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(412) 231-9255
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294 McKee Pl, Pittsburgh, PA 15213

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The Caroline at University Commons

294 McKee Pl
Pittsburgh, PA 15213
(412) 231-9255
The Caroline at University Commons in Pittsburgh, PA - Building Photo

About The Caroline at University Commons

THE WAIT IS OVER AND IT'S. SO. GOOD. If you're looking for ordinary student housing, this isn't it. The Caroline isn't ordinary. Fully furnished apartments. Spaces you'll actually want to leave your room for. Amenities with personality. Eleven stories of city views. And the kind of place your friends somehow end up at every weekend. The Caroline is now pre-leasing for the 2027-2028 school year! Tour today to get first pick of floor plans, coordinate with your roommates, and be among the first to call Oakland's newest apartment community home.

The Caroline at University Commons is located in the Central Oakland Neighborhood and 15213 Zip code of Pittsburgh, PA. This community is professionally managed by Walnut Capital

Property Contact Info

Office Hours

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
SaturdayBy Appointment
SundayClosed

Floorplan Pricing and Availability

  • 1 Bedroom

    1 Bed, 1 bath

    1 Bed, 1 Bath
    Available Soon

    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnit
    Available Soon1 Bed, 1 bath

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Balcony
    • Cable Ready
    • Smoke Free
    • Tenant Controlled HVAC
    • Tub/Shower
    • Washer/Dryer

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Gas Range
    • Kitchen
    • Oven
    • Range
    • Refrigerator
  • 2 Bedrooms

    2 Beds, 1 bath

    2 Beds, 1 Bath
    Available Soon

    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnit
    Available Soon2 Beds, 1 bath

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Balcony
    • Cable Ready
    • Smoke Free
    • Tenant Controlled HVAC
    • Tub/Shower
    • Washer/Dryer

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Gas Range
    • Kitchen
    • Oven
    • Range
    • Refrigerator
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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Call us at: (412) 231-9255 to request a tour.

Property Information

  • 162 Units
  • 12 Stories
  • Built in 2027
  • Furnished

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.

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Required Fees

One-Time Basics

Administrative FeeiCharged Per Applicant.$150.00

Other Fees and Policies

Pet Policy and Fees

No Pets Allowed

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

  • Golf And Multi-sport Simulator
  • Laundry Facilities In-building & In-unit
  • Public Transportation & Pitt Shuttle
  • Reserved Parking Available

On-Site Services

  • Maintenance On Site
  • 24 Hour Access
  • Laundry Facilities

Community Features

  • Clubhouse
  • Lounge
  • Elevator

Outdoor Features

  • Courtyard
  • Patio

Recreation and Fitness

  • Fitness Center

Interior Features

  • Balcony
  • Tenant Controlled Hvac
  • Tub/Shower
  • Cable Ready
  • Washer/Dryer
  • Air Conditioning
  • Smoke Free

Kitchen Amenities

  • Gas Range
  • Kitchen
  • Dishwasher
  • Oven
  • Range
  • Refrigerator

Living Area Features

  • High Ceilings
  • Carpet
  • Hardwood Floors

Student Features

  • Shuttle To Campus
  • Roommate Matching
  • Walk To Campus

Pet Policy

  • No Pets Allowed
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294 McKee Pl, Pittsburgh, PA 15213

Getting Around

  • 100 / 100 Exceptionally walkable

    All day-to-day needs are within a few minutes' walk

  • 90 / 100 Exceptional public transit

    Near a wide variety of rapid transit and/or frequent bus lines

  • 60 / 100 Moderately bikeable

    Suitable for bicycle commuting and/or recreation

  • 50 / 100 Fairly car friendly

    Arteries nearby, but traffic congestion and parking problems are possible

Scores provided by Local Logic details

Getting to Know the Area

  • 90 / 100 Restaurants

    Exceptional variety of restaurants within a few minutes

  • 100 / 100 Cafes

    Exceptional variety of cafés within a few minutes

  • 90 / 100 Nightlife

    Exceptional variety of bars right within a few minutes

  • 80 / 100 Shopping

    Wide variety of shops within a few minutes

  • 90 / 100 Parks

    Exceptionally large amount of park space within a few minutes

  • 60 / 100 Noise Level

    Few sources of noise nearby

Scores provided by Local Logic

Frequently Asked Questions about The Caroline at University Commons

Where is The Caroline at University Commons located?

The Caroline at University Commons is located at 294 McKee Pl near the Central Oakland area of Pittsburgh, PA

What is the current rent range at The Caroline at University Commons?

Call us today for rates on the 1 Bedroom to 2 options at The Caroline at University Commons

When is the leasing office open?

  • The office Hours for The Caroline at University Commons 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 By Appointment
  • Sunday Closed

Are pets allowed?

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

Lifestyle Ratings

  • Student Living 3.0

    Rentals that are highly rated for the Student Living Lifestyle rating have top features and amenities that benefit students and others who enjoy living the student lifestyle.

    Rating Factors

    This 3.0-star Student Living rating is based on the following features:

    • Walk To Campus
    • Roommate Matching
    • Shuttle To Campus
    • Washer/Dryer In Unit
    • Elevator(s)
    • 24 Hour Access
    • Fitness Center
    • Tenant Controlled HVAC
    • Smoke Free Options
    • Maintenance on site
    • Laundry Facilities
    • Patios
    • High Ceilings
    • Refrigerators
    • Ranges
    • Ovens
    • Dishwashers
    • Kitchens
    • Air Conditioning
    • Clubhouse
    • Tub/Showers
    • Balconies
    • Lounge
    • Cable Ready
    • Courtyard
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Nearby Schools

Pittsburgh Allderdice High School

Pittsburgh Public Schools
2409 Shady Avenue
Public School - Grades 9-12 (1386 Students)
In Attendance Zone4 minute drive / 2.2 miles away
6/10

Pittsburgh Greenfield K-8

Pittsburgh Public Schools
1 Alger Street
Public School - Grades PK-8 (396 Students)
In Attendance Zone3 minute drive / 1.1 miles away
7/10
School data provided by GreatSchools.
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Points of Interest

Time and distance from The Caroline at University Commons.

Arts Museums and Landmarks

The Andy Warhol Museum

117 Sandusky St
4 minute drive / 2.29 miles away

Pittsburgh Childrens Museum

10 Children's Way - Allegheny Square
6 minute drive / 2.98 miles away

Big Box and Retail

Aldi

2628 E Carson St
2 minute drive / 0.99 miles away

Target

6231 Penn Ave
5 minute drive / 2.49 miles away

Goodwill

1118 Chislett St
6 minute drive / 3.05 miles away

Colleges and Universities

Carlow College

3333 Fifth Ave
1 minute drive / 0.2 miles away

University of Pittsburgh - Pittsburgh Campus

4200 Fifth Avenue
1 minute drive / 0.32 miles away

Carnegie Mellon University

5000 Forbes Ave
2 minute drive / 0.85 miles away

Groceries

Aldi

2628 E Carson St
2 minute drive / 0.99 miles away

Giant Eagle

1901 Murray Ave
5 minute drive / 1.99 miles away

Save-A-Lot

725 Ross Ave
8 minute drive / 3.99 miles away

Hospitals

Upmc Montefiore

3459 Fifth Ave
1 minute drive / 0.1 miles away

Upmc Presbyterian

200 Lothrop Street
1 minute drive / 0.13 miles away

Upmc Magee-Womens Hospital

300 Halket Street
1 minute drive / 0.2 miles away

Parks and Recreation

Phipps Conservatory

1 Schenley Park Pittsburgh
1 minute drive / 0.59 miles away

Gateway Clippers

350 West Station Square Drive
5 minute drive / 2.51 miles away

The Pittsburgh Zoo

7340 Butler Street
7 minute drive / 3.65 miles away

The Caroline at University Commons has 3 parks within 3.7 miles, including Phipps Conservatory, Gateway Clippers, and The Pittsburgh Zoo.

Shopping Centers

Wharton Square

1937-2021 Wharton St
3 minute drive / 1.06 miles away

Auba Triangle Shops

1860 Centre Ave
3 minute drive / 1.11 miles away

Wharton Shopping Center

2000 Wharton St
3 minute drive / 1.12 miles away

The Caroline at University Commons has 5 shopping centers within 1.2 miles.

Transit Stations

Steel Plaza-47L Library

567 Forbes Ave
5 minute drive / 1.89 miles away

Steel Plaza-42C Castle Shannon

567 Forbes Ave
5 minute drive / 1.89 miles away

Steel Plaza-47S South Hills Village

567 Forbes Ave
5 minute drive / 1.89 miles away

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Rental Price Ranges in the Area

BedroomAverage RentCheapest RentHighest Rent
Pittsburgh Studio Apartments $1,624$308$4,500
Pittsburgh 1 Bedroom Apartments $1,750$500$4,500
Pittsburgh 2 Bedroom Apartments $2,048$689$6,000
Pittsburgh 3 Bedroom Apartments $2,189$650$6,400
Pittsburgh 4 Bedroom Apartments $2,199$1,275$3,500
Pittsburgh 5 Bedroom Apartments $3,207$1,900$4,128
Pittsburgh 6 Bedroom Apartments $4,695$4,395$5,195

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