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Highlights
- On-site laundry
- French doors
- Updated kitchen
- Updated bath
- Large sun room
Location
5836 Alderson St, Pittsburgh, PA 15217, USA|Squirrel Hill South
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Property Overview
5836 Alderson delivers strong overall value with an 8.5/10 expert rating, highlighted by a perfect 10/10 price score that reflects excellent value for its features. With 9/10 ratings for both amenities and location, residents can expect an elevated standard of living and convenient access to key destinations, while the 7/10 trustworthiness rating suggests a clear, detailed listing. Notable features such as french doors, an updated kitchen and bath, on-site laundry, and a large sun room further enhance daily comfort.
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.
Things you’ll love
More space- Elementary school nearby
- High school nearby
Great for
Pet owners
Floor plans
| 5836 Alderson - 4 | 2 bed | 1 bath | 1,200 sqft | $1,550 /mo | Large 2 bedroom apartment features a sun room with French doors plus a big office space. Utilities: Gas and Water 1 flat fee $100 per month. Electricity is paid by tenant. An updated kitchen & bath, on-site laundry. Schedule a tour today! |
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About 5836 Alderson
Large 2 bedroom apartment features a sun room with French doors plus a big office space. Utilities: Gas and Water 1 flat fee $100 per month. Electricity is paid by tenant. An updated kitchen & bath, on-site laundry. Schedule a tour today!
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 GoodWith a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, 5836 Alderson is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 5836 Alderson 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.
5836 Alderson 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.
5836 Alderson goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including building or unit level amenities. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 5836 Alderson 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.
5836 Alderson 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 5836 Alderson 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.
5836 Alderson 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.
5836 Alderson is great 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 5836 Alderson compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- More space
- The 2-bedroom is 355 sqft larger than other listings nearby
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 0.3 mile away
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 0.2 mile away
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
Considerations
- Greater distance from middle schools
- The nearest middle school is farther than 2 miles away
- No in-unit dishwasher
- Dishwashers aren't available
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Rent trends in Squirrel Hill South
2-bedroom apartments at 5836 Alderson cost about 5% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Squirrel Hill South.
Median rents as of May 9 2026.
Squirrel Hill South
Pittsburgh
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| May 2024 | $1,069 |
| 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 |
| May 2026 | $1,159 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| May 2024 | $958 |
| June 2024 | $974 |
| July 2024 | $982 |
| August 2024 | $952 |
| 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 |
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Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Schools near 5836 Alderson
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 Pittsburgh near 5836 Alderson St
Walking
6/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.
Driving
7/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.
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 5836 Alderson St, Pittsburgh
Groceries
9/10
At least one supermarket within a 5-minute walk
Shopping
6/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk
Cafes
6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
7/10
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
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
4/10
Some bars within a few minutes’ walk
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