$165,547Average Value$124Average Price per Sq Ft15Homes For Sale
Leechburg mixes suburban living with rural surroundings
Situated along a bend in the Kiskiminetas River, just 34 miles from Pittsburgh, is the small suburban neighborhood of Leechburg. This Pittsburgh suburb is teeming with local businesses in rowhouse-style buildings along hilly sidewalk-lined streets. It also offers community events throughout the year, giving it all the charms of small-town living while also being close to the city. “The thing I like about that area is that they’re commuting distance to the city; you could be on a freeway in minutes, but it also has a more rural feel,” says Denise Lewandowski, a Realtor at Howard Hanna Real Estate Services. She’s been selling homes in the area for 20 years. Leechburg is a borough in Armstrong County, but Westmorland and Allegheny Counties butt up to the neighborhood. “You’re just a hop, skip and a jump from other counties,” Lewandowski says.
Many well-maintained historic homes can be found in Leechburg.
Riverfront Park in Leechburg is a great spot for a picnic.
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Colonial revivals and ranch homes dominate the market
Queen Anne, Victorian and contemporary farmhouse-style houses can be found here, but Colonial revivals and ranch-style homes are the most popular. Many homes here are older and sit snuggly on small lots. Smaller one- to four-bedroom fixer-uppers can sell for under $100,000, while larger two- to four-bedroom homes can sell for between $100,000 and $200,000.
A brick colonial home in Leechburg, perfect for a growing family.
Leechburg has sidewalks throughout the neighborhood.
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High schoolers can earn college credit before graduation
Kids can attend schools in the Leechburg Area School District. They can go to David Leech Elementary School and Leechburg Middle/Senior High School, all graded a C-plus or better on Niche. The Senior High offers a College in High School program, allowing students to enroll in over a dozen dual enrollment classes through Westmoreland County Community College.
Leechburg Area High School and Middle School are in one building.
Leechburg School District is home of the Blue Devils.
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Outdoor spaces include river access and neighborhood parks
Leechburg offers many outdoor opportunities. Along the Kiskiminetas River, which wraps around the southwestern end of the neighborhood, is the newly revamped Riverfront Park. It boasts a new kayak and canoe launch, gazebo, picnic tables, benches and walking trails. Less than a mile away, cross into neighboring Hyde Park by walking across the 600-foot bridge in Walking Bridge Park. For organized sports, residents can utilize the Veteran’s Memorial Field Park football field. There are also two small community parks, Kiski Avenue Park and Campbell Avenue Park, with play structures and open lawn spaces.
Kids will love the playgrounds in Leechburg.
Residents in Leechburg can launch small craft at Riverfront Park.
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Local shops and restaurants line Market and 3rd streets
Rowhouses occupied by local businesses line 3rd Street and Market Street, Leechburg’s main thoroughfare. Flit through clothing racks at Honeybee & Co. Boutique, pick up home improvement supplies at Chuck Smith Flooring and do weekly grocery shopping at Sprankle’s Neighborhood Market. Nearly a dozen restaurants also dot the streets. Sitting on Main Street is Happy Day Café, known for its extensive breakfast menu. Along Market Street, the neighborhood’s main thoroughfare, are Leechburg Pizza Company, Dizzy’s Bar & Grill, National Public House, Goat Donut Co. and Coco Coffeehouse. A few more shops are along 3rd Street, including Ciceros Bar & Grill inside Sprankle’s Market and Sharp Shooters Bar & Grill. For additional shopping needs, Hyde Park Plaza is less than 3 miles away and is full of familiar retailers and eateries like Giant Eagle Supermarket, McDonald’s and Big Lots.
Have a lovely meal at Cicero's Bar & Grill.
Honeybee & Co. is a great for retail therapy.
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Monthly street festivals and holiday parades bring neighbors together
Community events are an essential part of Leechburg’s identity. The Leechburg Area Community Association is responsible for hosting many events here, including the newly launched Mingle on Market event, in which vendors set up booths, bands perform, and residents explore local shops along Market Street. Mingle on Market events are hosted on the second Thursday of each month between June and October. Another local favorite is Illuminate Leechburg, where local businesses host holiday events like ornament-making and letter-writing to Santa. This holiday event starts on the Saturday after Thanksgiving and runs through much of December. It includes an opening day holiday parade, Santa photo ops, and a shopping scavenger hunt.
No public transit, but buses stop nearby once a day
While public transit is not available in the immediate neighborhood, public buses with Westmoreland Transit stop once daily at the Route 56 Park and Ride, less than 2 miles away. Leechburg is conveniently located near Pennsylvania State Route 356 and Pennsylvania State Route 28, making travel to Pittsburgh, just 34 miles southwest, easy. The Pittsburgh International Airport is a little farther, at 50 miles away.
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On average, homes in Leechburg, PA sell after 64 days on the market compared to the national average of 55 days. The median sale price for homes in Leechburg, PA over the last 12 months is $180,000, up 3% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Bigger than it looks, this ranch has a lot packed into one level. Inside, the living room opens to the kitchen, where updated cabinets and wood beam details add some character. The home offers 3 bedrooms and 2 full baths, including a primary suite tucked toward the back. There’s also an extra room with sliding doors to the back deck that would make a great family room, office, or sitting room,
Welcome home to this delightful two-story colonial located in the Leechburg School District. Perfectly situated across the street from the scenic Kiski River, this home offers beautiful river views and is just steps from the historic walking bridge connecting Leechburg to Hyde Park. Enjoy the convenience of being within walking distance to Leechburg schools, local shops, dining, and downtown
Nice Right in to this Charming 3-bedroom, 1-bath home located in the heart of Leechburg! Great size rooms & high ceilings! This property offers a detached garage, Room to make additional off street parking in the back, covered front porch, and plenty of potential for an owner-occupant or investor looking to add their personal touch. Tons of storage throughout! Couple little canning rooms, coal
Dreaming of your own private oasis? This is the one you’ve been waiting for!Welcome to this beautifully updated 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath two-story home situated on 2.49 acres in the Leechburg School District, where modern updates meet exceptional outdoor living.Step inside to discover a freshly painted interior featuring new flooring, new windows and doors, and a warm, inviting layout.
INVESTOR SPECIAL! 4 bedroom, 2 bath home on a corner lot. Tons of character and potential! Start that portfolio or add to your current one! Hard woods throughout. New metal roof (5 yrs old), kitchen has been started and includes a coffee bar. Open kitchen/Dinning room. with 3 additional rooms on the 1st floor. Just needs your finishing touches. 3 separate garages. 2, one car and 1, 2 car. Large
Welcome Home to 1206 Bagdad Road, Leechburg, PA 15656!Discover the perfect blend of comfort and modern living in this meticulously maintained single-family home, nestled in a peaceful country setting in Gilpin Township, Armstrong County - Leechburg School District. Relax on your charming front covered porch, where you can enjoy serene views and fresh air.Interior
Daniel HumesMossy Oak Properties Pennsylvania Land Professionals, LLC
Conveniently located on a corner lot, 1650 Main Street offers great space and lots of updates. The new deck is large and great for enjoying the summer weather and the outdoor views. A large covered front porch welcomes you into the 4x5 entry area. From there you have a large living room, and a combined dining / kitchen area. The kitchen area offers recessed lighting, stainless steel appliances,
Vince TaglieriBERKSHIRE HATHAWAY THE PREFERRED REALTY
** Investor Special ** This spacious property is set up like a duplex and offers flexible options — finish it into a true two-unitinvestment property, or restore it into a stunning single-family home with incredible space and charm. Whether you’re lookingfor rental income or a grand residence, the potential here is endless. Bring your vision and make it yours! Cash or rehab loansonly.
Adam GleveDEACON & HOOVER REAL ESTATE ADVISORS LLC
Tucked away in a quiet setting with beautiful valley views, this charming and well-maintained ranch offers the perfect blend of comfort, space, and indoor-outdoor living. A welcoming wraparound front porch with glider greets you on arrival, an ideal place to relax and enjoy the peaceful surroundings. Inside, the home features a bright living room with a large picture window that fills the space
This vacant 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom home offers comfortable living space on a 0.11-acre lot. The layout features a kitchen, dining room, and living room with carpet flooring, while the entrance has laminate flooring. All bedrooms include built-in cupboards. An unfinished basement provides additional storage or future potential, and the home also includes a dedicated laundry area.Outside,
Amazing home in West Leechburg. This amazing brick 3 bedroom with updated kitchen and bath. Full size basement partially finished ready for finishing touches. The lot is huge. Plenty of room to expand if you want a gazebo, volleyball, horseshoes, cornhole or croquet, so many options. Enjoy the wonderful yard with friends and family with BBQ and or build a pavilion. Close to shopping center and
Great Opportunity to own this single-family home built in 1960 featuring 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. Take a drive by and see of this may be your next investment.
3 bedroom 2 bath home for rent. Completely renovated inside. Brand New Refrigerator and stove. No pets. Room sizes: LR 16x16 DR 16x12 Kit 12x9 Laundry 13x5 Downstairs BA 8x5 BR1 12x9 BR2 13x12 BR3 16x11 Upstairs BA 11x5 Security Deposit amount determined by the owner. Elevate your living experience with our optional Resident Benefits
For Rent – West Leechburg$1,300/month + utilities 3-4 bedroom, 1 bathroom single-family home in West Leechburg. This unique home offers a spacious eat-in kitchen, convenient main-floor laundry, all new flooring, fresh paint throughout, and a flexible floor plan with 3-4 bedrooms.Enjoy a large yard with woods bordering the back of the property, offering plenty of outdoor space. This is
2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Single Family Home in Leechburg, PaNewly renovatedWasher/Dryer hookups in kitchenTenant responsible for utilitiesPet Friendly with associated pet feesSecurity Deposit requiredThis property is managed by The Local Level Realty LLC
Head home to the tree-covered hillsides in South Armstrong County. The outer Pittsburgh community sits between the Allegheny River and its smaller, intersecting tributary, Kiskiminetas. This lush region abounds with natural resources and is dipping its toes into the booming tech world with an emerging electro-optic field of science and technology, developing products for high-level government offices. The location on the cusp of Pittsburgh proper, reaching into miles of woodsy wetlands, provides residents with the best of both worlds. "It’s a nice quiet little town where everybody knows everybody," says Debbie Macurak, Realtor at Berkshire Hathaway. <br><br>Small residential developments branch off the main road, lined with simple ranch-style homes that typically go for around $125,000. If you're looking for more land, you'll find it here. Many homeowners enjoy two or more rolling acres. With county origins dating back to 1800, there's a lot of history here. Early 1900s farmhouses and cottages also typically land under $200,000, fluctuating with the residence's physical condition and location. Some lucky locals have lakeside properties, which aren't listed often but climb to the top of the price range when they change hands. Prices across Armstrong County fall below those in the surrounding Butler and Indiana, providing opportunities for buyers on a tighter budget. "Inventory is low - we need more home on the market," Macuraks says. Listings here tend to stick around for a few months before finding a new owner. <br><br>South Armstrong County kids can attend school within the Freeport or Kiski Area Districts, depending on where you land. Many begin at the well-performing South Buffalo Elementary before continuing to Kiski Area Intermediate. Rising students wrap up their studies at Kiski Area High. Each public school has a score of B-minus or higher on Niche. The upper schools are less than 10 miles away from South Armstrong County residents on neighboring campuses, simplifying pickups and drop-offs. <br><br>Outdoor activities are a way of life in South Armstrong County. The kids can stretch their legs on the sports fields and playgrounds behind the schools when class lets out. Spend a full day in the fresh air at Crooked Creek Lake, a sprawling park facility at the center of town. Here, you'll find an amenity for almost any interest, from equestrian facilities to a swimming lake and boat launch. Visit for a hike through the wooded walking routes or drop a line in the water to try for a bass. There's also an extensive greenway trail l that runs for miles, tracing the curved contours of the Allegheny River, which is great for long bike rides. Golfers can spend a day on the fairways at the nearby River Forest Country Club, known for its challenging course. <br><br>South Armstrong County residents travel to busier town centers to run errands and eat out. Hankey's is your local grocer – a long-standing family-owned spot. From there, you can continue a few miles north the Kittaning, the county seat, to peruse big box stores like Walmart. You'll also find a wider selection of stores and restaurants here. When you want a meal in town, there are a handful of spots to choose from. People drive for an hour to have dinner at 1844. It's a long-time favorite that started in 1974, serving hungry diners sashimi and prime rib from a nostalgia-packed 19th-century farmhouse. Barefoot Bar and Grill is around the corner for a casual night out with pizza, draft beer and live music. <br><br>South Armstrong County residents ride roughly 35 miles into Downtown Pittsburgh for a day at the office. State Route 56 feeds into PA-28, which routes you right into the city. Many residents stay in town for work. The Armstrong County Memorial Hospital and the school district are the area's top employers, followed closely by Wal-Mart and Rosebud Mining Company. South Armstrong County is a driving town with peaceful, scenic commutes. For natural scenery, city connectivity and lower prices, explore South Armstrong County.
Property Mix - Square Feet
Leechburg Has More Owners
Rental Home Trends
Number of Homes for Rent
1
Median Rent
$850
Median Single Family Home Rent
$925
Demographics
Total Population
2,251
Median Age
42
Population under 18
23.4%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
21.9%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$51,848
Significantly below the national average
$79,597
Average Household Income
$59,015
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
96.2%
Above the national average
89%
College Graduates
21.1%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
6.8%
% Population in Labor Force
64.4%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
44''
Average Winter Low Temperature
17°F
Average Summer High Temperature
82°F
Annual Snowfall
12''
Area Factors
Somewhat bikeable
Bikeability®
20/ 100
Fairly walkable
Walkability®
40/ 100
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