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Quiet suburban haven 6 miles from Pittsburgh
The borough of Etna was named after the Mt. Etna volcano, whose molten lava mirrors the blazing fires of the industrial blast furnaces once prominent in the former steel-town-turned-quiet-suburban-haven. While the greater Pittsburgh area has been experiencing a population decline, Etna has remained a popular option for those coming in. "You have a lot of people looking at the area for a suburb of Pittsburgh close to the city," says Sara Leitera, a Realtor at Berkshire Hathaway. She's been selling in the Pittsburgh area for 16 years. In many ways, Etna is just like any other Pittsburgh suburb, with hilly terrain, mature houses, and a modest park system, but its robust walkable main street and the diversity of striking architecture paired with affordable pricing set it apart.
Etna is right next to Route 8 making traveling anywhere else in PA very easy.
In Etna, Butler Street is their business district, often bustling with activity and customers.
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Shopping and dining along Butler Street
Red brick Italianate-style row houses filled with local shops and eateries line Butler Street to create Etna's commercial district. "Etna has a lot of breweries and little shops that have been there a long time. The pierogi store is cool," Leitera says. She's referring to Cop Out Pierogies, a locally-owned eatery offering everything from traditional potato and cheese pierogies to uniquely flavored ones like macaroni and cheese. Patrons can also indulge in dessert pierogies, which merge the classic Polish dumplings with the flavors of popular sweet treats like salted caramel. Another popular spot on the main drag is E Town Bar & Grill, a classic American bar known for its casual fare and laid-back environment. Patrons can sit at the wood-top bar or one of the high bistro tables as they munch on a fried fish sandwich and sip on a cold beer. Residents can visit neighboring communities for additional dining and shopping needs.
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Community gardening at The Garden of Etna
The Garden of Etna is a popular community gathering spot where residents can rent plots to grow and tend to seasonal fruits and vegetables.
If you love gardening, Etna has a community garden that is well-maintained.
There are urban walking trail signs throughout Etna to guide you where to go.
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Striking 19th and 20th century homes
Most homes here were built between the late 19th and mid-20th centuries and sit on long, narrow lots. While many have been updated, others have simply been maintained, boasting original stained-glass windows and traditional dark wooden interior trims. Popular architectural styles include American foursquares with dormer windows, bungalows with steep roof lines, vibrant Victorian craftsman homes with bay windows, and Tudor-inspired Cape Cods with asymmetrical entryways. These dwellings typically boast two to four bedrooms and sell for between $170,000 and $220,000. Slightly larger homes can pop up from time to time. When they do, they can sell for as much as $350,000.
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Beautiful American Foursquares can be seen throughout Etna.
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Unique athletic opportunities at Shaler Area High School
Kids may attend schools in the Shaler Area School District. The pipeline includes four schools, starting with Burchfield Primary School, which serves kindergarten through third-grade students. Kids can continue their schooling at Shaler Area Elementary School, which serves fourth through sixth-grade students; Shaler Area Middle School, which serves seventh through eighth-grade students; and Shaler Area High School, which serves ninth through twelfth graders. All were graded a B-minus or better on Niche. Shaler High is known for its unique sports team offerings, including varsity bowling, girls' varsity flag football and varsity golf.
Shaler Area Elementary School is a public school located in Glenshaw, PA.
Burchfield Primary School is a highly rated, public school rated A- by Niche.
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Ball fields and walking trails at Dougherty Veteran's Field
Dougherty Veteran's Field is a sporting complex just north of central Etna. The park boasts two fenced-in ball fields where community youth sports teams play come springtime. The Dougherty Nature Trail Extension also runs through the grounds, following Pine Creek, which hugs the park's west end. On hot summer days, residents can glide down the twin slides that lead to a community pool at the Etna Borough Pool and Playground, less than half a mile from the ball fields. Along with water activities, residents can enjoy a modest playground and shaded picnic pavilions. Just next door, residents can find the community's deck hockey rink and basketball court.
Not hungry? Grab a drink at the bar in Rear End Gastropub & Garage.
Take your furry friend for a walk across the bridge next to Dougherty Veteran's Field.
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Routes 28, 8 run through Etna
Downtown Pittsburgh is just over 6 miles southwest of Etna. Residents can easily head into the city by driving down Pennsylvania Route 28, which snakes through the neighborhood's south side. Pennsylvania Route 8 also winds through Etna, making it easy for residents to travel north and south through western PA. The neighborhood is served by public Pittsburgh Regional Transit buses. Stops are along Mt Royal Blvd, Crescent Street, Bulter Street, Freeport Street, Parker Street, and Grant Avenue. To travel internationally, residents can head about 23 miles west to Pittsburgh International Airport.
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On average, homes in Etna, PA sell after 89 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Etna, PA over the last 12 months is $128,800, down 31% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Remarkably kept five unit building in Etna. Consisting of retail/residential storefront with full bath and Two single family two bedroom units, Two single family one bedroom units. Recently updated. Rear TREX deck and off street parking. Prime Location. Owner pays gas, water and sewage.
The Opportunity is here for a New Owner. Two adjoining buildings sold as one unit. Unit 617 is a two story brick building featuring a full service salon with off street parking and a full walk out basement and integral garage. The second floor is an executive apartment with two bedrooms and is completely remodeled. There is a large roof top deck for entertaining with fantastic views especially
Updated four unit with front additional retail/apartment. Great location! Parking at rear. Large deck area. Less than 10 minutes to the Strip District and Downtown.
Conveniently located on Route 8. Small business space with reception and waiting areas, large storage room and full bathroon with shower. Public parking for customers.
Freshly updated home - large rooms and lots of options for the space! Covered front deck to relax on. High ceilings in the spacious living and dining rooms. All new cabinets and granite countertops in the kitchen. Stainless appliances - gas stove, microwave, and refrigerator, plus a corner pantry. Upstairs, the large bedroom (12x15) is straight ahead. Across the hall is the 2nd bedroom - access
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