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property at 1170 South Ave

$1,050

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$1,050

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

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1170 South Ave, Unit Apartment 2

1170 South Ave
PittsburghPA15221

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property at 4303 Ludwick St

$1,130

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$1,130

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$1,130

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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4303 Ludwick St

PittsburghPA15217
property at 408 South Ave

$1,200

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$1,200

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$1,200

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Nov 1

408 South Ave

PittsburghPA15221
property at 432 Franklin Ave

$1,200

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$1,200

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$1,200

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Sep 1

432 Franklin Ave

PittsburghPA15221

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property at 7442 Irvine St

$1,250

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$1,250

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

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7442 Irvine St

PittsburghPA15218

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Swissvale, PA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Swissvale Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Swissvale, PA is a 1 Bed unit found at William Penn Heights in the East Hills neighborhood priced from $800. Beautiful One Bedroom in Swissvale!! in the East Hills neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $920. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Swissvale apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
William Penn Heights1 BDRM1BR,1BA$800
Beautiful One Bedroom in Swissvale!!whipple1BR,1BA$920
The Flats on PennEagle1BR,1BA$925
Cambridge CourtSAILOR 7811 12BR,1BA$980
MorrowfieldBentley1BR,1BA$994
734-736 Franklin Ave3 Beds, 1 Baths3BR,1BA$995

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Swissvale, PA and Nearby

As of August 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Swissvale area is the $0.83 price per square foot 1400 Hill Ave Model at 1400 Hill Ave, Unit 2 in the in the East Hills neighborhood starting from $1,507. The second greatest value Swissvale apartment is the 2576 Beechwood Blvd Model at 2576 Beechwood Blvd, Unit Blue Slide Duplex starting at $1,750 with a $1.17 price per square foot in the Squirrel Hill South neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Swissvale apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1400 Hill Ave, Unit 21400 Hill Ave4BR,1BA$0.83
2576 Beechwood Blvd, Unit Blue Slide Duplex2576 Beechwood Blvd2BR,1BA$1.17
1107 South Ave, Unit 11107 South Ave2BR,1BA$0.73
Kelly Hamilton Homes2 Bedroom Townhouse2BR,2BA$1.22
531 Halsey Ave, Unit 2531 Halsey Ave3BR,1BA$1.08
6315 Monitor St, Unit Monitor Ave #16315 Monitor St2BR,1BA$1.24
727 Hill Ave727 Hill Ave1BR,1BA$1.00
149 Frank St, Unit 149 Frank St149 Frank St2BR,1BA$0.90
234 Pattison St, Unit 234234 Pattison St2BR,1BA$1.00
1409 Summit St, Unit #2041409 Summit St1BR,1BA$0.94

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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 Swissvale

What type of rentals are currently available in Swissvale?

There are currently 571 Apartments for Rent in Swissvale, PA with pricing that ranges from $595 to $4,175. There are also 118 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Swissvale ranging from $825 to $3,850.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Swissvale ranges from $825 to $3,850 with an average monthly rent of $1,559.

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

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Swissvale range from $1,100 to $4,175, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $850 to $3,100. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,600 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,507.

Expert Rental Resources

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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

Written by: Robin Stewart

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Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags

Written by: Robin Stewart

Renters want to find a great apartment, the right place for them, one that checks all the boxes of location, rental cost, amenities, safety, and more.

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First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently

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

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Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.