Pittsburgh/ Real Estate & Development
Published on June 12, 2020
The most affordable apartments for rent in Shadyside, Pittsburgh 5533 Fifth Ave. | Photo: Zumper

According to rental site Zumper, median rents for a one bedroom in Shadyside are hovering around $1,215, compared to a $990 one-bedroom median for Pittsburgh as a whole.

So how does the low-end pricing on a Shadyside rental look these days — and what might you get for your money?

We took a look at local listings from Zumper and Apartment Guide to find out what budget-minded apartment seekers can expect to find in the neighborhood, which, according to Walk Score ratings, is very walkable, is convenient for biking and has good transit options.

Read on for the cheapest listings available right now. (Note: Prices and availability are subject to change.)

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5533 Fifth Ave.

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Listed at $695/month, this studio apartment, located at 5533 Fifth Ave., is 13.1% less than the $800/month median rent for a studio in Shadyside.

The building features on-site laundry; The unit also has central heating. 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.)

5735 Kentucky Ave.

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Photo: Zumper

This one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment, situated at 5735 Kentucky Ave., is listed for $910/month.

The unit has air conditioning and a dishwasher. Pet owners, inquire elsewhere: This spot doesn't allow cats or dogs. There's no leasing fee required for this rental.

(See the complete listing here.)

315 N. Neville St.

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Photo: Zumper

Here's a one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment at 315 N. Neville St., which, at 550 square feet, is going for $1,080/month.

The building offers on-site laundry. The unit also has large windows, carpeted floors and central heating. Neither cats nor dogs are welcome.

(See the full listing here.)

5527 Howe St.

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Photo: Zumper

Check out this one-bedroom, one-bathroom residence at 5527 Howe St., listed at $1,100/month.

The building offers a gym. In the unit, expect a renovated kitchen and hardwood flooring. Good news for animal lovers: This rental is both dog-friendly and cat-friendly. Future tenants needn't worry about a leasing fee.

(Here's the listing.)

5518 Ellsworth Ave.

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Photo: Zumper

Finally, this one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment, situated at 5518 Ellsworth Ave., is listed for $1,130/month.

In the unit, anticipate central air conditioning and a mix of hardwood floors and carpeting. Pets are not allowed. The building includes on-site laundry.

(See the listing here.)


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