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5961 Alder St #2, Pittsburgh, PA 15232, USA|Shadyside
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Property Overview
5961 Alder St #2 offers a convenient Pittsburgh location with features that may appeal to a range of buyers or renters. Its strengths, intended uses, and notable details combine to create a balanced option with practical value and everyday livability.
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
Middle school nearby- Less expensive
- More space
Great for
Pet owners
Social life
Amenities for 5961 Alder St #2, Shadyside
Apartment Amenities
| Air Conditioning | Hardwood Floor |
| Tile |
Appliances
| Dishwasher | In-Unit Laundry |
Building
| Cats OK | Dogs OK |
| Onsite Laundry |
Grounds
| Outdoor Space |
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Policies and fees
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One-time.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Dog Policy
Allowed
Cat Policy
Allowed
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Building details
Property details
| Lease terms | 12+ months |
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About 5961 Alder St #2
Sweet deal!
This listing is 13% below the median price for 2 bedroom apartments in Shadyside.
Charming 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom apartment available for rent starting August 1st, nestled on a picturesque tree-lined street in Shadyside. This apartment is located on the 2nd floor - 5961 Alder St. Features include hardwood floors throughout, a spacious eat-in kitchen, generously sized bedrooms, a walk-in shower, in-unit laundry, forced air heating, window A/C, and a large backyard ideal for relaxing summer evenings.
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 5961 Alder St #2 compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 1 mile away
- Less expensive
- The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
- More space
- The 2-bedroom is 72 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Considerations
- Greater distance from high schools
- The nearest high school is farther than 2 miles away
Address details
| Neighborhood | Shadyside |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 15232 |
| Type | Apartment for rent |
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Rent trends in Shadyside
2-bedroom apartments at 5961 Alder St #2 cost about 13% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Pittsburgh.
Median rents as of Jun 13 2026.
Shadyside
Pittsburgh
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| June 2024 | $1,500 |
| 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 |
| December 2025 | $1,585 |
| January 2026 | $1,568 |
| February 2026 | $1,558 |
| March 2026 | $1,546 |
| April 2026 | $1,605 |
| May 2026 | $1,604 |
| June 2026 | $1,594 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| June 2024 | $1,850 |
| July 2024 | $1,941 |
| August 2024 | $2,143 |
| September 2024 | $2,229 |
| October 2024 | $2,132 |
| November 2024 | $2,057 |
| December 2024 | $1,864 |
| January 2025 | $1,841 |
| February 2025 | $1,820 |
| March 2025 | $1,855 |
| April 2025 | $1,940 |
| May 2025 | $2,058 |
| June 2025 | $2,064 |
| July 2025 | $1,932 |
| August 2025 | $1,989 |
| September 2025 | $2,357 |
| October 2025 | $2,379 |
| November 2025 | $2,293 |
| December 2025 | $2,280 |
| January 2026 | $2,237 |
| February 2026 | $2,165 |
| March 2026 | $1,993 |
| April 2026 | $1,947 |
| May 2026 | $2,123 |
| June 2026 | $2,190 |
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Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $78,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,950.
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Getting around Pittsburgh near 5961 Alder St #2
Walking
9/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.
Driving
3/10
Roads are accessible, but parking may be a challenge.
Cycling
6/10
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 5961 Alder St #2, Pittsburgh
Groceries
9/10
At least one supermarket within a 5-minute walk
Shopping
8/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk
Cafes
6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
8/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk
Primary schools
9/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk
High schools
8/10
At least one high school within a 15-minute walk
Parks
7/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
6/10
Some bars within a few minutes’ walk
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