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Ruth Gardens
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Ruth Gardens

5726-5730 Beacon StSquirrel Hill, PA 15217
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619 Mellon St

PittsburghPA15206

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5917 Walnut St

PittsburghPA15232

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Squirrel Hill, PA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Squirrel Hill Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Squirrel Hill, PA is a Studio unit found at Arlington Houses in the Middle Hill neighborhood priced from $615. BRETT in the Middle Hill neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $700. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Squirrel Hill apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Arlington HousesAlceaStudio,1BA$615
BRETTEfficiencyStudio,1BA$700
Kings Arms ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$840
365 Gross St365 Gross1BR,1BA$850
MorrowfieldAirflowStudio,1BA$870
Cornerstone Village Apartments1 Bedroom Tax Credit***1BR,1BA$875
Ambassador ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$880
Carriage House Apartments1 Bedroom Apartment1BR,1BA$895
The Flats on PennEagle1BR,1BA$900
Shadyside PropertiesStudioStudio,1BA$950

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Squirrel Hill, PA

As of September 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the Squirrel Hill area is the $0.95 price per square foot Oak Model at Wellesley Place in the in the Morningside neighborhood starting from $1,705. The second greatest value Squirrel Hill apartment is the 4229 Haldane St Model at 4229 Haldane St starting at $1,750 with a $1.03 price per square foot in the Crawford-Roberts neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Squirrel Hill apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Wellesley PlaceOak3BR,2BA$0.95
4229 Haldane St4229 Haldane St4BR,1BA$1.03
323 38th St, Unit 2323 38th St2BR,1.5BA$0.93
Garfield CommonsThree Bedroom3BR,1.5BA$1.00
5836 Alderson St2 bedroom + office2BR,1BA$1.21
Cambridge CourtMaple2BR,1BA$1.11
2017 West St, Unit 42017 West St2BR,1BA$1.10
Pennwood Square2x12BR,1BA$1.09
236 Shady Ave, Unit lower unit236 Shady Ave1BR,1BA$1.18
Carriage House Apartments1 Bedroom Apartment1BR,1BA$1.20

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Getting Around Squirrel Hill, PA

Walk Score®

80 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

65 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

52 / 100

Good Transit

Many nearby public transportation options

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  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Squirrel Hill Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Squirrel Hill?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Squirrel Hill is at Arlington Houses listed at $615.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Squirrel Hill Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Squirrel Hill Apartment is $850 at 365 Gross St.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Squirrel Hill Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Squirrel Hill is starting from $980 at Pennwood Square.

What is the most affordable Squirrel Hill Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Squirrel Hill Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Cornerstone Village Apartments and starts from $1,212.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.

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The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Hard truth. Moving is never easy. I’ve done it all – from local moves to cross-country relocations From packing to unpacking the last box, I have found moving to be an exhausting, expensive and stressful experience every time.

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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Throughout the day, think about all the times that you have to pay for something. So many of us reach automatically for a credit card or even our phone for a quick payment.