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Highlights

  • Hardwood floors
  • Elevator
  • On-site parking
  • Convenient location
  • Laundry room
  • Off street parking

Location

5424 Fifth Avenue, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15232, United States|Squirrel Hill North
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Management

Sterling Land Company

Leasing office

(412) 682-5000

Property Overview

5424 Fifth Ave is highly rated with a Zumper expert rating of 9.1, reflecting excellent pricing and value in relation to its competitive amenities, which include hardwood floors, an elevator, and on-site parking. The location scores impressively, providing convenient access to transport and local attractions. Additionally, the property demonstrates pet-friendliness, supported by nearby grooming services, hospitals, and supply stores, making it appealing for pet owners.

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

9.1
Excellent
5424 Fifth Ave 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 Amenities and Price, which help to make this rental a great place to call home.

Things you’ll love

  • High school nearby
  • More space
  • Elevator

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

0BR/1.0BAStudio1 bath504 sqft$1,200 /mo1 unit availableAn ideal location for working professionals and graduate students, 5424 Fifth Avenue, is a clean, updated mid-century modern building situated at Fifth Avenue & South Aiken. This location is conveniently close to Shadyside’s best, including restaurants, shopping, bars, and easy access to Oakland hospitals and universities. Off street parking is available for residents of the building. Enjoy being situated right in front of major bus lines and being a quick walk away from school or work. This studio apartment features beautiful hardwood floors and plenty of room for storage. All units have a flat utility rate of $200.00/month for the first tenant plus an additional $115.00/month for each tenant in addition to the unit. Other amenities include on-site parking for an additional fee, laundry room, elevator, and the following utilities are included in the flat utility fee listed above: water electric gas refuse removal/trash Tenant is financially responsible for wifi/cable and all Sterling Land buildings are setup for Comcast Xfinity.

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Amenities for 5424 Fifth Ave

Apartment Amenities

Air ConditioningElectricity
GasNorth Facing
Utilities Included

Appliances

Gas Stove/OvenOven
RangeRefrigerator

Building

Bike StorageCats OK
ElevatorLaundry Facilities Onsite
Onsite LaundrySewage

Grounds

Storage

Services

Water Trash

Other

Parking Options AvailableSmoke Alarm/CO2 Detector
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
Limit1

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Building details

Property details

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About 5424 Fifth Ave

HomeApartments in PittsburghSquirrel Hill North 5424 Fifth Ave

An ideal location for working professionals and graduate students, 5424 Fifth Avenue, is a clean, updated mid-century modern building situated at Fifth Avenue & South Aiken. This location is conveniently close to Shadyside’s best, including restaurants, shopping, bars, and easy access to Oakland hospitals and universities. Off street parking is available for residents of the building. Enjoy being situated right in front of major bus lines and being a quick walk away from school or work.


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.
9.1
/10
Excellent
5424 Fifth Ave 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 Amenities and Price, which help to make this rental a great place to call home.
How we rated 5424 Fifth Ave
Price·9A 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.
5424 Fifth Ave stands out with a remarkable rating of 9/10 for its cost per bedroom compared to other rentals in the area. Considering the excellent balance between price, convenience, and comfort that it provides, residents enjoy a high-quality living experience.
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.
5424 Fifth Ave 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—cats allowed—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.
5424 Fifth Ave 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.
5424 Fifth Ave 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.

5424 Fifth Ave is great for:

Pet owners

  • 4 pet grooming services nearby
  • 5 pet hospitals in the area
  • 5 pet supply stores near the property

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 5424 Fifth Ave compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

High school nearby
There is a high school 1 mile away
More space
Studio is 104 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Elevator
Improved accessibility features

Considerations

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

studio apartments at 5424 Fifth Ave cost about 26% more than the average rent price for studio apartments in Squirrel Hill North.

Median rents as of Dec 20 2025.
Squirrel Hill North
Pittsburgh
A table of studio rental data trends in Pittsburgh
MonthMedian Rent
January 2024$1,102
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$1,189
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

Studio

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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$48,000/yr

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Schools near 5424 Fifth Ave

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 5424 Fifth Avenue

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 5424 Fifth Avenue, Pittsburgh

Groceries

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

Shopping

8/10
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 10-minute walk

Parks

7/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

5/10
Some bars within a few minutes’ walk

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