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Highlights

  • Parking lot
  • Free parking
  • Walk-in closet
  • Inside bike storage
  • Large storage lockers
  • Added storage

Location

6235 5th Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15232, USA|Squirrel Hill North
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Management

E&J Management

Leasing office

(412) 888-7585

Property Overview

Fifth and Shady stands out as a well-rated property overall, with strong marks for amenities, location, quality, and trustworthiness, plus practical features like free parking, bike storage, and added storage. It also offers convenient access to transit, dining, parks, and fitness options, while its value-for-money and value-per-square-foot scores suggest a solid balance of cost and features.

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

8.8
Very Good
With a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, Fifth and Shady is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Fifth and Shady has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Less expensive
  • Middle school nearby
  • More space

Great for

  • Social life
  • Wellness
  • Eco living

Floor plans

2BR/1.0BA2 bed1 bath900 sqft$1,275 /mo1 unit availableLease can start August 1st, August 15th or September 1st! It is a perfect Shadyside location, close to CMU, all buses (bus/shuttle stops in front of building) and is within walking distance to Walnut Street or S. Highland Avenue (shopping in Shadyside), Bakery Square, Google, as well as Forbes Avenue (shopping in Squirrel Hill). It is a great building, nice and quiet, mostly working professionals, graduate/doctoral/med school/law school students, and you can’t beat the location! This apartment has an L-shaped living room / dining room combination, with cream tile in the dining room and beige carpeting in the living room. The kitchen is service-only, but features a lot of cabinets and a pantry for added storage. This apartment also contains a large master bedroom with a walk-in closet. There is a smaller second bedroom, which most single people use as an office or den. The second bedroom is smaller but does fit a double bed, night stand and chest or set of drawers. FREE parking in the parking lot! Garages also available for an extra fee! FREE large storage lockers in basement! Inside bike storage! 1.4 MILES TO CARNEGIE MELLON UNIVERSITY 2.3 MILES TO UNIVERSITY OF PITTSBURGH 0.5 MILES TO WHOLE FOODS GROCERY STORE 0.6 MILES TO TRADER JOES GROCERY STORE 1.4 MILES TO UPMC 1.3 MILES TO APPLE STORE/SHADYSIDE BUSINESS DISTRICT 0.5 MILES TO GIANT EAGLE (GROCERY STORE) 0.8 MILES TO STARBUCKS COFFEE SHOP/ COFFEE TREE ROASTERS COFFEE SHOP 0.3 MILES TO RESTAURANTS/BARS/CLOTHING RETAILERS 0.9 MILES TO BAKERY SQUARE SHOPPING/GOOGLE HEADQUARTERS 0.5 MILES TO CASBAH/ NOODLEHEAD/SHOPPING ON S. HIGHLAND AVE The CMU and PITT shuttles stop in front of the building!! The City of Pittsburgh buses run every 10 minutes straight down Fifth Avenue!

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Amenities for Fifth and Shady

Apartment Amenities

Air ConditioningCarpet
Light & BrightNo Dogs
Unfurnished

Appliances

MicrowaveRange
RefrigeratorStove

Building

Coin Op Laundry in BasementOnsite Laundry

Grounds

Garage ParkingGarages Available
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Applicants

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Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Parking Policy

Garage Parking

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About Fifth and Shady

HomeApartments in PittsburghSquirrel Hill North Fifth and Shady

Lease can start August 1st, August 15th or September 1st! It is a perfect Shadyside location, close to CMU, all buses (bus/shuttle stops in front of building) and is within walking distance to Walnut Street or S. Highland Avenue (shopping in Shadyside), Bakery Square, Google, as well as Forbes Avenue (shopping in Squirrel Hill). It is a great building, nice and quiet, mostly working professionals, graduate/doctoral/med school/law school students, and you can’t beat the location! This apartment has an L-shaped living room / dining room combination, with cream tile in the dining room and beige carpeting in the living room. The kitchen is service-only, but features a lot of cabinets and a pantry for added storage. This apartment also contains a large master bedroom with a walk-in closet. There is a smaller second bedroom, which most single people use as an office or den. The second bedroom is smaller but does fit a double bed, night stand and chest or set of drawers. FREE parking in the parking lot! Garages also available for an extra fee! FREE large storage lockers in basement! Inside bike storage! 1.4 MILES TO CARNEGIE MELLON UNIVERSITY 2.3 MILES TO UNIVERSITY OF PITTSBURGH 0.5 MILES TO WHOLE FOODS GROCERY STORE 0.6 MILES TO TRADER JOES GROCERY STORE 1.4 MILES TO UPMC 1.3 MILES TO APPLE STORE/SHADYSIDE BUSINESS DISTRICT 0.5 MILES TO GIANT EAGLE (GROCERY STORE) 0.8 MILES TO STARBUCKS COFFEE SHOP/ COFFEE TREE ROASTERS COFFEE SHOP 0.3 MILES TO RESTAURANTS/BARS/CLOTHING RETAILERS 0.9 MILES TO BAKERY SQUARE SHOPPING/GOOGLE HEADQUARTERS 0.5 MILES TO CASBAH/ NOODLEHEAD/SHOPPING ON S. HIGHLAND AVE The CMU and PITT shuttles stop in front of the building!! The City of Pittsburgh buses run every 10 minutes straight down Fifth Avenue!


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
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, Fifth and Shady is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Fifth and Shady has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated Fifth and Shady
Price·8A 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.
Scoring a 8/10, Fifth and Shady is a great option for renters looking for apartments in Squirrel Hill North. The rent is significantly lower than the median rent for the area, therefore this property is competitively priced for its location and its features. Residents here will find a home that meets their needs with few trade-offs.
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.
Fifth and Shady 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.
Fifth and Shady 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·9A 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.
Fifth and Shady has a few standout characteristics that set it apart from similar properties nearby. Having both verified status and features that cater to discerning renters, this is a great option for renters looking for a specific and exceptional lifestyle.
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.

Fifth and Shady is great for:

Social life

  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • 163 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • 298 mixed-use spaces nearby
  • The area has transit options

Wellness

  • Ample windows and natural lighting
  • HVAC systems available onsite
  • 57 gyms or yoga centers nearby
  • On-site fitness or wellness programs

Eco living

  • You can get around by foot in this area
  • Public transit available nearby
  • On-site recycling or composting options
  • 20 parks within a 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 Fifth and Shady compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 1 mile away
More space
The 2-bedroom is 170 sqft larger than other listings nearby
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Considerations

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

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Rent trends in Squirrel Hill North

2-bedroom apartments at Fifth and Shady cost about 29% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Squirrel Hill North.

Median rents as of Jul 25 2026.
Squirrel Hill North
Pittsburgh
A table of studio rental data trends in Pittsburgh
MonthMedian Rent
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$1,153
June 2026$1,151
July 2026$1,161
A table of studio rental data trends in Squirrel Hill North
MonthMedian 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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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$51,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $51,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,275.
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Schools near Fifth and Shady

Pittsburgh Colfax K-8

2332 beechwood blvd

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 6235 5th Ave

Walking

8/10
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

8/10
Helmets on–you can get anywhere in this cyclist-friendly, well-connected area.

Transit

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

Points of interest for 6235 5th Ave, Pittsburgh

Groceries

8/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

7/10
Variety of shops within walking distance

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

7/10
Variety of restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

10/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk

High schools

10/10
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 walking distance

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