Off-campus housing

Amberson Gardens

5 Bayard Rd, Pittsburgh, PA 15213

Apartment building

1-3 beds

Off-campus housingThis community is close to campus, and is convenient for students.

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Unit , sortable column	Sqft, sortable column	Available, sortable column	Base rent, sorted ascending
Room for rent 2 bd, 2 ba 1 housemate	1,270	Now	Fees may apply $999
Unit 513 2 bd, 2 ba	1,157	Now	Fees may apply $2,250

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Neighborhood: Shadyside

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Walk Score^®

/ 100

Very Walkable

Transit Score^®

/ 100

Excellent Transit

Bike Score^®

/ 100

Very Bikeable

Nearby schools in Pittsburgh

Pittsburgh Colfax K-8

Grades K-8 • 2 miles

7/10

GreatSchools^® Rating

Test Score Rating

9/10

Student Progress Rating

5/10

Pittsburgh Allderdice High School

Grades 9-12 • 2 miles

6/10

GreatSchools^® Rating

Test Score Rating

6/10

College Readiness Rating

8/10

Student Progress Rating

2/10

Historic Area
Historic homes and older architecture give Shadyside’s residential streets a distinctive character.
Shopping Scene
Walnut Street and Ellsworth Avenue offer a concentrated mix of shops, cafés and restaurants.
Green Spaces
Mellon Park provides gardens, lawns and outdoor event space within the neighborhood.
Transit Access
Bus routes connect Shadyside with downtown Pittsburgh and nearby districts.

Shadyside sits east of downtown Pittsburgh, with tree-lined streets, historic homes and a walkable commercial spine along Walnut Street. The area experiences four distinct seasons, with cold winters and warm, humid summers. The neighborhood’s parks include Mellon Park, known for its gardens and outdoor events, and nearby Schenley Park offers trails and open space; the neighborhood also has playgrounds and a public library. Walnut Street and Ellsworth Avenue bring together independent shops, cafés, restaurants and bars, while cultural venues and galleries add to the local arts scene. Pittsburgh’s history is visible in Shadyside’s older architecture and established streetscapes. Walking is practical for daily errands, and bus routes connect the neighborhood with downtown and nearby districts; cycling is another option. The Shadyside neighborhood’s median rent is $1,929 per month, with a typical range of $650 to $7,000.

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Amberson Gardens located, and what is the neighborhood like?

Amberson Gardens is located at 5 Bayard Rd in Shadyside, Pittsburgh, PA. The surrounding area includes multiple restaurants and cafes within 2 miles, such as Butterjoint, Pamela's P&G Diner, and Jitters Cafe Shadyside.

What hospitals and medical facilities are near Amberson Gardens?

The closest hospitals and medical facilities to Amberson Gardens include North Tower At Upmc Shadyside (0.2 miles away), UPMC Shadyside (0.2 miles away), and Hillman Cancer Center (0.2 miles away).

What schools are assigned to Amberson Gardens?

The schools assigned to Amberson Gardens include Pittsburgh Colfax K-8 and Pittsburgh Allderdice High School.

What are the grocery stores and everyday shopping options near Amberson Gardens?

Amberson Gardens is located near 5 grocery stores, including Bloomfield Saturday Market (0.5 miles) and ALDI (0.5 miles). Additional shopping options, including Kawaii Gifts, are approximately 0.4 miles away.

What colleges and universities are near Amberson Gardens?

Amberson Gardens is located within 0.6 miles of Carnegie Mellon University, 0.7 miles of The Fence, and 0.8 miles of Pitt English Department.