The cheapest apartments for rent in Squirrel Hill South, Pittsburgh

The cheapest apartments for rent in Squirrel Hill South, Pittsburgh 1914 Murray Ave. | Photo: Zumper
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Published on June 26, 2020

According to rental site Zumper, median rents for a one bedroom in Squirrel Hill South are hovering around $1,000, compared to a $990 one-bedroom median for Pittsburgh as a whole.

So how does the low-end pricing on a Squirrel Hill South rental look these days — and what might you get for the price?

We took a look at local listings from Zumper and Apartment Guide to find out what budget-minded apartment seekers can expect to find in the neighborhood, which, according to Walk Score ratings, is quite walkable, is convenient for biking and offers many nearby public transportation options.

Read on for the cheapest listings available right now. (Note: Prices and availability are subject to change.)

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2220 Wightman St.

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Listed at $625/month, this studio apartment, located at 2220 Wightman St., is 18.3% less than the $765/month median rent for a studio in Squirrel Hill South.

When it comes to building amenities, expect on-site laundry and additional storage space. Also, expect central heating and hardwood flooring in the unit. Cats and dogs are not welcome. There's no leasing fee required for this rental.

(See the complete listing here.)

5649 Phillips Ave.

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Check out this one-bedroom, one-bathroom address at 5649 Phillips Ave., listed at $835/month.

The building offers on-site laundry and assigned parking. The residence also features a mix of hardwood floors and carpeting and central heating. Cats and dogs are not welcome. There isn't a leasing fee associated with this rental.

(Here's the listing.)

2421 Beechwood Blvd.

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Photo: Zumper

This one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment, situated at 2421 Beechwood Blvd., is listed for $845/month for its 540 square feet.

The unit comes with central heating and carpeted floors. Pet owners, inquire elsewhere: This spot doesn't allow cats or dogs. Building amenities include additional storage space, garage parking and on-site laundry. Future tenants needn't worry about a leasing fee.

(See the listing here.)

5860 Forward Ave.

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Photo: Zumper

And here's a one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment at 5860 Forward Ave., which is going for $875/month.

The building offers additional storage space and on-site laundry. The apartment also includes high ceilings, a dishwasher and hardwood flooring. Cats and dogs are not permitted.

(Check out the listing here.)

1914 Murray Ave.

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Photo: Zumper

Over at 1914 Murray Ave., there's this one-bedroom, one-bathroom space, going also for $875/month.

In the unit, look for central heating and a dishwasher. This rental is cat-friendly. There's no leasing fee required for this rental.

(View the listing here.)


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