Situated along the Monongahela River in Allegheny County, Duquesne is a small city within the Pittsburgh metropolitan area. Like the neighboring “Steel City,” steel is central to Duquesne’s history. The town was once home to Duquesne Steel Company, which began operations there in 1886. The mill was known for having the largest blast furnace in the world, the Dorothy Six. The furnace was so famous that Bob Dylan even wrote a song about it called “Duquesne Whistle.” Following the Great Depression and post-WWII deindustrialization, steel factories began shutting their doors across the region, including in Duquesne. Today, the city offers a post-industrial landscape, with uniformed early 20th-century homes sitting snuggly along sloping gridded roads. The city’s downtown district is quiet, but reinvestment efforts are underway. “Duquesne is in a recovery phase, but it’s getting there. It’s growing,” says Missy Foltz, a Realtor of eight years with Coldwell Banker Realty.
River sky view shows the gorgeous water during Winter time in Duquesne, PA.
Head into the Duquesne Super Mart for your everyday needs.
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Homes built in the early 20th century dominate Duquesne
Like in much of Pittsburgh, most homes here are single-family residences dating back to the early 20th century. Common architectural styles in this densely populated area include cottages, bungalows, American foursquare, and ranch-style homes. Most are on deep plots with minimal front yards and back lots large enough for sheds and swing sets. Larger plots are rare but can be found on the north end of town. Older homes needing significant repairs can start as low as $10,000. Homes needing less substantial updates can sell for between $50,000 and $100,000, while renovated homes can sell for between $100,000 and $135,000.
Colonial Revival and foursquare homes sit snuggly along sidewalk-lined streets.
20th century homes stand side-by-side in Duquesne, PA.
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Neighborhood kids may attend schools in the Duquesne City School District
Kids may begin their education in the Duquesne City School District at Duquesne Elementary School, which serves kindergarten through eighth grade students. It was graded a C-minus on Niche. They can continue their schooling in the West Mifflin Area School District at West Mifflin Area High School, graded a B-minus on Niche. West Mifflin Area High offers unique opportunities for seniors, such as career internships and dual enrollment coursework. Penn State Greater Allegheny is in McKeesport, just over 3 miles south.
Duquesne City School shows the side where the flag stands where lots of kids enroll.
The Duquesne High School building currently houses kindergarten through eighth grade students.
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Duquesne sits along the Great Allegheny Passage
The Great Allegheny Passage is a 150-mile trail that spans from Cumberland, Maryland, to Downtown Pittsburgh. The path winds through mountains and valleys and follows the Casselman, Youghiogheny and Monongahela Rivers. In Duquesne, along the banks of the Monongahela, hikers and bikers can stop for a bite at the Great Allegheny Passage Picnic Area, a small grassy knoll with a wooden picnic table. Duquesne Community Victory Garden is another favorite outdoor spot. It was established in 2018 to connect residents and provide healthy, homegrown food to the broader community.
Joggers and walkers enjoy the Great Allegheny Passage trail in Duquesne.
Bridges crossing over the Monongahela River.
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Duquesne's shopping district is concentrated around Grant Avenue
Residents can find a handful of local shops and eateries on Grant Avenue, including Squid’s Coffee Shop and Schink’s Hardware, Inc. Additional stores and restaurants dot the city streets. Just 1 mile away from the shopping district sits Scotty’s Bar and Lounge. This local favorite is family-owned and offers a cozy environment and live music. Duquesne is also home to the Great Pittsburgh Food Bank. For additional shopping and dining needs, residents can visit nearby communities. Less than 2 miles north of the city sits the Kennywood Shops, where there is a Giant Eagle Supermarket and Roses. Five miles away in North Versailles are more shops, including a Walmart Supercenter and Rossi’s Flea Market.
Shink's Hardware in Duquesne has been serving the Mon Valley for over 65 years!
Stop in to Squid's Coffee Shop in Duquesne for the best coffee and donuts in the area.
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Kennywood Amusement Park hosts events all year long
Carnegie Library’s Duquesne Branch is a popular location for community events. It offers story time hours, yoga sessions and film showings, among other things. Kennywood Amusement Park is an integral part of this community. It’s located just outside the city and hosts dozens of events throughout the year. “They have nationality days all the time, the local high schools have their band parade in the fall, there’s a Halloween event, and they recently had a Christmas celebration,” Foltz says.
Duquesne is next to Kennywood Park in West Mifflin.
Kennywood Park in West Mifflin is a historic landmark enjoyed by residents of Duquesne.
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Route 837 runs through town
Pennsylvania State Route 837 runs through the neighborhood. It connects to U.S. Interstate Highway 376, which leads to Pittsburgh, just over 11 miles away. Pittsburgh Regional Transit serves this neighborhood. Public Port Authority bus stops are along N 2nd Street, Route 837, Crawford Avenue, Kennedy Avenue and Commonwealth Avenue. To travel out of the country, residents can head to Pittsburgh International Airport, about 29 miles away.
PRT bus stops are all through Duquesne.
Shops and residential buildings in Duquesne, PA, during winter.
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On average, homes in Duquesne, PA sell after 82 days on the market compared to the national average of 55 days. The median sale price for homes in Duquesne, PA over the last 12 months is $66,250, down 5% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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