Brentwood

Brentwood

Located in Allegheny County

$186,658 Average Value
$141 Average Price per Sq Ft
19 Homes For Sale

Events and amenities in a walkable borough

From rural farm community to streetcar suburb to thriving commuter borough, Brentwood continues to evolve. Located 8 miles south of Downtown Pittsburgh, residents can quickly get to the city for work or play, yet return home to quiet residential streets filled with a collection of appealing established homes. “It’s very walkable,” Kim Stotlemyer, a listing agent for Coldwell Banker, says of the borough’s main appeal. “They have these nice sidewalks that a lot of little towns in the area don’t have.” The walkability contributes to a small-town feel that Brentwood maintains amid a host of modern conveniences. “They have A LOT of community events,” says Stotlemyer, who describes the borough as “a community-oriented suburb with lots of amenities.”

Brentwood is a great place for shopping or just relaxing.
Brentwood is a great place for shopping or just relaxing.
Take your best friend for a walk along Brentwood's walkable streets.
Take your best friend for a walk along Brentwood's walkable streets.
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A pair of construction booms resulted in a wide variety of housing

Having undergone two 20th-century construction booms, Brentwood offers a wide variety of housing. “It’s the opposite of cookie-cutter,” Stotlemyer says. “There are a lot of different styles. Not as many Colonials but nice Victorians and Tudors. There is a lot of stone work, which is rare. Many of the homes have been updated inside, but they have kept their architectural character.” The borough’s initial residential growth spurt came after it was connected to the city by streetcar in 1901. Decorative Tudors stand out among the large stately homes built during this period. A post-World War II boom resulted in construction of more contemporary housing featuring Craftsman bungalows, Cape Cods and the Colonials that are typical of Pittsburgh-area housing. While some homes can be found for under $100,000, prices typically range from the low $100,000s to the mid-$300,000s. Compared to neighboring communities, Brentwood’s average home value of roughly $180,000 is about $50,000 more than Carrick, which features similar established housing stock, but $100,000 less than Whitehall, which offers more midcentury homes.

Cozy Brentwood Homes are on hilly terrain with various styles ranging from new to old.
Cozy Brentwood Homes are on hilly terrain with various styles ranging from new to old.
Brentwood has so many different styles of homes that appeal to everyone.
Brentwood has so many different styles of homes that appeal to everyone.
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Fourth of July Parade is the borough's main event

Brentwood residents stay connected through year-round community events. “They are known for their Fourth of July Parade,” Stotlemyer says. “Residents put lawn chairs out days in advance to save their spot. It’s huge.” Takin’ It to the Streets, which features live music and food, and the Food Truck Roundup at Brentwood Park are popular regular events. In addition to the Fourth of July Parade, which has been drawing crowds since 1919, annual holiday events include an Easter Egg Hunt, Costume and Candy Crawl, Brentwood Borough Pumpkin Patch and the Christmas-themed Light Up Night. “I don’t live in Brentwood, but I live close by and I go to a lot of their events,” Stotlemyer says.

It is time to check out Brentwood.
It is time to check out Brentwood.
Brentwood Welcomes You and guests into the community with open arms with places to visit.
Brentwood Welcomes You and guests into the community with open arms with places to visit.
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Retail and dining conveniently concentrated at Brentwood Towne Center

Nowhere is the borough’s modern transformation more noticeable than at Brentwood Towne Center, which replaced the antiquated Brentwood-Whitehall Shopping Plaza in 2003. Easily accessible between Brownsville Road and Pittsburgh Route 51, the commercial concentration is anchored by a full-service Giant Eagle Supermarket. It also includes a Dollar Tree among a collection of smaller retail stores. An array of dining options is located at Towne Center. The Crack’d Egg is a no-frills destination with eye-catching menu items such as the bucket of bacon. “That’s a really nice little diner-type restaurant,” Stotlemyer says. The diversity of dining options is illustrated by a pair of Nepalese eateries -- Everest Kitchen and Namaste Momo Corner.

Brentwood Towne Square is a popular destination for shopping all sorts of retail.
Brentwood Towne Square is a popular destination for shopping all sorts of retail.
The Crack'd Egg will treat you like family next time you are in Brentwood.
The Crack'd Egg will treat you like family next time you are in Brentwood.
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Sprawling Brentwood Park is the center of activity

Brentwood Park is a sprawling athletic complex located in the heart of the borough adjacent to Brentwood Middle-High School. It has been the primary beneficiary of a $5 million beautification initiative. Anchored by a football field that hosts Spartans home games, the park also is home to organized competition on its four ballfields and provides space for residents to play basketball, tennis and DEK hockey, an updated form of street hockey that can be played year-round on a synthetic surface. A walking track and a playground round out the amenities. The Civic Center is a well-known Brentwood landmark located in the park that is easily configurable to host a wide range of public events and private celebrations. The borough also maintains a popular soccer field nearby. Three popular organized sporting groups operate in the borough -- the Brentwood Dukes football league, Brentwood Athletic Association baseball organization and Brentwood Soccer Association. For indoor recreation and activity, there’s the Brentwood Library, a particular focus of civic pride. Opened in its current location adjacent to the park in 1990, it is the site of daily activities for children, adults and senior citizens, offering everything from book club meetings to yoga classes. The library also hosts a used book sale every Saturday.

Brentwood Park is one of the best parks in the area.
Brentwood Park is one of the best parks in the area.
Shoot and score at Brentwood Park.
Shoot and score at Brentwood Park.
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Students can finish school without leaving the community

Students can attend all three levels of school in the neighborhood. Moore and Elroy elementaries, both rated B-minus by Niche, Brentwood Middle, rated C-plus, and Brentwood High, a B-rated school, are all conveniently located just off Brownsville Road, the borough’s primary thoroughfare. The middle and high schools share a campus in the heart of the borough. The Brentwood Borough School District gives high school students the opportunity to apply for entry into the Steel Center for Career and Technical Education program, which provides real-world training as a bridge between school and the workforce.

Students get dropped off by the busses for Brentwood School.
Students get dropped off by the busses for Brentwood School.
Embark on learning joy at Elroy Avenue Elementary School.
Embark on learning joy at Elroy Avenue Elementary School.
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Getting around the borough and into the city is easy

No matter how you travel, commuting in Brentwood is a breeze. Residents can walk or bike to any of their preferred destinations, and because most homes feature off-street parking, lower traffic volume makes navigating the borough relatively easy. Several bus lines along Brownsville Road and Route 51 provide convenient access to public transportation in and around the borough. On-demand, door-to-door service is available through the Port Authority of Allegheny County’s ACCESS program. PA-51, also known as Saw Mill Run Boulevard, provides a direct route to Downtown Pittsburgh via the Liberty Tunnels. “Brentwood is very accessible to the city,” Stotlemyer says. “Brownsville Road is a major traffic hub.” Pittsburgh International Airport, located about 20 miles northwest in Moon Township, can be reached by taking PA-51 to Interstate 376.

Catch the 51 on Brownsville Road in Brentwood.
Catch the 51 on Brownsville Road in Brentwood.
Brownsville Road cuts through the middle of Brentwood.
Brownsville Road cuts through the middle of Brentwood.
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Brentwood Housing Trends

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$199,999
Median Sale Price
$192,500
Median Single Family Sale Price
$200,500
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$142,900
Median Change From 1st List Price
2%
Last 12 months Home Sales
64
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
$12
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$141

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes for Sale
19
Months of Supply
3.60

Open Houses

  • Saturday, Jun 14
    3am - 5pm

    229 Conson Rd, Pittsburgh, PA 15227

    $245,000

    • 3 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,200 Sq Ft
    • 229 Conson Rd
    • New 8 days ago

    Welcome to 229 Conson Rd – a well-maintained 3-bedroom, 2-bath home situated in Brentwood. This charming home features a spacious living room filled with natural light that adds warmth and character throughout. The kitchen is clean and functional, ready for your personal touch. The fully finished basement offers great flexibility—perfect for a game room, home office, or additional living space.

    Raghu Chimoriya REALTY ONE GROUP PLATINUM

  • Saturday, Jun 14
    1am - 3pm

    3213 Brownsville Rd, Pittsburgh, PA 15227

    $269,900

    • 3 Beds
    • 1.5 Baths
    • 1,770 Sq Ft
    • 3213 Brownsville Rd
    • New 14 days ago

    Home is totally updated. Original hardwood floors have been refinished. Main bathroom enlarged and completely remodeled w/beautiful ceramic tile work, built in shelves & Carrara marble topped vanity. New electric fireplace has been retiled w/gray & white stone quartz marble hearth. The electric fireplace has a heater and changes into multiple colors. A new roof over side porch. Roof flashing is

    Joseph Zeher COLDWELL BANKER REALTY

  • Saturday, Jun 14
    11 - 1pm

    59 W Bellecrest Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15227

    $182,500

    • 3 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,190 Sq Ft
    • 59 W Bellecrest Ave

    Welcome to this beautifully refreshed Colonial-style home that blends classic charm with thoughtful modern updates. Featuring three bedrooms and two full bathrooms, this home has been meticulously maintained and recently enhanced. Step inside to discover a bright, inviting interior, freshly painted throughout and anchored by a beautifully maintained kitchen perfect for daily living and

    Devin Ilgenfritz BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY THE PREFERRED REALTY

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Weather

Annual Precipitation
41''
Average Winter Low Temperature
23°F
Average Summer High Temperature
83°F
Annual Snowfall
40''
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