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626 California Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15202, USA|Avalon - Bellevue - Ben Avon
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Property Overview
626 California Ave earns a strong Zumper expert rating, reflecting its overall quality and value in its market. The property offers appealing advantages such as its desirable location, worthwhile amenities, and overall livability, making it a solid option for a range of renters with different priorities.
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
Elementary school nearby- High school nearby
Floor plans
| 626 California Ave - 2B | 2 bed | 1 bath | 850 sqft | $975 /mo | Located in the heart of Avalon, this second-floor apartment puts you steps away from the best local dining and neighborhood staples that California Avenue has to offer. Everything is within walking distance right outside your door. The apartment features 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, spacious kitchen and coin operated shared laundry on the first floor. Cats and small dogs allowed, fees apply. Tenant pays electric and $75 flat fee for sewage, water, and trash monthly. |
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Amenities for 626 California Ave
Building
| Cats OK | Dogs OK |
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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OPTIONAL FEES
Dog Policy
Allowed
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Cat Policy
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Pet Terms
1 cat max.
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Pet Terms
1 dog max.
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Building details
Property details
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About 626 California Ave
Located in the heart of Avalon, this second-floor apartment puts you steps away from the best local dining and neighborhood staples that California Avenue has to offer. Everything is within walking distance right outside your door. The apartment features 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, spacious kitchen and coin operated shared laundry on the first floor. Cats and small dogs allowed, fees apply. Tenant pays electric and $75 flat fee for sewage, water, and trash monthly.
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.
8.3
/10
Very GoodWith a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, 626 California Ave is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 626 California Ave 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·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.
626 California Ave 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·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, 626 California Ave 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.
626 California Ave 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 626 California Ave 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.
626 California Ave 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 626 California Ave compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 0.1 mile away
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 1 mile away
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Rent trends in Avalon - Bellevue - Ben Avon
2-bedroom apartments at 626 California Ave cost about 19% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Avalon - Bellevue - Ben Avon.
Median rents as of Apr 25 2026.
Avalon - Bellevue - Ben Avon
Bellevue
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| May 2024 | $710 |
| June 2024 | $805 |
| July 2024 | $820 |
| August 2024 | $823 |
| September 2024 | $820 |
| October 2024 | $801 |
| November 2024 | $806 |
| December 2024 | $805 |
| January 2025 | $800 |
| February 2025 | $799 |
| March 2025 | $803 |
| April 2025 | $790 |
| May 2025 | $794 |
| June 2025 | $765 |
| July 2025 | $788 |
| August 2025 | $800 |
| September 2025 | $804 |
| October 2025 | $810 |
| November 2025 | $810 |
| December 2025 | $809 |
| January 2026 | $784 |
| February 2026 | $792 |
| March 2026 | $808 |
| April 2026 | $793 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| May 2024 | $710 |
| June 2024 | $805 |
| July 2024 | $820 |
| August 2024 | $823 |
| September 2024 | $820 |
| October 2024 | $801 |
| November 2024 | $806 |
| December 2024 | $805 |
| January 2025 | $800 |
| February 2025 | $799 |
| March 2025 | $803 |
| April 2025 | $790 |
| May 2025 | $794 |
| June 2025 | $765 |
| July 2025 | $788 |
| August 2025 | $800 |
| September 2025 | $804 |
| October 2025 | $810 |
| November 2025 | $810 |
| January 2026 | $781 |
| February 2026 | $791 |
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Can I afford to live at 626 California Ave?
Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-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 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $975.
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Schools near 626 California Ave
Avalon Elementary School
721 california ave
pittsburgh, PA, 15202
K-6Public
B-
Sto-Rox Upper Elementary School
298 ewing rd
mckees rocks, PA, 15136
4-6Public
C-
Montour Elementary School
221 clever rd
mckees rocks, PA, 15136
K-4Public
A
Council of Three Rivers American Indian Center Head Start - Rochelle Street Center
201 rochelle st
pittsburgh, PA, 15210
PKPublic
Council of Three Rivers American Indian Center Head Start - Hazelwood Center
4900 second ave
pittsburgh, PA, 15207
PKPublic
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Neighborhood
Avalon - Bellevue - Ben Avon | Bellevue, PA
Getting around Pittsburgh near 626 California Ave
Walking
6/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.
Driving
8/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.
Cycling
4/10
This is semi-bikeable, but you’ll need another way of getting around.
Transit
3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.
Points of interest for 626 California Ave, Pittsburgh
Groceries
7/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk
Shopping
3/10
Some shops within walking distance
Cafes
5/10
Some cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
5/10
Some restaurants within walking distance
Primary schools
10/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk
High schools
4/10
No high schools within a 30-minute walk
Parks
5/10
Limited amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
4/10
Few or no bars within walking distance
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American Made Liner Systems
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Tas Sportswear
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Broadway Couture LLC
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Starbucks
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Dunkin'
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Beanthru LLC
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Brighton Heights Java N Cream House
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California Coffee Bar
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Carline Cafe
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565 Live
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Jabby Joe's
1562 Island Ave
Cafe Notte
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Shooters
1175 Island Ave
Lincoln Bakery
543 Lincoln Ave
North Side Cheese Co
820 Camp Horne Rd
Pisko Peruvian Gourmet
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Tom Friday's Market
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Jenny Lee Bakery
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Avon Park
Bayne Park
Bellevue Memorial Park
Avonworth Community Park
Marmaduke Park
Mia Madre Trattoria
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Pizza Pronto
518 California Ave
Gagags Goodies
Carline Cafe
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Og BSB-Avalon
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