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Highlights

  • Vibrant community
  • Community amenities
  • Excellent closet space
  • Optional off-street parking
  • Dining area
  • 24/7 on-call maintenance team

Location

1218 Illinois Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15216, USA|Dormont
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Management

NextHome PPM Realty

Leasing office

(412) 201-0670

Property Overview

216 - 1218 Illinois Avenue presents an exceptional opportunity for renters, highlighted by a strong Zumper expert rating of 8.6, a competitive price rating of 10, and an impressive amenities rating of 9. The property is situated in a vibrant community, offering excellent access to local event hubs, schools, and dining options, contributing to a lively social atmosphere. With additional features such as optional off-street parking and 24/7 on-call maintenance, it ensures a desirable living experience.

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

8.6
Very Good
With a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, 216 - 1218 Illinois Avenue is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 216 - 1218 Illinois Avenue 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

  • More space
  • High school nearby
  • Middle school nearby

Great for

  • Social life

Floor plans

1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath600 sqft$975 /mo1 unit availableLive in one of Dormont’s most walkable areas — just minutes from West Liberty Avenue, the “T” light rail, local restaurants, shops, parks, and everything this vibrant community offers. This spacious first-floor 1-bedroom features 600 sq ft, a dedicated living room, dining area, and excellent closet space throughout. Clean, well-maintained, and easy to live in, with coin-op laundry on site. Commuting is a breeze with quick access to public transit and a short drive into downtown Pittsburgh. Keystone Oaks fields, trails, and community amenities are all close by, adding to the convenience. Included: water, sewage & trash. You pay: gas & electric. Parking: optional off-street parking (additional fee) with plenty of easy on-street parking as well Fine Print: Credit & criminal background check required, Pet breed restrictions apply, Rental rate based on single occupancy; $100/month additional for a 2nd occupant Renting from PPM Advantage Easy online rent payments Build your credit with on-time reporting 24/7 on-call maintenance team with online service requests Buy your home with PPM and break your lease with no fees

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Amenities for 216 - 1218 Illinois Avenue

Apartment Amenities

Hardwood FloorHardwood Like Floors
TrashWater

Appliances

Gas RangeRange
Refrigerator

Building

Onsite LaundrySewage

Neighborhood

Close to Restaurant and BarNear Transportation
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

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One-time. Refundable.

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About 216 - 1218 Illinois Avenue

HomeApartments in DormontDormont 216 - 1218 Illinois Avenue

Live in one of Dormont’s most walkable areas — just minutes from West Liberty Avenue, the “T” light rail, local restaurants, shops, parks, and everything this vibrant community offers. This spacious first-floor 1-bedroom features 600 sq ft, a dedicated living room, dining area, and excellent closet space throughout. Clean, well-maintained, and easy to live in, with coin-op laundry on site. Commuting is a breeze with quick access to public transit and a short drive into downtown Pittsburgh. Keystone Oaks fields, trails, and community amenities are all close by, adding to the convenience. Included: water, sewage & trash. You pay: gas & electric. Parking: optional off-street parking (additional fee) with plenty of easy on-street parking as well Fine Print: Credit & criminal background check required, Pet breed restrictions apply, Rental rate based on single occupancy; $100/month additional for a 2nd occupant Renting from PPM Advantage Easy online rent payments Build your credit with on-time reporting 24/7 on-call maintenance team with online service requests Buy your home with PPM and break your lease with no fees


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.
8.6
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, 216 - 1218 Illinois Avenue is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 216 - 1218 Illinois Avenue 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 216 - 1218 Illinois Avenue
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.
216 - 1218 Illinois Avenue 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·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.
216 - 1218 Illinois Avenue goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including close to restaurant and bar. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 216 - 1218 Illinois Avenue 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.
216 - 1218 Illinois Avenue 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 216 - 1218 Illinois Avenue 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.

216 - 1218 Illinois Avenue is great for:

Social life

  • 125 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • A bustling neighborhood
  • Diverse age groups live in this area
  • 9 local event hubs within 1 mile

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 216 - 1218 Illinois Avenue compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

More space
The 1-bedroom is 600 sqft larger than other listings nearby
High school nearby
There is a high school 0.3 mile away
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.3 mile away
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit

Considerations

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Rent trends in Dormont

1-bedroom apartments at 216 - 1218 Illinois Avenue cost about the same as the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Dormont.

Median rents as of Jan 17 2026.
Dormont
Dormont
A table of studio rental data trends in Dormont
MonthMedian Rent
February 2024$835
March 2024$784
April 2024$771
May 2024$750
June 2024$761
July 2024$763
August 2024$805
September 2024$805
October 2024$805
December 2024$788
January 2025$788
February 2025$769
March 2025$810
April 2025$825
May 2025$750
June 2025$750
August 2025$750
September 2025$750
January 2026$855
A table of studio rental data trends in Dormont
MonthMedian Rent
February 2024$835
March 2024$784
April 2024$778
June 2024$761
July 2024$750
March 2025$825

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$39,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $39,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $975.
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Schools near 216 - 1218 Illinois Avenue

Dormont Elementary School

3200 annapolis ave

pittsburgh, PA, 15216

K-5Public
A-

Myrtle Avenue School

3724 myrtle ave

pittsburgh, PA, 15234

K-5Public
B+

Fred L. Aiken Elementary School

881 greentree rd

pittsburgh, PA, 15220

K-5Public
A
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Neighborhood

Dormont | Dormont, PA

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

Getting around Pittsburgh near 1218 Illinois Ave

Walking

6/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

6/10
This area is accessible to thoroughfares and has ample parking options.

Cycling

4/10
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 1218 Illinois Ave, Pittsburgh

Groceries

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

Shopping

4/10
Several shops within walking distance

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

6/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

8/10
At least one elementary school within a 15-minute walk

High schools

8/10
At least one high school within a 15-minute walk

Parks

6/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

4/10
Some bars within walking distance

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