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Rankin, PA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Rankin Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Rankin, PA is a 1 Bed unit found at LAUREL GARDENS in the East Hills neighborhood priced from $850. Brinton Manor in the East Allegheny neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,000. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Rankin apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
LAUREL GARDENSOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$850
Brinton Manor1 Bedroom Market1BR,1BA$1,000
Carriage House Apartments2 Bedroom Corner Apartment2BR,2BA$1,100
Edgewood Court Apartments2x1B2BR,1BA$1,250
Bryn MawrSherwood1BR,1BA$1,280

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Rankin, PA and Nearby

As of May 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the Rankin area is the $1.39 price per square foot 920 S Braddock Ave Model at 920 S Braddock Ave, Unit 920 S Braddock ave in the in the East Hills neighborhood starting from $2,495. The second greatest value Rankin apartment is the 2 Bedroom Corner Apartment Model at Carriage House Apartments starting at $1,100 with a $1.09 price per square foot in the East Hills neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Rankin apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
920 S Braddock Ave, Unit 920 S Braddock ave920 S Braddock Ave3BR,2.5BA$1.39
Carriage House Apartments2 Bedroom Corner Apartment2BR,2BA$1.09
907 West St, Unit 1907 West St2BR,1BA$1.41
Brinton Manor2 Bedroom Market2BR,1BA$1.61
Bryn MawrSherwood1BR,1BA$1.60
Edgewood Court Apartments2x1B2BR,1BA$1.69
1166 South Ave, Unit 31166 South Ave2BR,1BA$1.36
1103 Crosby St, Unit 21103 Crosby St1BR,1BA$1.37
300 E 12th Ave, Unit 2nd Floor Rear300 E 12th Ave1BR,1BA$1.00
LAUREL GARDENSOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.70

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From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Rankin

What type of rentals are currently available in Rankin?

There are currently 331 Apartments for Rent in Rankin, PA with pricing that ranges from $600 to $3,676. There are also 52 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Rankin ranging from $890 to $4,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Rankin?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Rankin ranges from $890 to $4,500 with an average monthly rent of $1,869.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Rankin?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Rankin range from $995 to $3,050, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $950 to $4,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,599 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,350.

Expert Rental Resources

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