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Student Housing in Pittsburgh

Pittsburgh's vibrant student housing landscape offers the perfect base for academic and social success. With 38 dedicated housing options strategically positioned near major universities including Carnegie Mellon, University of Pittsburgh, Duquesne, Carlow, and Chatham, you're never far from campus. The city pulses with authentic college-town energy, where thousands of students create a dynamic community filled with shared experiences and endless networking opportunities. From the eclectic Strip District to the bustling neighborhoods surrounding campus, Pittsburgh delivers world-class dining, trendy coffee shops, and legendary nightlife that caters to student budgets and schedules. Navigate effortlessly via the Port Authority's extensive transit system, which offers free rides to eligible students, eliminating transportation stress and connecting you to cultural attractions, internship opportunities, and weekend adventures across the city. The student housing market here strikes an ideal balance between affordability and quality, with options ranging from modern apartments to classic Victorian conversions. Whether you're seeking a roommate-filled scene or independent living, Pittsburgh's diverse housing stock accommodates every lifestyle preference. Beyond four walls, choosing to live here means joining a thriving student community where your residence becomes the launchpad for unforgettable college years.

Housing Overview

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Pittsburgh, PA
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What to Know About Pittsburgh

Key highlights for students considering Pittsburgh

38 student housing options near campus offer diverse choices

Five universities within the area provide academic diversity

Pittsburgh's public transit system connects all major campuses

Affordable student housing available across multiple neighborhoods

Strip District offers affordable dining and shopping options

South Side neighborhood has vibrant student nightlife scene

Student Life in Pittsburgh

# Student Life in Pittsburgh Pittsburgh offers an exceptional college experience with five major universities—University of Pittsburgh, Carnegie Mellon, Duquesne, Carlow, and Chatham—creating a vibrant academic community. The city blends historic charm with modern innovation, making it incredibly attractive to students seeking both intellectual growth and urban exploration. Student-friendly neighborhoods cluster around campus areas, with Oakland near Pitt and Carnegie Mellon offering walkable streets, affordable apartments, and 38 housing options catering to various budgets. Shadyside and Lawrenceville provide trendy alternatives with boutique shops and restaurants. Part-time work opportunities abound in healthcare, technology, and service industries. PNC Park, world-class museums, and numerous cafes actively hire students, often offering flexible scheduling around academic calendars. The social scene thrives year-round. Students enjoy catching Pittsburgh Pirates games, exploring world-class museums like the Andy Warhol Museum, and frequenting independent coffee shops and breweries. The Strip District offers weekend farmers markets and cultural festivals, while Point State Park provides outdoor recreation. Pittsburgh's cost of living remains significantly lower than many college towns, with reasonable housing and dining options stretching student budgets further. This affordability doesn't sacrifice quality—the city offers excellent food and cultural scenes. Unique to Pittsburgh is its transformation narrative; students witness a historic steel city reinventing itself through technology and arts. Local pride runs deep, creating a welcoming community that genuinely values its student population and celebrates their contributions to the city's future.

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24 Housing Options Nearby

Student Housing in Pittsburgh

Aria - Cultural District Lofts

Pittsburgh, PA · Built 2014 · 40 units
5.0(14)
A-
Near Pittsburgh

Aria - Cultural District Lofts is a 40-unit apartment community built in 2014, located at 121 7th St in Pittsburgh's Cultural District, just 0.4 miles from Point Park University. The property features modern amenities including a fitness center, community lounge, coffee bar, controlled access entry, and in-unit conveniences such as full kitchens with granite countertops, dishwashers, and air conditioning. Residents also have access to 24/7 maintenance, bike storage, and an elevator.

Location A-Reputation AAmenities B+
24 7 MaintenanceAir ConditioningBike StorageCable TvCarpetCoffee Bar+30 more

Market Square Place

Pittsburgh, PA · Built 2009 · 46 units
5.0(11)
A
Near Pittsburgh

Market Square Place is a 46-unit apartment community located at 222 Fifth Ave in Pittsburgh, PA, just 0.2 miles from Point Park University. Built in 2009, the property offers amenities including 24/7 maintenance, 24-hour fitness center, air conditioning, dishwasher, controlled access, and community lounge. Additional features include balcony patios, BBQ grill, bike storage, cable TV, and a convenience store on-site.

Location A-Reputation AAmenities A
24 7 Maintenance24hr FitnessAir ConditioningBalcony/PatioBBQ AreaBike Storage+41 more

The Washington at Chatham Apartments

Pittsburgh, PA · Built 2020 · 174 units
3.0(30)
B+
Near Pittsburgh

The Washington at Chatham Apartments is a 174-unit apartment community located at 112 Washington Pl in Pittsburgh, PA, approximately 0.5 miles from Point Park University. Built in 2020, the property offers amenities including 24/7 maintenance and fitness facilities, air conditioning, bike storage, business center, community lounge, and controlled access with doorman concierge service.

Location B+Reputation B-Amenities A
24 7 Maintenance24hr FitnessAir ConditioningBike StorageBusiness CenterCable Tv+43 more

City View Apartments

Pittsburgh, PA · Built 1964 · 391 units
3.0(59)
B+
Near Pittsburgh

City View Apartments is a 391-unit apartment community located at 1420 Centre Ave in Pittsburgh, PA, approximately 0.8 miles from Point Park University. Built in 1964, the property offers amenities including 24/7 maintenance and fitness access, air conditioning, bike storage, business center, clubhouse, and controlled access entry. Units feature carpet, ceiling fans, dishwashers, and cable TV service.

Location B+Reputation B-Amenities A+
24 7 Maintenance24hr FitnessAir ConditioningBBQ AreaBike StorageBusiness Center+44 more

Encore Apartments

Pittsburgh, PA · Built 2006 · 155 units
4.0(68)
B+
Near Pittsburgh

Encore Apartments is a 155-unit apartment community located at 100 7th St in Pittsburgh, PA, approximately 0.4 miles from Point Park University. Built in 2006, the property offers amenities including 24/7 maintenance and fitness facilities, along with apartment features such as full kitchens with dishwashers, air conditioning, and balcony patios. Additional community amenities include a business center, convenience store, controlled access, and an elevator.

Location A-Reputation B+Amenities B
24 7 Maintenance24hr FitnessAir ConditioningBalcony/PatioBusiness CenterCable Tv+25 more

The Pennsylvanian Apartments

Pittsburgh, PA · Built 1906 · 241 units
4.0(84)
B
Near Pittsburgh

The Pennsylvanian Apartments is a 241-unit community located at 1100 Liberty Ave in Pittsburgh, PA, approximately 0.6 miles from Point Park University. Built in 1906, the property offers apartments with amenities including full kitchens with dishwashers and granite countertops, air conditioning, and hardwood floors. Additional community features include a fitness center, game room, clubhouse, 24/7 maintenance, and controlled access.

Location B+Reputation B+Amenities C+
24 7 MaintenanceAir ConditioningCable TvCarpetClubhouseLounge+20 more

Terminal 21

Pittsburgh, PA · Built 2020 · 205 units
4.0(35)
B+
Near Pittsburgh

Terminal 21 is a 205-unit apartment community located at 615 First Ave in Pittsburgh, PA, just 0.4 miles from Point Park University. Built in 2020, the property offers in-unit washer/dryer, full kitchens with granite countertops, and high-speed internet. Amenities include a fitness center, game room, community lounge, bike storage, and 24/7 maintenance.

Location A-Reputation B+Amenities C
24 7 MaintenanceAir ConditioningBike StorageLoungeGatedConvenience Store+17 more

Crawford Square

Pittsburgh, PA · Built 1993 · 347 units
4.0(46)
B
Near Pittsburgh

Crawford Square is an apartment community with 347 units located at 510 Protectory Place in Pittsburgh, PA, approximately 0.9 miles from Point Park University. Built in 1993, the property offers amenities including 24/7 maintenance and on-site management, a fitness center, in-unit washer/dryer, full kitchens with dishwashers, and gated community access. Units feature carpet, balcony patios, cable TV, and additional conveniences such as fireplaces and linen closets.

Location B+Reputation B+Amenities C+
24 7 Maintenance24hr FitnessBalcony/PatioCable TvCarpetGated+19 more

The Clark Building Apartments

Pittsburgh, PA · Built 2014 · 239 units
4.0(15)
B+
Near Pittsburgh

The Clark Building Apartments is a 239-unit apartment community located at 717 Liberty Ave in Pittsburgh, just 0.3 miles from Point Park University. Built in 2014, the property offers units with full kitchens featuring granite countertops, dishwashers, and hardwood or carpet flooring. Residents have access to amenities including a fitness center, community lounge, bike storage, 24/7 maintenance, and controlled access.

Location A-Reputation B+Amenities C+
24 7 MaintenanceAir ConditioningBike StorageCable TvCarpetLounge+20 more

Apartments at River View

Pittsburgh, PA · Built 2012 · 216 units
3.0(18)
B-
Near Pittsburgh

Apartments at River View is a 216-unit apartment community located at 300 Liberty Ave in Pittsburgh, PA, just 0.3 miles from Point Park University. Built in 2012, the property offers fully furnished units with amenities including air conditioning, cable TV, dishwasher, microwave, fitness center, elevator access, and on-site management. The community is wheelchair accessible and features large windows.

Location A-Reputation B-Amenities D
Air ConditioningCable TvDishwasherElevatorFitness CenterFurnished+4 more

Bracken House

Pittsburgh, PA · Built 1997 · 232 units
5.0(39)
B+
Near Pittsburgh

Bracken House is a 232-unit apartment community located at 100 Anderson St in Pittsburgh, PA, approximately 0.7 miles from Point Park University. Built in 1997, the property offers amenities including in-unit washer/dryer, a fitness center, clubhouse, business center, gated access, and a jogging trail. Units feature air conditioning, full kitchens with dishwashers, and options for balcony patios and hardwood or carpeted flooring.

Location B+Reputation A+Amenities C
24 7 MaintenanceAir ConditioningBalcony/PatioBusiness CenterCable TvCarpet+15 more

The Pennsylvanian Apartments

Pittsburgh, PA · Built 1906 · 241 units
3.0(77)
B
Near Pittsburgh

The Pennsylvanian Apartments is a 241-unit apartment community located at 1100 Liberty Ave in Pittsburgh, PA, approximately 0.6 miles from Point Park University. Built in 1906, the property offers amenities including a fitness center, game room, community lounge, clubhouse, full kitchens with dishwashers and granite countertops, air conditioning, heating, cable TV, controlled access, and 24/7 maintenance.

Location B+Reputation B-Amenities C
24 7 MaintenanceAir ConditioningCable TvCarpetClubhouseLounge+18 more

Darragh Street Apartments

Pittsburgh, PA · 137 units
5.0(14)
B-
2.0 mi from campus

Darragh Street Apartments is a 137-unit student housing property located at 341 Darragh St in Pittsburgh, PA, approximately 2.0 miles from Point Park University. Units include in-unit washer/dryer, air conditioning, heating, dishwasher, garbage disposal, microwave, and high-speed internet. Roommate matching services are available.

Location C+Reputation AAmenities D
Air ConditioningDishwasherGarbage DisposalHeatingInternetW/D In Unit+2 more

Ruskin Hall

Pittsburgh, PA · 200 units
4.0(13)
C+
2.6 mi from campus

Ruskin Hall is a 200-unit student housing property located at 120 Ruskin Ave in Pittsburgh, PA, approximately 2.6 miles from Point Park University. The property features air conditioning, cable TV, controlled access, high-speed internet, and maintains a smoke-free environment.

Location C+Reputation B+Amenities D
Air ConditioningCable TvGatedInternetSmoke Free

The District

Pittsburgh, PA · Built 2022 · 442 units
4.0(61)
B-
1.1 mi from campus

The District is a 442-unit apartment community built in 2022 located at 1759 Waterfront Pl in Pittsburgh, PA, approximately 1.1 miles from Point Park University. The property offers in-unit amenities including air conditioning, dishwashers, refrigerators, and washer/dryer units, along with community features such as a fitness center, pool, game room, clubhouse, and 24/7 maintenance.

Location BReputation B+Amenities D+
24 7 MaintenanceAir ConditioningBalcony/PatioBusiness CenterClubhouseLounge+11 more

One On Centre

Pittsburgh, PA · Built 2018 · 329 units
3.0(70)
B
2.7 mi from campus

One On Centre is a 329-unit apartment community located at 4500 Centre Ave in Pittsburgh, PA, approximately 2.7 miles from Point Park University. Built in 2018, the property offers amenities including 24/7 maintenance, air conditioning, balconies/patios, business center, community lounge, controlled access, and in-unit dishwashers.

Location C+Reputation B-Amenities A+
24 7 MaintenanceAir ConditioningBalcony/PatioBBQ AreaBike StorageBusiness Center+47 more

Chalfont Apartments

Pittsburgh, PA · Built 1968 · 49 units
4.0(21)
B-
3.0 mi from campus

Chalfont Apartments is a 49-unit apartment community located at 4742 Centre Ave in Pittsburgh, PA, approximately 3.0 miles from Point Park University. Built in 1968, the property offers amenities including in-unit washer/dryer, full kitchens with dishwashers, air conditioning, heating, high-speed internet, a fitness center, and gated community access. Additional features include balcony patios, BBQ grill facilities, and cable TV.

Location C+Reputation B+Amenities C
Air ConditioningBalcony/PatioBBQ AreaCable TvCarpetGated+18 more

Cathedral Mansions

Pittsburgh, PA · Built 1935 · 200 units
3.0(16)
C+
3.0 mi from campus

Cathedral Mansions is a 200-unit apartment community built in 1935, located at 4716 Ellsworth Ave in Pittsburgh, approximately 3.0 miles from Point Park University. The property offers amenities including 24-hour fitness facilities, high-speed internet, full kitchens with range ovens, hardwood floors, laundry facilities, controlled access, and on-site management with doorman concierge services.

Location C+Reputation B-Amenities D+
24hr FitnessBBQ AreaCable TvGatedConvenience StoreCourtyard+11 more

Webster Towers

Pittsburgh, PA · Built 1940 · 48 units
2.0(5)
C+
Near Pittsburgh

Webster Towers is a 48-unit apartment community located at 240 Melwood Ave in Pittsburgh, approximately 0.7 miles from Carnegie Mellon University. Built in 1940, the property features air conditioning, heating, high-speed internet, laundry facilities, and walk-in closets in smoke-free units equipped with range ovens and refrigerators.

Location B+Reputation B-Amenities D
Air ConditioningElevatorHeatingInternetLaundryRange Oven+3 more

Helm on the Allegheny

Pittsburgh, PA · Built 2021 · 220 units
4.0(24)
B+
1.4 mi from campus

Helm on the Allegheny is a 220-unit apartment community located at 2239 Railroad St in Pittsburgh, PA, approximately 1.4 miles from Point Park University. Built in 2021, the property offers amenities including 24/7 maintenance and fitness facilities, air conditioning, balconies, bike storage, a business center, clubhouse, and controlled access.

Location BReputation B+Amenities A+
24 7 Maintenance24hr FitnessAir ConditioningBalcony/PatioBBQ AreaBike Storage+45 more

Webster Hall Apartments

Pittsburgh, PA · Built 1924 · 172 units
4.0(26)
B-
Near Pittsburgh

Webster Hall Apartments is a 172-unit apartment community located at 101 N Dithridge St in Pittsburgh, just 0.5 miles from Carnegie Mellon University. Built in 1924, the property offers amenities including air conditioning, heating, cable TV, a fitness center, laundry facilities, on-site management, and storage options. The carpeted units provide convenient student housing near campus.

Location B+Reputation B+Amenities D
Air ConditioningCable TvCarpetFitness CenterHeatingLaundry+2 more

Claybourne Apartment

Pittsburgh, PA · Built 1968 · 54 units
4.0(13)
B-
1.2 mi from campus

Claybourne Apartment is a 54-unit residential community located at 5435 Claybourne St in Pittsburgh, PA, approximately 1.2 miles from the University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus. Built in 1968, the property offers units equipped with full kitchens featuring stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, and in-unit amenities including dishwashers and garbage disposals. The community provides air conditioning, heating, hardwood floors, carpet, cable TV, laundry facilities, an elevator, and a fitness center.

Location BReputation B+Amenities C-
Air ConditioningCable TvCarpetDishwasherElevatorFitness Center+14 more

Walnut Towers at Frick Park

Pittsburgh, PA · Built 1970 · 97 units
3.0(28)
C+
2.6 mi from campus

Walnut Towers at Frick Park is a 97-unit apartment community located at 7070 Forward Ave in Pittsburgh, approximately 2.6 miles from the University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus. Built in 1970, the property offers fully furnished units with in-unit washer/dryer, air conditioning, dishwasher, and high-speed internet. Amenities include a fitness center, game room, bike storage, 24/7 maintenance, and elevator access.

Location C+Reputation B-Amenities C-
24 7 MaintenanceAir ConditioningBike StorageCarpetDishwasherElevator+13 more

Royal York Apartments

Pittsburgh, PA · Built 1937 · 154 units
2.0(16)
C+
2.7 mi from campus

Royal York Apartments is a 154-unit apartment community located at 3955 Bigelow Blvd in Pittsburgh, PA, approximately 2.7 miles from Point Park University. Built in 1937, the property offers amenities including a fitness center, full kitchen with dishwasher, controlled access entry, 24/7 maintenance, elevator access, and outdoor spaces with balcony patios and garden areas.

Location C+Reputation CAmenities B
24 7 MaintenanceBalcony/PatioBike StorageCable TvCarpetCeiling Fans+25 more
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