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Highlights
- 2 bedroom units
- Parking available
- Coin operated laundry
Location
5506 5th Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15232, USA|Squirrel Hill North
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Property Overview
5506 Fifth Avenue is rated highly overall, with strong marks for price, amenities, location, and trustworthiness, and it offers 2 bedroom units, parking, and coin-operated laundry. It stands out for work-from-home convenience, included utilities, nearby internet options, and a large photo set that helps renters preview the property.
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
High school nearby- Images Available
Great for
Work-from-home
Floor plans
| 2BR/1.0BA | 2 bed | 1 bath | $1,695 /mo | 1 unit available | 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! School Term Lease Available! Parking Available if needed for a $75 per space per month. $45 A/C Charge if Installed. Coin operated Laundry in the building. For more available properties, please visit www rockwelrealty com | ||
| 3BR/1.0BA | 3 bed | 1 bath | 800 sqft | $2,075–$2,100 /mo | 4 units available | Rent Includes all Utilities! This location is amazing - A Very Short walk to Carnegie Mellon, University of Pittsburgh and Chatham University! The building is located on convenient Port Authority bus routes and the building is a stop on the CMU Shuttle! Location also provides easy access to Oakland, Downtown, and Squirrel Hill. Just a minutes walk from Walnut Street Shops, restaurants, nightlife, and grocery stores! Parking Available if needed for a $75 per space per month. A/C Charge only if an A/C unit Installed $45 per unit/per month. Coin operated Laundry Conveniently located on the ground floor of the building. Pricing listed is for two occupants. Three occupants are permitted in some units with an extra fee. 2 Bedroom Units also available. For move available properties please visit www rockwelrealty com |
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Amenities for 5506 Fifth Avenue
Apartment Amenities
| Air Conditioning | New Bathroom Fixtures |
| Utilities Included |
Appliances
| Dishwasher | Stove, Refrigerator & Dishwasher |
Building
| Onsite Laundry |
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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Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 44 |
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About 5506 Fifth Avenue
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! School Term Lease Available! Parking Available if needed for a $75 per space per month. $45 A/C Charge 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.
8.8
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Very GoodWith a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, 5506 Fifth Avenue is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 5506 Fifth Avenue 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.
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·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.
5506 Fifth Avenue goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including onsite laundry. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 5506 Fifth Avenue 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.
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:
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 1.5 miles away
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this property
Considerations
- Greater distance from middle schools
- The nearest middle school is farther than 1.0 miles away
- Greater distance from grade schools
- The nearest elementary school is farther than 0.4 miles away
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Rent trends in Squirrel Hill North
If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at 5506 Fifth Avenue to be 7% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in Squirrel Hill North.
3-bedroom apartments at 5506 Fifth Avenue cost about 9% more than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Squirrel Hill North.
Median rents as of Oct 3 2026.
Squirrel Hill North
Pittsburgh
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| October 2024 | $1,205 |
| 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 | $1,153 |
| June 2026 | $1,151 |
| July 2026 | $1,161 |
| August 2026 | $1,196 |
| September 2026 | $1,277 |
| October 2026 | $1,327 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| February 2025 | $984 |
| March 2025 | $953 |
| February 2026 | $1,125 |
| March 2026 | $1,125 |
| May 2026 | $1,100 |
| June 2026 | $1,099 |
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Can I afford to live at 5506 5th Ave?
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Rent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$67,800/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $67,800 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,695.
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Schools near 5506 Fifth Avenue
Pittsburgh Colfax K-8
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pittsburgh, PA, 15217
K-8Public
B+
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
Pittsburgh Spring Garden Early Childhood
1501 spring garden ave
pittsburgh, PA, 15212
PKPublic
Council of Three Rivers American Indian Center Head Start - Rochelle Street Center
201 rochelle st
pittsburgh, PA, 15210
PKPublic
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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
8/10
Wide variety of groceries within a short drive, including some within walking distance
Shopping
9/10
Wide variety of shops within a few minutes' walk
Cafes
9/10
Exceptional variety of cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
9/10
Wide 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 10-minute walk
Parks
7/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
9/10
Wide variety of bars within a few minutes' walk
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