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New Brighton

New Brighton

Located in Beaver County

$167,184 Average Value
$118 Average Price per Sq Ft
27 Homes For Sale

Bordering the waters of the Beaver River, New Brighton is a Pittsburgh Borough 25 miles northwest of the city and boasts a rich history after being incorporated in 1838. “People could be drawn here because Beaver County has lower taxes,” says Gina Fonzi, a Realtor with Coldwell Banker Realty, who has served the Pittsburgh area for over 10 years. “It's not too far from the city, and the airport is on the way into town, which is important to people, too.”

Compact streets are lined with Cottages and American Foursquare properties. Homes sit on narrow rectangular lots, have compact front yards and feature long driveways and garages. Featuring sidewalks on every street, the community is walkable and bikeable. While you can find some homes for under $100,000, buyers can expect a three-bedroom, two-bathroom Cottage to go for a little more than $100,000 and a four-bedroom, one-bathroom American Foursquare to be a little bit more at around $160,000..“The market has actually been pretty active in the last six months, which is not always the case.” Fonzi says.

With State Route 65 cutting right through the middle of the Borough, thousands of people drive through New Brighton each day, but what they might not know is that the small town in Beaver County has a ton of history. It is believed to be the first place metal railroad cars were manufactured and was an important place along the Underground Railroad during the mid-to-late 1800s. Due to its proximity to the Ohio River, a natural way for enslaved people to reach Canada from the south, New Brighton became a hub along the Underground Railroad. It was one of the few towns with six designated safe houses along the route. Today, the connection to the Underground Railroad is celebrated with a walking tour that navigates to the multiple historic safehouses.

Featuring its own school district, the New Brighton Area School District, which scores a C-plus on Niche and serves the borough, Daugherty Township, Pulaski Township and Fallston Borough. Children head to the same three schools – New Brighton Elementary, New Brighton Middle and New Brighton High School. The elementary school scores a C-plus, the middle school garners a C, and the high school is the highest rated with a B from Niche. New Brighton High offers students numerous extracurricular activities, including band and athletic teams.

Big Rock Park has become a nature lovers' dream, boasting seven acres of shoreline along the Beaver River. The park features a half-mile walking trail and fishing areas and is home to Pennsylvania's only active bald eagle nest. The Borough also maintains a handful of neighborhood pocket parks like Oak Hill Playground, which has playground equipment and soccer and softball fields, while Hunky Alley Playground also has a jungle gym and a full-length basketball court. Residents can also take advantage of the Beaver YMCA through one of their membership offerings, which features an indoor pool, fitness class and after-school programs for children.

Each Tuesday from May to mid-November, residents can head to the Diamond Milling Company for a weekly Farmers Market where they can shop for local produce, baked goods, and even fully prepared mills. Grab your weekly needs from the Foodland on 9th Avenue, or head to Fischer’s Beverage for some spirits. For a night out, try Quality Time and Carry Out for home cooking or get yourself a specialty dog from Brighton Hod Dog Shoppe.

Just 25 miles northwest of Pittsburgh, New Brighton is a historic Borough on the banks of the Beaver River.

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New Brighton Housing Trends

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$155,000
Median Sale Price
$160,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$155,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$137,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
4%
Last 12 months Home Sales
97
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
17%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$118

Area Facts

Number of Homes
3,998
Number of Homes for Sale
27
Median Year Built
1927
Months of Supply
3.30
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,433
Significantly below the national average
1,926
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,076
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
8,276

Open Houses

  • Sunday, Oct 19
    Open Sun 10AM - 12PM

    1440 Penn Ave, New Brighton, PA 15066

    $189,000

    • 5 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 2,356 Sq Ft
    • 1440 Penn Ave
    • New 4 days ago

    Welcome home to this large and beautifully updated 5-bedroom, 2-full-bath property offering the perfect blend of character and modern comfort. This home features generous room sizes, fresh renovations throughout, and the convenience of first-floor laundry. The charming, original kitchen adds a touch of warmth and personality, creating a perfect balance between classic appeal and contemporary

    Mary Briancesco REALTY ONE GROUP ULTIMATE

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  • Sunday, Oct 19
    Open Sun 12PM - 2PM

    630 10th Ave, New Brighton, PA 15066

    $155,000

    • 2 Beds
    • 1.5 Baths
    • 1,092 Sq Ft
    • 630 10th Ave
    • New 9 days ago

    Step inside this charming and spacious two-bedroom home, located in the heart of New Brighton. The main level features a generous living room and dining area, perfect for relaxing or entertaining, as well as a freshly updated half bathroom! The bright, updated kitchen offers ample cabinet space, new appliances, and opens to a cozy side porch. Upstairs there are two bedrooms and beautifully

    Nina Jonnet EXP REALTY LLC

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  • Sunday, Oct 19
    Open Sun 12PM - 4PM

    3706 50th St, New Brighton, PA 15066

    $309,900

    • 5 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,368 Sq Ft
    • 3706 50th St
    • New 25 days ago

    Looking for space, functionality and endless possibilities? This 5 bedroom home has all of this and more!The governors driveway leads to this beauty and provides plenty of parking. Over 2500 sq ft of living area. The walk in ground level of the home is a great living space perfect for an in-laws apartment complete with entry way, kitchen, livingroom and 2 bedrooms. Make your way up to the main

    Joan Rim HOWARD HANNA REAL ESTATE SERVICES

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Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value





Source: Public Records

Neighborhoods in New Brighton

Property Mix - Square Feet

New Brighton Has More Renters

Demographics

Total Population
5,311
Median Age
41
Population under 18
23.5%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
20.1%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$44,903
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$51,420

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
94.6%
College Graduates
14.8%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
4%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
58.9%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
40''
Average Winter Low Temperature
19°F
Average Summer High Temperature
83°F
Annual Snowfall
12''

Area Factors

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score®®

33 / 100

Very Walkable

Walk Score®®

75 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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