The cheapest apartments for rent in Central Business District, Pittsburgh

The cheapest apartments for rent in Central Business District, Pittsburgh915 Penn Ave. | Photo: Zumper
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Published on May 22, 2020

Housing costs got you down? Though apartment hunting can be frustrating, there are deals to be had. So what does the budget price on a rental in Central Business District look like these days — and what might you get for the price?

Walk Score indicates that the neighborhood is quite walkable, has some bike infrastructure and is a haven for transit riders. It also features median rents for a one-bedroom that hover around $1,245, compared to a $982 one-bedroom median for Pittsburgh as a whole.

A look at local listings in Central Business District via rental sites Zumper and Apartment Guide offers an overview of what price-conscious apartment seekers can expect to find in this Pittsburgh neighborhood.

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

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1420 Centre Ave.

Photo: Apartment Guide
Photo: Apartment Guide

Listed at $1,076/month, this 460-square-foot studio apartment, located at 1420 Centre Ave., is 13.4% less than the $1,245/month median rent for a one-bedroom in Central Business District.

In the unit, look for a dishwasher. Building amenities include garage parking and on-site laundry. For those with furry friends in tow, this rental is pet-friendly. Be prepared for a $200 pet deposit and a $200 pet fee.

(See the complete listing here.)

915 Penn Ave.

Photo: Zumper
Photo: Zumper

This one-bedroom, one-bathroom abode, situated at 915 Penn Ave., is listed for $1,175/month.

In the unit, expect in-unit laundry and stainless steel appliances. Building amenities feature assigned parking and a gym. Pet lovers are in luck: This rental is both dog-friendly and cat-friendly.

(See the complete listing here.)

620 Second Ave.

Photo: Apartment Guide
Photo: Apartment Guide

Finally, here's a one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment at 620 Second Ave., which, at 531 square feet, is going for $1,220/month.

The unit offers stainless steel appliances, including a dishwasher. The building boasts on-site laundry. Pet lovers are in luck: This rental is both dog-friendly and cat-friendly.

(See the full listing here.)


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