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Highlights
Pet Friendly
- Private deck
- One-car garage
Location
256 Academy Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15228, USA|Mount Lebanon
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Property Overview
Strong value per square foot and a nearby top-rated high school are notable positives, along with 24 photos that offer a clear look at the home. Outdoor spaces support pet friendliness, and public transportation is within a reasonable distance, adding to its overall appeal.
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
High school nearby- More space
- Images Available
Great for
Pet owners
Amenities for 256 Academy Ave, Mount Lebanon
Features
| Air Conditioning | Forced Air |
| Hardwood Floor |
Appliances
| Dishwasher | Garbage Disposal |
| In-Unit Laundry | Washer and Dryer |
Tech
| Cable Ready |
Community
| Carport | Cats OK |
| Dogs OK |
Grounds
| Assigned Parking | Garage Parking |
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.
Policies and fees
Applicants
Applicants
One-time.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Parking Policy
Assigned Parking
Dog Policy
Allowed
Cat Policy
Allowed
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About 256 Academy Ave
Easy access to Uptown, the T, restaurants, library, schools, and parksideal for commuting downtown or enjoying the neighborhood. 2-bedroom, 1-bath, exposed hardwood floors, a brand-new kitchen with new appliances, updated windows and roof, a private deck, and a one-car garage. Freshly painted. New screen door.
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 256 Academy Ave compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 0.4 miles away
- More space
- The 2-bedroom is 1170 sqft larger than other listings nearby
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this property
Address details
| Neighborhood | Mount Lebanon |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 15228 |
| Type | House for rent |
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Rent trends in Mount Lebanon
2-bedroom apartments at 256 Academy Ave cost about 22% more than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Upper St. Clair.
Median rents as of Oct 10 2026.
Mount Lebanon
Upper St. Clair
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| October 2024 | $1,300 |
| November 2024 | $1,256 |
| December 2024 | $1,220 |
| January 2025 | $1,224 |
| February 2025 | $1,229 |
| March 2025 | $1,202 |
| April 2025 | $1,184 |
| May 2025 | $1,174 |
| June 2025 | $1,247 |
| July 2025 | $1,192 |
| August 2025 | $1,224 |
| September 2025 | $1,250 |
| October 2025 | $1,185 |
| November 2025 | $1,073 |
| December 2025 | $1,070 |
| January 2026 | $1,195 |
| February 2026 | $1,211 |
| March 2026 | $1,196 |
| April 2026 | $1,184 |
| May 2026 | $1,210 |
| June 2026 | $1,209 |
| July 2026 | $1,258 |
| August 2026 | $1,311 |
| September 2026 | $1,285 |
| October 2026 | $1,264 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| October 2024 | $1,300 |
| November 2024 | $1,256 |
| December 2024 | $1,220 |
| January 2025 | $1,224 |
| February 2025 | $1,229 |
| March 2025 | $1,202 |
| April 2025 | $1,184 |
| May 2025 | $1,174 |
| June 2025 | $1,247 |
| July 2025 | $1,192 |
| August 2025 | $1,208 |
| September 2025 | $1,268 |
| October 2025 | $1,172 |
| November 2025 | $1,073 |
| December 2025 | $1,070 |
| January 2026 | $1,195 |
| February 2026 | $1,211 |
| March 2026 | $1,196 |
| April 2026 | $1,184 |
| May 2026 | $1,210 |
| June 2026 | $1,209 |
| July 2026 | $1,258 |
| August 2026 | $1,311 |
| September 2026 | $1,285 |
| October 2026 | $1,255 |
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Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
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Schools near 256 Academy Ave
Washington Elementary School
735 washington rd
pittsburgh, PA, 15228
K-5Public
A+
Council of Three Rivers American Indian Center Head Start - Rochelle Street Center
201 rochelle st
pittsburgh, PA, 15210
PKPublic
Council of Three Rivers American Indian Center Head Start - Hazelwood Center
4900 second ave
pittsburgh, PA, 15207
PKPublic
Montour Elementary School
221 clever rd
mckees rocks, PA, 15136
K-4Public
A
Sto-Rox Upper Elementary School
298 ewing rd
mckees rocks, PA, 15136
4-6Public
C-
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Getting around Pittsburgh near 256 Academy Ave
Walking
6/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Cycling
4/10
This is semi-bikeable, but you’ll need another way of getting around.
Transit
3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.
Points of interest for 256 Academy Ave, Pittsburgh
Groceries
7/10
At least one supermarket within a 15-minute walk
Shopping
5/10
Several shops within walking distance
Cafes
6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
6/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
Primary schools
7/10
At least one elementary school within a 15-minute walk
High schools
8/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk
Parks
7/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
3/10
Some bars within walking distance
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