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Highlights
- Outdoor balcony
- One off-street parking permit
Location
521 Kelly Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15221, USA|Wilkinsburg
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Property Overview
Pennwood Square 521 offers strong overall value with excellent amenities, a convenient location, and a high trust score, plus an outdoor balcony and one off-street parking permit. It is especially appealing for social activity and sustainability thanks to walkable surroundings, transit access, on-site public spaces, and recycling or composting options, with nearby top-rated schools adding to its appeal.
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
Elementary school nearby- Middle school nearby
- Dishwasher
Great for
Eco living
Social life
Floor plans
| 2BR/1.0BA | 2 bed | 1 bath | 850 sqft | $1,310 /mo | 1 unit available | * Large, updated, galley-style Kitchen with Dishwasher, Maple Cabinets, and modern Counter tops. Pass-thru to Dining Room. * Unit has nice Wall-to-Wall Carpeting throughout. * 2 large Bedrooms with double sliding-door Closets. * Large Balcony off of the Living Room. * Rent includes gas (heat,) water & sewage, and trash. Tenant pays electric. * Unit has central air and heating in-unit thermostat; you control your own heat and cool air! * Unit comes with one off-street parking permit. 2nd permits available for $30/month. * Card-operated Laundry and Storage Lockers on-site. One Storage Locker is included in the Rent. * Cat-friendly with $35/month non-refundable Cat Privilege Fee (per cat) and refundable (assuming no damage caused) $200 Pet Deposit (per cat). * Email us today to book a tour! inquiry@steiner-realty.com ** PHOTOS OF SIMILAR (NOT EXACT) UNIT** |
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Amenities for Pennwood Square 521
Apartment Amenities
| Air Conditioning | Balcony |
| Gas | Private Balcony |
| Storage Locker |
Appliances
| Dishwasher | Gas Stove/Oven |
| Oven | Range |
| Refrigerator |
Building
| Coin Op Laundry | HVAC |
| Onsite Laundry |
Grounds
| Assigned Parking | Storage |
| Surface Lot | Swimming Pool |
Other
| Water, Sewage & Trash |
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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Parking Policy
Assigned Parking
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 12 |
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About Pennwood Square 521
* Large, updated, galley-style Kitchen with Dishwasher, Maple Cabinets, and modern Counter tops. Pass-thru to Dining Room. * Unit has nice Wall-to-Wall Carpeting throughout. * 2 large Bedrooms with double sliding-door Closets. * Large Balcony off of the Living Room. * Rent includes gas (heat,) water & sewage, and trash. Tenant pays electric. * Unit has central air and heating in-unit thermostat; you control your own heat and cool air! * Unit comes with one off-street parking permit. 2nd permits available for $30/month. * Card-operated Laundry and Storage Lockers on-site. One Storage Locker is included in the Rent. * Cat-friendly with $35/month non-refundable Cat Privilege Fee (per cat) and refundable (assuming no damage caused) $200 Pet Deposit (per cat). * Email us today to book a tour! inquiry@steiner-realty.com ** PHOTOS OF SIMILAR (NOT EXACT) UNIT**
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.
8.5
/10
Very GoodWith a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, Pennwood Square 521 is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Pennwood Square 521 has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
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.
Pennwood Square 521 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.
Pennwood Square 521 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.
Pennwood Square 521 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 Pennwood Square 521 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.
Pennwood Square 521 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 Pennwood Square 521 compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 0.2 mile away
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 1 mile away
- Dishwasher
- Dishwasher available in kitchen
- Laundry available on site
- Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit
- Outdoor space
- Easy access to the outdoors
Considerations
- Lacks images
- Fewer than 10 photos available for this location
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Rent trends in Wilkinsburg
2-bedroom apartments at Pennwood Square 521 cost about 5% more than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Wilkinsburg.
Median rents as of Sep 12 2026.
Wilkinsburg
Wilkinsburg
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| September 2024 | $940 |
| October 2024 | $905 |
| November 2024 | $941 |
| December 2024 | $944 |
| January 2025 | $953 |
| February 2025 | $921 |
| March 2025 | $948 |
| April 2025 | $1,000 |
| May 2025 | $1,014 |
| June 2025 | $991 |
| July 2025 | $975 |
| August 2025 | $954 |
| September 2025 | $912 |
| October 2025 | $947 |
| November 2025 | $931 |
| December 2025 | $900 |
| January 2026 | $950 |
| February 2026 | $973 |
| March 2026 | $987 |
| April 2026 | $980 |
| May 2026 | $964 |
| June 2026 | $915 |
| July 2026 | $894 |
| August 2026 | $903 |
| September 2026 | $930 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| September 2024 | $940 |
| October 2024 | $905 |
| November 2024 | $941 |
| December 2024 | $944 |
| January 2025 | $953 |
| February 2025 | $921 |
| March 2025 | $948 |
| April 2025 | $1,000 |
| May 2025 | $1,014 |
| June 2025 | $991 |
| July 2025 | $975 |
| August 2025 | $954 |
| September 2025 | $912 |
| October 2025 | $947 |
| November 2025 | $931 |
| December 2025 | $900 |
| January 2026 | $950 |
| February 2026 | $973 |
| March 2026 | $987 |
| April 2026 | $980 |
| May 2026 | $964 |
| June 2026 | $915 |
| July 2026 | $894 |
| August 2026 | $903 |
| September 2026 | $930 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 521 Kelly Ave?
Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$52,400/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $52,400 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,310.
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Schools near Pennwood Square 521
Kelly Primary
400 kelly ave
wilkinsburg, PA, 15221
PK, K-2Public
C+
Hosanna House
807 wallace ave 3rd floor
pittsburgh, PA, 15221
PK, KPublic
Turner Intermediate School
1833 laketon rd
wilkinsburg, PA, 15221
3-6Public
C
Council of Three Rivers American Indian Center Head Start - Hazelwood Center
4900 second ave
pittsburgh, PA, 15207
PKPublic
Turtle Creek Elementary STEAM Academy
126 monroeville ave
turtle creek, PA, 15145
PK, K-5Public
B-
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Neighborhood
Wilkinsburg | Wilkinsburg, PA
Getting around Pittsburgh near 521 Kelly Ave
Walking
7/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.
Driving
6/10
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
6/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.
Points of interest for 521 Kelly Ave, Pittsburgh
Groceries
8/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk
Shopping
5/10
Several shops within walking distance
Cafes
4/10
Some cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
6/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
Primary schools
10/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk
High schools
9/10
At least one high school within a 5-minute walk
Parks
9/10
Exceptionally large amount of park space within a few minutes’ walk
Nightlife
4/10
Some bars within walking distance
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