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    Royal Plaza - Unclaimed

    5506 5th Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15232

    Located in Squirrel Hill North, Pittsburgh zip code 15232
    Apartment building
    Off-campus housingThis community is close to campus, and is convenient for students.

    Neighborhood: Squirrel Hill North

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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

    86 / 100
    Very Walkable
    68 / 100
    Good Transit
    61 / 100
    Bikeable

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    Frequently asked questions

    What is the walk score of Royal Plaza?

    Royal Plaza has a walk score of 86, it's very walkable.

    What is the transit score of Royal Plaza?

    Royal Plaza has a transit score of 68, it has good transit.

    What schools are assigned to Royal Plaza?

    The schools assigned to Royal Plaza include Pittsburgh Colfax K-8, Pittsburgh Obama 6-12, and Pittsburgh Science And Technology Academy 6-12.

    What neighborhood is Royal Plaza in?

    Royal Plaza is in the Squirrel Hill North neighborhood in Pittsburgh, PA.

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