
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Wilkinsburg, PA from $300 (89 Rentals)
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Wood Towers Apartments

1486 Princeton Blvd

1826 Monongahela Ave

11670 Frankstown Rd

The Flats on Penn

337 E 12th Ave

LAUREL GARDENS

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7040 Monticello St, Unit 2, Unit 2

William Penn Heights
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1309 Wood St, Unit 2

Douglas Plaza

Morrowfield

Seville Square Apartments

Brittany Apartments

831 Hall St

11515-11523 Frankstown Rd

Canyon Place Apartments

2050 Monongahela Ave

Penn Avenue Properties
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311 Franklin Ave, Unit 4, Unit 4

Brinton Manor

Frick Park Village

Regent Square

The Forest Apartments

2421 Beechwood Blvd

1166 South Ave, Unit 3, Unit 3

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513 Mifflin Ave, Unit 1, Unit 1

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1230 End E Ave, Unit 2, Unit 2

Edgewood Court Apartments
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Cornerstone Village Apartments

1567 Clark St

307 Avenue A

539 Atlantic Ave

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313 S Trenton Ave

303 Peebles St, Unit 3

6401 Fifth Ave, Unit 8

Carriage House Apartments

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208 Green St, Unit 2, Unit 2

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303 West St, Unit 2, Unit 2
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1156 1/2 South Ave

6731 Hamilton Ave

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308 S Trenton Ave, Unit 3, Unit 3

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320 Whitney Ave, Unit 320, Unit 320

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419 Peebles St

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303 S Trenton Ave, Unit 3, Unit 3

201 Center Ave

525 Larimer Ave, Unit 1

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5807 Hobart St

Royal Garden Apartments
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Wilkinsburg?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Wilkinsburg Studio Apartments | $1,378 | $595 | $2,339 |
| Cheap Wilkinsburg 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,777 | $350 | $3,416 |
| Cheap Wilkinsburg 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,112 | $750 | $4,596 |
| Cheap Wilkinsburg 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,226 | $1,095 | $4,175 |
| Cheap Wilkinsburg 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,625 | $2,500 | $2,750 |
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Cheapest Available Wilkinsburg Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Wilkinsburg, PA is a Studio unit found at Ambassador Apartments in the East Hills neighborhood priced from $595. William Penn Heights in the East Hills neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $800. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Wilkinsburg apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ambassador Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $595 |
| William Penn Heights | 1 BDRM | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| Seville Square Apartments | Studio Petite - Call for Availability | Studio,1BA | $885 |
| Brittany Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $899 |
| 11515-11523 Frankstown Rd | 2 Bed / 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $900 |
| Cambridge Court | HP 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| The Flats on Penn | Eagle | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
| Regent Square | WHITNEY | Studio,1BA | $1,000 |
| Brinton Manor | 1 Bedroom Market | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Wilkinsburg, PA
As of April 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Wilkinsburg area is the $1.46 price per square foot 5710 Beacon St Model at 5710 Beacon St, Unit B in the in the Homewood North neighborhood starting from $2,195. The second greatest value Wilkinsburg apartment is the 2 Bedroom Townhouse Model at Kelly Hamilton Homes starting at $1,550 with a $1.22 price per square foot in the East Hills neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Wilkinsburg apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5710 Beacon St, Unit B | 5710 Beacon St | 3BR,1BA | $1.46 |
| Kelly Hamilton Homes | 2 Bedroom Townhouse | 2BR,2BA | $1.22 |
| Beacon Hill 18 | Beacon Hill 18 - 7447 | 2BR,2BA | $1.39 |
| Village Square | Two Bedroom, Balcony | 2BR,1BA | $1.35 |
| Carriage House Apartments | 2 Bedroom Corner Apartment | 2BR,2BA | $1.09 |
| 7040 Monticello St, Unit 2 | 7040 Monticello St | 1BR,1BA | $0.80 |
| LAUREL GARDENS | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.05 |
| 11515-11523 Frankstown Rd | 2 Bed / 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| 1166 South Ave, Unit 3 | 1166 South Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| Ambassador Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.40 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Wilkinsburg Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Wilkinsburg?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Wilkinsburg is at Ambassador Apartments listed at $595.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Wilkinsburg Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Wilkinsburg Apartment is $800 at William Penn Heights.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Wilkinsburg Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Wilkinsburg is starting from $900 at 11515-11523 Frankstown Rd.
What is the most affordable Wilkinsburg Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Wilkinsburg Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Cornerstone Village Apartments and starts from $1,183.
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