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The Carina Pittsburgh Review: Big 3-Bedroom, Missing Basics
The Carina rents a 1,174-square-foot three-bedroom for $2,490, but no laundry, no listed parking, and no pets change the calculation.
A Spacious Apartment With Too Many Missing Details
$2,490 gets you 1,174 square feet and three bedrooms at The Carina in Pittsburgh’s East Liberty area. That is useful space for roommates or a family, but the listing leaves out several basics: the supplied data shows no laundry, no parking, and no pets, while Zillow’s page gives conflicting information by labeling the building pet-friendly and mentioning other parking.
The apartment is listed as available now, with two bathrooms and large closets. The property advertises a first-month-free promotion for select units, but the offer has conditions, including a move-in deadline of November 15, so treat it as a limited promotion rather than a permanent rent reduction.
The Carina, 327 N Negley Ave Unit 401, Pittsburgh, PA
The Carina offers unusually generous three-bedroom space for $2,490, but the missing laundry and unclear parking terms weaken the value.
What the Listing Actually Includes
The available apartment is Unit 401, a 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom unit measuring 1,174 square feet. Base rent starts at $2,490 per month, or about $2.12 per square foot. That figure excludes any required fees, and Zillow says the displayed price reflects the listed lease term.
- Location: 327 N Negley Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15206
- Availability: Now
- Building: Apartment community with 1-, 2-, and 3-bedroom units
- Promotion: First month free on select units, with terms and move-in restrictions
- Features mentioned: Large closets and virtual-staged photos
- Pets: Conflicting information; the page says pet-friendly, while the supplied listing data says pets are not allowed
- Laundry: None listed in the supplied data
- Parking: No dedicated parking listed in the supplied data; Zillow mentions “other parking + 1”
No days-on-market figure appears on the page, so there is no reliable signal that the unit has been sitting or that the landlord is under pressure. No price-change history is shown either. That makes the first-month-free offer the only visible pricing incentive, and it should be verified in writing before applying.
The address is close to East Liberty’s retail and transit network, with bus routes along major nearby corridors. The listing does not specify a parking space, garage, school assignment, or exact commute times, so drivers and families should confirm those details rather than assume they are included.
Where It Wins
The strongest argument is space. A three-bedroom apartment with two bathrooms and 1,174 square feet gives roommates more breathing room and reduces the morning bottleneck that comes with a single bathroom. Large closets are another practical plus, especially if three people are sharing the unit.
The first-month-free promotion could lower the effective cost during the initial lease. At the advertised rent, one free month on a 12-month lease would reduce the average monthly cost to roughly $2,283 before fees, but only if the promotion applies to this unit and is not replaced by higher fees or a different rent schedule. The official listing is the right place to confirm the terms: The Carina’s Zillow page.
- ✅ 1,174 square feet is generous for a three-bedroom apartment
- ✅ Two bathrooms make the layout more workable for roommates or a family
- ✅ Large closets add storage that many city apartments lack
- ✅ East Liberty location puts shops, restaurants, and transit within reach
- ✅ A first-month-free promotion may reduce the initial lease cost
Where It Falls Short
The missing laundry information is the biggest concern. If there is no in-unit or on-site laundry, every resident is committing to laundromat trips or an off-site arrangement. That is a real monthly cost in both time and money, and it matters more in a three-bedroom household than it would for a single renter.
Parking is just as unclear. The supplied data says none, while Zillow references other parking without explaining whether it is included, reserved, or separately priced. Anyone who drives should ask for the exact monthly charge, availability, and street-parking rules before signing.
Pets create another contradiction. Zillow labels the community pet-friendly, but the supplied data says pets are not allowed. Do not rely on the headline; get the written pet policy, breed restrictions, deposits, and monthly fees from the property manager.
- ❌ Laundry is not listed in the supplied data
- ❌ Parking terms are vague and may add an unlisted monthly cost
- ❌ Pet policy conflicts across the listing details
- ❌ Required fees are not shown in the advertised $2,490 rent
- ❌ No school assignment, parking guarantee, or days-on-market data is provided
The photos are also marked as virtual staging. That means the furnished appearance may not reflect the actual finishes, furniture, or room proportions. Ask for current, unfurnished photos or an in-person tour before treating the images as evidence of condition.
Best Fit
Best for three adults or a family of four that needs separate bedrooms, can handle $2,490 in base rent, and values East Liberty access more than included amenities. Splitting the rent three ways puts the base cost at $830 per roommate before utilities and fees, which makes the size more persuasive for roommates than for a single household on one income.
It is less suitable for anyone who owns a car, needs in-building laundry, or has a pet. Those renters should compare the full monthly cost against nearby communities such as Walnut on Highland or The Pennsylvanian, checking not only headline rent but also parking, laundry, pet fees, and concessions.
The first-month-free offer is worth pursuing only if the lease confirms the exact dollar value, eligibility, move-in date, and repayment rules if the lease ends early. A free month can look generous while still leaving you with a high recurring rent after the promotion ends.
Final Verdict
Choose this if you are a three-person roommate household or a family needing 1,174 square feet and two bathrooms near East Liberty, and you can live without confirmed parking, laundry, or pet access. The space is the reason to tour The Carina; the unclear basics are the reason not to apply sight unseen.
Before paying an application fee, confirm the real monthly total, laundry setup, parking availability, pet policy, utility charges, and whether Unit 401 qualifies for the first-month-free promotion. For a smaller apartment with a much lower rent, compare it with Clifton Suites: $825 for 411 Square Feet, With Shared Laundry.
