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A suburban borough with small-town charm and rural outskirts
About 13 miles south of Pittsburgh is the borough of Jefferson Hills. It offers all the charms of suburban living while also having more rural areas near the outskirts of town. The community abuts the borough of Pleasant Hills, both of which are considered a part of the West Jefferson Hills community, known for its highly-rated school district. Area schools played a significant role in Jefferson Hills being voted one of the best places for families to live in Pennsylvania by WalletHub.com. “Most of the people here have been satisfied. We’ve got great schools and great housing prices,” says Lori Bost, a local Realtor of 25 years with Howard Hanna Real Estate Services.
Jefferson Hills has the best of both with a rural feel and suburban living.
Come see the rolling hills and valleys of the Jefferson Neighborhood.
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Home styles and prices are varied
Homebuyers can choose from various houses, including custom new builds in planned subdivisions and ranch-style homes on sprawling lots. Townhouse communities and estates on large plots also dot the area. “We have homes here in the 100,000s and in the 800,000s. It’s a great market to be in because there are homes for everyone,” Bost says. New builds come in a variety of architectural styles. Popular options are contemporary, Colonial Revival and Tudor Revival. Older homes are often farmhouse, bi-level and ranch-style. Smaller homes built in the mid-1900s can sell for between $100,000 and $200,000, while larger ones can exceed $345,000. Newer builds range from $349,000 to around $620,000, and large estates top out around $840,000.
Jefferson Hills has many homes with manicured lawns and plenty of space between properties.
Luxury homes are tucked away in Jefferson Hills.
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Thomas Jefferson High is known for its championship football program
Kids may attend schools in the West Jefferson Hills School District. They can begin their schooling at Gill Hall Elementary School and Pleasant Hills Middle School, graded an A and B-plus, respectively. They can move up to Thomas Jefferson High School, graded a B-plus. Thomas Jefferson High is known for its football program. Over the years, the team has won 15 championships. Most recently, the team won the 2020 Pennsylvania Interscholastic Athletic Association State Championship.
Gill Hall Elementary serves the young people of Jefferson Hills.
Thomas Jefferson High School is an American public secondary school located in Jefferson Hills.
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Routes 51, 43, 885 run through town
Pennsylvania Route 51 runs through the center of Jefferson Hills and leads to Pittsburgh. Pennsylvania Routes 43 and 885 also run through the area and connect to several major highways, including U.S. Interstate Highway 376. Residents can easily access medical care since the Jefferson Regional Medical Center is on the north end of town. Pittsburgh Regional Transit serves the community. Public bus stops are along Route 51. For international travel, residents can head to Pittsburgh International Airport, just under 28 miles northwest.
Montour Trail offers plenty of space for joggers or bikers to exercise.
The rolling hills of Jefferson Hills have many options of homes for buyers to choose from.
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Local shops and eateries a pepper the town
While the community doesn’t have large shopping centers, it does offer mini-marts and a Dollar General for necessities. For additional grocery needs, most residents head 4 miles north to Century III Plaza in Pleasant Hills, where there is a Walmart, Sam’s Club, Home Depot and more. When it comes to grub, Jefferson Hills has a few local options. Yoli’s Cucina and Craft House sits on the corner of Payen Hill Road and Pennsylvania Route 885. It’s a family-owned Italian restaurant known for its generous portions of pasta and specialty pizzas. A new spot in town is The Turnaround Restaurant. It is set to open in early 2024. Its menu boasts everything from crab cakes to club sandwiches.
Come hungry to Yoli's Cucina and Craft house.
Small shops are a welcome sight in Jefferson Hills.
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Jefferson Hills is home to five community parks
The 26-acre 885 Andrew Reilly Memorial Park is the largest of the bunch. It’s located on the north end of town and offers residents access to ball fields, a basketball court, shaded pavilions, a sand volleyball pit, and batting cages. Five miles across town sits another large recreation ground, Gill Hall Park. It boasts several basketball courts, a pickleball court, a playground and a pavilion. About another 5 miles south sits Beedle Park. It spans 20 acres and features a playground and baseball and soccer fields. For hikers and cyclists, the Great Allegheny Passage also runs through the community. The 150-mile trail system runs from Maryland to Pennsylvania.
885 Andrew Reilly Memorial Park is a great place to watch a game
Sand and swings at Gill Hall Community Park
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Jefferson Hills Public Library is a community gathering space
Jefferson Hills Public Library offers events and activities for residents of all ages. Not only can kids attend story time hours throughout the week, but they can also join the gaming club of a young writer’s group. The library also offers adult activities like book clubs and dance fitness classes. For additional events, residents can explore surrounding communities or head to downtown Pittsburgh, just 13 miles away.
The Jefferson Hills Public Library is a public library serving the community.
The Jefferson Hills library is located in the municipal building with the police station.
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On average, homes in Jefferson Hills, PA sell after 72 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Jefferson Hills, PA over the last 12 months is $374,500, up 25% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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