**One-Bedroom Apartment in the Heart of the North Side, Perfect for Healthcare/Office Workers | Walkable Living Area + Includes water, sewage and garbage charges**
Pittsburgh's North Side, Germantown Historic District | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | Move-in Available (Minimum 1 Year)
One mile from downtown! Healthcare professionals can commute to work, and students can enjoy direct access to University Circle.
Bills: Rent includes water and garbage and sewage charges
Laundry Freedom: Full-size washer/dryer included in the home (free, no more laundry lines or coins).
Historic District Safety Certification: North Side crime rate reduced by 37% by 2024.
**Comfort** **Efficiency** **Added Value**
9-foot ceilings with ceiling fans, Energy Star-certified windows, private courtyard, dedicated bike parking, metal rear fire escape.
Custom hardwood floors, stainless steel energy-efficient appliances, built-in wardrobes.
Open kitchen, instant hot water heating, year-round hallway lighting, year-round keyless entry.
Prime Location Map (Description of Living Environment).
8-minute walk to Allegheny General Hospital (perfect for shift changes).
A few minutes' walk to the Farmers' Market (local organic produce available).
**8 minutes** to PNC Park (a fan-only perk).
300 meters** to the subway/bus hub (direct access to the University of Pittsburgh/Carnegie Mellon University).
1st Street** Access to Highways 279 and 376 (easy commute)
Tenant screening criteria
According to the Pennsylvania Fair Housing Act Amendment (2023), we require:
Credit score** 620 (Nova Credit international score conversion is accepted)
Income proof** 3 times the monthly rent (Amazon employees need to provide 1099 form + 12 weeks of work time records)
Identity verification
All adult applicants must pass a background check. Passport + I-20/OPT/H1B documents (international students/workers are preferred)
In order to protect the property safety of tenants, tenants need to have tenant insurance, and pets also need pet insurance
Application fee $35/household, background check $17/person
Priority channel
medical workers/graduate students/guarantors have US assets
Key legal statement**
No Section 8
Housing vouchers are not accepted for payment
**Pet policy
Weight limit under 40 pounds, deposit $200 + monthly fee dogs $50 (service dogs are exempted) cats $35
**Joint liability
co-tenants need to designate a lead payer (refer to the lease), or a co-signer.
**Late payment fee
$35 basic fee + $25/day (triggered on the 6th day after the grace period)
**Electricity, gas, Internet/cable TV fees** are borne by the tenant. Water/sewage and garbage disposal fees are borne by the landlord.
Apartment for rent
Accepts Zillow applications
$1,150/mo
521 Suismon St APT 2, Pittsburgh, PA 15212
1beds
500sqft
Price may not include required fees and charges.
Apartment
Available now
Cats, small dogs OK
-- A/C
In unit laundry
Off street parking
Forced air, heat pump
What's special
Year-round keyless entryBuilt-in wardrobesDedicated bike parkingPrivate courtyardStainless steel energy-efficient appliancesCustom hardwood floorsInstant hot water heating
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Travel times
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Forced Air, Heat Pump
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: In Unit
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 500 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Off Street
- Details: Contact manager
Features
- Exterior features: Beautiful private backyard perfect for relaxing., Bicycle storage, Garbage included in rent, Heating system: Forced Air, Sewage included in rent, Shared bicycle parking spots and Basments storage room, Water included in rent
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Apartment
- Property subtype: Apartment
Utilities & green energy
- Utilities for property: Garbage, Sewage, Water
Building
Management
- Pets allowed: Yes
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Pittsburgh
Financial & listing details
- Lease term: 1 Year
Price history
Date | Event | Price |
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9/23/2025 | Price change | $1,150-8%$2/sqft |
Source: Zillow Rentals | ||
9/18/2025 | Price change | $1,250-2.3%$3/sqft |
Source: Zillow Rentals | ||
8/30/2025 | Listed for rent | $1,280$3/sqft |
Source: Zillow Rentals |