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Highlights

  • Hardwood-style floors
  • Convenient location
  • Separate dining space
  • Updated bathroom
  • Walk-in storage/closet
  • Laundry in the building

Location

729 S Aiken Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15232, USA|Shadyside
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Management

Vera Holdings Grandview, LLC

Leasing office

(412) 780-7507

Property Overview

S Aiken Ave offers excellent value with a high overall expert rating, top-tier price score, strong amenities score, and a standout location rating that reflects its convenient access to transit, schools, and daily needs. Residents benefit from hardwood-style floors, a separate dining space, updated bathroom, walk-in storage/closet, and on-site laundry, all in a walkable area with extensive nearby dining and mixed-use options. The property’s detailed description and transparent information further support its solid trustworthiness rating.

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

8.3
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, S Aiken Ave is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, S Aiken Ave 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

Great for

  • Social life

Floor plans

729 S Aiken1 bed1 bath$1,250 /mo1 unit available1BR Apartment – Available Now Clean 1-bedroom apartment with good storage and a functional layout. Features a bright living area, updated kitchen with stainless steel appliances, and a separate dining space. Plenty of built-in shelving and closet space. Hardwood-style floors Walk-in storage/closet Updated bathroom Laundry in the building Street parking Convenient location Rent: $1,250/month Utilities: Tenant pays a $150 monthly flat fee for electric, gas, water, and sewer. Move-in cost: First month’s rent, last month’s rent, and a security deposit equal to one month’s rent are due at move-in. No smoking. Available now.

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HomeApartments in PittsburghShadyside S Aiken Ave

1BR Apartment – Available Now Clean 1-bedroom apartment with good storage and a functional layout. Features a bright living area, updated kitchen with stainless steel appliances, and a separate dining space. Plenty of built-in shelving and closet space. Hardwood-style floors Walk-in storage/closet Updated bathroom Laundry in the building Street parking Convenient location Rent: $1,250/month Utilities: Tenant pays a $150 monthly flat fee for electric, gas, water, and sewer. Move-in cost: First month’s rent, last month’s rent, and a security deposit equal to one month’s rent are due at move-in. No smoking. Available now.


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.
8.3
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, S Aiken Ave is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, S Aiken Ave 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 S Aiken Ave
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.
S Aiken Ave 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·8A 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.
With multiple in-demand amenities, S Aiken Ave is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
S Aiken Ave 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 S Aiken Ave 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.
S Aiken Ave 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.

S Aiken Ave is great for:

Social life

  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • 238 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • 327 mixed-use spaces nearby
  • The area has transit options

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 S Aiken Ave compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.2 mile away

Considerations

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No laundry facilities available
This property doesn't offer on-site or in-unit washers and dryers

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Rent trends in Shadyside

1-bedroom apartments at S Aiken Ave cost about 17% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Shadyside.

Median rents as of May 9 2026.
Shadyside
Pittsburgh
A table of studio rental data trends in Pittsburgh
MonthMedian Rent
May 2024$1,069
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 Shadyside
MonthMedian Rent
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$1,505
December 2025$1,313
January 2026$1,162
February 2026$1,281
March 2026$1,165
April 2026$1,150
May 2026$1,152

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Schools near S Aiken Ave

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

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

4900 second ave

pittsburgh, PA, 15207

PKPublic

Hosanna House

807 wallace ave 3rd floor

pittsburgh, PA, 15221

PK, KPublic

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

201 rochelle st

pittsburgh, PA, 15210

PKPublic
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Neighborhood

Shadyside | Pittsburgh, PA

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around Pittsburgh near 729 S Aiken Ave

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

7/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.

Transit

6/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.

Points of interest for 729 S Aiken Ave, Pittsburgh

Groceries

8/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk

Shopping

8/10
Wide variety of 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

10/10
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
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

9/10
Exceptional variety of bars right within a few minutes’ walk

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