
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Southwest, PA from $600 (45 Rentals)
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Villages of Easton

Timber Ridge Apartments

Greensburg Collection Apartments

Sherwood Circle Townhomes Near Greensburg

Cabin Hill Place

West Hills Village

Toll House Apartments

Woodlands Hills Townhomes
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Mt. Vernon Apartments

Brookside Apartments

Crosskeys Townhomes

Center Grove Apartments

The North Main Apartments

Logan Road Apartments

College View Apartments

Virginia Manor Apartments

Trotwood Manor
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White Oak Village Apartments

North Huntingdon Collection

Heritage Park Apartments

Walnut Ridge Townhomes

Heritage Square

423 Foster St

Latrobe Apartments

507 Short St

Penbriar Apartments
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205 Griscom St

Oak Creek Apartments

Westmoreland Hills

13900 US-30

547 5th Street Ext

Jeanette Apartments

116 10th St

99 Kenric Ave

900 Meldon Ave
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2837 Capitol St

814 Green St

10404 Lilac St

4719 3rd St

651 Wendel Rd

128 S Spring Ave

Briarwood Townhomes

802 Western Ave

124 13th St
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Southwest, PA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Southwest?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southwest Studio Apartments | $687 | $675 | $700 |
| Southwest 1 Bedroom Apartments | $893 | $200 | $1,720 |
| Southwest 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,175 | $200 | $2,300 |
| Southwest 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,650 | $200 | $2,480 |
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Cheapest Available Southwest Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Southwest, PA is a 3 Beds unit found at Hawksworth Gardens priced from $200. Villages of Easton in the East Allegheny neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $610. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Southwest apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hawksworth Gardens | 3 bedroom 1 bath | 3BR,1BA | $200 |
| Villages of Easton | Small One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $610 |
| Timber Ridge Apartments | Small/Med One BDR | 1BR,1BA | $660 |
| Toll House Apartments | Junior | 1BR,1BA | $745 |
| Brookside Apartments | 1 BD / 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
| The North Main Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| Greensburg Collection Apartments | 301 Hancock Avenue 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| College View Apartments | 2 Bed | 2BR,1BA | $900 |
| Virginia Manor Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $950 |
| White Oak Village Apartments | 1 Bedroom Garden | 1BR,1BA | $970 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southwest, PA and Nearby
As of May 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Southwest area is the $1.11 price per square foot End Model at Oak Ridge Estates in the starting from $2,135. The second greatest value Southwest apartment is the Cust Int Model at Walton Crossings starting at $2,285 with a $1.20 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Southwest apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oak Ridge Estates | End | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.11 |
| Walton Crossings | Cust Int | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.20 |
| Virginia Manor Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.86 |
| College View Apartments | 2 Bed | 2BR,1BA | $0.90 |
| Hawksworth Gardens | 2 bedroom 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.25 |
| White Oak Village Apartments | 1 Bedroom Garden | 1BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| North Huntingdon Collection | Penglyn Apartments | 2BR,1BA | $1.31 |
| The North Main Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.13 |
| Greensburg Collection Apartments | 301 Hancock Avenue 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.31 |
| Villages of Easton | Small One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.13 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Southwest Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Southwest Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Southwest Apartment is $610 at Villages of Easton.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Southwest Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Southwest is starting from $200 at Hawksworth Gardens.
What is the most affordable Southwest Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Southwest Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Hawksworth Gardens and starts from $200.
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