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5854 Forbes Avenue
5854 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15217, US

Apartment for rent
Monthly rent
$825–$1,360
BedsStudio–2
Baths1
Sqft–
modified
2 Days Ago

Property Overview

Open living spaces with hardwood floors throughout, well-sized bedrooms, and on-site laundry create a comfortable and functional interior, clearly showcased in the 34 available photos. Strong value for money, ranking in the 89th percentile locally, adds financial appeal. Proximity to a top-rated middle school about a mile away further enhances overall convenience.

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
  • Middle school nearby
  • Images available

Great for

  • Pet owners

Highlights

  • open living space
  • hardwood floors throughout
  • well-sized bedrooms
  • laundry available

Units

5854 Forbes Avenue Pittsburgh, PA

New Listing

12

Studio

1 Bath

$825

Listed on 05/20/2026
Listed by Kelly Nowak
Days on market: 2
Property Status: Active Cozy studio apartment featuring a spacious living area, a large walk-in closet, and a functional kitchen complete with a pantry and built-in pull-out ironing board. Additional highlights include rooftop access and convenient coin-operated laundry available in the basement. Office Phone: (412) 228-5783 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.

New Listing

3

1 Bed

1 Bath

$1,150

Listed on 05/13/2026
Listed by Kelly Nowak
Days on market: 9
Property Status: Active Charming 1-bedroom, 1-bath apartment in Squirrel Hill featuring hardwood floors throughout, an open living space that flows into the dining room and kitchen, and a hallway leading to the bathroom and bedroom. Additional highlights include rooftop access and laundry available in the basement. Office Phone: (412) 228-5783 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.

New Listing

11

2 Beds

1 Bath

$1,360

Listed on 05/13/2026
Listed by Kelly Nowak
Days on market: 9
Property Status: Active 2-bedroom apartment in Squirrel Hill featuring hardwood floors throughout, an open and airy layout with a spacious dining room ideal for entertaining, and an overall more living space. Additional highlights include a functional kitchen, well-sized bedrooms, rooftop access, and laundry available in the basement. Office Phone: (412) 228-5783 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.

Amenities for 5854 Forbes Avenue

Some units at this address have these amenities. View unit details for more information.

Building
  • Dogs Ok
  • Cats Ok
  • On-Site Laundry
  • Storage
Unit Amenities
  • Walk-In Closets
  • On-Site Laundry
  • Hardwood Floor

Policies at 5854 Forbes Avenue

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About 5854 Forbes Avenue

HomeApartments in PittsburghSquirrel Hill South 5854 Forbes Ave # 5862 #12, Squirrel Hill, PA 15217, USA

Explore the charm of Squirrel Hill South at 5854 Forbes Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15217. This intimate 17-unit property offers a mix of 1 and 2-bedroom options, perfect for those seeking a cozy retreat. Residents enjoy open living spaces, hardwood floors throughout, and well-sized bedrooms. Additional highlights include a spacious dining room, kitchen, and the convenience of on-site laundry. With top-rated schools nearby, including a high school with an A- or higher rating, this property is a great choice for those prioritizing education. As a bonus, there are no fees to worry about. Other amenities include hardwood floors and on-site laundry facilities. Note that this property is not pet-friendly and offers long-term rentals only.

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Address details

Units17
Units available3
Neighborhood
City
Zip code15217

5854 Forbes Ave #12 is great for:

Pet owners

  • 4 pet supply stores near the property
  • 1 pet grooming service nearby
  • 1 pet hospital in the area

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 5854 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15217, US compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
Some rentals at this address are cheaper than similar listings nearby
Less expensive
Some rentals at this address are cheaper than similar listings nearby
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 1 mile away
Less expensive
Some rentals at this address are cheaper than similar listings nearby
Images available
There are at least 10 photos of this address
Walk-in closet
Rentals here may include more closet space than average

Considerations

Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away
No in-unit dishwasher
Dishwashers aren't available

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Rent trends in Pittsburgh

Studio apartments at 5854 Forbes Ave #12 cost about 22% less than the average rent price for studios in Squirrel Hill South.

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 11% lower than 1-bedrooms in Squirrel Hill South.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at 5854 Forbes Ave #12 to be 16% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in Squirrel Hill South.

Median rents as of May 16 2026.
Squirrel Hill South
Pittsburgh
A table of studio rental data trends in Pittsburgh
MonthMedian Rent
June 2024$1,144
July 2024$1,206
August 2024$1,250
September 2024$1,172
October 2024$1,150
November 2024$1,214
December 2024$1,146
January 2025$1,071
February 2025$1,057
March 2025$1,042
April 2025$1,098
May 2025$1,120
June 2025$1,183
July 2025$1,180
August 2025$1,204
September 2025$1,286
October 2025$1,254
November 2025$1,255
December 2025$1,186
January 2026$1,173
February 2026$1,143
March 2026$1,146
April 2026$1,148
May 2026$1,159
A table of studio rental data trends in Squirrel Hill South
MonthMedian Rent
June 2024$974
July 2024$982
August 2024$952
September 2024$912
October 2024$955
November 2024$881
December 2024$900
January 2025$925
February 2025$924
March 2025$963
April 2025$984
May 2025$995
June 2025$995
July 2025$1,023
August 2025$1,006
September 2025$969
October 2025$950
November 2025$950
December 2025$948
January 2026$965
February 2026$995
March 2026$1,035
April 2026$1,055
May 2026$1,055

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Rent history

The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.
Check out the past listing prices for monthly rent at 5854 Forbes Ave, Pittsburgh, PA.
9 months ago$1,4502 bed1 bath
9 months ago$735Studio1 bath
10 months ago$9501 bed1 bath
2 years ago$1,2702 bed1 bath
3 years ago$6951 bed1 bath
3 years ago$7401 bed1 bath
3 years ago$9601 bed1 bath
3 years ago$685Studio1 bath
4 years ago$1,2552 bed1 bath

Schools near 5854 Forbes Ave #12

Pittsburgh Colfax K-8

2332 beechwood blvd

pittsburgh, PA, 15217

K-8Public
B+

Hosanna House

807 wallace ave 3rd floor

pittsburgh, PA, 15221

PK, KPublic

Council of Three Rivers American Indian Center Head Start - Hazelwood Center

4900 second ave

pittsburgh, PA, 15207

PKPublic

Pittsburgh Spring Garden Early Childhood

1501 spring garden ave

pittsburgh, PA, 15212

PKPublic

Council of Three Rivers American Indian Center Head Start - Rochelle Street Center

201 rochelle st

pittsburgh, PA, 15210

PKPublic
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Getting around Pittsburgh near 5854 Forbes Avenue

Walking

9/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.

Driving

6/10
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

7/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.

Points of interest for 5854 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh

Groceries

9/10
At least one supermarket within a 5-minute walk

Shopping

7/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

8/10
Wide variety of restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

9/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk

High schools

8/10
At least one high school within a 15-minute walk

Parks

10/10
Exceptionally large amount of park space within a few minutes’ walk

Nightlife

6/10
Some bars within a few minutes’ walk

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