Quick answer
University district, Pitt and CMU campuses, dense, student energy; 1BR $1,100–1,500
Neighborhood Guide · 2026
Oakland, Pittsburgh
University district, Pitt and CMU campuses, dense, student energy; 1BR $1,100–1,500
Pittsburgh Housing Costs — 2026
Median 1BR rent
$1,280/mo
Median 2BR rent
$1,580/mo
Median home price
$225K
Avg utilities
$145/mo
City-wide medians. Oakland rents may vary above or below depending on building vintage and unit type.Full Pittsburgh breakdown →
Other Neighborhoods in Pittsburgh
Compare Oakland with other popular areas.
Squirrel Hill
Jewish community, walkable, excellent restaurants, CMU adjacent, safest neighborhood; 1BR $1,200–1,600
Lawrenceville
Breweries, galleries, converted industrial, most gentrified and creative; 1BR $1,300–1,700
Shadyside
Upscale, walkable Walnut Street, boutique shopping, Pitt adjacent; 1BR $1,300–1,700
East Liberty / Friendship
Gentrifying, Google and Uber offices nearby, cafes and restaurants; 1BR $1,100–1,500
South Side (East Carson St)
Bars and nightlife, working-class roots, young crowd, Mount Washington views; 1BR $1,000–1,400
Mount Washington / Grandview
Panoramic downtown views, residential, incline access, quiet; 1BR $1,000–1,400
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Oakland a good neighborhood in Pittsburgh?
University district, Pitt and CMU campuses, dense, student energy; 1BR $1,100–1,500
What is the rent in Oakland, Pittsburgh?
Pittsburgh citywide median 1BR rent is $1,280/mo. Oakland pricing varies from the city average depending on building age, proximity to transit, and in-unit amenities. Studio units in Pittsburgh often run 15–20% below the 1BR median.
What is Oakland in Pittsburgh known for?
University district, Pitt and CMU campuses, dense, student energy; 1BR $1,100–1,500
How does Oakland compare to other Pittsburgh neighborhoods?
Oakland is one of 7 notable neighborhoods in Pittsburgh. Other options include Squirrel Hill, Lawrenceville, Shadyside.
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