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Avalon, PA

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Minutes from Pittsburgh, this charming borough combines the relaxing pace of the suburbs with the amenities of the big city

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Avalon is a suburban borough on the banks of the Ohio River, just seven miles up the road from Downtown Pittsburgh. Primarily a residential community, Avalon offers a wealth of affordable rental options to suit any taste, from efficiency apartments to condos to historic houses, often catering to commuters seeking budget-friendly alternatives outside the city.

The neighboring town of Bellvue features a thriving commercial district along Lincoln Avenue, giving you easy access to a collective of cafes and specialty shops as well as practical resources like grocers, banks, and medical centers. Of course, with Pittsburgh so close at hand, you always have the city’s wealth of dining, entertainment, and nightlife at your fingertips.

Rent Trends

As of March 2025, the average apartment rent in Avalon, PA is $681 for a studio, $1,312 for one bedroom, and $1,228 for two bedrooms. Apartment rent in Avalon has increased by 16.9% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,312/month
832 Sq Ft
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Transportation

68

Somewhat Walkable

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you’ll need a car.

28

Somewhat Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Riverview Park
  • Allegheny Observatory
  • Carnegie Science Center
  • National Aviary
  • Allegheny Commons Park

Airports

  • Pittsburgh International

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Methodology

† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.

Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.

Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2025.