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Community and low-cost real estate carried South Greensburg through the Rust Belt’s decline
South Greensburg is over 30 miles away from Pittsburgh, but its centuries of industrial history have revolved around some of the same themes as the Steel City: coal, manufacturing and their inevitable, devastating decline. Those industry town roots explain the gridded infrastructure of the modern borough, though residents now rely more on commuter highways to nearby city centers than they do walkability to the nearest coke works. Comparatively affordable real estate, however, has helped to ease that transition. “In Pittsburgh, you’re already getting more house for your money than most places. It’s even more-so in the Greensburg area, and even more than that in South Greensburg,” says Scott Ludwick, a broker at Berkshire Hathaway with more than 43 years of experience serving Westmoreland, Fayette and Allegheny counties. Small businesses and community events have kept South Greensburg a classic, railroad track-crossed community through major economic changes, paired with the lower cost of living and vast recreation spaces that have come to define Westmoreland County living in the 21st century.
Route 119 runs through South Greensburg providing easy access to many areas.
Old and new railroad tracks cross through the South Greensburg area.
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Blocks of century-old homes and modern townhome developments
On the borough’s central blocks, prewar National-style homes, American Foursquares and bungalows stand on small lots, as do limited midcentury homes like Cape Cods. “South Greensburg is where you’re going to find your average old houses. Old-fashioned aluminum siding, that kind of thing,” Ludwick says. Prices for these older homes typically range from around $100,000 to $225,000, but fixer uppers can go for less. Builders have developed communities of townhomes and 55-and-over patio homes on the outskirts of the borough over the past couple of decades that sell for around $200,000 to $300,000, plus variable monthly maintenance dues.
Pre-war era homes can be found in South Greensburg.
You can find newly built townhomes in South Greensburg.
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Western Pennsylvania commuting on Routes 30 and 119
Greensburg is the seat of Westmoreland County, putting its downtown government offices and major local employers like Seton Hill University and Independence Health System Westmoreland Hospital a few miles to the north. The University of Pittsburgh’s Greensburg campus is just east of South Greensburg. U.S. Routes 30 and 119 intersect in the borough’s northwest corner, offering access to county seat employers and the rest of Western PA. Starting down Route 30, Pittsburgh is more than 30 miles away and Pittsburgh International Airport is about 50 miles from home. Route 119 opens access to major central PA connectors like the Pennsylvania Turnpike and U.S. Route 22. While the area is largely car-dependent, Westmoreland Transit buses do offer limited regional service from stops on Broad Street.
Independence Health System serves the South Greensburg area.
Route 119 in South Greensburg is the main road to everywhere.
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Shopping and dining on Broad Street
Broad Street parallels what remains of South Greensburg’s major 19th and 20th century manufacturing district, and its sloping, sidewalk-lined blocks are still the backbone of the borough’s small business district. Farmhouse decor and a homestyle breakfast and lunch menu draw diners to South Greensburg Restaurant, just around the corner from the local American Legion branch and a retro video game shop. Morelands at Waterworks serves elevated pub and Italian fare in its old namesake waterworks facilities a little farther from the main drag. Fast food chains are more common along Route 119 as it leads into Greensburg. Greensburg's old-fashioned downtown commercial district is a couple of miles down that road, offering walkable blocks of locally owned restaurants and specialty shops. For groceries beyond what’s available at South Greensburg’s Dollar General, locals are also within a few miles of Greensburg’s Shop ‘n Save and Aldi.
Two South Greensburg residents chat over breakfast at the South Greensburg Restaurant.
South Greensburg heads to Downtown Greensburg for shopping and dining.
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Recreation at borough and county parks
The borough’s two classic parks, South Greensburg Community Park and Kelley Park, are grassy green spaces pocketed with picnic pavilions, playgrounds and athletic fields for local youth sport leagues. Cyclists and joggers take the Five Star Trail through South Greensburg, a unique rail trail given that the parallel tracks still actively bring trains through the area. Westmoreland County, beyond its linear rail trails, is also known for its expansive green spaces; residents are within a 30-minute drive of major Laurel Highlands recreation destination parks like Twin Lakes and Cedar Creek.
South Greensburg folks head to Kelly Park for outdoor activities.
The Five Star Trail cuts through the heart of South Greensburg.
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Attending Greensburg Salem or Hempfield Area school districts
Most kids will attend Greensburg Salem School District, including Amos K. Hutchinson Elementary School, which earns a B from Niche. Greensburg Salem Middle School earns a B-minus. B-rated Greensburg Salem High School offers a College in High School program, giving students to receive dual credit through partnerships with Seton Hill University, St. Vincent College, Carlow University and Westmoreland County Community College. Small, scattered pockets along the borough’s eastern edge fall into Hempfield Area School District, which earns a B-plus overall.
Greensburg Salem High School serves the students of South Greensburg.
Greensburg Salem Middle School is just a few short blocks from South Greensburg.
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Events through the borough and St. Bruno’s Catholic Church
South Greensburg’s recreation department hosts classic holiday celebrations throughout the year, inviting community members and first responders to enjoy some hotdogs at the summertime National Night Out and families to get together for the springtime Easter egg hunt. The borough’s churches hold regular services, with some like St. Bruno Catholic Church hosting larger community events like much-anticipated Lenten fish fries and weekend-long summer festivals.
St. Bruno Catholic Church serves South Greensburg with activities throughout the year.
There are many things to see in South Greensburg.
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Flood risk along Jacks Run and Slate Creek
While much of the borough is not at risk of flooding, Jacks Run and Slate Creek do create flood zones within South Greensburg. Buyers can consult maps to understand their risk levels after unusually heavy rain and understand their need for flood insurance.
Jacks Run flows through South Greensburg.
South Greensburg is a small community just south of the great city of Greensburg, PA.
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
South Greensburg
US
Homicide
3
4
Sexual Assault
3
4
Assault with Weapon
3
4
Robbery
3
4
Burglary
3
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
2
4
Larceny
3
4
Crime Score
3
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
South Greensburg Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in South Greensburg, Greensburg sell after 66 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in South Greensburg, Greensburg over the last 12 months is $1,640,000, up 290% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
2,090
Median Age
49
Population Density
5 ppl/acre
Population under 18
18%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
27.6%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$51,212
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$62,525
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
95.6%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
20.6%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
7.3%
% Population in Labor Force
59.7%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
50''
Average Winter Low Temperature
20°F
Average Summer High Temperature
83°F
Annual Snowfall
18''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
45/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
43/ 100
Source: Walk Score
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