Albion Lawrenceville
5275 Butler St,
Pittsburgh, PA 15201
$1,841 - $4,301 Total Monthly Price
Studio - 2 Beds
Carnegie Mellon University
Pittsburgh, PA
Carnegie Mellon University - Pittsburgh, PA Area Guide
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 April 2026, the average apartment rent in Pittsburgh, PA is $1,226 for a studio, $1,419 for one bedroom, $1,688 for two bedrooms, and $1,981 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Pittsburgh has increased by 0.5% in the past year.
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Studio
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476 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$1,226/month
Average Rent
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1 BR
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682 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$1,419/month
Average Rent
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2 BR
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951 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$1,688/month
Average Rent
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3 BR
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1,216 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$1,981/month
Average Rent
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Carnegie Mellon University - Pittsburgh, PA (University) is for everyday living.
Exceptionally Walkable
Walkability
90
/ 100
Strong Public Transit
Transit
80
/ 100
Very Drivable
Drivability
80
/ 100
Moderately Bikeable
Bikeability
70
/ 100
Daily Essentials
Carnegie Mellon University - Pittsburgh, PA (University) offers all daily essentials, but they’re limited to a few main areas.
Supermarket Within a 5 Minute Walk
Groceries
90
/ 100
Good Restaurant Variety Nearby
Restaurants
70
/ 100
Good Café Variety Nearby
Cafes
60
/ 100
Good Variety of Shops Nearby
Shopping
60
/ 100
Recreation
Carnegie Mellon University - Pittsburgh, PA (University) provides ample green space and fitness centers within easy reach.
Exceptional Amount of Park Space Nearby
Parks
100
/ 100
Good Wellness Amenity Variety Nearby
Wellness
70
/ 100
Local Vibe
Get a sense of what it’s like to live in Carnegie Mellon University - Pittsburgh, PA (University) from everyday activity to noise and nightlife.
Vibrant Atmosphere
Vibrancy
60
/ 100
Fair Nightlife Variety Nearby
Nightlife
50
/ 100
Very Noisy
Quiet Score
20
/ 100
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Points of Interest
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Parks and Recreation
- Carnegie Museum of Natural History
- Schenley Park
- Phipps Conservatory and Gardens
- Chatham Arboretum
- Frick Environmental Center
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Military Bases
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- Pittsburgh International
- Arnold Palmer Regional
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