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Highlights

  • New appliances
  • Modern bathroom
  • Updated kitchen
  • Newly renovated
  • Modern white subway tile
  • Updated kitchen appliances

Location

5506 5th Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15232, USA|Squirrel Hill North
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Management

Rockwel Realty

Leasing office

(412) 362-3333

Property Overview

5506 Fifth Avenue scores impressively across various metrics, earning a Zumper Expert Rating of 9 out of 10, indicating it is an excellent rental choice. The property is competitively priced, rated 10 out of 10 for affordability, and features modern amenities, including updated kitchen appliances and a renovated bathroom. Its location is rated 9 out of 10, providing convenient access to essential services and recreational spots, further appealing to those who work from home thanks to included utilities and nearby coworking options.

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.

Zumper Expert Rating

9.0
Excellent
5506 Fifth Avenue is an excellent find, offering residents a superior living experience with a wide range of desirable features. Residents will particularly enjoy knowing that this property rated highest in Price and Amenities, which help to make this rental a great place to call home.

Things you’ll love

  • High school nearby
  • Images Available

Great for

  • Work-from-home

Floor plans

3BR/1.0BA3 bed1 bath$1,675–$2,100 /mo3 units availablePerfect for Roommates--All Utilities Included! Amazing Location for this 3 Bedroom Apartment- Rent Includes all Utilities! This location is amazing- Short walk to both CMU and Pitt, located on convenient Port Authority bus routes, easy access to Oakland, Downtown, and Squirrel Hill. Minutes walk from Walnut Street Shops, restaurants, nightlife, and grocery stores! Unit pictured is newly renovated with new flooring throughout , updated kitchen with new appliances ,including stainless steel dishwasher and new bathroom featuring modern white subway tile and fixtures. Parking Available if needed for a $75 per space per month. Coin operated Laundry in the building. $45 A/C Charge if Installed. Price listed is for (2) occupants For more available properties, please visit www rockwelrealty com
3BR/2.0BA3 bed2 bath$2,250 /mo1 unit availableAmazing Location for this 3 bedroom- Rent Includes all Utilities! Ground floor unit with ceramic tile! This location is amazing- walk out the door and step onto the City Bus, CMU Shuttle or walk to Walnut Street in minutes! Parking Available if needed for a $75 per space per month. A/C Charge only if Installed. Coin operated Laundry in the Building. For more available properties please visit www rockwelrealty com

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Amenities for 5506 Fifth Avenue

Apartment Amenities

Air ConditioningNew Bathroom Fixtures
Utilities Included

Appliances

DishwasherStove, Refrigerator & Dishwasher

Building

Onsite Laundry

Neighborhood

Great Location
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One-time. Refundable.

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HomeApartments in PittsburghSquirrel Hill North 5506 Fifth Avenue

Amazing Location for this 3 bedroom- Rent Includes all Utilities! Ground floor unit with ceramic tile! This location is amazing- walk out the door and step onto the City Bus, CMU Shuttle or walk to Walnut Street in minutes! Parking Available if needed for a $75 per space per month. A/C Charge only if Installed. Coin operated Laundry in the Building. For more available properties please visit www rockwelrealty 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.
9.0
/10
Excellent
5506 Fifth Avenue is an excellent find, offering residents a superior living experience with a wide range of desirable features. Residents will particularly enjoy knowing that this property rated highest in Price and Amenities, which help to make this rental a great place to call home.
How we rated 5506 Fifth Avenue
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.
5506 Fifth Avenue 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·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.
5506 Fifth Avenue 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, 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.
5506 Fifth Avenue 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·7A 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 it may not have as many distinctive features as similar properties in the surrounding area, renters can trust 5506 Fifth Avenue to provide reasonable accomodations and accurate details about its community.
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.

5506 Fifth Avenue is great for:

Work-from-home

  • High speed internet is an amenity
  • Utilities included in the rent
  • 3 internet service provider options nearby
  • 2 coworking spaces or cafes within 1 mile

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 5506 Fifth Avenue compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

High school nearby
There is a high school 1 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 1 mile away
Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 0.4 mile away

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Rent trends in Squirrel Hill North

3-bedroom apartments at 5506 Fifth Avenue cost about 17% less than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Squirrel Hill North.

Median rents as of Feb 7 2026.
Squirrel Hill North
Pittsburgh
A table of studio rental data trends in Pittsburgh
MonthMedian Rent
February 2024$1,124
March 2024$1,094
April 2024$1,136
May 2024$1,089
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$1,160
A table of studio rental data trends in Squirrel Hill North
MonthMedian Rent
March 2024$1,078
April 2024$1,102
May 2024$1,145
February 2025$984
March 2025$953

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Bedrooms

3 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$78,500/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $78,500 annually to afford this 3-bedrooms median monthly rent price of $1,962.
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Schools near 5506 Fifth Avenue

Pittsburgh Colfax K-8

2332 beechwood blvd

pittsburgh, PA, 15217

K-8Public
B+

Pittsburgh Spring Garden Early Childhood

1501 spring garden ave

pittsburgh, PA, 15212

PKPublic

Pittsburgh Conroy

1398 page st

pittsburgh, PA, 15233

K-12Public

Pittsburgh Oliver Citywide Academy

2323 brighton rd

pittsburgh, PA, 15212

3-12Public

Pittsburgh Pioneer

775 dunster st

pittsburgh, PA, 15226

K-12Public
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Getting around Pittsburgh near 5506 5th Ave

Walking

9/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.

Driving

7/10
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

7/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.

Points of interest for 5506 5th Ave, Pittsburgh

Groceries

7/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

7/10
Variety of shops within walking distance

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

7/10
Variety of restaurants within walking distance

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 10-minute walk

Parks

7/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

5/10
Some bars within walking distance

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