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Retail Space with Basement Storage
For Lease
$4,583/Mo NNN

5854 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15217

COMMERCIAL - Pittsburgh, PA

Space Size3,800 SF
Lot Size0.32 Acres
Days on Market77

Property Features for 5854 Forbes Avenue

General Information

Property type Commercial Lease
Property subtype Retail
Zoning LNC
Zoning description LNC
Subdivision Squirrel Hill
Standard status Active
Lot size 0.32 Acres

Taxes and HOA fees

Tax Annual Amount 8899
Listing Agency: NULF REAL ESTATE
Listed By: Delaney Liu · License #RS362732
Added: Jun 3 Changed: Aug 18 Last Checked: Aug 18 at 11:06PM
MLS# 1757991

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This retail space includes approximately 2,000 SF on the main level along with 1,800 SF of dry basement storage. The interior was previously configured for a beauty spa and can accommodate retail, office, wellness, medical, or service-oriented operations. The property is zoned LNC and offered under a Triple Net (NNN) lease structure.

Located at 5854 Forbes Avenue in Pittsburgh’s Squirrel Hill business district, the property sits among established restaurants, retailers, and residential neighborhoods. Access to Oakland, Shadyside, Carnegie Mellon University, the University of Pittsburgh, and I-376 adds connectivity to surrounding commercial and institutional areas.

Key Highlights

  • Approximately 2,000 SF of main‑level retail space
  • 1,800 SF of dry basement storage
  • Previously built out as a beauty spa

Property Analytics

Current Use

5854 Forbes Ave Apartment Building European Wax Center Spa & Massage Center

Suggested Use

Top Pick Building Supply Big Box & Wholesale Store Auto Parts Store HVAC Service (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Auto Repair Shop

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

Lease Details

Yes
Highway access
NNN (Triple Net)
Lease Type

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

1,724
Businesses Nearby

Demographics for 15217, PA

26,851
Population
12,582
Households
2.1
Avg Household Size
36
Median Age
74%
College-Educated
97%
High-School Grad
3.9 sq mi
ZIP Area
6,885
Density / Sq Mi
$91,695
Median Household Income
$55,890
Median Earnings
$1,412
Median Rent
$431,600
Median Home Value

Market

Lease Benchmarks for Pittsburgh, PA

$16.82 /SF/Yr
Avg Asking Price
$12–$25 /SF/Yr
Price Range
6,001 SF
Avg Space Size

This space is priced 14% below the average of $16.82 /SF/Yr.

Vacancy Rate% for Office in Pittsburgh, PA

10.2% 2019
12.2% 2020
14.6% 2021
13.9% 2022
16.1% 2023
17.5% 2024
17.3% 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Retail space - Previously built out as a beauty spa; available for retail, office, wellness, medical, or service uses.
Where is this retail space located?
The property is located at 5854 Forbes Avenue Pittsburgh, PA.
What is the lease rate?
The lease rate is $4,583/Mo.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Approximately 2,000 SF of main‑level retail space; 1,800 SF of dry basement storage; Previously built out as a beauty spa
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