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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Professionally managed
  • Large bedrooms
  • Convenient location
  • Spacious living area
  • Updated bathroom
  • Cozy living room

Location

525 Franklin St, East Pittsburgh, PA 15112, USA|East Pittsburgh
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Management

KW Steel City

Leasing office

(412) 977-5289

Property Overview

525 Franklin Multi-Family offers strong value with an 8.4 expert rating, a perfect price score, and a highly rated location, suggesting a well-balanced option for renters. It also stands out for professionally managed service, large bedrooms, a spacious living area, an updated bathroom, and a cozy living room, while nearby pet supply access adds to its appeal.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.4
Very Good
With a solid 8.4 out of 10 overall, 525 Franklin Multi-Family is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 525 Franklin Multi-Family has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

2BR/1.0BA2 bed1 bath$1,000 /mo1 unit availableWelcome home to this charming 21-bedroom, 1-bathroom apartment conveniently located in East Pittsburgh. This well-maintained unit offers a spacious layout with comfortable living areas, generously sized bedrooms, and plenty of natural light throughout. The apartment features a functional kitchen with ample cabinet space, an updated bathroom, and a cozy living room perfect for relaxing or entertaining. Conveniently located near public transportation, shopping, dining, and major roadways, this property provides easy access to everything you need. Property Features: • 1 Bedrooms, 1 Bathroom • Spacious Living Area • Large Bedrooms with Closet Space • Convenient Location • Close to Shopping, Dining & Public Transportation • Professionally Managed Application Fee $45 Security Deposit is One month Rent Section 8 accepted Tenant responsible for all Utilities Gas and Electric will be in tenants name Water and Sewer is billed to tenant via their portal Don't miss your opportunity to make this apartment your next home. Contact us today to schedule a tour!

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Amenities for 525 Franklin Multi-Family

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Stove/Refrigerator

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
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Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Allowed
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About 525 Franklin Multi-Family

HomeApartments in ChalfantEast Pittsburgh 525 Franklin Multi-Family

Welcome home to this charming 21-bedroom, 1-bathroom apartment conveniently located in East Pittsburgh. This well-maintained unit offers a spacious layout with comfortable living areas, generously sized bedrooms, and plenty of natural light throughout. The apartment features a functional kitchen with ample cabinet space, an updated bathroom, and a cozy living room perfect for relaxing or entertaining. Conveniently located near public transportation, shopping, dining, and major roadways, this property provides easy access to everything you need. Property Features: • 1 Bedrooms, 1 Bathroom • Spacious Living Area • Large Bedrooms with Closet Space • Convenient Location • Close to Shopping, Dining & Public Transportation • Professionally Managed Application Fee $45 Security Deposit is One month Rent Section 8 accepted Tenant responsible for all Utilities Gas and Electric will be in tenants name Water and Sewer is billed to tenant via their portal Don't miss your opportunity to make this apartment your next home. Contact us today to schedule a tour!


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.
8.4
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.4 out of 10 overall, 525 Franklin Multi-Family is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 525 Franklin Multi-Family 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 525 Franklin Multi-Family
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.
525 Franklin Multi-Family 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, 525 Franklin Multi-Family 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.
525 Franklin Multi-Family 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 525 Franklin Multi-Family 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.

525 Franklin Multi-Family is great for:

Pet owners

  • 1 pet supply store 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 525 Franklin Multi-Family compares to other nearby properties.

Considerations

Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away
Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 2 miles away

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Rent trends in East Pittsburgh

2-bedroom apartments at 525 Franklin Multi-Family cost about the same as the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in East Pittsburgh.

Median rents as of Aug 15 2026.
East Pittsburgh
Chalfant
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Chalfant
MonthMedian Rent
August 2024$900
September 2024$900
November 2024$862
December 2024$850
February 2025$700
June 2025$775
July 2025$805
August 2025$895
September 2025$873
October 2025$806
November 2025$757
December 2025$974
January 2026$978
February 2026$928
March 2026$897
April 2026$950
May 2026$902
June 2026$920
July 2026$925
August 2026$956
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in East Pittsburgh
MonthMedian Rent
July 2025$805
August 2025$895
September 2025$873
October 2025$806
November 2025$768
December 2025$950
January 2026$978
February 2026$928
March 2026$897
April 2026$950
May 2026$902
June 2026$920
July 2026$925
August 2026$956

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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$40,000/yr

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Schools near 525 Franklin Multi-Family

Turtle Creek Elementary STEAM Academy

126 monroeville ave

turtle creek, PA, 15145

PK, K-5Public
B-

Duquesne Elementary School

300 kennedy ave

duquesne, PA, 15110

PK, K-8Public
C-

Wilkins Elementary STEAM Academy

362 churchill rd

pittsburgh, PA, 15235

PK, K-5Public
C

Hosanna House

807 wallace ave 3rd floor

pittsburgh, PA, 15221

PK, KPublic

Council of Three Rivers American Indian Center Head Start - Hazelwood Center

4900 second ave

pittsburgh, PA, 15207

PKPublic
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Getting around East Pittsburgh near 525 Franklin St

Walking

4/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

7/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Cycling

2/10
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 525 Franklin St, East Pittsburgh

Groceries

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

Shopping

3/10
Some shops within a short drive

Cafes

2/10
Some cafés within a short drive

Restaurants

4/10
Variety of restaurants within a short drive

Primary schools

3/10
At least one elementary school within a 30-minute walk

High schools

0/10
Closest high school further than a 30-minute walk

Parks

3/10
Limited amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

3/10
Some bars within a short drive

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