Apartment for rent

Pet friendly

2 Days Ago

5919 Nicholson St #5919
5919 Nicholson St #5919, Squirrel Hill, PA 15217, USA

Monthly rent	$1,600
Beds	3
Baths	1
Sqft	–

Monthly rent	$1,600
Beds	3
Baths	1
Sqft	–

2 Days Ago

Highlights

Pet Friendly

Location

5919 Nicholson St #5919, Squirrel Hill, PA 15217, USA|Squirrel Hill South

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Contact

Rentwell Property Management

(844) 394-9568 ext. 4113

Property Overview

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
Elementary school nearby

Great for

Pet owners

Amenities for 5919 Nicholson St #5919, Squirrel Hill South

Apartment Amenities

Balcony	Fireplace
Hardwood Floor

Appliances

In-Unit Laundry

Building

Cats OK

Dogs OK

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

Dog Policy

Allowed

Cat Policy

Allowed

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About 5919 Nicholson St #5919

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5919 Nicholson St #5919, Squirrel Hill, PA 15217, USA

Sweet deal!

This listing is 22% below the median price for 3 bedroom apartments in Squirrel Hill South.

Welcome to 5919 Nicholson St, Squirrel Hill, PA 15217 — a beautifully updated top-floor 3-bedroom duplex that blends classic charm with modern comfort. This inviting home features gleaming hardwood floors, a stunning decorative fireplace in the living room, and large windows that fill every room with natural light. Enjoy cooking in the modern kitchen, complete with stainless steel appliances and sleek finishes. Each bedroom offers ample space, while the stylishly tiled bathroom adds a touch of elegance. Step outside to your private balcony—perfect for morning coffee or relaxing after a long day. Convenience is key with in-unit washer and dryer and easy access to all that Squirrel Hill has to offer—shops, cafes, and parks just minutes away. More photos coming soon! *Lease Terms: - All new leases will end between March and September of 2027. Please inquire with our leasing team for more details or exceptions. -Pets are considered with a one-time pet deposit and monthly pet rent. Applicants must fill out a PetScreening profile for each pet - this will determine the pet deposit and pet rent. Breed restrictions may apply. Please ask management. -No utilities included in the rent. -Security deposit is equal to one month’s rent. -Required $20 monthly Resident Package (see below for more details). -One-time $100 move-in fee (see below for more details). -Please note you must obtain Renters Insurance that includes Liability to Landlord Insurance with a minimum of $100K coverage for your new address. - NO smoking in the unit. *Applicant Qualifications: -Verifiable monthly income of at least 3X the rent. Unverifiable income will not be considered. -A credit score of 650+ is preferred, but we might consider credit scores of 600+. Credit scores of under 600 MIGHT (no guarantees) be considered with a co-signer and/or with an increased security deposit, or final months' rent upfront. -Nothing in collections/past due is preferred, but might be considered depending on the types of accounts and the amount unpaid/outstanding. -If a co-signer is applying, they MUST have a fully clean credit history and a score of at least 700. -No prior evictions. -No criminal record is preferred, but depending on the offense might be considered. -We run a credit, criminal, and eviction check for each applicant or co-applicant (anyone 18+ planning to live at the property must submit an application) -The application fee is NON-REFUNDABLE, so please call or email BEFORE applying. -Submitting an application does not render automatic approval. -Applications are reviewed in the order they were received following the FHA Guidelines ____________________________________________________________________________________ *Schedule a showing or submit an application on our website: www rentwell com *General Questions - 484-787-2698 - **** ____________________________________________________________________________________ Monthly Fee: Rentwell Resident Package $20 - Convenient online ACH, credit card, and Apple Pay payments through the portal - $2.50 ACH fee waived (credit card fee/Apple Pay fees still apply) - Easy account management, document access, and maintenance updates - 24/7 bilingual maintenance call center to ensure effective communication - Utility concierge service to streamline your move-in and move-out process One Time: Move-In Fee $100 - New tenant conversion process - Lease Generation and/or Negotiation - Portal Activation -Thorough pre-move-in visit to documen..

Property highlights

How 5919 Nicholson St, Pittsburgh, PA 15217, USA compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive: The 3-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
High school nearby: There is a high school 0.1 mile away
Elementary school nearby: There is an elementary school 0.3 mile away
Fireplace: Upgraded in-unit features
Images Available: There are at least 10 photos of this address
Package service: More secure storage for delivery

Address details

Neighborhood	Squirrel Hill South
Zip code	15217
Type	Apartment for rent

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Rent trends in Squirrel Hill South

3-bedroom apartments at 5919 Nicholson St #5919 cost about 22% less than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Pittsburgh.

Median rents as of Nov 8 2025.

Squirrel Hill South

Pittsburgh

A table of 3-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Pittsburgh
Month	Median Rent
November 2023	$1,699
December 2023	$1,662
January 2024	$1,650
February 2024	$1,699
March 2024	$1,706
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	$1,775

A table of 3-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Squirrel Hill South
Month	Median Rent
November 2023	$1,800
December 2023	$1,841
January 2024	$1,825
February 2024	$1,837
March 2024	$1,947
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	$2,073

Affordability calculator

Can I afford to live at 5919 Nicholson St #5919?

Bedrooms

3 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$64,000/yr

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Rent history

Check out the past listing prices for monthly rent at 5919 Nicholson St, Pittsburgh, PA.
				Bath
	Last month	$1,450	3 bed	1 bath
	4 years ago	$1,495	3 bed	1 bath

Schools near 5919 Nicholson St #5919

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Neighborhood

Squirrel Hill South | Pittsburgh, PA

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE

Peaceful and quiet

Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around Squirrel Hill near 5919 Nicholson St #5919

Walking

8/10

Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

7/10

This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Cycling

8/10

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 5919 Nicholson St #5919, 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

9/10

At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk

High schools

10/10

At least one high school within a 5-minute walk

Parks

9/10

Very large amount of park space within a few minutes' walk

Nightlife

4/10

Some bars within a few minutes’ walk

Other units at this address

5919 Nicholson St, Pittsburgh, PA

5919 Nicholson St Pittsburgh, PA

Occupied

3 Beds, 1 Bath

3 Beds

1 Bath

950 sqft

$1,495

Hardwood Floor • In-Unit Laundry • Fireplace • Dishwasher • Carpet

Listed by Leasing Office

Days on market: 1690

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