Average Rent in Pittsburgh, PA
Apartments & Houses by Size
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Pittsburgh’s rental market offers a diverse mix of apartments and houses that cater to students, professionals, and families alike. In vibrant neighborhoods such as Oakland, Shadyside, the Strip District, and the South Side, renters enjoy easy access to cultural institutions, bustling dining scenes, and major transit hubs. Whether you’re seeking a modern studio near the University of Pittsburgh or a spacious family home in the historic Squirrel Hill area, the city’s blend of historic row houses and new‑construction high‑rises provides ample options to match lifestyle and budget.
Overall, studios and one‑bedroom units tend to fall in the $1300‑$1600 range, while two‑ and three‑bedroom apartments typically sit between $1900 and $2100. Larger four‑plus‑bedroom homes and apartments can approach the $2,400‑$2,500 bracket, reflecting the premium of spacious living in sought‑after districts. Median rents echo these trends, with apartments generally commanding slightly higher rates than comparable houses. Prospective renters benefit from the city’s strong rental inventory, which includes both historic homes with character and contemporary apartments equipped with modern amenities, making Pittsburgh an attractive and affordable place to call home.
Pittsburgh Rent by Property Type & Bedroom Count
Averages, medians, and ranges across recent rental listings
| Property Type | Bedrooms | Average | Median | Min – Max | 25th – 75th |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apartment | Studio | $1,510 | $1,583 | $790 – $2,000 | $1,352 – $1,760 |
| Apartment | 1 Bedroom | $1,476 | $1,305 | $225 – $3,128 | $995 – $1,951 |
| Apartment | 2 Bedroom | $1,935 | $1,850 | $599 – $4,150 | $1,250 – $2,350 |
| Apartment | 3 Bedroom | $1,906 | $2,000 | $710 – $3,335 | $1,400 – $2,250 |
| Apartment | 4+ Bedroom | $2,549 | $2,400 | $999 – $4,150 | $1,995 – $3,000 |
| House | 1 Bedroom | $1,144 | $1,047 | $555 – $1,825 | $900 – $1,500 |
| House | 2 Bedroom | $1,537 | $1,495 | $700 – $3,600 | $1,297 – $1,745 |
| House | 3 Bedroom | $2,031 | $1,825 | $550 – $6,500 | $1,500 – $2,200 |
| House | 4+ Bedroom | $2,551 | $2,497 | $1,000 – $5,600 | $1,850 – $2,995 |
Current rent in Pittsburgh (all property types): Studio $1,511, 1 Bedroom $1,424, 2 Bedroom $1,704, 3 Bedroom $2,019, 4+ Bedroom $2,417.
Map of City of Pittsburgh
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About this data
Rent statistics, listings analysis, and visualizations on this page are produced by Rentometer, Inc.
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