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  • Pet Friendly

Location

811 Saint James Street, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15232, United States|Shadyside
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(844) 326-6607 ext. 4159

Property Overview

St. James Street Apartments display a strong Zumper expert rating and rank in the 76.19 percentile for value for money in the area. The property is conveniently located just 0.13 miles from a top-rated elementary school, enhancing its appeal. Overall, it presents a balanced blend of value, location, and community engagement.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.8
Very Good
With a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, St. James Street Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, St. James Street Apartments has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Elementary school nearby
  • Outdoor space

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

Lg One BR1 bed1 bath560 sqft$1,175 /mo

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Amenities for St. James Street Apartments

Apartment Amenities

Air ConditioningBathtub
CarpetCeramic Tile Bath
Hardwood FloorHeat Included
Mini-blindsModern Equipped Kitchen
Sewer IncludedWater Included

Appliances

Range/OvenRefrigerator

Tech

Cable Ready

Building

Cats OKControlled Access
Dogs OKIntercom System
Onsite Laundry

Grounds

On Street ParkingOutdoor Space
Smoke Free CommunityStorage
Yard

Services

Live ToursOn-Site Maintenance
Trash Removal Included

Neighborhood

Near CampusNear Grocery Store
Near HospitalPublic Transportation

Other

Online Payments
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

Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit1

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Building details

Property details

Units12
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About St. James Street Apartments

HomeApartments in PittsburghShadyside St. James Street Apartments

St James Street Apartments is a Pittsburgh Apartment located at Shadyside 809 811 St James St. The property features a 1 BR rental unit available starting at $1175. Amenities include Cats Ok and On-Site Laundry. Water Included, Trash Removal Included, Sewer Included, and Heat Included included. On-Street Parking parking available. Contact us for a showing.


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.8
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, St. James Street Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, St. James Street Apartments has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated St. James Street Apartments
Price·10A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
St. James Street Apartments offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·10A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
St. James Street Apartments stands out as a premier property with an impressive array of amenities and an excellent standard of living. Residents here have access to many of the most popular and desired perks—pets allowed—making this one of the top choices for renters seeking unparalleled comfort and convenience.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
St. James Street Apartments is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While St. James Street Apartments does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·7A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
St. James Street Apartments provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.

St. James Street Apartments is great for:

Pet owners

  • Outdoor spaces are available at this property
  • 6 pet grooming services nearby
  • 7 pet hospitals in the area
  • 6 pet supply stores near the property

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 St. James Street Apartments compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.1 mile away
Outdoor space
Easy access to the outdoors

Considerations

Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away

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Rent trends in Shadyside

1-bedroom apartments at St. James Street Apartments cost about 24% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Shadyside.

Median rents as of Nov 15 2025.
Shadyside
Pittsburgh
A table of studio rental data trends in Pittsburgh
MonthMedian Rent
December 2023$1,117
January 2024$1,102
February 2024$1,124
March 2024$1,094
April 2024$1,136
May 2024$1,089
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$1,283
A table of studio rental data trends in Shadyside
MonthMedian Rent
December 2023$1,221
January 2024$1,082
February 2024$1,095
March 2024$1,050
April 2024$1,021
May 2024$1,050
June 2024$1,106
July 2024$1,074
August 2024$1,093
September 2024$1,033
October 2024$999
November 2024$1,063
December 2024$1,082
January 2025$1,041
February 2025$1,057
March 2025$1,056
April 2025$1,095
May 2025$1,105
June 2025$1,106
July 2025$1,102
August 2025$1,077
September 2025$1,140
October 2025$1,265
November 2025$1,566

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$47,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $47,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,175.
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Schools near St. James Street Apartments

Pittsburgh Colfax K-8

2332 beechwood blvd

pittsburgh, PA, 15217

K-8Public
B+

Pittsburgh Spring Garden Early Childhood

1501 spring garden ave

pittsburgh, PA, 15212

PKPublic

Pittsburgh Conroy

1398 page st

pittsburgh, PA, 15233

K-12Public

Pittsburgh Oliver Citywide Academy

2323 brighton rd

pittsburgh, PA, 15212

3-12Public

Pittsburgh Pioneer

775 dunster st

pittsburgh, PA, 15226

K-12Public
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Getting around Pittsburgh near 811 Saint James Street

Walking

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

Driving

4/10
Roads are accessible, but parking may be a challenge.

Cycling

8/10
Helmets on–you can get anywhere in this cyclist-friendly, well-connected area.

Transit

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

Points of interest for 811 Saint James Street, Pittsburgh

Groceries

8/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

8/10
Variety of shops within a few minutes' walk

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

7/10
Variety of restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

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

High schools

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

Parks

7/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

7/10
Variety of bars within walking distance

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