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5542 Jackson St, Pittsburgh, PA 15206, USA|Highland Park
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Property Overview
Highland Park achieves an impressive Zumper expert rating of 8.5 out of 10, reflecting its overall quality and appeal. With a strong price rating of 8 and an exceptional amenities rating of 10, it offers renters excellent value and a high standard of living. Additionally, its location rating of 9 suggests significant convenience to essential services and points of interest, while being recognized as great for work from home with ample internet options and natural lighting further enhances its appeal.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Things you’ll love” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
Eco-friendly trash disposal
Great for
Work-from-home
Pet owners
Floor plans
| 1BR/1.0BA | 1 bed | 1 bath | $995 /mo | 1 unit available | Our Highland Park apartments for rent in Pittsburgh are just down the road from Route 28 as well as along Pittsburgh’s main bus lines making it easy to get to many hospitals (UMPC, West Penn), colleges and universities (ie; Carnegie Mellon University [CMU], Duquesne University, Pittsburgh University, Carlow University, Chatham University and many others) and various grocery stores and shopping areas. Highland Park is a quaint neighborhood located directly past the Pittsburgh Zoo. This area is known for its traditional Victorian style mansions (which house many of our apartments), serene parks (Highland Park), local delis, grocery stores, ethnic restaurants, stylish boutiques and up and coming business district. |
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Amenities for Highland Park
Apartment Amenities
| 2nd Floor | Air Conditioning |
| Gas Included | Hardwood Floor |
| Hardwood, Laminate & Vinyl | Heat Included |
| Hot Water Included | New Windows |
| Tenant Pays Electricity | Unfurnished |
Appliances
| Fridge/Freezer | Oven |
| Oven/Stove | Range |
Tech
| High Speed Internet & Cable Ready |
Building
| Cats OK | Onsite Laundry |
Grounds
| On Street Parking |
Services
| On-Site Maintenance | Trash Pickup Included |
| Water and Sewage Included |
Neighborhood
| Public Transportation |
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
Applicants
Applicants
One-time.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Dog Policy
Not allowed
Cat Policy
Allowed
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 9 |
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About Highland Park
For over the past 30 years we at JJ Land have been committed to providing high quality apartments for rent in Pittsburgh and its surrounding areas. Our Pittsburgh apartment rentals include studio, 1, 2, 3 and 4 bedroom apartments as well as townhouses and single family homes. We pride ourselves on outstanding living, complemented with superior and friendly assistance. We look forward to finding you a place you can comfortably call home.
Highland Park 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 Highland Park compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Eco-friendly trash disposal
- This property has recycling pickup
Considerations
- Lacks images
- Fewer than 5 photos available for this property
- No in-unit dishwasher
- Dishwashers aren't available
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Rent trends in Highland Park
1-bedroom apartments at Highland Park cost about 23% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Highland Park.
Median rents as of Oct 17 2026.
Highland Park
Pittsburgh
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| 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 | $1,323 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2024 | $980 |
| December 2024 | $983 |
| January 2025 | $989 |
| February 2025 | $960 |
| March 2025 | $920 |
| April 2025 | $837 |
| May 2025 | $799 |
| June 2025 | $812 |
| July 2025 | $818 |
| February 2026 | $1,100 |
| March 2026 | $1,092 |
| April 2026 | $1,090 |
| May 2026 | $1,098 |
| June 2026 | $1,097 |
| July 2026 | $999 |
| October 2026 | $1,066 |
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Can I afford to live at 5542 Jackson St?
Bedrooms
1 bedroomRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$39,800/yr
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Schools near Highland Park
Pittsburgh Sunnyside K-8
4801 stanton ave
pittsburgh, PA, 15201
PK, K-8Public
B-
Pittsburgh Spring Garden Early Childhood
1501 spring garden ave
pittsburgh, PA, 15212
PKPublic
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 Oliver Citywide Academy
2323 brighton rd
pittsburgh, PA, 15212
3-12Public
Neighborhood
Highland Park | Pittsburgh, PA
Getting around Pittsburgh near 5542 Jackson St
Walking
7/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.
Driving
5/10
This area is accessible to thoroughfares and has ample parking options.
Cycling
6/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.
Transit
5/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.
Points of interest for 5542 Jackson St, Pittsburgh
Groceries
7/10
At least one supermarket within a 15-minute walk
Shopping
6/10
Several shops within walking distance
Cafes
6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
6/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk
Primary schools
9/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk
High schools
7/10
At least one high school within a 15-minute walk
Parks
8/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
4/10
Some bars within walking distance
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