Dakota
259 Melwood Ave,
Pittsburgh,
PA
15213
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Monthly Rent
$715 - $960
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Bedrooms
Studio - 1 bd
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Bathrooms
1 ba
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Square Feet
305 - 470 sq ft
This building is within walking distance of both CMU and PITT campuses. It offers convenient, economical studio and one bedroom apartments.
Highlights
- Gated
- Elevator
Pricing & Floor Plans
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Unit DK-4price $715square feet 390availibility Jul 1
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Unit DK-208price $795square feet 305availibility Jul 1
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Unit DK-502price $795square feet 345availibility Jul 1
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Unit DK-207price $805square feet 360availibility Jul 1
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Unit DK-507price $805square feet 360availibility Jul 1
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Unit DK-302price $805square feet 345availibility Jul 1
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Unit DK-103price $845square feet 425availibility Jul 1
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Unit DK-301price $890square feet 470availibility Jul 1
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Unit DK-106price $960square feet 390availibility Jul 1
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Unit DK-4price $715square feet 390availibility Jul 1
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Unit DK-208price $795square feet 305availibility Jul 1
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Unit DK-502price $795square feet 345availibility Jul 1
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Unit DK-207price $805square feet 360availibility Jul 1
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Unit DK-507price $805square feet 360availibility Jul 1
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Unit DK-302price $805square feet 345availibility Jul 1
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Unit DK-103price $845square feet 425availibility Jul 1
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Unit DK-301price $890square feet 470availibility Jul 1
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Unit DK-106price $960square feet 390availibility Jul 1
Fees and Policies
The fees listed below are community-provided and may exclude utilities or add-ons. All payments are made directly to the property and are non-refundable unless otherwise specified.
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One-Time Basics
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Due at Application
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Application Fee Per ApplicantCharged per applicant.$55
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Due at Move-In
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Administrative FeeCharged per unit.$275
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Due at Application
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Dogs
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Monthly Pet FeeMax of 2. Charged per pet.$45
0 lbs. Weight Limit -
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Cats
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Monthly Pet FeeMax of 2. Charged per pet.$45
0 lbs. Weight Limit -
Property Fee Disclaimer: Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.
Details
Lease Options
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4 - 12 Month Leases
Property Information
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Built in 1927
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41 units/5 stories
About Dakota
This building is within walking distance of both CMU and PITT campuses. It offers convenient, economical studio and one bedroom apartments.
Dakota is an apartment community located in Allegheny County and the 15213 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Pittsburgh Public Schools attendance zone.
Unique Features
- Other
- Terrazzo Flooring
- Fully Equipped Kitchens
- Nonsmoking Building
Community Amenities
- Laundry Facilities
- Elevator
- Gated
Apartment Features
- Air Conditioning
Approximately three and a half miles east of Downtown Pittsburgh lies the academic and medical center of the Pittsburgh area, North Oakland. This urban community offers plenty for residents to do, acting as a backyard for the University of Pittsburgh.
The streets of North Oakland consist of locally owned shops, restaurants, coffee shops, and other amenities. Residents are drawn to the area by the various parks, as well as the history, art, and science exhibits of the Carnegie Museums. There’s a large selection of apartments and townhomes that will fit every renter.
Learn more about living in North OaklandCompare neighborhood and city base rent averages by bedroom.
| North Oakland | Pittsburgh, PA | |
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| Studio | $1,148 | $1,213 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,503 | $1,405 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $2,164 | $1,664 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,548 | $1,933 |
- Laundry Facilities
- Elevator
- Gated
- Other
- Terrazzo Flooring
- Fully Equipped Kitchens
- Nonsmoking Building
- Air Conditioning
| Monday | 9am - 5pm |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 9am - 5pm |
| Wednesday | 9am - 5pm |
| Thursday | 9am - 5pm |
| Friday | 9am - 5pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
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| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 14 min | 0.7 mi | |
| Walk: | 15 min | 0.8 mi | |
| Drive: | 3 min | 1.5 mi | |
| Drive: | 5 min | 2.1 mi |
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Transportation options available in Pittsburgh include Steel Plaza, located 2.9 miles from Dakota. Dakota is near Pittsburgh International, located 20.5 miles or 32 minutes away, and Arnold Palmer Regional, located 42.6 miles or 66 minutes away.
| Transit / Subway | Distance | ||
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| Transit / Subway | Distance | ||
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Drive: | 6 min | 2.9 mi |
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Drive: | 6 min | 3.0 mi |
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Drive: | 6 min | 3.0 mi |
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Drive: | 7 min | 3.2 mi |
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Drive: | 7 min | 3.6 mi |
| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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Drive: | 6 min | 3.1 mi |
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Drive: | 50 min | 33.2 mi |
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Drive: | 63 min | 39.6 mi |
| Airports | Distance | ||
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| Airports | Distance | ||
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Pittsburgh International
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Drive: | 32 min | 20.5 mi |
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Arnold Palmer Regional
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Drive: | 66 min | 42.6 mi |
Time and distance from Dakota.
| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
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| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 3 min | 1.4 mi | |
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.7 mi | |
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.9 mi |
| Parks and Recreation | Distance | ||
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| Parks and Recreation | Distance | ||
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Carnegie Museum of Natural History
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Walk: | 13 min | 0.7 mi |
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Phipps Conservatory and Gardens
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Drive: | 3 min | 1.4 mi |
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Schenley Park
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Drive: | 5 min | 1.8 mi |
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Chatham Arboretum
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Drive: | 5 min | 2.1 mi |
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Pittsburgh Zoo
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Drive: | 6 min | 2.8 mi |
| Hospitals | Distance | ||
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| Hospitals | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 17 min | 0.9 mi | |
| Drive: | 3 min | 1.2 mi | |
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.9 mi |
| Military Bases | Distance | ||
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| Military Bases | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 28 min | 18.9 mi |
Dakota Photos
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Dakota
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Dakota
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Entrance
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Lobby Area
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Stairwell
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Elevator
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Bike Storage
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Laundry Facility
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Parking Lot
Models
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Licklider Studio Floorplan
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Living Room
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Living Room
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Kitchenette
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Closet
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Bathrooom
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While Dakota does not provide in‑unit laundry, on‑site laundry facilities are available for shared resident use.
Utilities are not included in rent. Residents should plan to set up and pay for all services separately.
Contact this property for parking details.
Dakota has studios to one-bedroom with rent ranges from $715/mo. to $960/mo.
Yes, Dakota welcomes pets. Breed restrictions, weight limits, and additional fees may apply. View this property's pet policy.
A good rule of thumb is to spend no more than 30% of your gross income on rent. Based on the lowest available rent of $715 for a studio, you would need to earn about $28,600 per year to qualify. Want to double-check your budget? Calculate how much rent you can afford with our Rent Affordability Calculator.
Dakota is not currently offering any rent specials. Check back soon, as promotions change frequently.
While Dakota does not offer Matterport 3D tours, renters can request a tour directly through our online platform.
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259 Melwood Ave
Pittsburgh, PA 15213
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