Why Live in Carnegie
Carnegie, a Pittsburgh suburb named after Andrew Carnegie, has undergone significant revitalization since the 2004 flood caused by Hurricane Ivan. The Carnegie Community Development Corporation has played a key role in the borough's recovery, resulting in a thriving Main Street business district with over 40 new businesses. Carnegie is culturally diverse, with more than 20 churches and worship centers, including Russian and Ukrainian Orthodox churches, an Islamic Center, a synagogue, and an Indian community center. The dining scene reflects this diversity, featuring a variety of ethnic restaurants such as Riley’s Pour House, Kabab House, and Seoul Korean BBQ. Main Street also hosts the Carnegie Crawl, a monthly event from May to October that promotes local shops and restaurants. For nightlife, Riley’s offers live music, and the Carnegie Free Library’s music hall provides various performances. Carnegie Park, home to one of the largest skateparks in the region, offers numerous outdoor activities including tennis, basketball, soccer, and DEK hockey. Annual events like the 5K Run/Walk, Cruising the Main car show, Carnegie Fall Fest, and Fourth of July fireworks foster community engagement. The borough is conveniently located between Downtown Pittsburgh, 6 miles away, and Pittsburgh Airport, 12 miles away, with easy access via Interstate 376 and I-79. Housing in Carnegie includes a mix of brick Colonials, Tudors, Dutch Colonials, Craftsman bungalows, and Victorians, with more contemporary styles in outlying areas.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Carnegie a good place to live?
Carnegie is a good place to live. Carnegie is considered fairly walkable and bikeable. Carnegie is a suburban neighborhood. Carnegie has 6 parks for recreational activities. It is fairly sparse in population with 5.2 people per acre and a median age of 41. The average household income is $72,099 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 33% of residents. A majority of residents in Carnegie are home owners, with 47.7% of residents renting and 52.3% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Carnegie can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Carnegie neighborhood guide.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Carnegie?
The median home price in Carnegie is $225,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $45,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.26%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,110 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $48K a year to afford the median home price in Carnegie. The average household income in Carnegie is $72K.
What are the best public schools in Carnegie?
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Home Trends in Carnegie, PA
On average, homes in Carnegie, PA sell after 67 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Carnegie, PA over the last 12 months is $214,900, down 1% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$214,900
Median Single Family Sale Price
$205,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$235,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$148
Number of Homes for Sale
21
Last 12 months Home Sales
77
Median List Price
$225,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
2%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-1%
