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Highlights

  • Quartz countertops
  • Walk-in closet
  • On-site laundry facilities
  • Stainless appliances
  • Ample storage space
  • Updated kitchen

Location

5740 Elmer St, Pittsburgh, PA 15232, USA|Shadyside
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Management

Rockwel Realty

Leasing office

(412) 362-3333

Property Overview

5740 Elmer Street offers an impressive overall Zumper Expert Rating of 8.9, reflecting its strong appeal to renters. It features notable amenities like quartz countertops, stainless appliances, and on-site laundry facilities, while also being located conveniently near schools and numerous fitness and wellness centers. The property excels in both price and quality ratings, ensuring an excellent balance between value and living standards, and showcases transparency and trustworthiness in its detailed description.

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

8.9
Very Good
With a solid 8.9 out of 10 overall, 5740 Elmer Street is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 5740 Elmer Street has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Walk-in closet

Great for

  • Work-from-home
  • Wellness

Floor plans

1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath$1,475–$1,650 /mo3 units availableWelcome to the Top Floor 1-Bedroom with Office Niche, a stunning apartment located in the heart of Pittsburgh, PA. This apartment boasts a spacious bedroom and a full bathroom, offering the perfect blend of comfort and convenience. The updated kitchen is a chef's dream, featuring quartz countertops and stainless appliances. The dishwasher makes clean-up a breeze, giving you more time to enjoy the things you love. The apartment is bathed in natural light, highlighting the beautiful hardwood and ceramic tile flooring. The top floor location provides an elevated living experience, while the office niche is perfect for those who work from home or simply need a dedicated space for focus and creativity. The apartment also features a walk-in closet, providing ample storage space. For your convenience, laundry facilities are available on-site. Experience the best of Pittsburgh living in this top floor 1-bedroom apartment.

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Amenities for 5740 Elmer Street

Apartment Amenities

Available NowEnsuite Bathroom
Hardwood FloorNatural Light
Walk-in Closet

Appliances

DishwasherStainless Steel Appliances

Building

Onsite Laundry
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

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One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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About 5740 Elmer Street

HomeApartments in PittsburghShadyside 5740 Elmer Street

Welcome to the Top Floor 1-Bedroom with Office Niche, a stunning apartment located in the heart of Pittsburgh, PA. This apartment boasts a spacious bedroom and a full bathroom, offering the perfect blend of comfort and convenience. The updated kitchen is a chef's dream, featuring quartz countertops and stainless appliances. The dishwasher makes clean-up a breeze, giving you more time to enjoy the things you love. The apartment is bathed in natural light, highlighting the beautiful hardwood and ceramic tile flooring. The top floor location provides an elevated living experience, while the office niche is perfect for those who work from home or simply need a dedicated space for focus and creativity. The apartment also features a walk-in closet, providing ample storage space. For your convenience, laundry facilities are available on-site. Experience the best of Pittsburgh living in this top floor 1-bedroom apartment.


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.
8.9
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.9 out of 10 overall, 5740 Elmer Street is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 5740 Elmer Street has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated 5740 Elmer Street
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.
5740 Elmer Street 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·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.
5740 Elmer Street goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including onsite laundry. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 5740 Elmer Street 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.
5740 Elmer Street 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.
5740 Elmer Street 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.

5740 Elmer Street is great for:

Work-from-home

  • High speed internet is an amenity
  • Large windows for natural lighting
  • 3 internet service provider options nearby
  • 2 coworking spaces or cafes within 1 mile

Wellness

  • Ample windows and natural lighting
  • 60 gyms or yoga centers nearby
  • 31 sports facilities (like tennis courts) nearby
  • 29 health/wellness centers nearby

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 5740 Elmer Street compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Walk-in closet
More closet space on average

Considerations

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Rent trends in Shadyside

1-bedroom apartments at 5740 Elmer Street cost about 1% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Shadyside.

Median rents as of Mar 21 2026.
Shadyside
Pittsburgh
A table of studio rental data trends in Pittsburgh
MonthMedian Rent
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$1,186
January 2026$1,173
February 2026$1,143
March 2026$1,146
A table of studio rental data trends in Shadyside
MonthMedian Rent
April 2024$1,021
May 2024$1,050
June 2024$1,106
July 2024$1,074
August 2024$1,093
September 2024$1,033
October 2024$999
November 2024$1,063
December 2024$1,082
January 2025$1,041
February 2025$1,057
March 2025$1,056
April 2025$1,095
May 2025$1,105
June 2025$1,106
July 2025$1,102
August 2025$1,077
September 2025$1,140
October 2025$1,265
November 2025$1,505
December 2025$1,313
January 2026$1,162
February 2026$1,281
March 2026$1,168

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$59,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $59,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,475.
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Schools near 5740 Elmer Street

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pittsburgh, PA, 15217

K-8Public
B+

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pittsburgh, PA, 15221

PK, KPublic

Pittsburgh Spring Garden Early Childhood

1501 spring garden ave

pittsburgh, PA, 15212

PKPublic

Council of Three Rivers American Indian Center Head Start - Hazelwood Center

4900 second ave

pittsburgh, PA, 15207

PKPublic

Council of Three Rivers American Indian Center Head Start - Rochelle Street Center

201 rochelle st

pittsburgh, PA, 15210

PKPublic
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Neighborhood

Shadyside | Pittsburgh, PA

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around Pittsburgh near 5740 Elmer St

Walking

10/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.

Driving

3/10
Roads are accessible, but parking may be a challenge.

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 5740 Elmer St, Pittsburgh

Groceries

9/10
At least one grocery store within a few minutes' walk

Shopping

7/10
Variety of shops within walking distance

Cafes

6/10
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

7/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

6/10
Some bars within walking distance

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