Shadyside, Pittsburgh
Alive With Culture
Pittsburgh’s Shadyside Neighborhood
In a city built on steel but driven by culture, our Shadyside Pittsburgh rentals are located in a vibrant, residential East End neighborhood. Whether you are a single student, young professional, part of a growing family, or an empty-nester, the location of our 1- and 2-bedroom apartment rentals have a lot to offer. Shadyside Commons is just blocks away from many great colleges and universities and several of Pittsburgh’s great elementary and college preparatory schools are available for our youngest residents. The University of Pittsburgh Medical Center (UPMC) provides quality healthcare for the region and our residents love that it’s less than a mile away. Take advantage of the great outdoor spaces, numerous parks, fun activities, and museums that make the Shadyside neighborhood a great place to call home. Check out some popular points of interest below. Contact our leasing agents to schedule an in-person or virtual tour at Shadyside Commons.
Students & Professionals
Located near many of Pittsburgh’s renowned universites, Shadyside Commons offers comfortable and convenient apartment homes in a great neighborhood. Easily commute to top colleges and institutions, including the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center (UPMC), Carnegie Mellon University, Tepper School of Business, Chatham University, Duquesne University School of Law, and Carlow University.
Located just one block from public transit, many universities are only a short ride away, making our apartments a great student housing option for Pittsburgh’s students.
| Title | Address | Description |
|---|---|---|
Trinity Row | 2027 Arch St, Philadelphia, PA 19103, USA | T: 215.854.0729 A: 2027-31 Arch Street Philadelphia, PA 19103 View Website |
The Metropolitan | 117 N 15th St, Philadelphia, PA 19102, USA | T: 215.854.0729 A: 117 North 15th Street Philadelphia, PA 19102 View Website |
Packard Motor Car Building | 317 N Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19107, USA | T: 215.351.0930 A: 317 N. Broad Street Philadelphia, PA 19107 View Website |
Chocolate Works | 231 N 3rd St, Philadelphia, PA 19106, USA | T: 215.351.1535 A: 231 N 3rd Street, Philadelphia, PA 19106 View Website |
Waterfront II | 106 S Front St, Philadelphia, PA 19106, USA | T: 215.351.1535 A: 106 S. Front Street Philadelphia, PA 19106 View Website |
Sharples Works | 300 E Evans St, West Chester, PA 19380, USA | T: 610.431.2864 A: 300 E. Evans Street West Chester, PA 19380 View Website |
Shadyside Commons | 401 Amberson Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15232, USA | T: 412.200.5014 A: 401 Amberson Avenue Pittsburgh, PA 15232 |
Shadyside Today
The Shadyside neighborhood is described by VisitPittsburgh.com as “Upscale hip. Earthy undertones. Savvy style with modish sensibilities and an academic-fringe factor.” Here, you’ll find a mix of affluent families, young professionals, artists, musicians, and students.
Easy Access to Shadyside’s Best Shopping
There are plenty of unique shopping options nearby, from practical to artsy. Known for it’s galleries, vintage clothing stores, and restaurants, Ellsworth Avenue is only 1 block from our apartments. Plus Pittsburgh’s popular Walnut Street—a street packed with pharmacies, beauty shops, and upscale boutiques—is located just one half mile from your front door.
Points of Interest in Pittsburgh, PA
The History of Shadyside
The Shadyside neighborhood was named in honor of a 19th-century Pennsylvania Railroad station in the area. Shadyside is situated in the East End of Pittsburgh and home to more than 13,000 residents. It is a place where unique boutiques mingle with mainstream businesses and historic homes fill tree-lined streets steps from culinary delights and hip community events.
Our apartments for rent in the Shadyside neighborhood of Pittsburgh fit in perfectly. Shadyside Commons was formerly a family hardware business. Our building was constructed in 1903 and in each of our apartment rentals you’ll find features like exposed brick, impressive arches, and detailed cornices to match the history and unique culture of the Shadyside neighborhood.
Shopping
Aldi
Apple Store
Banana Republic
Hey Betty!
J. Crew
Moda
Roberta Weissburg Leathers
Target
Ten Toes
Toad Flax
Trader Joes
Whole Foods Market
Dining and Entertainment
Butterjoint
Church Brew Works
Girasole
La Feria
Mercurio’s
Noodlehead
Over Eden
Pamela’s Diner
Shady Grove
Umi
Arts and Culture
The Andy Warhol Museum
Carnegie Museum of Art
Carnegie Museum of Natural History
Children’s Museum of Pittsburgh
Heinz Memorial Chapel
Hillman Library
Mellon Park
The National Rooms at the Cathedral of Learning
Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Garden
Pittsburgh Center for the Arts
Schools and Universities
Carlow University
Carnegie Mellon University
Chatham University
Community College of Allegheny County
Duquesne University
Robert Morris University
Winchester Thurston
University of Pittsburgh
Businesses
Alcoa Corporate Center
Allegheny General Hospital
Carnegie Mellon University
Children’s Hospital
Fidelity Bank
Hillman Center
Kraft Heinz Company
PNC Bank
UPMC-Shadyside
West Penn Hospital