What is the average apartment size in North Oakland, East Pittsburgh, PA?

The average size for a North Oakland, East Pittsburgh, PA apartment is 792 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 North Oakland?

As of Oct / 2025, the average rent in North Oakland is $2,140 per month, a 6.29% increase from last year’s average of $2,013.

How much does rent cost by apartment size in North Oakland?

In North Oakland, studios rent for $1,184 per month, one-bedroom units average $1,796 per month, two-bedrooms cost around $2,457 per month, and three-bedroom apartments rent for about $4,005 per month

What is the average apartment size in North Oakland?

The typical apartment in North Oakland offers about 792 sq. ft. square feet of living space, though actual sizes vary depending on layout and amenities.

How large are apartments by bedroom count in North Oakland?

Studio apartments in North Oakland average 456 sq. ft., one-bedrooms offer 702 sq. ft., two-bedrooms are about 977 sq. ft., and three-bedroom apartments average 1,155 sq. ft.

North Oakland, East Pittsburgh, PA Rental Market Trends

Q: What's the typical rent budget in North Oakland?

The typical rent budget in North Oakland ranges from $1,501 to $2,000 per month, with 32% of rentals in this range.

Q: Do most people rent or own in North Oakland?

In North Oakland, 74% of households rent while 26% own their homes, based on the latest U.S. Census data.

Last updated: November 19, 2025 | Source: RentCafe Market Analysis, Yardi Matrix, U.S. Census Bureau

Highlights

The average rent for an apartment in North Oakland is $2,140, a 6.29% increase compared to the previous year, when the average rent was $2,013.

Studio Apartments at $1,184 offer the most budget-friendly option with 456 square feet, ideal for single renters prioritizing location over space.

One-bedroom apartments provide 702 square feet for $1,796, balancing privacy and affordability.

Two-beedroom units at $2,457 offer 977 square feet, perfect for roommates or small families.

Three-bedroom apartments deliver maximum space (1,155 sq ft) for $4,005, suitable for larger households.

Average rent in North Oakland, East Pittsburgh, PA

Last updated: November 19, 2025

	Average Rent	Average Apartment Size
All Rentals	$2,140	792 sq. ft.
Studio	$1,184	456 sq. ft.
1 Bed	$1,796	702 sq. ft.
2 Beds	$2,457	977 sq. ft.
3 Beds	$4,005	1,155 sq. ft.

North Oakland, East Pittsburgh, PA rent trends

Rental prices in North Oakland, East Pittsburgh, PA have increased by 6.29% over the past year. The average rent moved from $2,013 to $2,140.

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

The largest share of rentals in North Oakland, East Pittsburgh, PA (32%) fall between $1,501-$2,000 per month. This suggests that most people succesfully find suitable apartments within this price.

Do most people rent or own in North Oakland, East Pittsburgh, PA?

1,403 or 74% of the households in North Oakland, East Pittsburgh, PA are renter-occupied while 485 or 26% are owner-occupied.

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Most affordable neighborhoods in North Oakland?

Brookline $1,231/month

Squirrel Hill North $1,338/month

Banksville $1,375/month

All of these neighborhoods fall below the city wide average of $1,796/month.

Most expensive neighborhoods in North Oakland?

North Oakland $2,140/month

Strip District $2,402/month

Central Oakland $2,773/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	$2,773
Strip District	$2,402
North Oakland	$2,140
Highland Park	$2,084
Central Lawrenceville	$2,079
North Shore Pittsburgh	$2,074
Southside Flats	$2,061
East Liberty	$2,047
Bloomfield	$1,950
Troy Hill	$1,912
Lower Lawrenceville	$1,899
Downtown Pittsburgh	$1,856
Shadyside	$1,804
Mount Washington	$1,662
Squirrel Hill South	$1,528
Crawford - Roberts	$1,510
Banksville	$1,375
Squirrel Hill North	$1,338
Brookline	$1,231

Pittsburgh | Rent Comparison by Neighborhood

Rent in North Oakland is 56% higher than in Banksville

$2,140

North Oakland rent is the same as Pittsburgh average

Average Rent $2,140

$1,375

Banksville rent is 36% lower than Pittsburgh average

Average Rent $1,375

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 North Oakland 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.