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1823 Penn Ave, Wilkinsburg, PA 15221, USA|Wilkinsburg
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Property Overview
1823 Penn Ave earns a strong overall rating of 8.3, with especially high marks for price, amenities, and location, suggesting solid value and everyday convenience. It also stands out for its transparency, and its nearby top-rated high school adds to its appeal for renters looking for access to quality schools.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings” and “Things you’ll love” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
High school nearby- Laundry available on site
Floor plans
| 1BR/1.0BA | 1 bed | 1.5 bath | 1 sqft | $1,325 /mo | 1 unit available | South Oakland One Bedroom offers a comfortable one-bedroom, one-bath apartment in Pittsburgh, PA. The unit includes gas, water and electric utilities, simplifying monthly bills. On-site laundry and an online maintenance portal add convenience, while online rent payment makes leasing and payments straightforward. Located in South Oakland, the apartment provides a practical option for those seeking easy utility management and streamlined property services. | |
| 2BR/1.5BA | 2 bed | 1.5 bath | $2,075 /mo | 1 unit available | South Oakland Two Bedroom 2-bedroom, 1.5 bathroom apartment Close to the University of Pittsburgh (Pitt) campus Gas, water, and electric included In-unit washer and dryer Online maintenance portal for easy service requests Online rent payments Convenient South Oakland location Close to Pitt, Oakland restaurants, shops, and other campus-area amenities |
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Amenities for 1823 Penn Ave
Apartment Amenities
| All Utilities Included | Electric Included |
Building
| Onsite Laundry |
Services
| Gas and Water Included |
Other
| Online Maintenance Portal | Online Rent Payment |
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
Not allowed
No pets allowed.
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 4 |
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About 1823 Penn Ave
South Oakland One Bedroom offers a comfortable one-bedroom, one-bath apartment in Pittsburgh, PA. The unit includes gas, water and electric utilities, simplifying monthly bills. On-site laundry and an online maintenance portal add convenience, while online rent payment makes leasing and payments straightforward. Located in South Oakland, the apartment provides a practical option for those seeking easy utility management and streamlined property services.
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.
8.3
/10
Very GoodWith a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, 1823 Penn Ave is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 1823 Penn Ave 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·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.
1823 Penn 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·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.
1823 Penn Ave goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including electric included. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 1823 Penn Ave 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.
1823 Penn 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·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 1823 Penn Ave does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·7A 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.
1823 Penn Ave provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking 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 1823 Penn Ave compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 1 mile away
- Laundry available on site
- Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit
Considerations
- Greater distance from middle schools
- The nearest middle school is farther than 2 miles away
- Lacks images
- Fewer than 10 photos available for this location
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Rent trends in Wilkinsburg
1-bedroom apartments here are priced 40% higher than 1-bedrooms in Wilkinsburg.
If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at 1823 Penn Ave to be 77% more than the average for similarly sized apartments in Wilkinsburg.
Median rents as of Sep 19 2026.
Wilkinsburg
Wilkinsburg
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| 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 | $935 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| 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 | $935 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 1823 Penn Ave?
Bedrooms
Rent-to-income ratio
30%
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The general rule of thumb is to spend around 30% or less of your income on rent.
Recommended income
$53,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $53,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,325.
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Schools near 1823 Penn Ave
Turner Intermediate School
1833 laketon rd
wilkinsburg, PA, 15221
3-6Public
C
Hosanna House
807 wallace ave 3rd floor
pittsburgh, PA, 15221
PK, KPublic
Kelly Primary
400 kelly ave
wilkinsburg, PA, 15221
PK, K-2Public
C+
Turtle Creek Elementary STEAM Academy
126 monroeville ave
turtle creek, PA, 15145
PK, K-5Public
B-
Council of Three Rivers American Indian Center Head Start - Hazelwood Center
4900 second ave
pittsburgh, PA, 15207
PKPublic
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Getting around Wilkinsburg near 1823 Penn Ave
Walking
4/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
9/10
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 1823 Penn Ave, Wilkinsburg
Groceries
4/10
At least one supermarket within a 30-minute walk
Shopping
4/10
Some shops within walking distance
Cafes
1/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
4/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
Primary schools
6/10
At least one elementary school within a 20-minute walk
High schools
6/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk
Parks
6/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
2/10
Some bars within walking distance
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