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Forbes Terrace

5703 Forbes Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15217

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Highlights

  • Walker's Paradise
  • Sundeck

About Forbes Terrace

So you've been searching for a rental townhouse in Pittsburgh? You've come to the right place! Whether you're looking to downsize, start your life as newlyweds, or relocate your family to the ‘Burgh, this is the place for you! Forbes Terrace is a historic townhouse community with lots of charm, an ideal location, and just the right amount of space. Located in Squirrel Hill and standing since the early 1900's, each 3 and 4 bedroom unit has been carefully renovated to bring the interiors, kitchens, and bathrooms up to speed while still carefully preserving the historic elements in each home. Units include original hardwood floors, doors, built-in shelves, as well as authentic stained glass in select units. Plus, enjoy in-unit washer and dryer, patios, private outdoor space, and reserved on-site parking. And good news, that spot is included in your rent! Come home to beautiful brick exteriors, a well-kept community courtyard, appealing antique light poles and welcoming neighbors. It's no wonder why Forbes Terrace is one of our most popular properties, it really has it all.

Forbes Terrace is an apartment community located in Allegheny County and the 15217 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Pittsburgh Public Schools attendance zone.

Unique Features

  • AC: Central Air
  • Squirrel Hill Neighborhood

Community Amenities

  • Laundry Facilities
  • Sundeck

Apartment Features

  • Air Conditioning

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Location
5703 Forbes Ave, Pittsburgh,
PA 15217
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Neighborhood

Named for the abundance of gray squirrels in the days of the early pioneers, Squirrel Hill is one of the city’s premier neighborhoods. Nestled between Frick Park and Schenley Park, two of Pittsburgh’s favorite green spaces, Squirrel Hill North is a quintessential community. The neighborhood was even the inspiration for the beloved children's television show "Mr. Rogers' Neighborhood," as Fred Rogers was a long-time resident. Along with excellent public and private schools, Squirrel Hill North is home to Carnegie Mellon University and Chatham University while the University of Pittsburgh is nearby as well. Residents can walk to the neighborhood’s restaurants and shops while Squirrel Hill South provides even more options along Murray Avenue. Frick Park has excellent trails while Schenley Park has an ice-skating rink, botanical gardens, and more. Rentals in this leafy locale include affordable studios, high-rise apartment buildings, and elegant brick mansions.

Learn more about living in Squirrel Hill North 
Average Prices by Area

Compare neighborhood and city base rent averages by bedroom.

Squirrel Hill North Pittsburgh, PA
Studio $1,110 $1,253
1 Bedroom $1,245 $1,439
2 Bedrooms $1,682 $1,696
3 Bedrooms $2,313 $1,977
Education
Colleges & Universities Distance
Colleges & Universities Distance
Chatham University
Walk: 17 min 0.9 mi
Carnegie Mellon University
Drive: 3 min 1.3 mi
University of Pittsburgh
Drive: 5 min 2.3 mi
Carlow College
Drive: 6 min 2.8 mi
Forbes Terrace is within 17 minutes or 0.9 mile from Chatham University. It is also near Carnegie Mellon University and University of Pittsburgh.
Schools
Pittsburgh Colfax K-8
Public Elementary & Middle School
Grades K-8
732 Students
Attendance Zone
Pittsburgh Minadeo K-5
Public Elementary School
Grades PK-5
293 Students
Nearby
Grades 9-12
1,362 Students
Attendance Zone
St. Edmund's Academy
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
298 Students
Nearby
Hillel Academy Pittsburgh
Private Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades PK-12
298 Students
Nearby
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Transportation

Transportation options available in Pittsburgh include Steel Plaza, located 4.6 miles from Forbes Terrace. Forbes Terrace is near Pittsburgh International, located 22.0 miles or 34 minutes away, and Arnold Palmer Regional, located 39.4 miles or 64 minutes away.

Transit / Subway Distance
Transit / Subway Distance
Steel Plaza
Drive: 9 min 4.6 mi
Wood Street
Drive: 10 min 4.8 mi
First Avenue
Drive: 9 min 4.8 mi
Station Square
Drive: 10 min 5.5 mi
Gateway Center
Drive: 10 min 5.6 mi
Commuter Rail Distance
Commuter Rail Distance
Pittsburgh Amtrak Station
Drive: 10 min 4.9 mi
Greensburg Amtrak
Drive: 47 min 29.9 mi
Latrobe Amtrak
Drive: 60 min 36.3 mi
Connellsville Amtrak
Drive: 62 min 46.1 mi
Airports Distance
Airports Distance
Pittsburgh International
 Drive: 34 min 22.0 mi
Arnold Palmer Regional
 Drive: 64 min 39.4 mi
Getting Around
Exceptionally Walkable
Walkability
90 / 100
Good Public Transit
Transit
70 / 100
Moderately Drivable
Drivability
60 / 100
Very Bikeable
Bikeability
80 / 100

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What do Walkability, Transit, Drivability, and Bikeability mean? Walkability measures the walking distance to day-to-day needs. Transit measures access to public transportation. Drivability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads. Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling. How It Works
Active
Soundscore™
71 / 100

Traffic

Active

Airport

Calm

Businesses

Busy

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Points of Interest

Time and distance from Forbes Terrace.

Shopping Centers Distance
Shopping Centers Distance
The Shops at The Morrowfield
Walk: 14 min 0.7 mi
Squirrel Hill Plaza
Drive: 5 min 1.5 mi
Cambridge Centre
Drive: 4 min 1.6 mi
Forbes Terrace has 3 shopping centers within 1.6 miles, which is about a 4-minute drive. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
Parks and Recreation Distance
Parks and Recreation Distance
Chatham Arboretum
 Walk: 15 min 0.8 mi
Frick Environmental Center
 Walk: 18 min 1.0 mi
Schenley Park
 Drive: 4 min 1.3 mi
Frick Park
 Walk: 26 min 1.4 mi
Phipps Conservatory and Gardens
 Drive: 4 min 1.6 mi
Forbes Terrace has 5 parks within 1.6 miles, including Chatham Arboretum, Frick Environmental Center, and Frick Park.
Hospitals Distance
Hospitals Distance
UPMC Shadyside
Drive: 6 min 1.8 mi
Lifecare Behavioral Health Hospital
Drive: 5 min 2.1 mi
UPMC Presbyterian
Drive: 5 min 2.5 mi
Forbes Terrace has 3 hospitals within 2.5 miles, the nearest is UPMC Shadyside which is 1.8 miles away and a 6 minute drive.
Military Bases Distance
Military Bases Distance
Pittsburgh Air Reserve Station
Drive: 30 min 20.4 mi
Forbes Terrace is 20.4 miles and a 30 minute drive from Pittsburgh Air Reserve Station.

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