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517 Mcnair St, Pittsburgh, PA 15221, USA|Wilkinsburg
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Property Overview
517 McNair Street earns a strong overall rating with standout marks for price, amenities, and location, suggesting a well-balanced option with strong value and convenience. It also stands out for its top-tier value per square foot and proximity to a highly rated elementary school, adding to its appeal as a thoughtfully positioned property.
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.
Things you’ll love
More space- Elementary school nearby
Floor plans
| 517 McNair Street - 1R | 1 bed | 1 bath | 1,000 sqft | $1,200 /mo | Beautiful first floor apartment located on a dead end street directly next to Kelly Elementary School in Wilkinsburg. Beautiful hardwood flooring. The cost of heating is covered by the landlord! Coin operated laundry shared in the basement. Kitchen comes equipped with refrigerator and gas stove. $1200/month - plus electric and cooking gas HEAT/WATER/TRASH INCLUDED IN RENT! Available now! |
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Amenities for 517 McNair Street
Building
| Cats OK | Dogs OK |
Grounds
| Storage |
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
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One-time.
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Security Deposit
One-time.
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OPTIONAL FEES
Dog Policy
Allowed
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Cat Policy
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Cat
Pet Terms
1 cat max.
Dog
Pet Terms
1 dog max.
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Building details
Property details
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About 517 McNair Street
Beautiful first floor apartment located on a dead end street directly next to Kelly Elementary School in Wilkinsburg. Beautiful hardwood flooring. The cost of heating is covered by the landlord! Coin operated laundry shared in the basement. Kitchen comes equipped with refrigerator and gas stove. $1200/month - plus electric and cooking gas HEAT/WATER/TRASH INCLUDED IN RENT! 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.
8.0
/10
Very GoodWith a solid 8 out of 10 overall, 517 McNair Street is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 517 McNair Street has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
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.
517 McNair Street 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·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, 517 McNair 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.
517 McNair 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 517 McNair 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.
517 McNair 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 517 McNair Street compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- More space
- The 1-bedroom is 455 sqft larger than other listings nearby
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 0.2 mile away
Considerations
- Greater distance from high schools
- The nearest high school is farther than 2 miles away
- Lacks images
- Fewer than 10 photos available for this location
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Rent trends in Wilkinsburg
1-bedroom apartments at 517 McNair Street cost about 29% more than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Wilkinsburg.
Median rents as of Aug 22 2026.
Wilkinsburg
Wilkinsburg
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| September 2024 | $941 |
| October 2024 | $905 |
| November 2024 | $941 |
| December 2024 | $944 |
| January 2025 | $953 |
| February 2025 | $921 |
| March 2025 | $948 |
| April 2025 | $1,000 |
| May 2025 | $1,014 |
| June 2025 | $991 |
| July 2025 | $975 |
| August 2025 | $954 |
| September 2025 | $912 |
| October 2025 | $947 |
| November 2025 | $931 |
| December 2025 | $900 |
| January 2026 | $950 |
| February 2026 | $973 |
| March 2026 | $987 |
| April 2026 | $980 |
| May 2026 | $964 |
| June 2026 | $915 |
| July 2026 | $894 |
| August 2026 | $900 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| September 2024 | $941 |
| October 2024 | $905 |
| November 2024 | $941 |
| December 2024 | $944 |
| January 2025 | $953 |
| February 2025 | $921 |
| March 2025 | $948 |
| April 2025 | $1,000 |
| May 2025 | $1,014 |
| June 2025 | $991 |
| July 2025 | $975 |
| August 2025 | $954 |
| September 2025 | $912 |
| October 2025 | $947 |
| November 2025 | $931 |
| December 2025 | $900 |
| January 2026 | $950 |
| February 2026 | $973 |
| March 2026 | $987 |
| April 2026 | $980 |
| May 2026 | $964 |
| June 2026 | $915 |
| July 2026 | $894 |
| August 2026 | $900 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 517 Mcnair St?
Bedrooms
1 bedroomRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$48,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $48,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,200.
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Schools near 517 McNair Street
Kelly Primary
400 kelly ave
wilkinsburg, PA, 15221
PK, K-2Public
C+
Hosanna House
807 wallace ave 3rd floor
pittsburgh, PA, 15221
PK, KPublic
Turner Intermediate School
1833 laketon rd
wilkinsburg, PA, 15221
3-6Public
C
Council of Three Rivers American Indian Center Head Start - Hazelwood Center
4900 second ave
pittsburgh, PA, 15207
PKPublic
Turtle Creek Elementary STEAM Academy
126 monroeville ave
turtle creek, PA, 15145
PK, K-5Public
B-
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Neighborhood
Wilkinsburg | Wilkinsburg, PA
Getting around Pittsburgh near 517 Mcnair St
Walking
6/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.
Driving
6/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.
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 517 Mcnair St, Pittsburgh
Groceries
8/10
Wide variety of groceries within a few minutes' walk
Shopping
7/10
Wide variety of shops within a short drive, including some within walking distance
Cafes
5/10
Variety of cafés within a short drive
Restaurants
7/10
Wide variety of restaurants within a short drive, including some 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
9/10
Very large amount of park space within a few minutes' walk
Nightlife
7/10
Wide variety of bars within a short drive, including some within walking distance
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