Cheap Apartments for Rent in the 15203 ZIP Code of Pittsburgh, PA from $300 (61 Rentals)

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65 S 17th St
$1,200 - $1,8002 to 4 Bedroom Apartment Available Jul 1

65 S 17th St

65 S 17th StPittsburgh, PA 15203
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2626 South Side Flats
$1,404 - $5,998
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2626 South Side Flats

2626 S Tunnel BlvdPittsburgh, PA 15203
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Tin Top Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Tin Top Apartments

2416 E Carson StPittsburgh, PA 15203
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1118 E Carson St
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

1118 E Carson St

1118 E Carson StPittsburgh, PA 15203
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Print Shop Lofts
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Print Shop Lofts

3010 Jane StPittsburgh, PA 15203
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property at 17 Amanda St

$999 - $1,575

1 To 3 Bedroom Rentals

Available May 1

17 Amanda St

PittsburghPA15210

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property at 2641 S 18th St

$1,199 - $1,260

2 Bedroom Rentals

Available Jun 1

2641 S 18th St

PittsburghPA15210

Work and Live in the Burgh: The Top Employers and Where to Find Your Perfect Pittsburgh Apartment

Searching for an apartment near your new job in Pittsburgh? This local guide highlights the top employers and recommends walkable, vibrant neighborhoods like Shadyside, Downtown, and Oakland.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap the 15203 ZIP Code Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in 15203?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in 15203 is under $2,000.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in 15203?

The cheapest apartment in 15203 is Rutgers Arms which is listed at $1,550, while the average apartment in 15203 costs $5,995.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in 15203?

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 6 regular apartments in 15203 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 15203?

Cheap apartments in 15203 have an average cost of $170 which is $5,825 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in 15203.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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