Housing costs got you down? Though apartment hunting can be frustrating, there are deals to be had. So what does the low-end pricing on a rental in Squirrel Hill South look like these days—and what might you get for the price?
Per Walk Score ratings, the neighborhood is friendly for those on foot, is convenient for biking and offers many nearby public transportation options. It also features median rents for a one bedroom that hover around $895, compared to a $915 one-bedroom median for Pittsburgh as a whole.
A look at local listings for studios and one-bedroom apartments in Squirrel Hill South, via rental site Zumper, paints a picture of what price-conscious apartment seekers can expect to find in this Pittsburgh neighborhood.
Read on for the cheapest listings available right now. (Note: prices and availability are subject to change.)
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2130 Wightman St.
Listed at $760/month, this 475-square-foot studio, located at 2130 Wightman St., is 17.8 percent less than the $925/month median rent for a studio in Squirrel Hill South.
The building offers on-site laundry. In the unit, anticipate both air conditioning and central heating, hardwood flooring and closet space. Pets are not allowed. There's no leasing fee required for this rental.
(See the complete listing here.)
5660 Forward Ave., #209
This one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment, situated at 5660 Forward Ave., #209, is also listed for $760/month for its 750 square feet of space.
The apartment boasts high ceilings, a fireplace, central heating, hardwood flooring and a walk-in closet. Amenities offered in the building include on-site laundry. Pet owners, inquire elsewhere: this spot doesn't allow cats or dogs. There isn't a leasing fee associated with this rental.
(See the complete listing here.)
5610 Hobart St.
Then there's this with one bedroom and one bathroom at 5610 Hobart St., listed at $815/month.
Apartment amenities include high ceilings, central heating and hardwood flooring. When it comes to building amenities, expect on-site laundry. Cats and dogs are not allowed. Future tenants needn't worry about a leasing fee.
(See the listing here.)
2419 Beechwood Blvd., #B
Listed at $825/month, this one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment is located at 2419 Beechwood Blvd., #B.
Building amenities include garage parking and on-site laundry . In the unit, anticipate both air conditioning and central heating, closet space and hardwood flooring. Pets are not permitted. There isn't a leasing fee associated with this rental.
(Here's the listing.)
5624 Hempstead Road
And here's a one-bedroom, one-bathroom at 5624 Hempstead Road, which, with 800 square feet, is going for $890/month.
The building features heated garage parking. In the renovated third-floor unit, look for hardwood flooring, in-unit laundry and a dishwasher. Sorry dog owners, only cats are welcome here. Future tenants needn't worry about a leasing fee.
(Check out the listing here.)
