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McDonald

McDonald

Suburban Neighborhood in Mc Donald, Pennsylvania

Washington County 15057

$188,091 Average Value
$140 Average Price per Sq Ft
4 Homes For Sale

Are you looking for a small-town lifestyle where you know everyone’s name? You may find it in McDonald, a borough with a close-knit community. “It's a great small town. Everyone supports and helps out at events,” says Nikki Sarchet, Director at the Heritage Public Library.

Southwest of Pittsburgh, the suburb is made up of a little downtown area on South McDonald Street and surrounding blocks of single-family homes on medium-sized yards. Prospective buyers can choose from styles like bungalows, American Foursquares, homes featuring gambrel roofs and ranch-style homes with small front porches. Depending on the size and conditions of the home, sales prices can range from $136,000 to $271,000.

Students in McDonald go to the Fort Cherry School District. According to Niche, the school district receives solid ratings in academics and college prep. Schools include Fort Cherry Elementary Center and Fort Cherry Junior/Senior High School. The district offers technologically advanced programs like virtual game design and accelerated computer programming.

To spend quality time with neighbors, head to the borough’s annual celebrations held in Heritage Park. The annual McSummerfest brings the town to life with a week’s worth of fun activities: rides, fireworks, a parade and live music. The Fall festival offers arts and crafts vendors, plus Native American food, since the event is sponsored by Red Eagle Village and the Native American Indian Cultural Society. The park also has its annual 4th of July fireworks to end the holiday with a bang.

For more community events, go to the Heritage Public Library. “In the fall, we have our holiday craft market, an indoor vendor show. 400 people attended last year,” Sarchet says. At the market, crafters sell their wares, while people can grab a snack from food trucks. The library also has a lunch with the easter bunny event. “We had crafts, games and an egg hunt,” Sarchet says. In June, the library plans a summer kick-off party with a large car show, a carnival with tents and large food truck selection.

For outdoor recreation, visit a few of McDonald’s parks. Multi-purpose Heritage Park has tennis courts, ballfields for the McDonald Youth Baseball/Softball League and a field for the Fort Cherry Little Rangers Youth Football League. The park also has a playground, a small skatepark and a picnic pavilion. The large outdoor space often hosts community gatherings. The smaller East End Park offers a swing set and ballfields for the youth league. At the Panhandle Trail, bike or walk in the woodlands for a slice of Western Pennsylvania nature.

To grab a convenient bite to eat, the community has a few local options. Helicon Brewing McDonald is an IPA microbrewery complete with pinball, pool tables and more games for hangouts with friends. At Hart's Restaurant & Lounge, have family lunches of American fare in a simple hole in the wall restaurant. Pizza Capri offers a unique spin on a pizza place by serving hearty breakfasts in the no-frills interior, making it ideal for weekend brunches.

About 18 miles from downtown Pittsburgh, residents of McDonald can easily commute to the big city. For Pittsburgh adventures, visit Point State Park for scenic river vistas or Acrisure Stadium for a Steelers game. In McDonald, enjoy a small-town suburb with an array of community parks and events.

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  • Lori Maffeo

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    $235,000 Price

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Schools

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Pittsburgh International

27 min drive

Bus

Haveloch Commons - Coal St.

Bus

Mcdonald - Noblestown Rd. & Center Ave.

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Mcdonald Giant Eagle - Station St.

Bus

Heritage Library - Fourth St.

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime McDonald US
Homicide 3 4
Sexual Assault 2 4
Assault with Weapon 3 4
Robbery 4 4
Burglary 3 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 3 4
Larceny 3 4
Crime Score 3 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Demographics and Home Trends

On average, homes in McDonald, Mc Donald sell after 61 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in McDonald, Mc Donald over the last 12 months is $201,800, up 4% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.

Home Trends

Median Price (12 Mo)
$192,000
Median Single Family Price
$215,750
Median Townhouse Price
$190,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$140
Number of Homes for Sale
4
Last 12 months Home Sales
21
Months of Supply
2.30
Median List Price
$200,000
Median Discount From 1st List Price
4%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-8%

Home Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
378
Median Year Built
1920
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,423
Significantly below the national average
1,937
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,893
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
824
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
6,969

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    345 Fannie St, Mc Donald, PA 15057

    $225,000

    • 3 Beds
    • 1.5 Baths
    • 1,348 Sq Ft
    • 345 Fannie St
    • New 9 days ago

    Beautifully updated in 2022, this eye-catching Colonial on a corner lot features a bold stone and Hardie Plank exterior & a welcoming covered porch. Inside, the open-concept layout shines with wide sightlines and neutral LVP flooring throughout—perfect for entertaining.The spacious living room wows with a full wall of custom built-ins and recessed lighting. The jaw-dropping kitchen/dining area

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Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

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Average Home Value

Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

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Demographics

Total Population
1,959
Median Age
45
Population Density
3 ppl/acre
Population under 18
20.5%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
23.3%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$53,000
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$63,859

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
88.9%
College Graduates
17.5%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
5.2%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
62.6%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
40''
Average Winter Low Temperature
22°F
Average Summer High Temperature
83°F
Annual Snowfall
13''

Area Factors

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score®

47 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Walk Score®

59 / 100
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