Carnegie Mellon University

Pittsburgh, PA

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Carnegie Mellon University - Pittsburgh, PA

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Groundbreaking research and an exceptional academic experience in east Pittsburgh

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Founded by one of America’s most legendary titans of industry in 1900, Carnegie Mellon University is renowned for its superb science and engineering programs as well as its groundbreaking College of Fine Arts. The university has cultivated a unique set of traditions, which include the annual robotics competition, the highly ceremonial painting of the central Fence, and performances by the universities bagpipe band.

Rental rates near campus vary significantly, with some of the most affordable apartments and houses available in the Oakland Square Historic District. The relatively compact campus sits right next door to the University of Pittsburgh, creating a pocket of the city that is more or less dominated by collegiate culture. The enormous and beautiful Schenley Park borders CMU’s south side, giving you direct access to the trails, botanical gardens, and sports fields any time. Downtown Pittsburgh is just three miles away, making it easy to hop over for sporting events, concerts, or just a night out on the town.

Rent Trends

As of July 2025, the average apartment rent in Pittsburgh, PA is $1,196 for a studio, $1,383 for one bedroom, $1,637 for two bedrooms, and $1,907 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Pittsburgh has increased by 3.1% in the past year.

  • Studio

  • 473 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,196/month

    Average Rent

  • 1 BR

  • 684 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,383/month

    Average Rent

  • 2 BR

  • 949 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,637/month

    Average Rent

  • 3 BR

  • 1,208 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,907/month

    Average Rent

Transportation

68

Somewhat Walkable

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you’ll need a car.

36

Some Transit

out of 100 TransitScore® Rating

You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.

53

Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

While there’s some bike infrastructure in this area, you’ll still need a car for many errands.

Schools

Eisenhower Elementary School

Public

Grades K-4

516 Students

Baker Elementary School

Public

Grades K-4

433 Students

Streams Elementary School

Public

Grades K-4

449 Students

Jefferson Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

314 Students

Reserve Primary School

Public

Grades K-3

120 Students

Pittsburgh Science And Technology Academy 6-12

Public

Grades PK & 6-12

616 Students

North Hills Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

1,070 Students

Dorseyville Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

967 Students

Pittsburgh Capa 6-12

Public

Grades 6-12

845 Students

Mellon Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

635 Students

Mt Lebanon Senior High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,840 Students

Fox Chapel Area High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,283 Students

Upper Saint Clair High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,288 Students

Pittsburgh Science And Technology Academy 6-12

Public

Grades PK & 6-12

616 Students

Pittsburgh Capa 6-12

Public

Grades 6-12

845 Students

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Carnegie Museum of Natural History
  • Schenley Park
  • Phipps Conservatory and Gardens
  • Chatham Arboretum
  • Frick Environmental Center

Airports

  • Pittsburgh International
  • Arnold Palmer Regional

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Methodology

† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.

Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.

Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in June 2025.