WELCOME TO

UNIVERSITY COMMONS

University Commons offers student apartments for rent in Pittsburgh, PA, designed for those seeking a safe, professionally managed place to live close to campus. Located in Oakland, this student-focused community places residents near Pitt, CMU, and Carlow, creating an environment where academic life feels accessible, and friendships often form naturally among neighbors.

Living at University Commons supports a balanced student lifestyle with a location that keeps classes, medical centers, and everyday destinations close at hand. Situated near Forbes Avenue and Fifth Avenue, the community offers easy access to Pitt, CMU, and UPMC hospitals, helping simplify daily schedules throughout the academic year.

Nearby destinations such as the Carnegie Museums, Phipps Conservatory, and the Petersen Events Center add culture and activity to student life, while Schenley Park provides green space for study breaks and outdoor time. Together, the setting and community create a housing option that feels connected, secure, and supportive of student success.

Schedule a tour today to explore University Commons and see how close campus living can feel.

WE'RE LANDLORDS, NOT SLUMLORDS

Our properties come with a full service team and many amenities focused on making your life easy.

PROFESSIONALLY MANAGED

Rent with peace of mind knowing you're choosing a trusted and reputable management company with over 25 years of experience in Pittsburgh & surrounding areas.

A VARIETY OF FLOOR PLANS

College is stressful enough- make sure your living arrangements are comfortable. Whether you are living with roommates or want your own space, we have a vast collection of one, two, three, four, and five bedroom apartments near University of Pittsburgh, each with a unique layout to suit your style and needs.

CLOSE TO CAMPUS

Say goodbye to stressful commutes and embrace the ultimate convenience of living just steps away from campus. While we can't guarantee you'll never be late to class again, we can assure you that the walk is a breeze.

YOUR COLLEGE EXPERIENCE STARTS HERE

AWARD WINNER

Walnut Capital was voted the best real estate company for several years by 40,000 students, faculty and staff in the Pitt News Best of Readers Poll. Why would you live with anyone else? See what we have available!

ROUND THE CLOCK SERVICE

Customer service is the name of the game. We know that, and we take it seriously. Not only is our staff trained to be experience makers, we have loads of extra benefits and programs to make your life living with us that much better than the place down the block.

RESIDENT EVENTS

Because who doesn't love free food, games, and getting to know their neighbors?!

AWARD WINNING MANAGEMENT

Named Pitt News Best Real Estate Company!

THE CAROLINE

Mark your calendars—The Caroline opens Fall 2027! With a prime location and student-focused amenities, it’s the place to live, study, and thrive in Oakland.

Stay tuned for sneak peeks, updates, and more as we countdown to opening day.
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FIND YOUR HAPPY PLACE

Choose a floor plan that suits you best. We have units ranging from one to five bedrooms!

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Testimonials

Great location for Pitt students, only a 10-15 minute walk from the heart of campus. Never have issues with maintenance requests, utilities, pests, or mold. Property management is responsive and kind.
- Bailey | Google

We are very happy with our University Commons apartment. The property management team is very thorough, professional, and prompt. We are also impressed with the maintenance staff. The few times we've needed their help they have also been professional and prompt. This is our first apartment and we could not imagine a better experience!
- Dave | Google

I've been with Walnut Capital for two years now and I couldn't recommend a better leasing company! The landlords are extremely responsive. Any time my apartment requires maintenance, someone is almost always in the next day to fix whatever is needed.
- Amelia | Google

As a college student it’s hard to find good, reliable housing in South Oakland! My roommate and I moved into our apartment in August and have already resigned our lease for next year. Our apartment is super spacious and provides such a nice home away from home feel! Walnut Capital is super speedy with maintenance requests too. I highly recommend to anyone interested in looking for a place to live!
- Carly | Facebook

I have lived in the University Lofts apartments for a few months now and my roommate and I already resigned our lease until 2022! Walnut Capital is very friendly, alert, and will make sure that you are left happy at the end of the day. Any problem we had has been resolved my maintenance in a timely manner. The apartments themselves are great and open with high ceilings which we love. Thank you so much Walnut Capital and University Commons for giving me my home while at Pitt!!
- Maddi | Facebook

I’ve had a great experience renting this apartment. The monthly rent is very reasonable for the area and includes several amenities that add value. Payment options are flexible and convenient, making it stress-free to manage. Overall, I’d recommend this place to anyone looking for affordability without compromising on comfort!
- Taylor - Google

I love living here!! It is affordable, has great and helpful management, and is such a close walk to pitt campus.
- Steph - Google