A quiet residential community surrounded by rivers
Liberty, a small borough in Allegheny County about 15 miles south of Pittsburgh, offers tranquil suburban living along the Youghiogheny River. The borough features attractively priced established homes, with the oldest dating to the turn of the 20th century. The homes occupy spacious lots on truncated streets, providing an extra level of privacy. "It is very, very quiet," says Teresa Countryman, a Realtor with Coldwell Banker and lifelong Liberty resident. "Everyone is kind and helpful, and it has a neighborly feel. I refer to it as Mayberry." Residents enjoy the rural recreation provided by the Youghiogheny and Monongahela rivers, which intersect just a few miles north of the borough. Older students do not have to leave the neighborhood, as a combination middle/senior high school is located in the borough.
The streets of Liberty are quiet and peaceful.
The Monongahela and Youghiogheny Rivers merge near Liberty.
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Ranch-style homes are common among the neighborhood's eclectic mix
Brick ranch-style homes built between the late 1940s and early 1970s are prominent among the neighborhood’s eclectic mix of housing. The more established homes, some of which date all the way to the turn of the 20th century, feature a variety of architectural styles that include farmhouse, Victorian and Cape Cod. Other styles represented include American Foursquare and Tudor. "It's definitely not a cookie-cutter neighborhood," says Countryman. Prices generally range from the high 10,000s to the high 100,000s. "It's very reasonable to purchase a home here, and it's very desirable" says Countryman. "Homes tend to go very fast when they are on the market. But the people who live here tend to live here their whole lives, so there's not a lot of turnover."
In the Liberty neighborhood red brick one and two story homes with sizable lawns are popular.
A single level paneled home with wrap-around driveway in the Liberty community.
A red brick American four square home with large lawn in the Liberty neighborhood.
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Youth competition is prevalent in the community
Ballfield Park is a small neighborhood green space with a playground and a multi-purpose field. Additional athletic spaces, including those on the South Allegheny Middle/Senior High School campus, provide additional opportunities to stay active. "Recreation here is mostly focused on children's activities," says Countryman. "Baseball and softball are really big, and there's also football, soccer and cheerleading." Proximity to a pair of rivers allows residents to easily fish, launch canoes and kayaks or just an enjoy a relaxing day on the water, as many residents own boats. Outdoor enthusiasts also will enjoy Dead Man’s Hollow Conservation Area, a portion of which starts in the neighborhood. The 450-acre tract features miles of primitive trails along which visitors can explore the landscape’s native flora and fauna while having access to hidden waterfalls and the riverfront. Renziehausen Park just across the Youghiogheny River in McKeesport is a regional center of activity anchored by Lake Emilie. The 200-plus-acre complex also includes an arboretum, a butterfly garden, a history center, a senior center and a bandshell that hosts a popular summer concert series.
Nature lovers in Liberty love the Dead Man's Hollow Conservation Area.
The Dead Man's Hollow Conservation Area features picturesque scenery, conveniently in Liberty.
A waterfall located in the Dead Man's Hollow Conservation Area in the Liberty neighborhood.
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Older students can attend neighborhood middle/senior high school
South Allegheny Middle/Senior High School is conveniently located in the neighborhood. The middle school is rated C-minus by Niche, and the high school is rated B-minus. The high school offers students the opportunity to study advanced content through Honors, Advanced Placement and Dual Enrollment courses. Nearby South Allegheny Elementary, which serves students in kindergarten through fifth grade, also is rated C-minus.
Students in Liberty might attend the South Allegheny Early Childhood Center.
South Allegheny High School has a large athletic field stadium in the Liberty neighborhood.
South Allegheny Elementary School provides a strong academic curriculum.
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Retail and dining found across the river in McKeesport
Retail and dining options are limited. "You need to drive about 20 minutes for shopping, and that's probably the only drawback to Liberty," says Countryman. "But I've been doing it my whole life and you get used to it." There is an Aldi across the river in McKeesport, and nearby Tillie’s Restaurant is a community institution that has been serving up highly rated Italian specialties since 1962. Ollie’s Bargain Outlet anchors a collection of stores a few blocks south along the Walnut Street corridor.
Tillie's Restaurant, across the river from Liberty, serves up delicious Italian cuisine.
Liberty residents shop at the nearby Aldi for groceries at an amazing price.
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Downtown Pittsburgh is 40 minutes by car
Walnut Street is populated with bus stops for those who want or need to travel locally via public transportation. Car travelers can cross the Monongahela River on the Mansfield Bridge and connect to State Route 885 for the 40-minute trip into downtown Pittsburgh.
Across the river from Liberty, there is a plethora of bus stops for convenient commuting.
The Mansfield Bridge is a common route to get from Liberty to downtown.
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Holiday events highlight community gatherings
True to its community-oriented nature, the borough hosts several engaging events throughout the year. “We have a Halloween parade, light-up nights for Christmas and a fall festival,” says Countryman of the annual highlights.
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