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Highlights
- Quiet street
- On-street parking
- Kitchen appliances
Location
7543 Melrose St, Pittsburgh, PA 15218, USA
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Property Overview
7543 Melrose Street offers a strong overall value with an 8/10 expert rating, combining solid price and trust scores with standout amenities and location. It features quiet-street living, on-street parking, and kitchen appliances, while also ranking well for value for money and having a nearby top-rated middle school and grocery access.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings” and “Things you’ll love” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
Less expensive- Middle school nearby
Floor plans
| 2BR/1.0BA | 2 bed | 1 bath | $875 /mo | 1 unit available | Come check out this 2br / 1ba apartment on a quiet street in Swissvale! New floors, paint, bathroom and kitchen appliances. Plenty of on-street parking. Close to Edgewood Towne Center, 376, and multiple local breweries and restaurants! Pets considered. Available: September 5th! Rent: $875 Utilities: Tenant pays all utilities To be considered applicants must have a 620 or better credit score, proof of income 3x rent and complete a criminal background check. Application fee - $45 Nikki Text: (412)335-9804 Email: **** Riva Ridge Property Management 901 Bingham Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15203 Office: (412) 904-1083 |
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Amenities for 7543 Melrose Street
Appliances
| Electric Range | Range |
| Refrigerator |
Neighborhood
| Near Busline |
Other
| Tenant is Responsible for all Utilities |
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
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Applicants
One-time.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 2 |
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About 7543 Melrose Street
Come check out this 2br / 1ba apartment on a quiet street in Swissvale! New floors, paint, bathroom and kitchen appliances. Plenty of on-street parking. Close to Edgewood Towne Center, 376, and multiple local breweries and restaurants! Pets considered. Available: September 5th! Rent: $875 Utilities: Tenant pays all utilities To be considered applicants must have a 620 or better credit score, proof of income 3x rent and complete a criminal background check. Application fee - $45 Nikki Text: (412)335-9804 Email: **** Riva Ridge Property Management 901 Bingham Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15203 Office: (412) 904-1083
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.
8.0
/10
Very GoodWith a solid 8 out of 10 overall, 7543 Melrose Street is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 7543 Melrose Street has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
Price·8A 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.
Scoring a 8/10, 7543 Melrose Street is a great option for renters looking for apartments in this neighborhood. The rent is significantly lower than the median rent for the area, therefore this property is competitively priced for its location and its features. Residents here will find a home that meets their needs with few trade-offs.
Amenities·9A 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.
7543 Melrose Street goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including near busline. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 7543 Melrose Street receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
7543 Melrose Street 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 7543 Melrose Street does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A 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.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.
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 7543 Melrose Street compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Less expensive
- The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 0.2 miles away
- Less expensive
- The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Considerations
- Greater distance from grade schools
- The nearest elementary school is farther than 1.0 miles away
- Lacks images
- Fewer than 5 photos available for this property
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Rent trends in Pittsburgh
2-bedroom apartments at 7543 Melrose Street cost about 42% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Pittsburgh.
Median rents as of Oct 3 2026.
Pittsburgh
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| October 2024 | $1,205 |
| 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 | $1,153 |
| June 2026 | $1,151 |
| July 2026 | $1,161 |
| August 2026 | $1,196 |
| September 2026 | $1,277 |
| October 2026 | $1,327 |
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Can I afford to live at 7543 Melrose St?
Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$35,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $35,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $875.
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Schools near 7543 Melrose Street
Edgewood Elementary STEAM Academy
241 maple ave
pittsburgh, PA, 15218
PK, K-5Public
C
Hosanna House
807 wallace ave 3rd floor
pittsburgh, PA, 15221
PK, KPublic
Turtle Creek Elementary STEAM Academy
126 monroeville ave
turtle creek, PA, 15145
PK, K-5Public
B-
Council of Three Rivers American Indian Center Head Start - Hazelwood Center
4900 second ave
pittsburgh, PA, 15207
PKPublic
Duquesne Elementary School
300 kennedy ave
duquesne, PA, 15110
PK, K-8Public
C-
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Getting around Pittsburgh near 7543 Melrose St
Walking
5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
8/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Cycling
5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.
Transit
5/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.
Points of interest for 7543 Melrose St, Pittsburgh
Groceries
6/10
At least one supermarket within a 20-minute walk
Shopping
5/10
Several shops within walking distance
Cafes
5/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
5/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
Primary schools
9/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk
High schools
9/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk
Parks
7/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
3/10
Some bars within walking distance
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