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Highlights

  • Two spacious bedrooms
  • Patio
  • Kitchen equipped with stove, fridge, dishwasher & microwave
  • Beautiful hardwood floors throughout living area

Location

Pittsburgh #5602, PA 15217, USA|Squirrel Hill South
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Management

John C.R. Kelly Realty, Inc.

Leasing office

(412) 683-7300

Property Overview

Beacon earns a strong overall impression with an 8.5 Zumper Expert Rating, supported by excellent marks for price, amenities, and location, plus a solid trustworthiness score. It features two spacious bedrooms, a patio, a kitchen with stove, fridge, dishwasher, and microwave, and hardwood floors throughout the living area, while 12 photos add helpful visual detail for 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

8.5
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, beacon is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, beacon has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Dishwasher
  • Images Available

Floor plans

56022 bed1.5 bath$1,625 /mo1 unit available2 Bedroom / 1.5 Bathroom Monthly Rent: $1,625.00 + Utilities **Trash Removal Included Available: Immediately Features: - Kitchen Equipped with Stove, Fridge, Dishwasher & Microwave - Beautiful Hardwood Floors throughout Living Area - Two Spacious Bedrooms with Closet Space - Wall to Wall Carpeting throughout Bedrooms - Ample Natural Light Throughout - Washer & Dryer Provided - Patio! Location: - Walking Distance to Shopping, Dining & Entertainment on Murray Avenue! - Easy Commutes to Carnegie Mellon University & Chatham University - Close to Public Transportation - Oakland, Shadyside & Friendship neighborhoods are nearby Call Today to Schedule an Appointment! Contact: John C.R. Kelly Realty, Inc. Office: 412-683-7300 Website: www jcrkelly com

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Amenities for beacon

Apartment Amenities

PatioWasher Dryer Provided

Appliances

DishwasherFridge
In-Unit LaundryMicrowave
RangeRefrigerator
StoveWasher and Dryer

Building

Basement

Services

Trash Removal
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Applicants

One-time.

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Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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HomeApartments in PittsburghSquirrel Hill South beacon

2 Bedroom / 1.5 Bathroom Monthly Rent: $1,625.00 + Utilities **Trash Removal Included Available: Immediately Features: - Kitchen Equipped with Stove, Fridge, Dishwasher & Microwave - Beautiful Hardwood Floors throughout Living Area - Two Spacious Bedrooms with Closet Space - Wall to Wall Carpeting throughout Bedrooms - Ample Natural Light Throughout - Washer & Dryer Provided - Patio! Location: - Walking Distance to Shopping, Dining & Entertainment on Murray Avenue! - Easy Commutes to Carnegie Mellon University & Chatham University - Close to Public Transportation - Oakland, Shadyside & Friendship neighborhoods are nearby Call Today to Schedule an Appointment! Contact: John C.R. Kelly Realty, Inc. Office: 412-683-7300 Website: www jcrkelly com


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, beacon is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, beacon has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated beacon
Price·9A 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.
beacon stands out with a remarkable rating of 9/10 for its cost per bedroom compared to other rentals in the area. Considering the excellent balance between price, convenience, and comfort that it provides, residents enjoy a high-quality living experience.
Amenities·10A 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.
beacon stands out as a premier property with an impressive array of amenities and an excellent standard of living. Residents here have access to many of the most popular and desired perks—in-unit laundry—making this one of the top choices for renters seeking unparalleled comfort and convenience.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
beacon 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 beacon 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 beacon compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Dishwasher
Dishwasher available in kitchen
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address

Considerations

Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away

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Rent trends in Squirrel Hill South

2-bedroom apartments at beacon cost about 2% more than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Squirrel Hill South.

Median rents as of Jul 25 2026.
Squirrel Hill South
Pittsburgh
A table of studio rental data trends in Pittsburgh
MonthMedian Rent
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$1,153
June 2026$1,151
July 2026$1,161
A table of studio rental data trends in Squirrel Hill South
MonthMedian Rent
August 2024$954
September 2024$912
October 2024$955
November 2024$881
December 2024$900
January 2025$925
February 2025$924
March 2025$963
April 2025$984
May 2025$995
June 2025$995
July 2025$1,023
August 2025$1,006
September 2025$969
October 2025$950
November 2025$950
December 2025$948
January 2026$965
February 2026$995
March 2026$1,035
April 2026$1,055
May 2026$1,055
June 2026$1,055
July 2026$1,055

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$65,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $65,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,625.
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Schools near beacon

Pittsburgh Colfax K-8

2332 beechwood blvd

pittsburgh, PA, 15217

K-8Public
B+

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

Pittsburgh Spring Garden Early Childhood

1501 spring garden ave

pittsburgh, PA, 15212

PKPublic
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Getting around PA 15217 near Pittsburgh #5602

Walking

8/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.

Driving

9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

6/10
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 Pittsburgh #5602, PA 15217

Groceries

9/10
Exceptional variety of groceries within a few minutes' walk

Shopping

8/10
Wide variety of shops within a short drive, including some within walking distance

Cafes

8/10
Wide variety of cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

8/10
Wide 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 5-minute walk

Parks

8/10
Very large amount of park space within a few minutes' walk

Nightlife

8/10
Wide variety of bars within a few minutes' walk

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