Cheap Apartments for Rent in Squirrel Hill, PA from $500 (408 Rentals)

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Ruth Gardens
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Ruth Gardens

5726-5730 Beacon StSquirrel Hill, PA 15217
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2314 Woodstock Ave, Unit 2
$795
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2 Bedroom Apartment Available Aug 14

2314 Woodstock Ave, Unit 2

2314 Woodstock AvePittsburgh, PA 15218
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7467 Schoyer Ave, Unit 3
$895
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7467 Schoyer Ave, Unit 3

7467 Schoyer AvePittsburgh, PA 15218
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7529 Roslyn St, Unit 1B
$900
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1 Bedroom Apartment Available Sep 1

7529 Roslyn St, Unit 1B

7529 Roslyn StSwissvale, PA 15218
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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

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4901 Penn Ave, Unit 5
$925
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$925
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4901 Penn Ave, Unit 5

4901 Penn AvePittsburgh, PA 15224
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7232 Hermitage St
$950 - $1,145
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$950 - $1,145
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7232 Hermitage St

7232 Hermitage StPittsburgh, PA 15208
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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

Discover how your credit score impacts your ability to lease or buy a home. Learn how credit scores are determined, how to check yours, and strategies to improve it for real estate success.

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

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$825 - $1,295

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5854 Forbes Ave

PittsburghPA15217
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864 Mirror St, Unit #1
$1,000
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864 Mirror St, Unit #1

864 Mirror StPittsburgh, PA 15217
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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

From theft to fire to water damage, the unexpected can happen to any renter. Discover why renters insurance is one of the smartest and most affordable investments you can make as a tenant.

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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 BRETT in the Middle Hill neighborhood priced from $700. The Flats on Penn in the East Hills neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $730. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Squirrel Hill apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
BRETTEfficiencyStudio,1BA$700
The Flats on PennRadcliffStudio,1BA$730
Wellesley PlaceYewStudio,1BA$740
Stanton 5401Stanton 5401 - 6Studio,1BA$845
2206 Woodstock Ave1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$850
MorrowfieldCenturyStudio,1BA$893
HighmontPlath1BR,1BA$920

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Squirrel Hill, PA

As of July 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Squirrel Hill area is the $0.43 price per square foot 2822 Salisbury St Model at 2822 Salisbury St in the in the Crawford-Roberts neighborhood starting from $1,495. The second greatest value Squirrel Hill apartment is the 3 Beds, 2 baths Model at 531 Collins St starting at $1,800 with a $0.90 price per square foot in the Homewood North 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.
2822 Salisbury St2822 Salisbury St4BR,2BA$0.43
531 Collins St3 Beds, 2 baths3BR,2BA$0.90
417 Kelly Ave, Unit 2417 Kelly Ave3BR,2BA$0.68
226 Green St, Unit B226 Green St3BR,1BA$0.70
Garfield CommonsThree Bedroom3BR,1.5BA$0.91
3301 Iowa St, Unit Unit 13301 Iowa St3BR,1BA$1.08
EaglemoorSandstone2BR,1BA$1.05
5498 Hays St2 Beds, 1 Baths2BR,1BA$0.96
7467 Schoyer Ave, Unit 37467 Schoyer Ave1BR,1BA$0.99
4313 Kish Way, Unit 4313 Kish Way4313 Kish Way2BR,1BA$0.88

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

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 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 BRETT listed at $700.

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 2206 Woodstock Ave.

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 $1,170 at Garfield Commons.

What is the most affordable Squirrel Hill Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Squirrel Hill Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Garfield Commons and starts from $1,343.

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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

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Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

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Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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