Beautifully refreshed 2-bedroom apartment in a classic brick home full of character located in the Perry North / Observatory Hill area. This property blends historic charm with modern updates, featuring fresh paint, updated flooring, and bright, open living spaces throughout.
Step inside to a spacious layout with tall ceilings, large windows, and detailed trim work, giving the unit a much more open and inviting feel than typical apartments in this price range. The kitchen includes clean white cabinetry, full-size appliances, and plenty of space for cooking and dining.
The building offers a welcoming front porch and quiet residential setting, perfect for relaxing while still being just minutes from Downtown Pittsburgh, North Shore, and major highways.
Enjoy simple, predictable living with a flat utility fee covering electric, gas, and water no surprise bills each month.
Pet-friendly (case-by-case), making this a great option for those looking for flexibility and space.
Lease Terms
Lease Duration: 12-month lease preferred (flexible options may be considered (short term for traveling nurses/doctors ext)
Monthly Rent: $1,300
Utilities: Flat $300/month (covers electric, gas, and water)
Security Deposit: Equal to one month's rent (deposit payment plan available for qualified tenants)
Pets:
Pets allowed on a case-by-case basis
Pet Fee: $50/month per pet
Additional deposit may apply depending on pet
Requirements:
Background and credit check required
Income verification required (typically 2.5 3x rent)
Renters insurance recommended
Policies:
No smoking inside the unit
Tenants responsible for maintaining cleanliness and reporting maintenance issues
Additional Info:
Utilities billed as a flat monthly fee for simplicity and predictability
Parking available
Showings available May 6th May 8th (flexible scheduling)
Apartment for rent
Accepts Zillow applications
$1,100/moFees may apply
42 Watson Blvd, APT 1, Pittsburgh, PA 15214
2beds
1,050sqft
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Apartment
Available now
Cats, dogs OK
Air conditioner, window unit
Shared laundry
Off street parking
Baseboard
What's special
Fresh paintDetailed trim workWelcoming front porchFull-size appliancesQuiet residential settingTall ceilingsLarge windows
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Baseboard
Cooling
- Air Conditioner, Window Unit
Appliances
- Included: Oven, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Shared
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,050 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Off Street
- Details: Contact manager
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Apartment
- Property subtype: Apartment
Building
Management
- Pets allowed: Yes
Community & HOA
HOA
- Amenities included: Parking
Location
- Region: Pittsburgh
Financial & listing details
- Lease term: 1 Year
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/21/2026 | Price change | $1,100-15.4%$1/sqft |
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| 5/27/2026 | Price change | $1,300+8.3%$1/sqft |
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| 5/1/2026 | Listed for rent | $1,200-26.1%$1/sqft |
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| 3/7/2025 | Listing removed | $1,623$2/sqft |
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| 1/21/2025 | Listed for rent | $1,623$2/sqft |
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Neighborhood: Perry North
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Pittsburgh Morrow K-5Grades: PK-8Distance: 1.6 mi
- 2/10Pittsburgh Perry High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.9 mi







