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168 N Balph Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15202, USA|Avalon - Bellevue - Ben Avon
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Property Overview
Balph House receives high praise with an expert rating of 8.6 out of 10, indicating strong appeal to renters. Offering an exceptional price and value balance, it excels with amenities and location ratings of 9 out of 10, providing convenient access to various local attractions and services. Additionally, its trustworthiness score of 8 out of 10 reflects transparency, while the property's proximity to education options and pet-friendly features further enhance its desirability.
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
Less expensive- High school nearby
- Middle school nearby
Great for
Pet owners
Floor plans
| 1BR/1.0BA | 1 bed | 1 bath | $745 /mo | 1 unit available | Affordable and conveniently located studio apartment, walking distance from the Bellevue business district! This unit features a separate kitchen and dining area, as well as ample closet space. The bedroom/living area has enough room for bed and couch. The bathroom is spacious and contains a stand up shower and separate soaking tub! Electric goes into to the tenant's name and water/sewage/trash is billed to you monthly by the landlord in a flat fee. |
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Amenities for Balph House: 4 unit with one apartment on each floor
Apartment Amenities
| Stand Up Shower | Top Floor |
Appliances
| Range | Refrigerator |
| Stove |
Building
| Cats OK | Dogs OK |
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
Dog Policy
Allowed
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Cat Policy
Allowed
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 4 |
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Apartments in BellevueAvalon - Bellevue - Ben Avon Balph House: 4 unit with one apartment on each floor
Apartments in BellevueAvalon - Bellevue - Ben Avon Balph House: 4 unit with one apartment on each floorAffordable and conveniently located studio apartment, walking distance from the Bellevue business district! This unit features a separate kitchen and dining area, as well as ample closet space. The bedroom/living area has enough room for bed and couch. The bathroom is spacious and contains a stand up shower and separate soaking tub! Electric goes into to the tenant's name and water/sewage/trash is billed to you monthly by the landlord in a flat fee.
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.
8.6
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Very GoodWith a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, Balph House: 4 unit with one apartment on each floor is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Balph House: 4 unit with one apartment on each floor 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.
Balph House: 4 unit with one apartment on each floor 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.
Balph House: 4 unit with one apartment on each floor goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including pets allowed. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, Balph House: 4 unit with one apartment on each floor 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.
Balph House: 4 unit with one apartment on each floor 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·6A 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 Balph House: 4 unit with one apartment on each floor does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
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.
Balph House: 4 unit with one apartment on each floor 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 Balph House: 4 unit with one apartment on each floor compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Less expensive
- The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 1 mile away
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 2 miles away
Considerations
- Lacks images
- Fewer than 10 photos available for this location
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Rent trends in Avalon - Bellevue - Ben Avon
1-bedroom apartments at Balph House: 4 unit with one apartment on each floor cost about 17% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Avalon - Bellevue - Ben Avon.
Median rents as of Oct 18 2025.
Avalon - Bellevue - Ben Avon
Bellevue
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2023 | $702 |
| December 2023 | $693 |
| January 2024 | $699 |
| February 2024 | $700 |
| March 2024 | $573 |
| April 2024 | $718 |
| May 2024 | $710 |
| June 2024 | $805 |
| July 2024 | $820 |
| August 2024 | $823 |
| September 2024 | $820 |
| October 2024 | $801 |
| November 2024 | $806 |
| December 2024 | $805 |
| January 2025 | $800 |
| February 2025 | $799 |
| March 2025 | $803 |
| April 2025 | $790 |
| May 2025 | $794 |
| June 2025 | $765 |
| July 2025 | $788 |
| August 2025 | $800 |
| September 2025 | $804 |
| October 2025 | $807 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2023 | $702 |
| December 2023 | $693 |
| January 2024 | $699 |
| February 2024 | $700 |
| March 2024 | $700 |
| April 2024 | $718 |
| May 2024 | $710 |
| June 2024 | $805 |
| July 2024 | $820 |
| August 2024 | $823 |
| September 2024 | $820 |
| October 2024 | $801 |
| November 2024 | $806 |
| December 2024 | $805 |
| January 2025 | $800 |
| February 2025 | $799 |
| March 2025 | $803 |
| April 2025 | $790 |
| May 2025 | $794 |
| June 2025 | $765 |
| July 2025 | $788 |
| August 2025 | $800 |
| September 2025 | $804 |
| October 2025 | $807 |
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Can I afford to live at 168 N Balph Ave?
Bedrooms
1 bedroomRent-to-income ratio
30%
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$29,800/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $29,800 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $745.
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Schools near Balph House: 4 unit with one apartment on each floor
Avalon Elementary School
721 california ave
pittsburgh, PA, 15202
K-6Public
B-
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Neighborhood
Avalon - Bellevue - Ben Avon | Bellevue, PA
NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.
Getting around Pittsburgh near 168 N Balph Ave
Walking
4/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
10/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Cycling
5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.
Transit
3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.
Points of interest for 168 N Balph Ave, Pittsburgh
Groceries
3/10
At least one grocery store within a 30-minute walk
Shopping
2/10
Few or no shops within walking distance
Cafes
2/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
4/10
Some restaurants within walking distance
Primary schools
4/10
No elementary schools within a 30-minute walk
High schools
9/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk
Parks
6/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
2/10
Few or no bars within walking distance
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