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605 Chess St, Pittsburgh, PA 15211, USA|Mount Washington
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Property Overview
The property at 605-611 Chess Street receives a strong Zumper Expert Rating of 8 out of 10, reflecting its competitive pricing and high-quality amenities, both rated at 8 and 9 out of 10, respectively. Its prime location provides exceptional access to key points of interest and schools, further enhancing its appeal. Overall, this property offers excellent value for money, ranking in the top percentile compared to nearby options, and demonstrates a commitment to transparency and trustworthiness in its management.
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
Less expensive- Middle school nearby
- High school nearby
Floor plans
| 2BR/1.0BA | 2 bed | 1 bath | 1,000 sqft | $895 /mo | 1 unit available | Updates to flooring, paint, cabinets, and kitchen. Quiet dead end street. First month's rent and 1 month security deposit required at move in. NO pets. Includes stove and fridge. Efficient on utilities. Tenant pays all utilities. Tenant needs verifiable income. 1 year lease. $895 per month. apply online at www bluedoghomes com |
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Amenities for 605-611 Chess Street
Appliances
| Fridge | Range |
| Refrigerator | Stove |
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
Not allowed
Cat Policy
Not allowed
No pets allowed.
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 4 |
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About 605-611 Chess Street
Updates to flooring, paint, cabinets, and kitchen. Quiet dead end street. First month's rent and 1 month security deposit required at move in. NO pets. Includes stove and fridge. Efficient on utilities. Tenant pays all utilities. Tenant needs verifiable income. 1 year lease. $895 per month. apply online at www bluedoghomes com
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.
8.0
/10
Very GoodWith a solid 8 out of 10 overall, 605-611 Chess Street is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 605-611 Chess Street 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·8A 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.
Scoring a 8/10, 605-611 Chess Street is a great option for renters looking for apartments in Mount Washington. The rent is significantly lower than the median rent for the area, therefore this property is competitively priced for its location and its features. Residents here will find a home that meets their needs with few trade-offs.
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.
605-611 Chess Street goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including fridge. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 605-611 Chess 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.
605-611 Chess 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·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 605-611 Chess Street 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.
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 605-611 Chess Street compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Less expensive
- The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 1 mile away
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 1 mile away
Considerations
- Lacks images
- Fewer than 10 photos available for this location
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Rent trends in Mount Washington
2-bedroom apartments at 605-611 Chess Street cost about 31% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Mount Washington.
Median rents as of Oct 18 2025.
Mount Washington
Pittsburgh
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2023 | $1,200 |
| December 2023 | $1,117 |
| 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 | $1,257 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| February 2024 | $1,400 |
| May 2024 | $1,400 |
| June 2024 | $1,235 |
| July 2024 | $1,400 |
| August 2024 | $1,400 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 605 Chess St?
Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$35,800/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $35,800 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $895.
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Schools near 605-611 Chess Street
Pittsburgh Whittier K-5
150 meridan st
pittsburgh, PA, 15211
K-5Public
C+
Pittsburgh Pioneer
775 dunster st
pittsburgh, PA, 15226
K-12Public
Pittsburgh Conroy
1398 page st
pittsburgh, PA, 15233
K-12Public
Pittsburgh Oliver Citywide Academy
2323 brighton rd
pittsburgh, PA, 15212
3-12Public
Pittsburgh Spring Garden Early Childhood
1501 spring garden ave
pittsburgh, PA, 15212
PKPublic
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Neighborhood
Mount Washington | Pittsburgh, PA
NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.
Getting around Pittsburgh near 605 Chess St
Walking
6/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
7/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.
Cycling
5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.
Transit
6/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.
Points of interest for 605 Chess St, Pittsburgh
Groceries
2/10
No grocery stores within walking distance
Shopping
5/10
Some shops within walking distance
Cafes
4/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
6/10
Variety of restaurants within walking distance
Primary schools
4/10
No elementary schools within a 30-minute walk
High schools
4/10
No high schools within a 30-minute walk
Parks
8/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
5/10
Some bars within walking distance
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