Dormont means “mountain of gold,” which is fitting for Dormont borough, where a treasure trove of amenities is within reach. “It’s a walking community. One square mile to reach everything in the town,” says Cindy D’Agostino, the Director of the Dormont Public Library. Potomac Avenue, Dormont’s main thoroughfare, is a prime example of the neighborhood’s walkability. Dozens of specialty shops and local eateries in historic brick buildings sit snuggly along sidewalk-lined streets. The busy Potomac Station is on the avenue, too, making maneuvering the greater Pittsburgh area easy. Dormont is also known for its expansive community park, which shares its grounds with the local elementary school.
You and your family can find many things to pass the time in Dormont, just cross the street and see.
Love over fear is the theme around here in Dormont, walk your cares away and enjoy the day.
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Elaborate revival-style and simplistic traditional-style homes
The homes sit along hilly streets, which often means they come with staircases that lead to their front doors. Homebuyers can find several elaborate revival styles, including Tudor, Colonial and Dutch Colonial homes. American Foursquare and ranch-style homes offer a more minimalistic style for lovers of simple architecture. Smaller two- to four-bedroom homes can range from $165,000 to $289,000, while larger three- to five-bedroom homes sell for between $300,000 and $425,000.
There are large homes up on the hill in Dormont, another reason residents love to live here.
The homes of Dormont go up the hills and far away, all while residents keep yards green.
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U.S. Route 19 runs through Dormont
U.S. Route 19 connects Dormont to downtown Pittsburgh, just 4 miles away. While most residents have at least one car, the neighborhood can also be navigated using public transit. “Dormont’s a nice small community with access to the T, which gets people to other parts of the city,” says D’Agostino. The T is Pittsburgh’s light rail system. Dormont residents can take the Red Line into the city by boarding the T at Domont Junction Station or Potomac Station. Public Pittsburgh Region Transit buses also run through the neighborhood. Stops can be found along Route 19. To travel internationally, residents can drive about 17 miles west on U.S. Interstate Highway 376 to reach Pittsburgh International Airport.
If you actually want to leave Dormont for a minute you can catch the T at the Dormont Junction.
Walking around town is easy in Dormont, it is one of the most walkable towns in the area.
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Potomac Avenue is the anchor of Dormont’s commercial district
Specialty boutiques and local eateries line Potomac Avenue. Residents can order a custom bouquet at Dormont Florist or buy chic wardrobe staples at Wallflower Vagabond clothing boutique. There are also various eateries to choose from along the main drag. Moonlit Burgers Dormont is one local favorite. It’s known for its crispy shoestring fries and juicy burgers on potato buns. A few doors down sits fan favorite Badamo’s Pizza. It is lauded for its classic Sicilian-style pies. A few additional businesses can be found along U.S. Route 19. For groceries, residents can visit the local Jmart International Market or head less than 2 miles out of town to Aldi.
The Dor-Stop Restaurant in Dormont usually has a line out the door.
Get a pastry or a decorated cake at Potomac Bakery in Dormont.
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Athletic facilities and a whimsical playground at Dormont Park
Dormont Park sits just behind the local elementary school, making it an ideal spot for kids to play after school. A wooden castle-shaped playground, athletic facilities, and a 60,000-square-foot swimming pool are scattered throughout the nearly 24-acre park. Residents can also find passive amenities like picnic areas and walking trails. Less than half a mile away is Hillsdale Park. This grassy knoll sits on the corner of Hillsdale Avenue. Café lights wrap about the small field, and a couple of park benches line a short walkway. The park is often used as a venue for community events.
Don't forget to check out the Dormont Castle Playground while you are in Dormont Park.
Dormont Park is a wonderful place to relax, take a walk, or just swing the day away.
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Keystone Oaks High students can graduated with college credits
Kids may attend schools in the Keystone Oaks School District, including Dormont Elementary School, Keystone Oaks Middle School, and Keystone Oaks High School, all graded a B-plus or better on Niche. At Keystone Oaks High, students can enroll in a STEM Academy, allowing them to graduate with 15 college credits. Parents looking for a private school option may consider Jubilee Christian School, just outside the neighborhood.
Keystone Oaks High School serves students from 9th grade through 10th grade.
Dormont Elementary School is teaching young minds ways to succeed.
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Dormont Park hosts the annual Dormont Day celebration
Dormont’s Row House Hollywood Theater was built in the 1920s with a balcony and a single screen. Today, residents often head to the historic venue for screenings of new films and regular showings of The Rocky Horror Picture Show. Dormont Public Library is another popular local destination. On Saturdays, the library hosts origami classes, story times and family activity days. Large-scale events in the neighborhood include Dormont Day, the community’s annual July 4th celebration. Residents congregate at Dormont Park to snack on festival food, win grab-bag prizes, play games and listen to live music. The event culminates with a fireworks display at night. The neighborhood also hosts an annual street and music festival in the fall, where bands come out to serenade the town.
View classic films at the Hollywood Theater in Domont, a throw back venue for sure.
Spend some time at the Dormont Library, catch up on your reading.
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