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for residential apartments
in Pittsburgh, PA
as of May, 2023.
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$900 - 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Apartment In Pittsburgh
2101 Spring Street, Unit 1A
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1
Bath
800
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$1, 685 - 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Apartment In Shadyside With Great Amenities
328 Lehigh Ave, Unit 31
2
Bed
1
Bath
$1, 520 - 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom All Utilitie included Apartment In Shadyside
512 Shady Ave, Unit 24
1
Bed
1
Bath
$1, 415 - 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Apartment In Shadyside With Great Amenities
270 Shady Ave, Unit 11
1
Bed
1
Bath
$1, 315 - Beautiful and Bright 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Apartment in Shadyside
6341 Marchand St, Unit 21
1
Bed
1
Bath
$999 - 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Apartment In Pittsburgh With Great Amenities
2130 Wightman St, Unit 29
1
Bed
1
Bath
$1, 450 - 1 Bedroom w/Den 1 Bathroom Apartment In Pittsburgh
509 S Highland Ave, Unit 26
1
Bed
1
Bath
$1, 400 - Modern 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Apartment in Beautiful Shadyside
219 Carron St, Unit 102
1
Bed
1
Bath
$1850 - 3 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Apartment In Greenfield With Great Amenities
725 Mc Caslin St, Unit MAIN
3
Bed
1
Bath
1,850
Sq Ft
$1420 - 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Apartment In Shadyside With Great Amenities
270 Shady Ave, Unit 32
1
Bed
1
Bath
$1, 500 - 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Apartment In Walking Distance of Shadyside Walnut Buisness Distict
509 S Highland Ave, Unit 36
1
Bed
1
Bath
50
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$1, 585 - 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Apartment In Pittsburgh With Great Amenities
5825 Bartlett St, Unit 2F
1
Bed
1
Bath
$1, 700 - 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Apartment In Shadyside With Great Amenities
6329 Marchand St, Unit 11
2
Bed
1
Bath
Spacious 2 Bedroom Apartment in Quiet 5 Unit Building
120 South Negley Avenue, Unit 5
2
Bed
1
Bath
925
Sq Ft
$2175 - 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Apartment With Beautiful Hardwood Flooring
6018 Walnut St, Unit 2
2
Bed
1
Bath
Newly renovated Bathroom and Kitchen - 3 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Apartment In Homestead
122 E 16th Ave, Unit 2
3
Bed
1
Bath
$1, 200 - 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom House In Pittsburgh With Great Amenities
940 Adam Drive
2
Bed
1
Bath
1,000
Sq Ft
$1, 298 - 3 Bedroom 1 Bathroom House In Braddock Hills. With Great Amenities
276 Mc Kinley Ave
3
Bed
1
Bath
2,400
Sq Ft
$1, 200 - 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Apartment In Pittsburgh With Great Amenities
2401 Arlington Avenue, Unit 2
2
Bed
1
Bath
$1, 140 - 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Apartment In Pittsburgh With Great Amenities
507 Shady Ave, Unit A1
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Bed
1
Bath
$1, 990 - 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Apartment In Pittsburgh With Great Amenities
400 Denniston St, Unit 31
2
Bed
1
Bath
$1, 265- 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Apartment In Shadyside With Great Amenities
6352 Aurelia St, Unit 522
1
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1
Bath
Pittsburgh
Sometimes called the Steel City or the City of Bridges, Pittsburgh is the second largest city in Pennsylvania and consistently scores high in livability rankings. Forbes has ranked Pittsburgh as one of America’s safest and most affordable cities — so if you’re searching for a place to live well on a budget, Pittsburgh just might be the place you’re looking for.
| Population | 301,038 |
| Median Age | 34 |
| Poverty Rate | 22% |
| Household Income | $47,417 |
| Number Of Employees | 157,610 |
| Median Property Value | $140,200 |
City Overview
Located at the junction of the Allegheny, Monongahela and Ohio Rivers, Pittsburgh is home to over 300 steel businesses, 30 skyscrapers, 446 bridges, and a fort. Historically steel was the major industry in Pittsburgh (the football team is called the Steelers after all) but today the city boasts a thriving, diverse economy.
Arts
Pittsburgh has a long history of excellence in both the performing and visual arts. The Heinz Hall for the Performing Arts and the Benedum Center host the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra and Pittsburgh Opera respectively. Additionally, there are lots of mid-sized organization in Pittsburgh such as the Pittsburgh Irish and Classical Theatre, the Quantum Theatre, The Renaissance and Baroque Society of Pittsburgh, and Chatham Baroque. The Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre regularly hosts dance events. Pittsburgh is a big city for art museums too — the Andy Warhol Museum and the Carnegie Museum of Art are located here. Families with children won’t want to miss the ToonSeum — a museum all about cartoons!
Business and Employment
There’s steel, of course, but there’s also so much more. Pittsburgh is now a city of high technology — robotics, nuclear engineering, and biomedical tech are all big here. Pittsburgh’s tech industries produced 10.8 billion in payrolls in 2007. In 2014 a National Bureau of Economic Research report named Pittsburgh the second best city for intergenerational economic mobility in the U.S. In other words, the American dream is alive and well in Pittsburgh! The biggest employers are the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, Allegheny County, Giant Eagle Inc, and the University of Pittsburgh.
Climate
Pittsburgh’s climate is typical for Pennsylvania — hot in summer, cold in winter, pleasant in spring and fall. When looking for an apartment for rent, be sure to find one with good air conditioning and heating.
Cuisine
Pittsburgh Cuisine is similar to other Pennsylvania cities, you can get a great cheesesteak here. You also can’t miss the Wholey’s — a fish sandwich originating in Pittsburgh’s Market Square. In addition to local staples, there’s a thriving culinary scene here. Fine Catalan cuisine can be had a Morcilla — a new restaurant from Justin Severino. You’ll also have to check out the cleverly titled Tako (Japanese for octopus) on Sixth street serves delectable Asian-Latin fusion. The Commoner on Strawberry Way serves mouthwatering meat dishes and German beer.
Demographics
The city's population has European ancestral roots: German (22%), Irish (21%), Italian (12%). Pittsburgh is a home to one of the largest Italian communities in the United States. It also has the largest Croatian community of 200,000 and the 5th largest Ukrainian population in the US.
Landmarks
PNC Park, Phillips Conservatory, Mount Washington, Heinz Field, The Strip District, PPG Paints Arena, Point State Park, Monongahela Incline, Market Square, Heinz Memorial Chapel, University of Pittsburgh, PPG Place.
Nightlife
Pittsburgh has a great nightlife scene, full of awesome bars, clubs, and shows. Crave spicy hot wings? Check out Krista’s Cantina on street, it’s one of the coolest dive bars in North Side. On the South Side, there’s Club Cafe, which offers amazing shows and boasts a very sophisticated sound system — the martinis here are great too. For a truly unique experience, put on your Sunday best and head over to the Church Brew Works — this bar is in an old church building, complete with stain glass windows.
Transportation
Pittsburgh has excellent railway infrastructure, which residents use to commute around the city and also for longer travel. Buses are an option too, and Pittsburgh is easily navigable by car, just plan for rush hour like you would in any major city.
Housing Trends
Average apartment rent in Pittsburgh:
$2,934 (-38.6%)
Rent Price |
May | vs Last Month |
|---|---|---|
| Studio apartments | $2,159 | -32.8% |
| 1-bed apartments | $1,959 | -35.2% |
| 2-bed apartments | $2,408 | -43.1% |
| 3-bed apartments | $3,733 | -39.6% |
| 4+ bed apartments | $9,669 | -7.6% |
Over the May 2023, the average rent for an apartment in/near Pittsburgh, PA decreased by 38.6% to $2,934.
Compared to the last month, the average price for a rental studio in Pittsburgh, PA has decreased by 32.8%. You can expect to rent the studio for $2,159 on average this month. Breaking it down in details, we now see that the average price for 1-bed apartment decreased by 35.2% to $1,959. Pricing for 2-bed apartment also decreased by 43.1% and a place of this size will now cost you $2,408. 3-bed apartment rent pricing starts at $3,733, it decreased by 39.6% lately. We tend to note the rise of 4- and more bed apartment pricing. It decreased by 7.6% and made it down to $9,669.
Rent Type Price |
May | vs Last Month |
|---|---|---|
| Townhouses for rent | $1,200 | -65.2% |
| Houses for rent | $5,098 | -23.1% |
| Condos for rent | $2,604 | -46.1% |
| Apartments for rent | $2,200 | -34.9% |
| Rooms for rent | $652 | -8.2% |
| Duplexes for rent | $1,767 | N/A |
The median rent for an apartment in Pittsburgh, PA decreased by 34.9% to $2,200. Statistics show that house rent price decreased by 23.1% this month making it up to $5,098. Condos faced an upward trend these days. The median rent for a condo decreased by 46.1%, it’s now available for $2,604. An average duplex is now available for $1,767, cause median rent for a duplex remains the same this month. An average room will now go for $652, the median rent price for a room decreased by 8.2%. The median rent for a townhouse decreased by 65.2%, you’ll have to spend around $1,200 to get one.
Rent vs Own
Finding Apartments for Rent in Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh is quite affordable as major American cities go, so you can look all over town regardless of your budget. Of course, some areas will be a bit more than others, but you won’t see the same sort of variation you would in somewhere like New York, for example. The rental market in Pittsburgh is competitive, especially at the start of the school year, so you’ll want to move fast once you find a place you like. Students will want to check out off-campus apartments for rent near the University of Pittsburgh, Carnegie Mellon, and Chatham — the major Pittsburgh universities, you can apply together with your roommates online. Be sure to get all the amenities you need — use the search filters to find a place with a doorman, in-unit washer, balcony, parking — or anything else you want. Looking for different kinds of listing? Search thousands of long-term Pittsburgh townhouses or houses for rent. Filter by property type. Search 2, 3 and 4 bedroom properties in Pittsburgh. Want to search wider, check out apartments for rent in Pennsylvania
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Pittsburgh Neighborhoods
Downtown Pittsburgh
The Pittsburgh skyline is considered one of the best in America, and Downtown is the place to see it. This where you can find the U.S. Steel Tower, Fifth Avenue Place and BNY Mellon Center — the city’s tallest buildings. Downtown hustles and bustles with all the rhythms of a big city. The PPG Paints Arena is here too, so it’s easy to catch a game. There are lots of great long-term luxury apartments for rent available downtown.
Shadyside
The tree-lined streets are nice and shadowy in this cool hood. Shadyside also boasts some Pittsburgh’s coolest Victorian architecture, and the. Pittsburgh Center for the Arts is here too — you can see great exhibits and take cool classes there. Studio apartments for rent in Shadyside are a little more expensive than the Pittsburgh average, starting around $900.
Mt. Washington
Located on top of lovely Mt. Washington, this neighborhood offers breathtaking views of the entire city. At Altius on Grandview avenue, you can dine while you watch the sunset on the iconic Pittsburgh skyline. Afterward, burn off some of those calories with a trip up the Duquesne Incline! Mt. Washington tends to be a little pricier than the rest of Pittsburgh. A 3 bedroom apartment for long-term rent starts around $1300 here.
Oakland
The academic and artistic heart of Pittsburgh, Oakland is home to the Carnegie Museums of Art and Natural History, and to the University of Pittsburgh. There are lots of great student apartments for rent here and college dive bars.
Bloomfield
Urban but with a family vibe, Pittsburgh’s cheapest apartments for rent can be found here. Bloomfield is also known for its great Italian food. You have bridge access to the rest of Pittsburgh from here.
Highland Park
Pittsburgh’s most historic neighborhood, with lots of amazing Tudor style homes. The Pittsburgh Zoo is here too, so it’s great place to take the family out for a weekend. Pet owners will enjoy this hood’s easy access to Highland Park — a great spot for dog walking. Studio apartments for rent in Highland Park start around $645.
Northshore
Pittsburgh’s Mister Rogers statue is in Northshore — it’s always a beautiful day in the neighborhood here. Family friendly townhouses can be found here, in addition to luxury apartments for rent — some even have a view of the river. If that’s not great enough, the subway is free!
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