South Side Apartments for Rent

The neighborhood of South Side, located in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is one of the city’s most popular places to live, work, and be entertained. This eclectic neighborhood has a medley of residences, local businesses, trendy cafes and restaurants, sophisticated art galleries, and chic boutiques.

The community is a part of zip code 15210 in Allegheny County. It is located along the southern side of the Monongahela River, across from downtown Pittsburgh.

Development of the area dates back to 1763, when King George III gave the land to John Ormsby in exchange for Ormsby’s services during the French and Indian War. Thereafter, South Side remained a boom town. The land was populated with glass factories in the early 1800s, and iron and steel works after that. Today heavy industry is a remnant of the past, but South Side remains a rich and lively neighborhood that is full of character and charm.

South Side is nationally recognized as an historic district and offers the area’s biggest and finest showcase of Victorian architecture. Houses, condominiums, and apartments fill the area. New residents can choose among stylish urban flats or beautifully restored historic homes.

Abundance of career opportunities include jobs in manufacturing and positions at the UPMC Mercy South Side Outpatient Center. When South Side residents need to get to work, many travel by public transportation.

South Side also offers numerous outdoor recreational activities. The South Side Riverfront Park features picnic tables, a public boat launch, and a riverfront walking and biking trail. The 65-acre South Side Park has baseball fields, playgrounds, and its own walking trails. The children of South Side will never be at a loss for playgrounds, as several are also scattered throughout the neighborhood.