Why Live in Indiana Township
Indiana Township in Indianola, located about 12 miles from Pittsburgh, has transformed from an industrial coal mining town into a rural suburb with a suburban feel and well-regarded schools. The neighborhood is known for its close-knit community and abundant green spaces. The Fox Chapel Area School District, including Hartwood Elementary School, Dorseyville Middle School, and Fox Chapel Area High School, all receive high ratings. The private Shady Side Academy also earns high marks. Indiana Township offers numerous outdoor attractions, such as Emmerling Community Park with its baseball and soccer fields, playground, and scenic trails along Deer Creek. Hartwood Park, 2 miles away, features walking and horseback riding trails, a dog park, and the historic Hartwood Acres Mansion. Indoor recreation is available at the Pittsburgh Indoor Sports Arena, which hosts basketball, pickleball, and soccer leagues.
Homes in the area are typically traditional and ranch-style, set on manicured lots with Japanese maple and daylily bushes. Residents often shop at Aldi or Walmart near the Pittsburgh Mills Mall, and Hartwood Towne Centre offers dining and shopping options, including family-owned restaurants like Pizza Roma and Grieco’s Carefree Inn. Emmerling Ice Cream is a local favorite for dessert. Summer concerts at Hartwood Acres Amphitheater and a Father’s Day car show are popular events. For more activities, residents can visit downtown Pittsburgh for sports games at Acrisure Stadium or exhibits at The Carnegie Science Center. The neighborhood is safer than the national average, and most residents commute to downtown Pittsburgh via State Route 28, a 25-minute drive. The Pittsburgh International Airport is 30 miles away.
