Forbes Avenue

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Pennsylvania’s Global Center

Oakland is Pittsburgh’s most ethnically diverse and lively neighborhood. As home to prestigious universities and museums, world-class hospitals, grand architecture, and a plethora of eateries and specialty shops, Oakland has earned its reputation as ‘Pittsburgh’s Second Downtown’.

Forbes Avenue

Experience Oakland in a New Light

GLOWLAND is a month-long winter festival beginning on Friday, November 18th, featuring art installations, live music events and illuminations throughout Oakland. Discover the playable and interactive art installation, Impulse, in Schenley Plaza, then head into Oakland’s business districts to explore music, entertainment, vendors, games, and more!

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Peruse the shops, grab a bite to eat or go on an adventure. We hope you explore everything Oakland has to offer!

The Colombian Spot

The Colombian Spot

The Colombian Spot

Food & Dining

The Colobian Spot is a family business looking to give the customer an authentic dining experience based on the real flavors of Colombian food. From the strip district to the south side, they are now able to provide customers with a wide range of arepas and native dishes.

 
 
 
 
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HERE Pittsburgh

HERE Pittsburgh
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HERE Pittsburgh

Apartments & Housing

Classic, cool, and edgy. HERE Pittsburgh reimagines off-campus apartment living with modern amenities and premium living spaces.

Fuel and Fuddle

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Fuel and Fuddle

Food & Dining

A lively little joint in the heart of Oakland that serves great wild fire food and chilled beer on tap.

Hieber's Pharmacy

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Hieber's Pharmacy

Medical

The oldest pharmacy in Pittsburgh. Hieber's Pharmacy is a full-service independent pharmacy.

Chick'n Bubbly

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Chick'n Bubbly

Food & Dining

Contemporary counter-serve nook serving Korean-style fried chicken, bubble tea & smoothies.

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Skyvue Apartments

The Exterior of Skyvue Apartments
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Skyvue Apartments

Apartments & Housing

Located in the heart of Oakland between Forbes and Fifth Avenues, SkyVue Apartments brings new vitality to Pittsburgh’s Medical and University district with a world-class urban living experience. Our upscale apartments for rent in Pittsburgh offer premier amenities such as a 24-hour state-of-the-art fitness center, collaboration rooms and conference spaces, and a courtyard deck with breathtaking Pittsburgh VUES. But that’s not all. Our modern, distinctive apartments with designer finishes offer you plenty of space to breathe easy.

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Do Business Here

Touted as the region’s economic engine, Oakland is Pennsylvania’s 3rd largest area of economic activity and is home to the driving forces of Pittsburgh’s 21st century economy. 

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