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Highlights

  • Brand new flooring
  • Newly renovated kitchen
  • Large living room
  • Large eat-in kitchen
  • High ceilings
  • Spacious sun-lit rooms

Location

270 Emerson St, Pittsburgh, PA 15206, USA|Shadyside
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Property Overview

The Emerson offers excellent overall value with an 8.5/10 expert rating, highlighted by a perfect price score and high marks for amenities, location, and transparency. Residents can expect bright, spacious interiors with brand new flooring, high ceilings, a large living room, and a newly renovated, eat-in kitchen, along with strong neighborhood value per square foot and convenient access to a well-rated high school. The property is also well-suited to pet owners, with outdoor spaces and numerous pet services nearby.

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

8.5
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, The Emerson is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, The Emerson 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

  • High school nearby
  • More space
  • Outdoor space

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

2bed/1bath2 bed1 bath1,115 sqftThis beautiful Shadyside two bedroom is available for July 1st. Enter into the large living room and have morning coffee on the outdoor covered deck. Large dining room and two large equal sized bedrooms with kitchen finish off this apartment.

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Amenities for The Emerson

Apartment Amenities

Balcony

Appliances

Gas Range/OvenRefrigerator

Building

Cats OKOnsite Laundry

Grounds

On Street Parking

Neighborhood

Great Location
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

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Not allowed

Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit1
Building details

Property details

Units9
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About The Emerson

HomeApartments in PittsburghShadyside The Emerson

This beautiful Shadyside two bedroom is available for July 1st. Enter into the large living room and have morning coffee on the outdoor covered deck. Large dining room and two large equal sized bedrooms with kitchen finish off this apartment.


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.
8.5
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, The Emerson is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, The Emerson 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 The Emerson
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.
The Emerson 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.
The Emerson goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including cats allowed. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, The Emerson 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.
The Emerson 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 The Emerson 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.
The Emerson 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.

The Emerson is great for:

Pet owners

  • Outdoor spaces are available at this property
  • 6 pet grooming services nearby
  • 8 pet hospitals in the area
  • 12 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 The Emerson compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

High school nearby
There is a high school 2 miles away
More space
The 2-bedroom is 128 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Outdoor space
Easy access to the outdoors

Considerations

Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away
Lacks images
Fewer than 10 photos available for this location
No in-unit dishwasher
Dishwashers aren't available

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Rent trends in Shadyside

Median rents as of Apr 25 2026.
Shadyside
Pittsburgh
A table of studio rental data trends in Pittsburgh
MonthMedian Rent
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$1,173
February 2026$1,143
March 2026$1,146
April 2026$1,148
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

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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 270 Emerson St

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

6/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.

Transit

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

Points of interest for 270 Emerson St, Pittsburgh

Groceries

9/10
At least one grocery store within a few minutes' walk

Shopping

7/10
Variety of shops within walking distance

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

7/10
Variety of restaurants within walking distance

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

8/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

5/10
Some bars within walking distance

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