South Side

Home to Pittsburgh's Version of Bourbon Street
Across the Monongahela River is Pittsburgh's beautiful South Side, which boasts tons of hip bars and dining options. East Carson is said to be Pittsburgh's version of Bourbon Street if that gives you any indication of the vibe in this neighborhood. However, the area is divided into two parts - South Side Flats and the mainly residential South Side Slopes - so it also offers something for those who don't want to live around the lively East Carson.

Popular hangout spots include Acacia and Fathead's, to name a few. Additionally, the South Side Riverfront Trail offers miles of scenic hiking or cycling opportunities for those who wish to stay active. This neighborhood offer something for everyone.
What South Side Residents
Think About Their Apartments
overall
7.5
value
8.0
amenities
7.0
social
7.0
management
7.0
Median rents in South Side
Studio
$
1,250
1 Bedroom
$
1,550
2 Bedroom
$
1,950

Living in
South Side

South Side — 7.8/10 Rating (based on 5 neighborhood reviews)
I personally love Southside. It's close to Duquesne without the prices of downtown. There are grocery stores and restaurants very close by and its easy to get to campus by walking or on the shuttle. The Southside trail is also great for working out. Southside can get a bad rap but I've never felt unsafe and I love the community.
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7
/10
Neighborhood Rating
Falcon Court
It’s E Carson street, so it’s expected to have traffic sounds and hooting and cheering on the weekends. Thankfully our bedroom faces away from E Carson and into a parking lot of our apartment building - it’s surprisingly quiet. The walls are also super think here- I’ve never heard my neighbors. While south side can get roudy, you have walking distance to coffee shops, groceries, thrift stores, and bars, if that’s your jam. It’s pretty nice!
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8
/10
Neighborhood Rating
Carson Street Commons
Hard to get to Oakland via public transport. I live near south side works which is very safe, however a couple of streets up East Carson there is some crime so be aware.
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9
/10
Neighborhood Rating
Hot Metal Flats
Parking can be impossible on weekend evenings but it is worth it for the ease of access to Southside bars and restaurants. There can be a bit of noise every now and again, but it is really not a nuisance overall. Parking will likely be your biggest complaint, but you'd find that in pretty much every neighborhood in Pittsburgh.
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8
/10
Neighborhood Rating
171 South 17th Street, Apt 2
Close by to gym, grocery store, transit, and bars/restaurants.
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7
/10
Neighborhood Rating
Stella St


Getting to Know
South Side

Neighborhood Boundaries
East to West Boundaries: Josephine St to West End Bridge
North to South Boundaries: Monongahela River to Arlington Ave
dining
Birmingham Bridge Tavern
Mallorca Restaurant
Primanti Bros
Waffles Incaffeinated
grocery
Aldi
Dairy Mart
Giant Eagle
convenience
7-Eleven
CVS Pharmacy
Rite Aid
fitness
BYS Yoga
Fitness With A Twist
LA Fitness
Venture Outdoors
parks
Southside Riverfront Park
coffee
Beehive Coffee
Cup ka Joe
Delanie’s Coffee
bus
48 (bus)
51/54 (bus)
51L (bus)
75 (bus)
parking
Alco Parking - Ingot Garage
About your Neighbors
Data from the 2013 American Community Survey
Zip Codes
South Side includes zip codes 15203, 15210, and 15211
Rent vs Own
43
% of South Side residents are renters
Driving to Work
68
% of South Side residents drive to work
New Construction
8
% of housing units in South Side have been built in the last 15 years
Building Types
89
%
<20 units
3
%
20-49 units
8
%
50+ units
Demographics
Children (under 18)
8
%
18 - 34
49
%
35 - 54
22
%
55+
21
%
Unit Mix
4
%
Studio
25
%
1 Bed
39
%
2 Bed
32
%
3+ Bed
Occupation or Education
Working Professional
66
%
Undergrad Student
18
%
Grad Student
6
%
Unemployed
4
%
Retired
5
%

Best Apartments
in South Side

Hot Metal Flats
Studio $1,332
1 Bed $1,427
2 Beds $1,625

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Connection at Southside
Studio $1,500
1 Bed $1,785
2 Beds $2,465

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Grandview Pointe Apartments
2 Beds $1,616

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The Flats At SouthSide Works
1 Bed $1,445
2 Beds $2,200

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The Brix at 26
Studio $1,365
1 Bed $1,495
2 Beds $1,795

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Live South Side
2 Beds $1,548
3 Beds $1,699

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