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  • 5836 Elmer St

    Pittsburgh, PA 15232

    Apartment building
    2 beds

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    Basement with storageFridge and dishwasherHardwood floors
    1st floor apartment in a duplex style community. Two bedrooms, one bath, living room, dining room, equipped kitchen with gas range, fridge & dishwasher, hardwood floors, basement with storage. The complex is located three and half blocks from the Walnut Street shops and approximately two miles from the universities. Public transportation runs on either side of this Elmer Street block. Landlord pays gas (heat), trash, water and sewage utilities. There is a $60 monthly fee for these services. Tenants are responsible for electricity. Kamin Realty does not provide central wi-fi or cable services, hook ups are available for tenants to set up their own accounts with the provider. Tenants can set up their own accounts. Street parking is free and garage parking is subject to availability for an additional fee. No central AC. Window AC units can be provided by tenants. Maintenance can help with installation. Pet policy is a one time fee of $600, with half refundable at the end of the tenant's stay. No sublets are permitted.

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    Unit features

    Appliances
    • Dishwasher
    • Refrigerator
    Flooring
    • Hardwood

    Neighborhood: Shadyside

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    • Walkable Streets
      Pedestrian-friendly layout encourages walking to shops, dining, and parks.
      Dining Scene
      From casual bites to fine dining, a haven for food lovers.
      Shopping Scene
      Bustling retail hubs with boutiques, shops, and convenient everyday essentials.
      Transit Access
      Convenient access to buses, trains, and public transit for easy commuting.
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    Centered on Shadyside’s leafy, walkable streets, 15232 blends historic Victorian homes with modern apartments and lively main streets. Expect four true seasons and a neighborhood rhythm built around Walnut Street, Ellsworth Avenue, and South Highland, where independent boutiques, galleries, and everyday essentials meet a strong coffee culture (Arriviste, The Coffee Tree Roasters). Foodies find favorites like Noodlehead, Girasole, Casbah, and weekend brunch at Pamela’s, plus nearby groceries at Giant Eagle Market District, Whole Foods, and Trader Joe’s. Fitness is easy with X Shadyside, Orangetheory, and bike-friendly routes to Mellon Park’s Walled Garden and trails toward Schenley Park. Evenings bring relaxed pubs and wine bars rather than late-night clubs. The community skews mixed—young professionals, medical and university folks, and long-time residents—pet friendly and stroller friendly alike. Transit along Fifth, Centre, and Ellsworth makes downtown and universities a short ride, and UPMC Shadyside sits in the heart of the zip. Per Zillow’s recent market trends, the median asking rent has hovered around the high-$1,700s, with most listings roughly $1,200–$2,800.

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    Walk, Transit & Bike Scores

    94 / 100
    Walker's Paradise
    69 / 100
    Good Transit
    92 / 100
    Biker's Paradise

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    Frequently asked questions

    What is the walk score of 5836 Elmer St?

    5836 Elmer St has a walk score of 94, it's a walker's paradise.

    What is the transit score of 5836 Elmer St?

    5836 Elmer St has a transit score of 69, it has good transit.

    What schools are assigned to 5836 Elmer St?

    The schools assigned to 5836 Elmer St include Pittsburgh Dilworth K-5, Pittsburgh Colfax K-8, and Pittsburgh Obama 6-12.

    What neighborhood is 5836 Elmer St in?

    5836 Elmer St is in the Shadyside neighborhood in Pittsburgh, PA.