What is the average apartment size in Pittsburgh?

The average size for a Pittsburgh, PA apartment is 812 square feet, but this number varies greatly depending on unit type, with cheap and luxury alternatives for houses and apartments alike. Studio apartments are the smallest and most affordable, 1-bedroom apartments are closer to the average, while 2-bedroom apartments and 3-bedroom apartments offer a more generous square footage.

What is the average rent in Pittsburgh?

As of Jan / 2026, the average rent in Pittsburgh is $1,786 per month, a 2.1% increase from last years average of $1,749.

How much does rent cost by apartment size in Pittsburgh?

In Pittsburgh, studios rent for $1,389 per month, one-bedroom units average $1,659 per month, two-bedrooms cost around $1,993 per month, and three-bedroom apartments rent for about $2,591 per month

What is the average apartment size in Pittsburgh?

The typical apartment in Pittsburgh offers about 812 sq. ft. square feet of living space, though actual sizes vary depending on layout and amenities.

How large are apartments by bedroom count in Pittsburgh?

Studio apartments in Pittsburgh average 496 sq. ft., one-bedrooms offer 713 sq. ft., two-bedrooms are about 1,012 sq. ft., and three-bedroom apartments average 1,265 sq. ft.

What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Pittsburgh?

The most affordable neighborhoods in Pittsburgh include Allegheny Center ($1,203/month), Brookline ($1,242/month), and Squirrel Hill North ($1,356/month), all below the citywide average of $1,786.

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Pittsburgh?

The most expensive neighborhoods in Pittsburgh are North Oakland ($2,153/month), Strip District ($2,320/month), and Central Oakland ($2,804/month), often due to premium locations and high-end amenities.

Pittsburgh, PA Rental Market Trends

Q: What's the typical rent budget in Pittsburgh?

The typical rent budget in Pittsburgh ranges from $1,001 to $1,500 per month, with 33% of rentals in this range.

Q: Do most people rent or own in Pittsburgh?

In Pittsburgh, 53% of households rent while 47% own their homes, based on the latest U.S. Census data.

Last updated: February 17, 2026 | Source: RentCafe Market Analysis, Yardi Matrix, U.S. Census Bureau

Highlights

The average rent for an apartment in Pittsburgh is $1,786, a 2.1% increase compared to the previous year, when the average rent was $1,749.

Studio Apartments at $1,389 offer the most budget-friendly option with 496 square feet, ideal for single renters prioritizing location over space.

One-bedroom apartments provide 713 square feet for $1,659, balancing privacy and affordability.

Two-beedroom units at $1,993 offer 1,012 square feet, perfect for roommates or small families.

Three-bedroom apartments deliver maximum space (1,265 sq ft) for $2,591, suitable for larger households.

Average rent in Pittsburgh, PA

Last updated: February 17, 2026

	Average Rent	Average Apartment Size
All Rentals	$1,786	812 sq. ft.
Studio	$1,389	496 sq. ft.
1 Bed	$1,659	713 sq. ft.
2 Beds	$1,993	1,012 sq. ft.
3 Beds	$2,591	1,265 sq. ft.

Pittsburgh, PA rent trends

What's the typical rent budget in Pittsburgh, PA?

The largest share of rentals in Pittsburgh, PA (33%) fall between $1,001-$1,500 per month. This suggests that most people succesfully find suitable apartments within this price.

Do most people rent or own in Pittsburgh, PA?

72,699 or 53% of the households in Pittsburgh, PA are renter-occupied while 64,894 or 47% are owner-occupied.

Most affordable neighborhoods in Pittsburgh?

Allegheny Center $1,203/month

Brookline $1,242/month

Squirrel Hill North $1,356/month

All of these neighborhoods fall below the city wide average of $1,786/month.

Most expensive neighborhoods in Pittsburgh?

North Oakland $2,153/month

Strip District $2,320/month

Central Oakland $2,804/month

These neighborhoods typically command higher rents due to location, amenities, and demand.

Average Rent in Pittsburgh, PA By Neighborhood

Neighborhood	Average Rent
Central Oakland	$2,804
Strip District	$2,320
North Oakland	$2,153
Highland Park	$2,106
North Shore Pittsburgh	$2,091
East Liberty	$2,077
Central Lawrenceville	$2,066
Southside Flats	$2,048
Bloomfield	$2,015
Terrace Village	$1,896
Troy Hill	$1,881
Lower Lawrenceville	$1,836
Downtown Pittsburgh	$1,821
Shadyside	$1,800
Friendship	$1,770
Mount Washington	$1,636
Crawford - Roberts	$1,570
Squirrel Hill South	$1,523
Banksville	$1,388
Squirrel Hill North	$1,356
Brookline	$1,242
Allegheny Center	$1,203

Pittsburgh | Rent Comparison by Neighborhood

Rent in Allegheny Center is 13% lower than in Banksville

$1,203

Allegheny Center rent is 33% lower than Pittsburgh average

Average Rent $1,203

$1,388

Banksville rent is 22% lower than Pittsburgh average

Average Rent $1,388

How Pittsburgh Compares to Other Cities

City	Average Rent
Pittsburgh	$1,786
Philadelphia	$1,982
Lehigh Valley	$1,776
Harrisburg	$1,397
Reading	$1,668
Allentown	$1,633
State College	$2,148
Mechanicsburg	$1,539
Bethlehem	$1,869
Chambersburg	$1,576
Camp Hill	$1,471
Bethel Park, PA	$1,456

Where this data comes from

The rental statistics on this page were compiled by RentCafe.com, a nationwide apartment search website trusted by millions of renters to find apartments and houses for rent throughout the U.S.

Rent prices, trends, and apartment sizes were calculated based on data from our sister company, Yardi Matrix, an apartment market intelligence solution that covers approximately 90% of the U.S. metro area population. The data includes comprehensive information on all Pittsburgh apartment buildings with 50 or more units, totaling 23.5 million apartments across 181 U.S. markets.

Housing composition data was sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, using the most recently available information by tenure.