628 Blanton St

$800 • Furnished Room + Private Bath, Private Entrance in Quiet, Beautiful Home with Full Kitchen and Gym, Near CMU/PITT — Ideal for Student/Professional
Available Aug 1, 2026 – July 31, 2027 (possibly available a day early on 31st of July 2026)
$800/month + one half of utilities and High Speed Wifi Internet (estimate about $250/month for your half)
Move-in: $1,800 (first month + $1,000 deposit)
A Rare Opportunity in Pgh — Peaceful, Clean, and Close to Pitt and CMU!
If you're looking for an affordable, quiet, and well-maintained home near Oakland, this may be perfect for you. I’m a private homeowner (not a large building slumlord) who takes pride in providing a comfortable, respectful living space.
Your Space:
• Private 1-bedroom with newly remodeled private bathroom (see pics).
• Furnished with desk, chair, and twin bed — ready for move-in. Lots of shelving, medicine cabinet.
• Scenic front window with summer fireworks and fall foliage views.
• Your own private entrance and front porch with two comfortable chairs available for seating — peaceful, perfect for reading or relaxing.
Home Features:
• Large, fully-equipped kitchen, dining area, and laundry room.
• Home gym (power rack, high quality barbell, weights, resistance bands, 65” TV in gym).
• Brick patio with grill.
• Detached garage with man door for your car only + easy street parking.
• Quiet, clean household — just you and me (I live upstairs and respect your private space).
Who This is Perfect For:
• Looking for a grad student, young professional, academics etc., who value peace, cleanliness, and mutual respect.
• Smoke-free home, no parties, no heavy drinking, no recreational drug use.
• Occasional overnight guests okay, but no live-in partners.
• Light cleaning of shared spaces expected.
Transportation and Location Highlights:
• 5-minute walk to CMU Shuttle + bus stops (93 Hazelwood, 58 Greenfield).
• ~15-min bus ride to CMU/Pitt — comfortable, heated/AC buses.
Important Note: I've found it's much easier to take an air-conditioned or heated bus from Greenfield to Oakland (about 10-15 minutes), than to live in Oakland and walk 15 minutes through the extreme heat and cold of Pittsburgh's summer and winter months.
• 14 min walk to Giant Eagle / 10-min walk to Squirrel Hill.
• 30 min scenic walk to CMU/Pitt via Schenley Park.
• Quick access to Boulevard of the Allies.
• 3-minute walk to Mondays Brewing Co.
Home Amenities:
• New windows and doors = quiet, comfortable.
• Stainless steel appliances: dishwasher, refrigerator, microwave, toaster oven.
• High-quality washer/dryer in basement.
• Kitchen stocked with cookware, and room for your own.
About Me:
I'm a researcher at Apodaca Lab (University of Pittsburgh). Friendly, respectful, and quiet — I maintain the space carefully and respond promptly to any maintenance needs. I welcome people of all backgrounds.
If interested, please email me with a brief intro including:
• Where you'll be working/studying.
• Info about your income/funding and monthly budget.
• Desired move-in/move-out dates + any questions.
Showings available weekdays: 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM.
To sign I'll need to see photo ID and proof of income or funds.