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Industrial area turned Mayberry
Once part of the thriving steel industry, Blawnox, 10 miles from Downtown Pittsburgh, is now a residential area with a growing commercial district. Blawnox is named after Blaw and Knox, the early 20th-century steel companies that merged to become Blaw-Knox. The company was a major employer in the area but closed the facility in 1991. From there, Blawnox became more residential and community-orientated. The borough cares for its residents through the Blawnox Community Food Pantry, which provides nonperishable food and toiletries to those in need. “It's like going back to Mayberry,” says Rob Strohm, a Realtor with Coldwell Banker Realty Service’s Fox Chapel office. “Everybody knows everybody in that town. Don't blink. You'll be through it.”
Blawnox sits on the Allegheny River about 20min from downtown Pittsburgh.
Locals can enjoy planting at Blawnox Community Park.
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Summer Art Fling, Night of Lights
The Best of Blawnox is a community organization that aims to engage residents with events throughout the year. In June, the organization hosts the Summer Art Fling, bringing local art exhibits, live music and vendors to Freeport Road. The Community Events Committee, part of the Blawnox Borough, hosts a holiday event called Night of Lights, which incorporates a Holiday Cookie Tour and a sign-decorating event. Each Dec. 1, residents are encouraged to pick up a sign at the borough office and decorate it with a holiday-themed message. The next day, residents visit the business district to sample holiday cookies and shop for Christmas gifts. The night closes with caroling and a tree-lighting at the Hoboken Presbyterian Church. Residents may also visit St. Edward Church, Montrose Union Church or others in the area to celebrate religious holidays or services.
Blawnox is a quiet neighborhood in Pennsylvania.
Old Thunder Brewing Company has seating out side for residents to enjoy the sun in Blawnox.
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Live music on Freeport Road
Old Thunder Brewing Company makes its own brews in the old post office building. The local brewery provides weekly food trucks for patrons and hosts trivia nights and watch parties. Weekly live music is performed at the Starlite Lounge, which has been featured on the Food Network. Starlite’s owner, Ron “Moondog” Esser, also owns Moondog’s next door, which has become a local blues institution with a far-reaching reputation. Residents wishing to become musicians can walk from Moondogs to N Stuff Music, a family-owned instrument store offering instrument rentals and lessons. Groceries are available a mile down the main drag at the Giant Eagle Market District.
Friends gather for a great night of music during the Moondogs Pub Open Mic night in Blawnox.
Residents enjoy live music at Moondogs Pub in Blawnox.
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Single-family homes from $100,000
Hilly, winding streets lead into gridded, evenly-spaced housing near Freeport Road. Thin sidewalks stretch beside homes with fenced-in yards near the main thoroughfare, while the more suburban areas have expansive, rolling lawns with no fences or sidewalks. Homes in the area consist of brick minimal traditional and bungalow-style dwellings with vinyl siding. Townhouses and multifamily homes range from $200,000 to $225,000. Townhouses along the bank of the Allegheny River can go for over $500,000. Single-family homes near Freeport Road range from $100,000 to $200,000. Homes in the more residential area range from $200,000 to $340,000. “You have third and fourth generations living there,” says Strohm. “My father used to own a landscape construction company, and one of his employees is the grandfather of a girl who still lives there in the same block as her grandparents lived.”
Blawnox is home to a variety of small and large residential housing.
Houses in Blawnox have small yards.
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Top-rated Fox Chapel Area High
Blawnox is served by the Fox Chapel Area School District, which receives an A-plus from Niche and is listed as one of the best school districts in Pennsylvania. Children may attend O’Hara Elementary School and Dorseyville Middle School. Students advance to Fox Chapel Area High School, which is listed as one of the best high schools in Pittsburgh. O’Hara, Dorseyville and Fox Chapel Area all receive an A-plus from Niche. O’Hara and Dorseyville are listed among the state's best schools. Fox Chapel Area High School offers 27 Advanced Placement courses, including art history, Latin literature and psychology.
Fox Chapel Area High School serves grades 9-12 in Blawnox.
Students in Blawnox can attend Dorseyville Middle School.
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Sycamore Island and Blawnox Community Park
Sycamore Island Conservation area is an island owned and operated by the Allegheny Land Trust. The island sits across from Blawnox, and has a dedicated team of local volunteers. “For years, we’ve been working on replacing invasive knotweeds with native species and also trying to stabilize the island's boundary through Willow Staking,” says Lindsay Dill, the Senior Director of Marketing and Community Engagement for the Allegheny Land Trust. Residents interested in learning more about the island may visit Verona to launch a kayak or Aspinwall to rent a boat for access to island events. “Sycamore will host mushroom hikes,” says Dill. “Starlight strolls and Nature ID Hikes, where people learn how to spot, identify, log and track different species of flora and fauna.” For a green space closer to home, residents visit the Blawnox Community Park for a game of baseball and a jungle gym.
Get some steps in with your little one at O'Hara Township Community Park near Blawnox.
Allegheny River runs alongside Blawnox neighborhood.
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Commuting on Route 28 and the Pennsylvania Turnpike
Residents may walk to restaurants and local attractions, but locals remain car-dependent for groceries and other amenities. Route 28 borders the area and residents have access to the Pennsylvania Turnpike. Bus stops are available along Freeport Road for public transportation, and the Pittsburgh International Airport is 27 miles away.
A great way to travel in and out of Blawnox is by the Port Authority Bus.
Route 28 is the fastets way to get from Blawnox to downtown Pittsburgh.
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Important to know
Life beside the Allegheny River means flooding occurs during inclement weather, and while some parts of Blawnox are raised above the water line, stormwater is still a concern. The borough of Blawnox has implemented a Stormwater Management Ordinance and created a pamphlet for residents on developing a stormwater management plan.
O'Hara Elementary School serves grades K-5 in Blawnox.
Resident enjoy various art and murals throughout the neighborhood of Blawnox.
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Parks in this Area
O'Hara Township Community Park
Railroad Park
Picnic Area
Parking Lot
Multi-Purpose Field
Blawnox Community Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Playground
Raymond Schafer Park
Riverbank Park
Basketball
Picnic Area
Tennis
Cribbs Field
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Picnic Area
Transit
Airport
Pittsburgh International
42 min drive
Bus
Freeport Rd & Blaw
Bus
Freeport & Center (Blawnox)
Bus
Freeport Rd & Cable
Bus
Freeport Rd & Mckinley
Bus
Freeport Rd & Humboldt
Bus
Freeport Rd & Lewis Fs
Bus
Freeport Rd & Center Ave (Blawnox)
Reviews
Niche Reviews
4.33 Reviews
4.0Current Resident
11/30/2017Niche Review
Very quiet neighborhood located in Fox Chapel school district. There is a lot of job opportunities including the industrial park and St. Margaret Hospital. There is plenty of shopping and dinning options close by at the Water Works Mall.
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Blawnox
US
Homicide
4
4
Sexual Assault
3
4
Assault with Weapon
4
4
Robbery
4
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
4
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
4
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Blawnox, PA sell after 64 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Blawnox, PA over the last 12 months is $263,208, up 34% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Spacious, modern one-bedroom apartments in excellent condition... move in ready! One bedroom, living room, dining room w/ceiling fanlight, kitchen with stove, refrigerator, dishwasher, plenty of cabinets and drawers, room for small table. Quality wall to wall carpet throughout, full bath w/large vanity & sink, Lots and lots of closet space. All windows have vertical blinds, gas forced heat
For rent in the heart of Blawnox, within the Fox Chapel Area School District. The main floor includes front and back porches, a kitchen with sink, stove, and refrigerator, plus a cozy living room. Basement has laundry hookups. The second floor offers two bedrooms and a full bath with a charming blue vanity. The third floor provides flex space for an office, storage, or bonus room.The unit has
Prime Location! Spacious Second Floor Apartment in Fox Chapel School District. Featuring 3 large bedrooms, Kitchen, Living Room, Den, 2 Full Bathrooms, in-unit laundry and a covered front porch. Ready for you to make this home! Convenient location nearby to Route 28, Bus stop, shops, daycare, restaurants, park, and more! Only 15 minutes to downtown Pittsburgh, Oakland and Shadyside.
Colleen SteigerwaltHOWARD HANNA REAL ESTATE SERVICES
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
1,316
Median Age
48
Population Density
7 ppl/acre
Population under 18
16%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
28.6%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$39,083
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$61,785
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
91.9%
College Graduates
46%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
18.8%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
60.7%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
41''
Average Winter Low Temperature
23°F
Average Summer High Temperature
83°F
Annual Snowfall
6''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
42/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
50/ 100
Source: Walk Score
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