Robert Morris University

Moon Township, PA

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Robert Morris University - Moon Township, PA Area Guide

A prestigious private institution just up the river from Downtown Pittsburgh

Private • Suburban • River • Airport •

Established in 1921, Robert Morris University is a top-notch institution that has grown into an important contributor to the Pittsburgh-area’s academic community. The university is nationally ranked, with its business and engineering programs in particular earning high marks. Around 5,000 students are enrolled at RMU, studying in dozens of fields and participating in a lively campus culture. The school’s Colonials athletics program is largely anchored by the men’s and women’s basketball and hockey teams.

RMU is located in Moon Township, a suburban community about thirty minutes northwest of Pittsburgh. The area surrounding the campus is largely residential, with several affordable apartments, houses, and condos within a convenient distance (in many cases, just a short walk away). An assortment of shopping centers and restaurants nearby make it easy to pick up day-to-day necessities or grab a bite to eat without going far. Pittsburgh International Airport is directly south of the university, and Interstates 79 and 376 are very close by as well.

Rent Trends

As of April 2026, the average apartment rent in Moon Township, PA is $676 for a studio, $1,380 for one bedroom, $1,664 for two bedrooms, and $1,827 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Moon Township has increased by 3.5% in the past year.

  • Studio

  • 185 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $676/month

    Average Rent

  • 1 BR

  • 706 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,380/month

    Average Rent

  • 2 BR

  • 1,004 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,664/month

    Average Rent

  • 3 BR

  • 1,094 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,827/month

    Average Rent

Getting Around

Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Robert Morris University - Moon Township, PA (University) is for everyday living.

Fairly Walkable

Walkability

40 / 100

Limited Public Transit

Transit

20 / 100

Very Drivable

Drivability

80 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Bikeability

30 / 100

Daily Essentials

Essentials are more spread out in Robert Morris University - Moon Township, PA (University), so everyday errands require more planning.

Supermarket Within a 20 Minute Walk

Groceries

50 / 100

Fair Restaurant Variety Nearby

Restaurants

40 / 100

Fair Café Variety Nearby

Cafes

40 / 100

Fair Variety of Shops Nearby

Shopping

40 / 100

Recreation

Recreation options in Robert Morris University - Moon Township, PA (University) are limited, so staying active may require more planning.

Moderate Amount of Park Space Nearby

Parks

40 / 100

Limited Wellness Amenity Variety Nearby

Wellness

20 / 100

Local Vibe

Get a sense of what it’s like to live in Robert Morris University - Moon Township, PA (University) from everyday activity to noise and nightlife.

Mostly Calm Atmosphere

Vibrancy

20 / 100

Limited Nightlife Variety Nearby

Nightlife

20 / 100

Not Noisy

Quiet Score

100 / 100
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Schools

J H Brooks School

Public

Grades K-5

377 Students

10/10

Bon Meade El School

Public

Grades K-5

594 Students

9/10

J.A. Allard Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

208 Students

8/10

Richard J. Hyde Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

221 Students

7/10

MOON AREA LOWER MS

Public

Grades K-5

623 Students

6/10

MOON AREA UPPER MS

Public

Grades 6-8

581 Students

8/10

Moon Senior High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,218 Students

7/10
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Points of Interest

Shopping Centers

Parks and Recreation

  • Robin Hill Park
  • Moon Park
  • Fern Hollow Nature Center
  • Settler's Cabin Park

Commuter Rail

Military Bases

Airports

  • Pittsburgh International

Colleges

Top Apartments Near Robert Morris University

Thorn Run Apartments

Thorn Run Apartments

700 Lee Dr,
Coraopolis, PA 15108

$1,050 - $1,390

1-3 Beds

Preserve at Whispering Woods

Preserve at Whispering Woods

601 Flaugherty Run Rd,
Coraopolis, PA 15108

$1,395 - $1,930

1-2 Beds

Waterford Landing

Waterford Landing

1200 Landing Ln,
Moon, PA 15108

$1,329 - $3,171

1-3 Beds

Moon Grove Apartments

Moon Grove Apartments

916 Beaver Grade Rd,
Moon Township, PA 15108

$1,371 - $1,838

1-2 Beds

Colony West Apartments

Colony West Apartments

350 Colony West Dr,
Coraopolis, PA 15108

$1,000 - $1,235

1-2 Beds

Merrit Commons

Merrit Commons

1400 Lee Dr,
Moon Township, PA 15108

$1,650

2 Beds

The Courtyards at Sewickley - South

The Courtyards at Sewickley - South

820 Ohio River Blvd,
Sewickley, PA 15143

$990 - $1,070

1-2 Beds

Ridgeview Apartments

Ridgeview Apartments

1130 Ridge Ave,
Coraopolis, PA 15108

$910 - $920

1 Bed

The Pearl Apartments

The Pearl Apartments

318 Moon Clinton Rd,
Moon Township, PA 15108

$895

1 Bed

Houses Near Robert Morris University

405 Main St

405 Main St,
Coraopolis, PA 15108

$1,740

5 Beds | 1 Bath

408 Beaver St

408 Beaver St,
Sewickley, PA 15143

$1,300 Total Monthly Price

Studio | 0.5 Baths | 12 Month Lease

924 Kable Way

924 Kable Way,
Coraopolis, PA 15108

$1,350 Total Monthly Price

3 Beds | 1.5 Baths | 12 Month Lease

906 Kable Wy

906 Kable Wy,
Coraopolis, PA 15108

$1,600

2 Beds | 1.5 Baths

732 Orchard Terrace

732 Orchard Terrace,
Sewickley, PA 15143

$4,000

3 Beds | 2 Baths

4078 Sanlin Dr

4078 Sanlin Dr,
Carnot-Moon, PA 15108

$1,150

2 Beds | 1 Bath

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