
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Wilkinsburg, PA from $500 (132 Rentals)
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Wood Towers Apartments

11670 Frankstown Rd

1215 Louise St

The Flats on Penn

337 E 12th Ave

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2314 Woodstock Ave, Unit 2

2314 Woodstock Ave

Douglas Plaza

Seville Square Apartments
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Morrowfield

7467 Schoyer Ave

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7467 Schoyer Ave, Unit 3

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7529 Roslyn St, Unit 1B

Highmont

11515-11523 Frankstown Rd

William Penn Heights

701 Swissvale Ave, Unit 4

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7232 Hermitage St

736 Franklin Ave
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539 Atlantic Ave

2050 Monongahela Ave

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2336 Murray Ave

1567 Clark St

5854 Forbes Ave

234-236 Pattison Ave

Brinton Manor

Frick Park Village

The Forest Apartments

2421 Beechwood Blvd
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2421 Beechwood Blvd, Unit 2421D

Brittany Apartments

525 Larimer Ave, Unit 18

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525 Jeanette St, Unit 3

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513 Mifflin Ave, Unit 1

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226 Green St, Unit B

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417 Kelly Ave, Unit 2

Cornerstone III

Carriage House Apartments

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424 Franklin Ave, Unit 1
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Edgewood Court Apartments

1723 Nevada St

144 Sumner Ave

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329 South Ave, Unit 1

1615 Aurelius St

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527 Jeanette St, Unit 1

544-546-546 Long Rd

2232 Woodstock Ave

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320 Whitney Ave, Unit 320

1769 McNary Blvd
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Wilkinsburg, PA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Wilkinsburg?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Wilkinsburg Studio Apartments | $1,238 | $595 | $2,172 |
| Cheap Wilkinsburg 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,621 | $725 | $3,341 |
| Cheap Wilkinsburg 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,662 | $750 | $4,540 |
| Cheap Wilkinsburg 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,015 | $995 | $4,175 |
| Cheap Wilkinsburg 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,050 | $2,500 | $3,600 |
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Cheapest Available Wilkinsburg Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Wilkinsburg, PA is a Studio unit found at The Flats on Penn in the East Hills neighborhood priced from $730. LAUREL GARDENS -- 189 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Flats on Penn | Radcliff | Studio,1BA | $730 |
| LAUREL GARDENS -- 189 | LAUREL GARDENS -- 189 - 1635-... | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| 2206 Woodstock Ave | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| 11515-11523 Frankstown Rd | 2 Bed / 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $900 |
| Highmont | Angelou | 1BR,1BA | $920 |
| Morrowfield | Cord | Studio,1BA | $939 |
| William Penn Heights | KALLA/ANICO | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| WALNUT ST -- 161 | WALNUT ST -- 161 - 1B | Studio,1BA | $999 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Wilkinsburg, PA
As of July 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the Wilkinsburg area is the $0.68 price per square foot 417 Kelly Ave Model at 417 Kelly Ave, Unit 2 in the in the East Hills neighborhood starting from $1,050. The second greatest value Wilkinsburg apartment is the 226 Green St Model at 226 Green St, Unit B starting at $1,050 with a $0.70 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 417 Kelly Ave, Unit 2 | 417 Kelly Ave | 3BR,2BA | $0.68 |
| 226 Green St, Unit B | 226 Green St | 3BR,1BA | $0.70 |
| Kelly Hamilton Homes | 2 Bedroom Townhouse | 2BR,2BA | $1.22 |
| 6336 Forward Ave, Unit 2nd Floor | 6336 Forward Ave | 3BR,2BA | $1.37 |
| Carriage House Apartments | 2 Bedroom Corner Apartment | 2BR,2BA | $1.09 |
| 6801 Frankstown Ave, Unit 6801 Frankstown Unit 1 | 6801 Frankstown Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.40 |
| 5862 Forbes Ave, Unit 23 | 5862 Forbes Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| 7467 Schoyer Ave, Unit 3 | 7467 Schoyer Ave | 1BR,1BA | $0.99 |
| 11515-11523 Frankstown Rd | 2 Bed / 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| LAUREL GARDENS -- 189 | LAUREL GARDENS -- 189 - 1635-... | 1BR,1BA | $1.23 |
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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 The Flats on Penn listed at $730.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Wilkinsburg Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Wilkinsburg Apartment is $800 at LAUREL GARDENS -- 189.
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 Brinton Manor and starts from $1,500.
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