Harmar Township
Suburban Neighborhood in Fox Chapel, Pennsylvania
Allegheny County 15024, 15238
Single-family blocks in Acmetonia and newer townhouse subdivisions
Long, grassy blocks of single-family homes are the norm in Harmar Township's older Acmetonia section, lining streets in a blend of simple vernacular styles popular from the 1920s through 1950s like Minimal Traditional cottages, Cape Cods and ranch-style homes. Prices usually range from $130,000 to $270,000. Homes in HOA-maintained communities like Forest Highland and Forest Manor have the highest prices on the market, with townhouses selling for $340,000 to $775,000 and New Traditional single-family homes selling for $730,000 to $1.2 million plus additional monthly fees in the mid-three figures. While blocks close to the Allegheny River are flat and lined by sidewalks, pedestrian infrastructure and walkability take a hit on streets and subdivisions in the surrounding hills. Homes hiding past the railroad tracks on Hancock Camp and Werner Camp roads often enjoy backyard dock access to the Allegheny River. Harmar Township has a CAP Index crime score of 2 out of 10, lower than the national average of 4.
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Community parks, river recreation and Alpha Ice Complex
A handful of small community parks are scattered throughout Harmar Township, like Acme Park, a small collection of tree-shaded playground equipment and athletic courts. In Cheswick, Rachel Carson Riverfront Park offers a more tranquil green space and access to the Allegheny River for anglers. Boaters and kayakers can take off from the Springdale Boat Ramp or Cheswick Marina, navigating the lock and dam to explore the overgrown forests at Allegheny Islands State Park or opting to head up toward Tarentum. The parking lot of the Alpha Ice Complex is often busy, either with gear-laden youth hockey leagues or free skaters heading in for a couple of hours on the ice. Alexander's Athletic Club offers fitness facilities and classes for all ages, as well as Silver Sneakers active adult classes marketed to prevent health complications and increase strength for aging athletes.
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Allegheny Valley partners with Forbes Road Career and Technology
Acmetonia Elementary School serves prekindergarten through sixth grade and earns a C from Niche. Springdale Junior-Senior High School serves seventh through 12th grades and also earns a C. High schoolers wanting career and vocational training opportunities can opt into half or full-day programs run through the Forbes Road Career and Technology Center.
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Cheswick Strawberry Festival and Pittsburgh Shrine Center
Longtime Harmar Township residents might remember seeing birthday parties advertised on the former FunFest bowling alley's highway sign. New LED signs serve the same function, advertising the sports bar, upgraded laser tag and escape room fun available at the renovated Zone 28. Visitors can engage in some high-tech laser tag competition or stick to league or amateur games on the bowling lanes. The Pittsburgh Shrine Center is a magnet for special events, hosting dozens of festivals, dances and concerts that open ticket sales to the public as well as private parties.
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Route 28 and PRT bus commuting
Route 28 provides a 15-mile commute into downtown Pittsburgh, though rush hour traffic factors heavily into drive time. Pittsburgh Regional Transit bus stops along Freeport Road provide regular service from Tarentum to Pittsburgh, with a more limited line running all the way out to Harrison Township. Pittsburgh International Airport is around 30 miles away.Shopping and dining along Freeport Road
Pennsylvania Turnpike drivers needing a break from the road get off at the Allegheny Valley exit, heading toward the commercial strip lining Freeport Road in Harmar Township. Past a collection of hotels, fast food joints and gas stations like McDonald's and Sheetz catch highway traffic. A recently upgraded Target is the biggest retail anchor on this stretch of Freeport, but has been the center of the township's modern commercial development for much longer than it's introduced Tesla charging stations. Sit-down chains from Denny’s to Yinzer-centric Primanti Bros. pop up in standalone buildings and a few small strip malls. Allegheny Health Network Harmar Neighborhood Hospital punctuates the western end of the commercial corridor, a sleek, glassy complex that opened in 2020. The Pittsburgh Mills Mall is further up Route 28, but most retailers have fled the scene outside of anchors like Dick's Sporting Goods and Macy's. Its satellite strip malls have much busier parking lots thanks to big box names like Walmart and Sam's Club.East of the Bessemer & Lake Erie Railroad Bridge, Freeport Road transforms into more of a main street, eschewing neon-lit national chains for long-standing businesses like Wicked Witches Bar & Grille, Fat Cat’s Subs and Riverview Antique ‘N Market Place. Neighboring municipalities like Cheswick and Harwick have their own set of long-time local standbys. “The Bear’s Inn on top of the hill – those men were coal miners, they serve a delicious spaghetti dinner,” Rusek-Lichok says. “They’ve put together monuments for the Harwick Mine disaster and for firemen, they’re very community oriented.” Several churches, including Rock of Ages Alliance Church and Saint Francis of Assisi, hold services throughout the community.
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Flood zone along the Allegheny River
During times of unusually heavy rain, low-lying sections of Harmar Township close to the Allegheny River may experience flooding. These areas are largely industrial, and flooding up to Freeport Road is rare.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Mary Grace Ferraro
Mary Grace Ferraro
Responds QuicklyBERKSHIRE HATHAWAY HOMESERVICES THE PREFERRED REAL
(412) 207-3228
42 Total Sales
1 in Harmar Township
$386,000 Price
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Sarah Lattanza
Sarah Lattanza
Dream Finders Realty LLC
(206) 207-4771
34 Total Sales
1 in Harmar Township
$310,000 Price
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Patti McCaffrey
Patti McCaffrey
RE/MAX SELECT REALTY
(412) 924-5849
50 Total Sales
1 in Harmar Township
$150,000 Price
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Barbara Bolls
Barbara Bolls
RE/MAX SELECT REALTY
(412) 912-4836
75 Total Sales
5 in Harmar Township
$156K - $429K Price Range
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Betsy Wotherspoon
Betsy Wotherspoon
BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY THE PREFERRED REALTY
(412) 990-1472
398 Total Sales
2 in Harmar Township
$310K - $850K Price Range
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John Marzullo
John Marzullo
COMPASS PENNSYLVANIA, LLC
(724) 952-3574
1,062 Total Sales
4 in Harmar Township
$30K - $461K Price Range
Schools
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- 7th to 12th
- Public
- Pre-K to 6th
- Public
- Pre-K to 12th
- Private
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Parks in this Area
Hartwood Acres Park
- Parking Lot
- Amphitheater
- Hiking
Rachel Carson Park
- Picnic Area
- Trails
- Multi-Purpose Field
Deer Lakes Park
- Disc Golf
- Fishing
- Picnic Area
Harwick Park
- Basketball
- Playground
- Parking Lot
Veterans Memorial Field
- Baseball/Softball
- Football
- Parking Lot
Acme Park
- Picnic Area
- Playground
- Multi-Purpose Field
Riverside Park
Allegheny Islands State Park
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Harmar Township | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 2 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 1 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 1 | 4 |
| Robbery | 2 | 4 |
| Burglary | 2 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 2 | 4 |
| Larceny | 3 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 2 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Harmar Township Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Harmar Township, Fox Chapel sell after 74 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Harmar Township, Fox Chapel over the last 12 months is $382,000, up 50% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$347,450
Median Sale Price
$382,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$186,112
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$511,500
Median Change From 1st List Price
5%
Last 12 months Home Sales
25
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
50%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$188
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,145
Number of Homes for Sale
7
Median Year Built
1957
Months of Supply
3.40
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,373
Significantly below the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,167
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,271
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
8,712
Open Houses
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Sunday, Jun 151 - 3pm
$745,000
- 4 Beds
- 3.5 Baths
- 3,458 Sq Ft
- 266 Sweet Gum Rd
Enjoy this exceptional home with a first floor primary suite in Forest Manor. This single family detached luxury townhome offers privacy along with a super outdoor deck with awning and an attractive fenced in landscaped yard! Natural light pours into the home over the course of the day, you'll love the vaulted ceilings, spacious rooms and lovely hardwood floors. Enjoy the eat-in kitchen with
Jane Herrmann BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY HOMESERVICES THE PREFERRED REAL
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
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$259,900
- 116-118 Acme Ave
- New 6 days ago
RARE OPPORTUNITY! Legal DUPLEX EXTRAORDINARILY spacious, updated and well maintained Duplex on manicured residential street off Freeport Road in Harmar. Ideal for investors or multi-generational living. All brick 2bd/each unit {mirror image}, side-by-side with inviting curb appeal. Unit 118 has additional full bath on main level. Huge flat fenced-in rear yard. Detached 4-car garage. New/er: Roof
Lynn Niman BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY HOMESERVICES THE PREFERRED REAL
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$289,555
- 3 Beds
- 1.5 Baths
- 1,355 Sq Ft
- 563 Meadowvale Dr
- New 27 days ago
WELCOME! This well maintained split-level home sits on a large corner lot in the quaint and quiet Chapel Downs neighborhood, nestled just outside of the Fox Chapel border in Harmar Township. Offering 3 bedrooms, 1.5 baths and 1355 sq ft of thoughtfully designed living space, this home is the perfect "right-size" option for those looking to downsize without compromise-or a fantastic starter home
Gabriella Germinaro HOWARD HANNA REAL ESTATE SERVICES
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$325,000
- 0 Rich Hill Rd
- New 28 days ago
9.80 Acres of beautifully wooded land in FCASD across from Forest View! Imagine having your own private retreat away from it all but close to everything! This hidden gem is picturesque and tranquil & just what you have been looking for! Developers welcome or build your own private estate! Utilities are at the edge of the parcel for easy "Tie-in". The owner will prepare/clear lot for buyer(s).
Nicole Glasgow HOWARD HANNA REAL ESTATE SERVICES
Homes for Rent
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$875 - $1,100 per month
- Locust Hill Apartments - 1-12 Locust Hill Dr
- 1-2 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 620+ Sq Ft
- 1-12 Locust Hill Dr
- Cheswick, PA
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$1,395 per month
- 2 Beds
- 1.5 Baths
- 1,244 Sq Ft
- 133 Rivermont Ct
- Cheswick, PA
AVAILABLE 8-1-2025!! Welcome home to 133 Rivermont Ct. This end unit townhouse has newer carpeting and flooring. The open floor plan welcomes you to the spacious dining room which flows to the large living room with high ceilings and tons of natural lighting. Off the living room is a lawn area; perfect for enjoying a beverage or barbecue. The kitchen comes fully equipped with stainless steel
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
3,042
Median Age
56
Population Density
1 person/acre
Population under 18
14.1%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
37.6%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$74,038
On par with the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$112,892
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
97%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
46%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
17.8%
% Population in Labor Force
57.3%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
41''
Average Winter Low Temperature
23°F
Average Summer High Temperature
83°F
Annual Snowfall
6''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
17
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
24
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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