With the First Pick in the 2026 NFL Draft, The Jones Tower Selects YOU!

Picture this: the commissioner steps up to the podium, the crowd is buzzing, and Pittsburgh is officially on the clock. With the first pick in the 2026 NFL Draft, The Jones Tower selects… you.

Yep. You.

If you’re coming to Pittsburgh for the 2026 NFL Draft—whether you’re here for one unforgettable weekend or planning to stick around and really experience the city—The Jones Tower is ready to be your home base. Our brand-new, fully furnished, all-inclusive apartment building in Pittsburgh’s South Side puts you close to the action without dropping you into the middle of the chaos.

Football fans know this already: where you stay can make or break the experience. And when the Draft comes to Pittsburgh, the right location matters more than ever.

Let’s break down why Pittsburgh is the perfect host city, why the South Side is one of the best places to stay during the Draft, and why The Jones Tower is an easy first-round pick.

Why Stay at The Jones Tower During the 2026 NFL Draft?

Let’s be honest: hotels during major events get expensive, crowded, and restrictive. Limited space. No kitchen. No room to spread out. No flexibility.
 

The Jones Tower was designed to solve all of that.

We’re an apartment community that delivers the space of home with the ease of a hotel stay. Our fully furnished studio and one-bedroom apartments are completely move-in ready, featuring modern furniture, stylish décor, fully equipped kitchens, linens and towels, high-speed WiFi, utilities included, and on-site parking options.

There’s no setup. No hauling bags through a busy lobby. No surprise fees. You just arrive, unpack, and settle in.

Whether you’re here strictly for Draft weekend, extending your trip to explore Pittsburgh, or considering a longer stay, our flexible lease terms work around your plans. Stay a few nights or a few months — no complicated process, no long-term stress.

Where Is The Jones Tower Located?

The Jones Tower is located in Pittsburgh’s South Side, one of the city’s most energetic and walkable neighborhoods.

From here, you’re about 10 minutes from Downtown Pittsburgh, roughly 15 minutes from the North Side, and minutes from major Draft events, stadiums, and fan experiences. You’re close to everything without being stuck in constant traffic or surrounded by crowds 24/7.

The South Side is known for its vibrant nightlife, diverse food scene, and unbeatable access to the city. East Carson Street alone is home to more than 80 bars and restaurants, many of them just steps from your front door. Whether you’re grabbing breakfast before heading to Draft festivities, meeting friends for dinner, or celebrating a surprise first-round pick, you won’t need to go far.

Right next door to The Jones Tower, you’ll also find ASCEND Rock Climbing for a mid-day adrenaline boost and Velum Fermentation, where you can wind down with a locally crafted beer. Yes, it’s entirely possible to climb a rock wall and grab a craft beer in the same afternoon. That’s South Side energy.

Nearby walking and riverfront trails are perfect for clearing your head after a long day—or after your team makes a pick you didn’t see coming.

And when you’re ready to take a breather, you can head right back to your apartment and watch Draft coverage in peace—no fighting for space at a crowded bar.

Who’s Behind The Jones Tower? Meet Walnut Capital

The Jones Tower is proudly managed by Walnut Capital, a Pittsburgh-based real estate company that’s been part of the city for nearly 30 years.

This isn’t a national management company guessing what Pittsburgh visitors want. Walnut Capital is locally owned and operated. Our owners are Pittsburgh born and raised. Most of our employees are true yinzers. We live here, work here, and care deeply about the neighborhoods we build in.
 

Our residential portfolio spans boutique apartment buildings with just a few units to large communities with hundreds of residents. No matter the size, the mission is always the same: create places people actually want to live.

Walnut Capital is also behind Bakery Square, one of Pittsburgh’s most dynamic mixed-use destinations. Bakery Square brings together restaurants, retail, offices, and community spaces, and it’s home to major companies like Google, which is headquartered there alongside other tech and innovation leaders. When you stay at The Jones Tower, you’re backed by a team that knows Pittsburgh inside and out and takes pride in showing it off.

Why Pittsburgh Is Built for the NFL Draft

Pittsburgh doesn’t just like football. Pittsburgh is football.

From the black-and-gold pride that shows up year-round to the way the city rallies around big moments, this is a place that understands the drama, excitement, and energy of the NFL Draft. Hosting the 2026 NFL Draft is a natural fit.

The city itself is compact, walkable, and packed with personality. Historic neighborhoods blend into modern entertainment districts. You’ll find iconic sports bars next to family-owned restaurants, scenic river views just steps from downtown nightlife, and fans from every corner of the country swapping draft predictions over drinks.

During Draft week, Pittsburgh comes alive. Events pop up throughout the city. Fans gather in public spaces, bars fill up early, and the energy feels a lot like game day—except it lasts all weekend.

That’s why choosing the right place to stay matters. You want to be close enough to feel the buzz, but comfortable enough to escape it when you need to recharge.

That’s exactly where The Jones Tower comes in.

A Smarter Way to Experience the 2026 NFL Draft

The 2026 NFL Draft is a huge moment for Pittsburgh—and for football fans everywhere. It’s not something that happens every year, and it’s not an experience you want to rush through or spend stressing over logistics.
 

Some fans are coming to Pittsburgh strictly for the Draft. Others are turning it into a longer trip to explore the city, catch a game, or check out nearby neighborhoods. Some might even be testing out Pittsburgh as a future home.

Where you stay should make everything easier: easier to get to Draft events, easier to find food and nightlife, and easier to relax when the day is done. From its prime South Side location to its fully furnished, all-inclusive apartments and flexible stay options, The Jones Tower checks all the boxes. No long-term commitment. No complicated process. No stress. Just a place that feels like home—whether you’re here for a few nights or a few months.

Ready to Make the Pick?

The city is ready. The Draft is coming. All that’s left is deciding where you’ll stay.

Explore The Jones Tower, check availability, and connect with our team to start planning your 2026 NFL Draft stay in Pittsburgh.

With the first pick, The Jones Tower selects you. Now it’s your turn to make the call.