Shadyside Rent Prices & Neighborhood Guide

Upscale neighborhood with Walnut Street shopping, tree-lined streets, and young professional crowd.

Pittsburgh, PAAvg Rent: $1,825/moWalk Score: 90
Walkability
90
Walk Score
Transit
62
Transit Score
Commute
15-20 min
To Downtown
Safety
Very Good
Rating

Shadyside Rent Prices

Studio
$1,100
per month
1 Bedroom
$1,400
per month
2 Bedrooms
$2,000
per month
3 Bedrooms
$2,800
per month

Rent Trend: Stable

Neighborhood Character

Vibe & Demographics

Neighborhood Vibe
Upscale, shopping-focused, young
Demographics
Young professionals, affluent residents, students
Best For
Young professionalsShoppersUrban lifestyleSafe neighborhood

Lifestyle & Amenities

Restaurant Scene
Upscale, diverse, trendy
Nightlife
Active - bars, restaurants, lounges
Schools
Excellent public schools

Pros & Cons of Living in Shadyside

Pros

  • Walkable
  • Great shopping
  • Safe
  • Good transit

Cons

  • Expensive
  • Limited parking
  • Crowded weekends
  • Young crowd

Parks & Recreation

  • Frick Park nearby
  • Mellon Park

Public Transit

  • Bus routes
  • East Busway

Popular Streets

  • Walnut Street
  • Ellsworth Avenue
  • South Highland Avenue

Key Amenities

  • Walnut Street shopping
  • Boutiques
  • Restaurants
  • Tree-lined streets

Compare with Other Pittsburgh Neighborhoods

Helpful Resources for Renters

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