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1708 Watson St, Pittsburgh, PA 15219, USA|Bluff
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Property Overview
The property at 1708 Watson St offers a wealth of notable features, including proximity to top-rated schools and high-value living conditions. It's recognized for its environmental sustainability, boasting 51 parks and convenient public transit, along with amenities that promote wellness and social engagement, such as numerous grocery stores and restaurants. The area also supports work-from-home needs with multiple coworking spaces and reliable internet options, making it an attractive option for various lifestyles.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Things you’ll love” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
Less expensive- High school nearby
- Fireplace
Great for
Social life
Wellness
Work-from-home
Amenities for 1708 Watson St, Bluff
Apartment Amenities
| Air Conditioning | Fireplace |
| Freezer | Furnished |
| Linoleum Vinyl | Washer/Dryer Hookups |
| Water |
Appliances
| Dishwasher | Garbage Disposal |
| In-Unit Laundry | Microwave |
| Range/Oven | Refrigerator |
| Stove |
Tech
| Cable | Cable Ready |
| Sat Tv | Wired For Internet |
Building
| Cats OK | Controlled Building |
| Dogs OK | Onsite Laundry |
| Sewage | Wall |
Grounds
| Fenced Yard | Garage Parking |
| Hot Tub/Spa | Lawn |
| Off-Street Parking | Outdoor Space |
| Swimming Pool |
Neighborhood
| Near Parks |
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.
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Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Dog Policy
Allowed
Cat Policy
Allowed
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About 1708 Watson St
Sweet deal!
This listing is 55% below the median price for 2 bedroom apartments in Bluff.
Property Id: 2021695 The Uptown Neighborhood of Pittsburgh is home to the time capsule row house 1708 Watson. For the first time in 74 years, it is ready for new ownership and is in a very walkable area: just a few blocks from Duquesne University and UPMC Mercy Hospital (6 minutes' walk), 0.5 miles (10 minutes' walk) from PPG Paints Arena, and 0.8 miles (15 minutes' walk) from Downtown Pittsburgh. Public transportation is incredibly convenient, with regular bus service to Oakland/East End and downtown.
Property highlights
We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.How 1708 Watson St compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Less expensive
- The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 1 mile away
- Fireplace
- Upgraded in-unit features
- Laundry available on site
- Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit
- Outdoor space
- Easy access to the outdoors
Considerations
- Greater distance from middle schools
- The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away
Address details
| Neighborhood | Bluff |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 15219 |
| Type | House for rent |
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Rent trends in Bluff
2-bedroom apartments at 1708 Watson St cost about 55% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Pittsburgh.
Median rents as of Nov 29 2025.
Bluff
Pittsburgh
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| December 2023 | $1,499 |
| January 2024 | $1,547 |
| February 2024 | $1,530 |
| March 2024 | $1,551 |
| April 2024 | $1,598 |
| May 2024 | $1,560 |
| June 2024 | $1,545 |
| July 2024 | $1,554 |
| August 2024 | $1,548 |
| September 2024 | $1,561 |
| October 2024 | $1,571 |
| November 2024 | $1,569 |
| December 2024 | $1,596 |
| January 2025 | $1,558 |
| February 2025 | $1,556 |
| March 2025 | $1,551 |
| April 2025 | $1,515 |
| May 2025 | $1,558 |
| June 2025 | $1,537 |
| July 2025 | $1,550 |
| August 2025 | $1,532 |
| September 2025 | $1,505 |
| October 2025 | $1,528 |
| November 2025 | $1,548 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| February 2024 | $1,833 |
| March 2024 | $1,771 |
| April 2024 | $1,730 |
| May 2024 | $1,760 |
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Can I afford to live at 1708 Watson St?
Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $32,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $800.
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Schools near 1708 Watson St
Pittsburgh Weil K-8
2250 centre ave
pittsburgh, PA, 15219
PK, K-5Public
C
Pittsburgh Spring Garden Early Childhood
1501 spring garden ave
pittsburgh, PA, 15212
PKPublic
Pittsburgh Conroy
1398 page st
pittsburgh, PA, 15233
K-12Public
Pittsburgh Pioneer
775 dunster st
pittsburgh, PA, 15226
K-12Public
Pittsburgh Oliver Citywide Academy
2323 brighton rd
pittsburgh, PA, 15212
3-12Public
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Getting around Pittsburgh near 1708 Watson St
Walking
9/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.
Driving
5/10
This area is accessible to thoroughfares and has ample parking options.
Cycling
6/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.
Transit
8/10
Getting around is a breeze; rapid transit and bus lines are a few blocks away.
Points of interest for 1708 Watson St, Pittsburgh
Groceries
9/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk
Shopping
6/10
Several shops within walking distance
Cafes
5/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
7/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk
Primary schools
6/10
At least one elementary school within a 20-minute walk
High schools
4/10
At least one high school within a 30-minute walk
Parks
7/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
7/10
Several bars within a few minutes’ walk
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DTLR
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Rainbow
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Family Dollar
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Family Dollar
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Starbucks
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Delanie's Coffee
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Little Donut Shop
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Starbucks
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Just Good Donuts
1830 E Carson St
Shale's Cafe
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Social Circle Bistro & Bar
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Red Ring Bar & Grill
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Beer Belly's Bar & Grill
1008 5th Ave
Corp Fripp
1008 5th Ave
Einstein Bros Bagels
436 7th Ave
Nancy B's Bakery
415 7th Ave
Bella Bread
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Mancini's Bread Company
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General Nutrition Centers, Inc
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Albert Turk Graham Park
Martin Luther King Park
Granville Park
Kennard Park
Oliver Bath House
Pizza Care
1525 5th Ave
The Original Giovanni's Pizza on 5th Ave.
1504 5th Ave
Pizza Milano
1304 5th Ave
Buford's Kitchen
1014 5th Ave
The Codfathergs Seafood Foodtruck
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