
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Wilkinsburg, PA from $300 (94 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

William Penn Heights

Cornerstone Village Apartments
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Regent Square

Douglas Plaza

Morrowfield

Seville Square Apartments

Carriage House Apartments

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7040 Monticello St, Unit 2

831 Hall St

514 North Ave

11515-11523 Frankstown Rd

Canyon Place Apartments
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The Forest Apartments

4228 Greensburg Pike

2050 Monongahela Ave

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513 Mifflin Ave, Unit 1

Frick Park Village

1230 End E Ave, Unit 2

Brinton Manor

208 Green St

Brittany Apartments

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308 S Trenton Ave, Unit 3
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526 E 9th Ave

421 Peebles St, Unit 2

4228 Greensburg Pike

Edgewood Court Apartments

201 Center Ave

727 Hill Ave

5712 Phillips Ave

442 S Trenton Ave, Unit 1

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317 Franklin Ave, Unit 2

Bryn Mawr
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6523 Stanton Ave

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426 Biddle Ave, Unit 2

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434 Biddle Ave

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8007 St Lawrence Ave, Unit 8007

8009 St Lawrence Ave, Unit 8009

Village Square

707 Pitt St, Unit 1

609 Mifflin Ave, Unit 3

431 Rebecca Ave, Unit 2

5839 Darlington Rd
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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 | $1,559 | $595 | $2,339 |
| Cheap Wilkinsburg 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,998 | $350 | $4,279 |
| Cheap Wilkinsburg 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,301 | $750 | $4,977 |
| Cheap Wilkinsburg 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,201 | $1,183 | $3,865 |
| Cheap Wilkinsburg 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,187 | $1,500 | $2,750 |
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Cheapest Available Wilkinsburg Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Wilkinsburg, PA is a 1 Bed unit found at William Penn Heights in the East Hills neighborhood priced from $800. Cornerstone Village Apartments in the Homewood North neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $856. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Wilkinsburg apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| William Penn Heights | 1 BDRM | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| Cornerstone Village Apartments | 1 Bedroom Tax Credit*** | 1BR,1BA | $856 |
| Regent Square | HUTCH 16 | Studio,1BA | $860 |
| Seville Square Apartments | Studio Petite - Call for Availability | Studio,1BA | $885 |
| Carriage House Apartments | 1 Bedroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| 11515-11523 Frankstown Rd | 2 Bed / 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $900 |
| LAUREL GARDENS | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $925 |
| Canyon Place Apartments | 1 Bed / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
| Brinton Manor | 1 Bedroom Market | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Wilkinsburg, PA
As of February 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Wilkinsburg area is the $1.07 price per square foot 505 South Ave Model at 505 South Ave, Unit 2 in the in the East Hills neighborhood starting from $2,000. The second greatest value Wilkinsburg apartment is the 299 West St Model at 299 West St, Unit 2 starting at $1,500 with a $0.91 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 505 South Ave, Unit 2 | 505 South Ave | 3BR,2BA | $1.07 |
| 299 West St, Unit 2 | 299 West St | 4BR,1.5BA | $0.91 |
| 315 South Ave, Unit 2 | 315 South Ave | 2BR,2BA | $1.24 |
| 1858 Shaw Ave, Unit 1858 | 1858 Shaw Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| Kelly Hamilton Homes | 2 Bedroom Townhouse | 2BR,2BA | $1.22 |
| 727 Hill Ave | 727 Hill Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| 7040 Monticello St, Unit 2 | 7040 Monticello St | 1BR,1BA | $0.90 |
| LAUREL GARDENS | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.93 |
| 11515-11523 Frankstown Rd | 2 Bed / 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Carriage House Apartments | 1 Bedroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1.20 |
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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 Regent Square listed at $860.
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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