Those looking for countryside living will strike gold when they come across Curtisville. The former mining town offers a rural environment of peaceful scenery from fields to woodlands. The community enjoys a slower-paced life with suburban amenities like laidback restaurants and a solid school district. “It’s more of a blue-collar community than anything else,” says Debbie Murray, a Realtor with Coldwell Banker Realty who has been living and selling homes in the area for nearly three decades. Northwest of Pittsburgh, the calm area is mainly residential, and homes sit along the main road on large lawns for plenty of breathing room for neighbors. “When someone says they live in Curtisville, people know how to place them, it’s a very tight-knit community,” says Murray.
Curtisville is a quiet neighborhood in Pennsylvania.
Residents in Curtisville can enjoy nature at Deer Lakes Park.
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Fishing at Deer Lakes Park
Deer Lakes park is home to a large green space, three lakes perfect for fishing, a disc golf course and a playground. It also has trails for walking and biking and picnic tables. At No Offseason Sports, people can enjoy baseball no matter the season or weather conditions. The sports complex includes outdoor ball fields, indoor facilities with a turf field and a weight room. Pittsburgh National Golf Club is the go-to spot for golfers.
Enjoy the fresh air and beautiful views of the pond at Deer Lakes Park.
A player going for a stolen base at the Mother's Day Baseball Tournament.
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Shopping and dining in Curtisville
For groceries, residents must drive 6 miles -- or about 10 minutes -- to North Towne Square's Giant Eagle Supermarket. Zottola's Pub and Eatery — which used to be Culmerville Hotel where miners would stay — invites patrons for a cozy date night in the homey restaurant serving classic Italian dishes. Xtra Innings Sports Bar and Grille offers a local watering hole with plenty of big screens to enjoy a Steelers game with friends, as well as dart boards and a pool table. Diners can enjoy live bands at JBs Roadside Bar & Grille, which features an outdoor pavilion and a laidback bar atmosphere. For weekend adventures in the city, neighbors head to Acrisure Stadium for a Steelers football game or PNC Park to watch the Pirates play baseball.
Go shopping at Northtowne Square.
Stop into Zottola's Pub & Eatery for a drink.
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Ranch-style homes from $100,000
Prospective homebuyers can choose between ranch-style homes and bungalows that range from $100,000 to $175,000. They also have the option of Cape Cods and American Foursquares that range from $200,000 to $250,000. “Most homes are over 100 years old, but of course, some have been renovated,” says Murray. “It’s a great starter home area.” Curtisville attracts a lot of young, first-time homebuyers since it has friendlier prices compared to surrounding areas, according to Murray. “Rarely do you see a home price go over $250,000,” she says.
Most houses in Curtisville have front and back yards.
A cozy bungalow home can be found in Curtisville.
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Athletics at Deer Lakes High
The Deer Lakes School District serves young children in Curtisville, with a B-minus from Niche. For Kindergarten through second grade, children attend Curtisville Primary School, which receives a B-minus, before advancing to East Union Intermediate School for grades three through five. East Union earns a B-minus. Kids may move on to Deer Lakes Middle School, which has a B, before proceeding to Deer Lakes High School, which earns a B-minus. Both schools have notable athletic programs. Harvest Baptist Academy, the popular private school option, is just 9 miles away and earns a B-minus from Niche. People can also visit the two churches in the area, St Michael's Eastern Orthodox and Deer Lakes Community Church of the Nazarene.
Highschool students in Curtisville attend Deer Lakes High School
East Union Intermediate School is available for students in Curtisville to attend.
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Commuting to Pittsburgh on I-79
While residents appreciate the seclusion that Curtisville offers, there is no direct bus route to downtown Pittsburgh. Interstate 76 and Route 28 are the two main highways that help people reach work daily. Pittsburgh International Airport is 42 miles, or about an hour's drive away.
On average, homes in Curtisville, PA sell after 47 days on the market compared to the national average of 48 days. The median sale price for homes in Curtisville, PA over the last 12 months is $211,250, down 7% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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