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Shaler Oaks

Independent living in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Checked November 2, 2026

Provider details
Address1122 Mount Royal Blvd, Pittsburgh, PA 15223
CityPittsburgh
StatePennsylvania
Phone(412) 487-9401
Websitehttps://www.nationalchurchresidences.org/communities/shaler-oaks/
Age requirement62 and older
Age rule basisSection 202 is HUD's housing program for elderly households; eligibility requires the head of household to be age 62 or older.
Apartments49
Housing programHUD Section 8 (Section 202 property)
Income restrictedYes

Shaler Oaks is an affordable rental community for seniors in Pittsburgh, offering accessible one-bedroom floor plans. Residents have central air conditioning, an on-site laundry facility, a community game room and a library, with a service coordinator on site. Families can contact the community to talk through options and schedule a personal tour.

More about this provider

Shaler Oaks offers an affordable rental community for seniors in Pittsburgh, PA. Our accessible community offers one-bedroom floor plans. Contact us, we'd be happy to talk with you and schedule a personal tour.
Services and programsAmenities: Central air conditioning, On-site laundry facility, Service coordinator, Community game room, Library.
Who it servesShaler Oaks offers an affordable rental community for seniors. Our accessible community offers one-bedroom floor plans.
Visiting and contact detailsShaler Oaks, 1122 Mount Royal Blvd, Pittsburgh, PA 15223-1079, +1 412-487-9401. Contact us to schedule a personal tour. Pet Policy: Contact for details.
Websitehttps://www.nationalchurchresidences.org/communities/shaler-oaks/

Who pays for independent living?

What this care costs, and who pays — Medicare, Medicaid, or the family — is covered in these guides:

Independent living guide · Paying for care

Common questions about Shaler Oaks

Where is Shaler Oaks located?

Shaler Oaks is at 1122 Mount Royal Blvd, Pittsburgh, PA 15223.

How do I contact Shaler Oaks?

Call Shaler Oaks at (412) 487-9401.

How much does independent living cost?

There is no single price for independent living. Rent is set by each community and varies a lot by city. The cost survey this site uses does not publish a national median for independent living, so we do not print one. Medicare does not pay for it, so families pay the rent out of pocket. See our guide to independent living costs and who pays for the full picture.

Does Medicare pay for independent living?

No. Medicare does not pay rent or housing costs. It pays for your medical care while you live there, like doctor visits, hospital care, and home health visits. The housing itself is paid out of pocket.

What is the difference between independent living and assisted living?

Independent living is housing for older adults who can live on their own. It gives a private home, meals in some places, and social activities. It does not include help with daily tasks. Assisted living adds that help. Staff help with bathing, dressing, and medicine, and staff are on hand day and night.

Who else pays for independent living besides Medicare?

Families pay the rent out of pocket. No insurance pays for independent living rent. Low-income senior apartments funded by HUD keep rent lower for people who qualify. Some veterans put VA pension payments toward the rent.

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