Garfield Commons

242 Fern St, Pittsburgh, PA 15201

Last Updated: 2 Days Ago
Monthly Rent
$1,170 - $1,400
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Bedrooms
2 - 5
Bathrooms
1.5
Sq. Ft.
1,272 - 1,818 sq ft

Pricing and Floor Plans

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Two Bedroom

$1,170
2 Beds, 1.5 Baths
1,295 - 1,818 Sq. Ft.
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2 Available Units
Unit
Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
255
$1,170
1,295
Now
5038
$1,170
1,311
Now

Three Bedroom

$1,343
3 Beds, 1.5 Baths
1,272 - 1,281 Sq. Ft.
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3 Available Units
Unit
Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
0013
$1,343
1,281
Now
5166
$1,343
1,281
Now
5340
$1,343
1,272
Sep. 30
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Details

Property Information

  • Built in 2009
  • 225 units2 stories

Fees & Policies

The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.

One-Time Basics

  • Deposit
    Varies by unit

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Property Highlights

  • Access to Public Transportation
  • Cable and Internet Ready
  • Central Heat and Air
  • Community Playground
  • Hardwood Style Flooring
  • Maintenance Free Living
  • Modern Kitchens with Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Onlines Payment and Online Work Orders
  • Parking Available
  • Plus Electric
  • Private Entrances
  • Relaxing Community in a Residential Area
  • Resident Community Room
  • Sleek Black Appliances at Garfield Commons
  • Storage Available
  • Washer and Dryer Included
  • Window Coverings Included
  • Wooded Views Available

Apartment Features

  • Heating
  • Patio

Community Features

  • Income Restricted
  • Playground
  • Property Manager on Site
  • Walk-Up

Map of Garfield Commons

Area Scores

Walkability

Very walkable

Transit

Some public transit

Driveability

Fairly drivable

Bikeability

Moderately bikeable

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Soundscore

Active

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Transit

Commuter Rail

11 min Drive

Amtrak

Airport

Pittsburgh International

36 min Drive

Pittsburgh International

Moving to Garfield, Pittsburgh, PA

Shopping Centers

Shoppers will appreciate Garfield Commons proximity to Eastside, Shadyside Plaza, and The Meridian. Eastside is 1.3 miles away, and Shadyside Plaza is within a 23 minute walk.

Commuting

With a TransitScore of 50, Garfield Commons has some public transit, including 8 transit stops within 38.3 miles. Transit options include Steel Plaza and Wood Street.

Parks and Recreation

Recreational activities near Garfield Commons are plentiful. Discover 5 parks within 3.5 miles, including Pittsburgh Zoo, Highland Park, and Chatham Arboretum.

Airports

Living in Garfield provides easy access to Pittsburgh International, located just 35 minutes from Garfield Commons. Another nearby airport is Arnold Palmer Regional, located 41.3 miles away.

Local Education

Primary and Secondary Schools

GreatSchools rating: 5 out of 10

Pittsburgh Arsenal K-5

Grades PK-5

Public

GreatSchools rating: 5 out of 10

Pittsburgh Arsenal 6-8

Grades PK-8

Public

Not rated

St Raphael Elementary School

Grades PK-8

Private

Not rated

The Neighborhood Academy

Grades 6-12

Private

GreatSchools rating: 3 out of 10

Pittsburgh Milliones 6-12

Grades 6-12

Public

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Colleges and Universities

School Commute Time (Distance)
Chatham University Drive: 6 min (2.1 mi)
Carnegie Mellon University Drive: 6 min (2.6 mi)
University of Pittsburgh Drive: 7 min (2.9 mi)
Carlow College Drive: 8 min (3.6 mi)

About Garfield Commons

This beautiful "green" community is conveniently located just minutes away from Children’s Hospital. Each apartment comes standard with wall-to-wall carpeting, central heating & cooling, dishwashers, washers & dryers and other amazing amenities.

Garfield Commons is a townhome community in Pittsburgh, PA

Contact

Property Address:
242 Fern St,
Pittsburgh, PA 15201
Phone Number: (412) 661-0416
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Office Hours
  • Sunday Closed
  • 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

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