Cheap Homes for Rent in West Oakland Neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA from $700 (6 Rentals)

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property at 2035 Forbes Ave

$1,750 - $2,700

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1 To 2 Bedroom Townhomes for Rent

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2035 Forbes Ave

PittsburghPA15219
property at 2000 Tustin St

$1,800

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Jun 1

2000 Tustin St

PittsburghPA15219

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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 $1,289. 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Oak HillStudioStudio,1BA$1,289
The Oaks1 Bed 1 Bath (650 sf) - 306 Craft Ave.1BR,1BA$1,300
205 Robinson St1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,375

Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Oakland, PA

As of May 31, 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Skyline Terrace2 BD 1.5 BA Townhome2BR,1.5BA$1.36
The Oaks3 Bed 1 Bath -3229 Joe Hammer SQ3BR,1BA$2.37
University Commons304 McKee- 2 Bedroom (#4) | University Commons ...2BR,1BA$2.01
151 Robinson St1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.83
205 Robinson St1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.83
Oak HillBrand New StudioStudio ,1BA$2.97

Frequently Asked Questions about West Oakland

What type of rentals are currently available in West Oakland?

There are currently 63 Apartments for Rent in West Oakland, PA with pricing that ranges from $1,125 to $2,808. There are also 12 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in West Oakland ranging from $750 to $4,750.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in West Oakland?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in West Oakland ranges from $750 to $4,750 with an average monthly rent of $2,295.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in West Oakland?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in West Oakland range from $1,125 to $2,808, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,400 to $3,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,300 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,300.

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