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Student Housing in Pittsburgh, PA
About Student Housing in Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania is a mid-sized city built where three rivers meet, and it's one of the most student-heavy places in the state thanks to the University of Pittsburgh, Duquesne University, Carnegie Mellon, and more. The center of gravity is Oakland, the academic heart of the city, where Pitt and CMU sit side by side; Duquesne perches on its bluff above downtown. Pittsburgh is famously a city of neighborhoods stitched together by rivers, hills, and bridges. Students get a lot of city for a manageable scale: the cultural district, the museums and Schenley Park, the riverfront trails, and a pro sports scene the city rallies around. Beyond Oakland, walkable Squirrel Hill and polished Shadyside offer leafy streets, while the South Side brings nightlife.
Best Neighborhoods for Students in Pittsburgh
Oakland
The academic core, home to Pitt and CMU and packed with student housing, libraries, museums, and Schenley Park, the default if you want to be in the middle of campus life.
Squirrel Hill
A short ride east, prized for its walkability, green space, and reliable transit, a favorite among graduate students.
Shadyside
The polished option, with tree-lined streets and a boutique commercial corridor.
Getting Around Pittsburgh as a Student
Here's what you need to know about getting around Pittsburgh.