Renting in Pittsburgh: What's the cheapest apartment available right now?

Renting in Pittsburgh: What's the cheapest apartment available right now?744 Proctor Way | Photo: Zumper
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Published on January 22, 2020

Finding a bargain can be a challenge if you're in the market for new digs on a budget. So what does the low-end pricing on a rental in Pittsburgh look like these days — and what might you get for the price?

We took a look at local listings for studios and one-bedroom apartments in Pittsburgh via rental sites Zumper and Apartment Guide to find out what budget-minded apartment seekers can expect to find.

Take a look at the cheapest listings available right now, below. (Note: Prices and availability are subject to change.)

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1027 Brownsville Road

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Photo: Zumper

Listed at $630/month, this one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment, located at 1027 Brownsville Road in Carrick, is 31.9% less than the median rent for a one-bedroom in Pittsburgh, which is currently estimated at around $925/month.

The building offers on-site laundry. In the unit, the listing promises high ceilings. Cats are permitted. There's no leasing fee required for this rental.

Walk Score indicates that the surrounding area is somewhat walkable, has minimal bike infrastructure and has good transit options.

(See the complete listing here.)

7235 Penn Ave.

Photo: Zumper
Photo: Zumper

Then there's this 600-square-foot apartment with one bedroom and one bathroom at 7235 Penn Ave. in Point Breeze North, listed at $745/month.

The apartment includes central heating. When it comes to building amenities, expect on-site laundry and assigned parking. Feline companions are welcome.

Per Walk Score ratings, the surrounding area is friendly for those on foot, is very bikeable and offers many nearby public transportation options.

(See the listing here.)

744 Proctor Way

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Photo: Zumper

Next up is this one-bedroom, one-bathroom space, located at 744 Proctor Way in Allentown and listed for $765/month.

The residence features an eat-in kitchen and a deck. The building has assigned parking. Neither cats nor dogs are permitted. Be prepared for a $40 application fee.

Walk Score indicates that the area around this address is somewhat walkable, is relatively bikeable and offers many nearby public transportation options.

(Here's the listing.)

3808 Pier St.

Photo: Zumper
Photo: Zumper

And here's a one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment at 3808 Pier St. in Oakland, which is going for $795/month.

Amenities offered in the building include on-site laundry. In the unit, the listing promises central heating and carpeted floors. Neither cats nor dogs are permitted. Future tenants needn't worry about a leasing fee.

According to Walk Score's assessment, the area around this address is a "walker's paradise," is bikeable and is a haven for transit riders.

(Check out the listing here.)


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