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219-223 Atwood Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15213

Mixed-use building near universities, former home to iconic music venue.

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Days on Market256

Property Features for 219-223 Atwood Street

General Information

Standard status Active
Property subtype Mixed-Use Redevelopment
Listing Agency: Lee & Associates | Western PA
Listed By: Dana Grau, SIOR, CCIM
Source: Lee-associates
Added: Nov 26, 2025 Changed: Aug 8 Last Checked: May 8 at 11:18PM

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

Located in the heart of Oakland, this mixed-use apartment building at 219-223 Atwood Street is situated above the former Garage Door Saloon and Pizza Romano Restaurant, one block from Forbes Avenue and within walking distance of university campuses. Each apartment includes a private bathroom and an equipped eat-in kitchen, with laundry facilities available in the building. On-street parking is available by city permit. Historically, the building was home to The Decade, a live music venue that hosted performances by artists such as Stevie Ray Vaughan, U2, The Police, R.E.M., and The Ramones. The property is located in the UC-E: Urban Center – Employment District. This zoning supports high-density, employment-oriented, and institution-serving mixed-use development, aligning with the University of Pittsburgh and UPMC corridor vision for innovation, housing, and urban vibrancy. The zoning is suited for student housing redevelopment in a mixed-use format, with ground-floor activation for retail, café, or coworking spaces encouraged. The location is ideal for student housing, and is located less than a five-minute walk from the University of Pittsburgh’s main campus and within walking distance of Carnegie Mellon University.

Key Highlights

  • Prime location in the heart of Oakland, a high‑demand student housing district
  • Just a 5‑minute walk to the University of Pittsburgh and walking distance to Carnegie Mellon University
  • Favorable UC‑E zoning supports high‑density, mixed‑use development, ideal for student housing redevelopment with ground‑floor activation potential

Property Analytics

Current Use

Retail space

Suggested Use

Top Pick HVAC Service Electrical Service (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Nail Salon Spa & Massage Center Accounting Firm

Score = modeled unmet demand for each use within ~1 mi (higher = bigger opportunity). Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

6,748
Businesses Nearby

Demographics for 15213, PA

31,075
Population
11,349
Households
2.7
Avg Household Size
25
Median Age
64%
College-Educated
94%
High-School Grad
2.4 sq mi
ZIP Area
12,948
Density / Sq Mi
$31,330
Median Household Income
$6,795
Median Earnings
$1,243
Median Rent
$247,500
Median Home Value

Market

Vacancy Rate% for Multifamily in Northeast region

4% 2022
4.6% 2023
5.3% 2024
5.6% 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Mixed-use property - Mixed-use building near universities, former home to iconic music venue.
Where is this mixed-use property located?
The property is located at 219-223 Atwood Street Pittsburgh, PA.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Prime location in the heart of Oakland, a high‑demand student housing district; Just a 5‑minute walk to the University of Pittsburgh and walking distance to Carnegie Mellon University; Favorable UC‑E zoning supports high‑density, mixed‑use development, ideal for student housing redevelopment with ground‑floor activation potential
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