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Highlights

  • Private entrance
  • Huge bedroom
  • All new wood style flooring throughout

Location

640 College Street, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15232, United States|Shadyside
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Management

Arkham Realty and Property Management

Leasing office

(844) 326-5877 ext. 8009

Property Overview

640 College Street presents a competitive option for renters, highlighted by an overall Zumper rating of 7.7, with strong scores in price (8/10), amenities (8/10), and location (9/10). Notable features include a private entrance and a spacious bedroom with new wood-style flooring, enhancing its appeal. The property also achieves a trustworthiness rating of 7/10, reflecting its commitment to transparency and detailed descriptions for prospective renters.

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.

Zumper Expert Rating

7.7
Very Good
640 College Street is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Location will find this property to be a solid option for their next home. It may not stand out for Quality, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.

Things you’ll love

  • Less expensive
  • Middle school nearby
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Floor plans

640 College Street - 21 bed1 bath$950 /moFor rent Shadyside 640 College Ave. First floor apartment with private entrance One bedroom, spacious living room opens to kitchen Coin op laundry Super close to Ellsworth Avenue and Walnut Street shopping and dining. Tenant pays gas and electric available available immediately

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About 640 College Street

HomeApartments in PittsburghShadyside 640 College Street

For rent Shadyside 640 College Ave. First floor apartment with private entrance One bedroom, spacious living room opens to kitchen Coin op laundry Super close to Ellsworth Avenue and Walnut Street shopping and dining. Tenant pays gas and electric available available immediately


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.
7.7
/10
Very Good
640 College Street is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Location will find this property to be a solid option for their next home. It may not stand out for Quality, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.
How we rated 640 College Street
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, 640 College Street is a great option for renters looking for apartments in Shadyside. 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·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, 640 College Street 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.
640 College 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 640 College 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·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.
640 College Street 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.

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 640 College 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 1 mile away
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address

Considerations

Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 0.3 mile away
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 640 College Street cost about 37% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Shadyside.

Median rents as of Jan 24 2026.
Shadyside
Pittsburgh
A table of studio rental data trends in Pittsburgh
MonthMedian Rent
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$1,255
December 2025$1,186
January 2026$1,176
A table of studio rental data trends in Shadyside
MonthMedian Rent
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$1,505
December 2025$1,313
January 2026$1,158

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$38,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $38,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $950.
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Schools near 640 College Street

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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Neighborhood

Shadyside | Pittsburgh, PA

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

Getting around Pittsburgh near 640 College Street

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

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

Transit

6/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.

Points of interest for 640 College Street, Pittsburgh

Groceries

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

Shopping

7/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

7/10
Variety of 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

8/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

5/10
Some bars within a few minutes’ walk

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