Darragh St Apartments

Darragh is basically an apartment-style dorm for graduate students. It is far from luxurious. The appliances are usually old because they aren't replaced unless they break and cannot be fixed. But if you're lucky, you could get one with newer appliances. Most apartments have that hideous dorm-style carpet, but a few have non-carpet floors. It's truly only worth the price because of the location, which is right next to the medical school and several clinical rotation sites. I would say the only other true selling points are that all utilities are included, in-unit laundry, free maintenance, and two gyms within walking distance. The cost of the parking permit should be illegal, but they know we basically have no choice but to pay for it. It costs around $1200. There are two lots, one that's about a five-minute walk away and one that's right outside the apartment building. It takes at least two years to get off the waitlist for the latter.

Darragh's greatest appeal is its proximity to Pitt Med's campus (it's a <5 min walk). However, the units are small and the walls are thin, and it is easy to hear roommates and neighbors. Parking is an additional fee (around $100/month), but all other utilities are included. My unit was not clean upon move-in, and maintenance is only somewhat responsive.

Great Location Close to Hospitals for Med Students, Very High Rent so Beware

Overall good experience. Very close location to Scaife and the main UPMC hospitals so convenient for school. The apartment is pretty small though with relatively old appliances. You get used to the coziness though. Biggest feature is proximity to school.

very close to the med school, albeit more expensive than other options

I loved living alone this year in my furnished place at Darragh! Super close to the medical school.

My unit was newly renovated at the time I moved in, so the furnishings were really nice, and they eliminated the carpeting in the non-bedroom areas. The kitchen had new appliances, cabinets, and bathroom fixtures (except the shower). Overall, it's been pleasant to live there, and has perks in terms of being to walk to most of the major hospitals/clinics. Parking is expensive and there's a waitlist to get parking in the lot by the building (otherwise you have to park in the OC lot up the hill). The fire alarm system is probably the worst part of this complex (especially because it happens most often at night). In terms of maintenance, they are there 24/7, but a lot of the communication is confusing and it takes forever to get in touch with the right people to plan maintenance.

very close to school - I leave 5 minutes before class

The apartment is very convenient for a medical student as the VA and main hospitals are walking distance. However the price for the square footage is very overpriced. The rent goes up every year. If I could do it again, I would rent elsewhere. It’s too small and expensive.

Great location, a little too expensive