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Highlights
- Hardwood floors
- Washer and dryer
- Stainless steel appliances
- Ample storage
- Sunroom
- Outdoor space
Location
5648 Melvin St, Squirrel Hill, PA 15217, USA|Squirrel Hill South
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Amenities for 5648 Melvin St, Squirrel Hill South
Apartment Amenities
| 2 Floors | Air Conditioning |
| Central Air | Hardwood Floor |
| Natural Gas |
Appliances
| Dishwasher | In-Unit Laundry |
Grounds
| Garage Parking | Outdoor Space |
| Storage |
Other
| Hot Water Heating |
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One-time. Refundable.
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Dog Policy
Not allowed
Cat Policy
Not allowed
No pets allowed.
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About 5648 Melvin St
Property Status: Active AVAILABLE NOW! Spacious brick townhome on highly sought-after Melvin Street in Squirrel Hill. This home offers a generous floor plan with central A/C and gorgeous hardwood floors throughout. Features include three full bedrooms plus bright sunroom that could serve as a (captive) fourth bedroom or office/flex space. Galley style kitchen with stainless steel appliances. The large basement provides ample storage, washer and dryer, and a 220-volt outlet in the garage for electric vehicle charging. Plenty of outdoor space with covered front and back porch. Conveniently located near universities, hospitals, Murray Avenue shops and restaurants, Schenley Park, Oakland, and Shadyside. Sorry, no pets. Office Phone: (412) 521-1000 Copyright © 2026 West Penn Multi List, Inc. All rights reserved. All information provided by the listing agent/broker is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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 5648 Melvin St compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Images Available
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- Outdoor space
- Easy access to the outdoors
Considerations
- Greater distance from middle schools
- The nearest middle school is farther than 2 miles away
Address details
| Neighborhood | Squirrel Hill South |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 15217 |
| Type | House for rent |
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Rent trends in Squirrel Hill South
3-bedroom apartments at 5648 Melvin St cost about 18% more than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Pittsburgh.
Median rents as of Feb 21 2026.
Squirrel Hill South
Pittsburgh
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| March 2024 | $1,707 |
| April 2024 | $1,737 |
| May 2024 | $1,715 |
| June 2024 | $1,716 |
| July 2024 | $1,698 |
| August 2024 | $1,646 |
| September 2024 | $1,695 |
| October 2024 | $1,697 |
| November 2024 | $1,736 |
| December 2024 | $1,768 |
| January 2025 | $1,743 |
| February 2025 | $1,750 |
| March 2025 | $1,738 |
| April 2025 | $1,755 |
| May 2025 | $1,743 |
| June 2025 | $1,705 |
| July 2025 | $1,710 |
| August 2025 | $1,700 |
| September 2025 | $1,699 |
| October 2025 | $1,725 |
| November 2025 | $1,762 |
| December 2025 | $1,725 |
| January 2026 | $1,657 |
| February 2026 | $1,670 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| March 2024 | $1,956 |
| April 2024 | $1,991 |
| May 2024 | $1,963 |
| June 2024 | $2,012 |
| July 2024 | $1,974 |
| August 2024 | $1,952 |
| September 2024 | $1,987 |
| October 2024 | $2,143 |
| November 2024 | $2,100 |
| December 2024 | $2,038 |
| January 2025 | $2,000 |
| February 2025 | $2,041 |
| March 2025 | $2,012 |
| April 2025 | $1,993 |
| May 2025 | $1,974 |
| June 2025 | $1,972 |
| July 2025 | $1,976 |
| August 2025 | $1,967 |
| September 2025 | $1,974 |
| October 2025 | $2,039 |
| November 2025 | $2,047 |
| December 2025 | $1,995 |
| January 2026 | $1,995 |
| February 2026 | $2,052 |
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Bedrooms
3 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
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Schools near 5648 Melvin St
Pittsburgh Colfax K-8
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B+
Council of Three Rivers American Indian Center Head Start - Hazelwood Center
4900 second ave
pittsburgh, PA, 15207
PKPublic
Hosanna House
807 wallace ave 3rd floor
pittsburgh, PA, 15221
PK, KPublic
Council of Three Rivers American Indian Center Head Start - Rochelle Street Center
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Pittsburgh Spring Garden Early Childhood
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Getting around Squirrel Hill near 5648 Melvin St
Walking
8/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.
Driving
7/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.
Cycling
7/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.
Transit
5/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.
Points of interest for 5648 Melvin St, Squirrel Hill
Groceries
9/10
At least one supermarket within a 5-minute walk
Shopping
6/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk
Cafes
6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
7/10
Variety of 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 15-minute walk
Parks
8/10
Very large amount of park space within a few minutes' walk
Nightlife
4/10
Some bars within a few minutes’ walk
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