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(412) 515-3980
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259 Melwood Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15213

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Dakota

259 Melwood Ave
Pittsburgh, PA 15213
(412) 515-3980
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  • Studio–1 Bedrooms
  • $795-$960 Pricing
  • 305–470 Square Feet

About Dakota

Dakota is located in the North Oakland Neighborhood and 15213 Zip code of Pittsburgh, PA. This community is professionally managed by Mozart Management

Property Contact Info

Call Us:
(412) 515-3980
Ask About Our Move-In Specials

Floorplan Pricing and Availability

Dakota offers Studio to 1 Bedroom apartments starting from $795 and having 305–470 sq ft. Here is the current pricing and availability:

  • Studio

    Licklider

    $795

    Studio, 1 Bath, 305 sq ft
    Available Jul 1

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    Floorplans

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtDepositPhotosView Details
    $795 July 1, 2026DK-208305$975
    $795 September 1, 2026DK-108305$975

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning

    Unique Features

    • Fully Equipped Kitchens
    • Other
    • Terrazzo Flooring

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price

    • $795

    Deposit

    • $975 deposit

    Unit DK-208 Gallery

    Photos

    Unit DK-208 Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning

    Flooring

    • Terrazzo Flooring

    Unique Features

    • Fully Equipped Kitchens
    • Other

    Unit DK-208 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $795

    Deposit

    • $975 deposit

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $795

    Unit DK-108 Gallery

    Photos

    Unit DK-108 Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning

    Flooring

    • Terrazzo Flooring

    Unique Features

    • Fully Equipped Kitchens
    • Other

    Unit DK-108 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $795

    Deposit

    • $975 deposit

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $795

    Berners-Lee

    $890

    Studio, 1 Bath, 470 sq ft
    Available Aug 21

    Model Gallery

    Floorplans

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtDepositPhotos
    $890 August 21, 2026DK-101470$1,082

    Unit DK-101 Gallery

    Photos

    Unit DK-101 Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning

    Flooring

    • Terrazzo Flooring

    Unique Features

    • Fully Equipped Kitchens
    • Other

    Unit DK-101 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $890

    Deposit

    • $1,082 deposit

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $890

  • 1 Bedroom

    Roberts

    $960

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 390 sq ft
    Available Jul 1

    Model Gallery

    Floorplans

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtDepositPhotosView Details
    $960 July 1, 2026DK-106390$1,160
    $960 August 1, 2026DK-205390$1,160
    $960 August 1, 2026DK-506390$1,160

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning

    Unique Features

    • Fully Equipped Kitchens
    • Other
    • Terrazzo Flooring

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price

    • $960

    Deposit

    • $1,160 deposit

    Unit DK-106 Gallery

    Photos

    Unit DK-106 Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning

    Unique Features

    • Fully Equipped Kitchens
    • Other
    • Terrazzo Flooring

    Unit DK-106 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $960

    Deposit

    • $1,160 deposit

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $960

    Unit DK-205 Gallery

    Photos

    Unit DK-205 Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning

    Flooring

    • Terrazzo Flooring

    Unique Features

    • Fully Equipped Kitchens
    • Other

    Unit DK-205 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $960

    Deposit

    • $1,160 deposit

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $960

    Unit DK-506 Gallery

    Photos

    Unit DK-506 Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning

    Flooring

    • Terrazzo Flooring

    Unique Features

    • Fully Equipped Kitchens
    • Other

    Unit DK-506 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $960

    Deposit

    • $1,160 deposit

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $960
Price shown is base rent. Excludes user-selected optional fees and variable or usage-based fees and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out. View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.

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Property Information

  • 41 Units
  • 5 Stories
  • Built in 1927

Lease Terms

  • 4 - 12 mo
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Fees and Policies

The fees listed below are community-provided and may exclude utilities or add-ons. All payments are made directly to the property and are non-refundable unless otherwise specified.

Required Fees

One-Time Basics

Due at Application
Application FeeiCharged Per Applicant.$60.00
Administrative FeeiCharged Per Unit.$295.00
Utility DepositiCharged Per Unit.12.0% of base rent
Security Deposit - RefundableiCharged Per Unit.100.0% of base rent
Due at Move-In
Advance Rent PaymentiCharged per unit.$995.00

Utilities

Technology FeeiCharged Per Unit.$85.00/mo
Monthly ChargesiCharged per unit.$85.00/mo

Other Fees and Policies

Personal Add-Ons

Permits/Openers DepositsiCharged per unit.$50.00

Pet Fees

Cat
Monthly Pet FeeiMax of 2. Charged Per Pet.$45.00/mo
Comments:

Max of 2.

Dog
Monthly Pet FeeiMax of 2. Charged Per Pet.$45.00/mo
Comments:

Max of 2.

Parking Fees

Other
Parking DepositiCharged Per Vehicle.$50.00
Surface Lot
Parking FeeiCharged Per Vehicle.$70.00/mo

Property Fee Disclaimer: Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.

Features and Amenities

Unique Amenities

  • Fully Equipped Kitchens
  • Nonsmoking Building
  • Other
  • Terrazzo Flooring

On-Site Services

  • Laundry Facilities

Community Features

  • Elevator

Outdoor Features

  • Gated
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259 Melwood Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15213

Hours and Contact Info

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(412) 515-3980
Monday9:00 am–5:00 pm
Tuesday9:00 am–5:00 pm
Wednesday9:00 am–5:00 pm
Thursday9:00 am–5:00 pm
Friday9:00 am–5:00 pm
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SundayClosed
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dakota

Where is Dakota located?

Dakota is located at 259 Melwood Ave near the North Oakland area of Pittsburgh, PA

What is the current rent range at Dakota?

Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments at Dakota currently range from $795 to $960

When is the leasing office open?

  • The office Hours for Dakota are
  • Monday 9:00 am–5:00 pm
  • Tuesday 9:00 am–5:00 pm
  • Wednesday 9:00 am–5:00 pm
  • Thursday 9:00 am–5:00 pm
  • Friday 9:00 am–5:00 pm
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed

Are pets allowed?

Call us today to find out our pet policy and if we allow pets

Lifestyle Ratings

  • Affordability Great Value3.8

    The Dakota Apartments are 38.25% cheaper than the average apartment in the North Oakland area, and 46.9% cheaper than the average apartment city-wide.

    Rent Comparison to the North Oakland Neighborhood

    FloorplanLowest Price HereNeighborhood Avg RentNbhd Avg RentCost Difference%
    Studio$795$1,232-$437-35.5%
    1 Bedroom$960$1,626-$666-41.0%

    Rent Comparison to the city of Pittsburgh

    FloorplanLowest Price HereCity Average RentCost Difference%
    Studio$795$1,562-$767-49.1%
    1 Bedroom$960$1,735-$775-44.7%

    Methodology: On 04/11/2026, ApartmentHomeLiving.com compared current rents by floorplan to 306 other apartment communities in the immediate area around Dakota (North Oakland), and 3254 other apartment communities in Pittsburgh using today’s up-to-date pricing using the sum/count averaging formula. This data will be updated in real-time as prices fluctuate.

    Rent Pricing Data as of 04/11/2026

  • Transit Friendly 3.0

    Transit Friendly apartments feature a fantastic location and great access to local mass transit.

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Nearby Schools

Pittsburgh Science And Technology Academy 6-12

Pittsburgh Public Schools
107 Thackeray Avenue
Public School - Grades PK-12 (616 Students)
In Attendance Zone2 minute drive / 0.7 miles away
8/10
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Points of Interest

Time and distance from Dakota.

Arts Museums and Landmarks

The Andy Warhol Museum

117 Sandusky St
5 minute drive / 2.75 miles away

Pittsburgh Childrens Museum

10 Children's Way - Allegheny Square
6 minute drive / 3.21 miles away

Big Box and Retail

Aldi

5200 Penn Ave
3 minute drive / 1.13 miles away

Target

6231 Penn Ave
5 minute drive / 1.68 miles away

Goodwill

1118 Chislett St
4 minute drive / 2.18 miles away

Colleges and Universities

Carnegie Mellon University

5000 Forbes Ave
1 minute drive / 0.45 miles away

University of Pittsburgh - Pittsburgh Campus

4200 Fifth Avenue
1 minute drive / 0.57 miles away

Carlow College

3333 Fifth Ave
3 minute drive / 1.04 miles away

Groceries

Aldi

5200 Penn Ave
3 minute drive / 1.13 miles away

Giant Eagle

1901 Murray Ave
5 minute drive / 1.75 miles away

Save-A-Lot

725 Ross Ave
7 minute drive / 3.5 miles away

Hospitals

Upmc Presbyterian Shadyside

200 Lothrop Street
2 minute drive / 0.8 miles away

West Penn Hospital

4800 Friendship Avenue
2 minute drive / 0.88 miles away

Magee Womens Hospital Of Upmc Health System

300 Halket Street
3 minute drive / 1.02 miles away

Parks and Recreation

Phipps Conservatory

1 Schenley Park Pittsburgh
3 minute drive / 1.09 miles away

The Pittsburgh Zoo

7340 Butler Street
5 minute drive / 2.78 miles away

Gateway Clippers

350 West Station Square Drive
6 minute drive / 3.18 miles away

Dakota has 3 parks within 3.2 miles, including Phipps Conservatory, The Pittsburgh Zoo, and Gateway Clippers.

Shopping Centers

Centre Plaza

4815 Centre Ave
1 minute drive / 0.29 miles away

Shadyside Village

810-830 S Aiken Ave
2 minute drive / 0.74 miles away

5445 Centre

486 S Graham St
2 minute drive / 0.84 miles away

Dakota has 5 shopping centers within 1.5 miles.

Transit Stations

Steel Plaza-47L Library

567 Forbes Ave
5 minute drive / 2.5 miles away

Steel Plaza-42C Castle Shannon

567 Forbes Ave
5 minute drive / 2.5 miles away

Steel Plaza-47S South Hills Village

567 Forbes Ave
5 minute drive / 2.5 miles away

Nearby Neighborhoods

North Oakland

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Upper Hill

Studio to 7 Bedroom Apartments from $690
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Middle Hill

Studio to 7 Bedroom Apartments from $699
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Rental Price Ranges in the Area

BedroomAverage RentCheapest RentHighest Rent
Pittsburgh Studio Apartments $1,562$595$7,805
Pittsburgh 1 Bedroom Apartments $1,735$350$10,000+
Pittsburgh 2 Bedroom Apartments $2,055$750$7,985
Pittsburgh 3 Bedroom Apartments $2,141$1,050$7,629
Pittsburgh 4 Bedroom Apartments $2,602$1,225$6,060
Pittsburgh 5 Bedroom Apartments $8,313$2,950$10,000+
Pittsburgh 6 Bedroom Apartments $3,647$3,095$4,200

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