - Top Floor | Studio ,1BA | $5.01 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleWest Oakland, Pittsburgh, PA
Ranked #86
Among neighborhoods in Pittsburgh, PA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Getting Around the West Oakland Neighborhood in Pittsburgh, PA
Walk Score®
91 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
65 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
71 / 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 West Oakland Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in West Oakland?
The cheapest apartment in West Oakland is Hudson Oakland which is listed at $1,400, while the average apartment in West Oakland costs $2,800.
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 14 regular apartments in West Oakland that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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