Allegheny West is a North Side neighborhood with a rich history
Though Allegheny West is Pittsburgh’s smallest neighborhood, it maintains a sense of historic charm that’s larger than life. Mature trees line its brick sidewalks, and black streetlamps illuminate the stately 19th and 20th-century homes that make it a desirable residential enclave in the city’s North Side. “My wife and I moved in about eight years ago because we were looking for a historic home. We didn’t know anything about the North Side or Allegheny West, but we just bought an old house and started kicking down walls,” says Aaron Bryan, a member of the Allegheny West Civic Council. “A lot of people move here because they love historic homes and want to live in a historic neighborhood, but they also appreciate the convenience.” As part of the city’s North Side, Allegheny West boasts a central location less than 2 miles from downtown Pittsburgh. It’s also less than a mile from the lively North Shore, where the Steelers play at Acrisure Stadium, and PNC Park is home to the Pittsburgh Pirates. “It’s kind of amazing because everyone has gone to the North Shore before, but if you take a 10-minute walk up the hill to Allegheny West, it’s a different world,” Bryan says. “The first thing you’ll notice is that everyone knows each other. It really is that community-oriented and friendly type of neighborhood. We take a lot of pride in that, and I wouldn’t want to be anywhere else.”
Allegheny West residents are in close proximity to the stadium and downtown.
Allegheny West is only 9min to downtown Pittsburgh.
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Housing options include Italianate and Victorian-style rowhomes
The Allegheny West Historic District preserves the neighborhood’s original homes and is one of Pittsburgh’s 12 city historic districts. Most homes date to the late 19th or early 20th centuries, although there is some newer construction in the neighborhood. “We allow new construction if it fits our historic guidelines. That’s what keeps the neighborhood looking the way that it does,” Bryan says. Victorian and Italianate-style rowhomes are the norm and typically feature brick facades, long windows and arched doorways. Most properties have small fenced-in back patios, and front porches are popular spots for neighbors to gather when the weather is nice — a pastime known here as “stooping.” Limited inventory means that properties rarely come on the market, and homes have an average estimated value of around $550,000.Homebuyers should be aware that since Allegheny West is a historic district, a Certificate of Appropriateness is required to begin any exterior work in the neighborhood. “The approval process isn’t hard, but it's just another layer of homeownership when it comes to being here,” Bryan says. Residents who are parking on the street must pay an annual fee for a Residential Parking Permit, although some homes have off-street parking accessible via the neighborhood’s side streets. Allegheny West's overall CAP Index crime score is 9 out of 10, significantly higher than the national average of 4.
Italianate style home highlighting red brick facades, tall windows is found in Allegheny West.
Residents and visitors find beautiful architectural details all over Allegheny West.
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Allegheny Commons Park and recreation on the Allegheny River
Allegheny Commons Park borders the neighborhood. It anchors the North Side with 84 acres of green space and was established during the Victorian era, making it Pittsburgh’s oldest green space. It features a wide promenade, a centerpiece lake and canopy trees that evoke images of New York City’s Central Park. Playgrounds, ballfields and tennis courts provide opportunities for outdoor recreation, and the park is also home to attractions like the National Aviary and the Children’s Museum of Pittsburgh.Residents can walk about half a mile down to the North Shore and access the Three Rivers Heritage Trail. The trail attracts dog walkers, runners and cyclists with scenic vistas of the riverfront and downtown’s urban skyline. It also connects with waterfront green spaces and public boat launches where boaters, fishermen and kayakers can access the Allegheny River.
A trip to the National Aviary is a wonderful time for the whole family.
Allegheny Commons Park is a great spot to explore and exercise.
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Pittsburgh Public Schools and the Manchester Academic Charter School
Pittsburgh Public Schools serves Allegheny West. The district scores an overall grade of B-minus from Niche and has an average student-teacher ratio of 12-to-1. Kids can start their education at the C-rated Pittsburgh Manchester PreK-8 before attending the C-minus-rated Perry Traditional Academy. Also known as Perry High School, the academy has three pathways that allow students to specialize in liberal arts, career and technical education or service and military science. Residents may also apply to send their children to the nearby Manchester Academic Charter School, which serves kindergarten through eighth grade. The Allegheny Campus of the Community College of Allegheny County is just south of the neighborhood. It includes several historic buildings on Ridge Avenue, known as Millionaire's Row in the late 19th century when prominent industrialists built lavish estates in the North Side.
Perry High School helps to build independent learners who can succeed beyond high school.
Pittsburgh Manchester K-8 was built in 1964.
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North Shore attractions are walkable from Allegheny West
The North Shore is a hub for sports, entertainment and culture. It’s liveliest on game days, as fans form a sea of black and gold outside Acrisure Stadium and PNC Park, less than a mile from Allegheny West. Residents can avoid traffic by walking to the stadiums, and those who stay home can still hear the crowds in their backyards. “We can’t have outdoor parties for the home games because you can hear the stadium before you see the broadcast,” Bryan says. “If it’s a big fourth down, I’ll go out on the back porch and listen before I run back in and watch the TV.”While Acrisure Stadium is best known as the home of the Steelers, it’s also a popular concert venue for big-ticket artists — some of whom residents can hear from Allegheny West. “There was a huge Taylor Swift concert two weeks after we moved in. My wife and I were in bed, but we could hear it like we had a radio on the nightstand,” Bryan says. There are more concerts on the North Shore at Stage AE, and other waterfront attractions include the Rivers Casino and Andy Warhol Museum.
Acrisure Stadium is home of the Pittsburgh Steelers.
Allegheny West residents are in close proximity to the stadium and downtown.
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Access to downtown Pittsburgh and free T service at North Side Station
Residents have access to Interstate 279, locally known as Parkway North. The parkway connects the city’s North Hills suburbs with downtown, less than 2 miles away across the Fort Duquesne Bridge. Public transportation includes Pittsburgh Regional Transit bus and light rail service. PRT bus stops line the neighborhood’s main streets, and residents are about a mile from the North Side light rail station. The city’s light rail system is known as the “T,” and North Side Station is part of its Free Fare Zone, which allows riders to travel between the North Shore and downtown without paying a fare. “My wife and I will walk down to the T and take it into downtown’s Cultural District before walking to whatever show, bar or restaurant we’re going to,” Bryan says. For flights, Pittsburgh International Airport is about 18 miles away. Award-winning healthcare is available at Allegheny General Hospital, less than a mile from the neighborhood.
Another great way to travel in and out of Allegheny West is but the Port Authority bus.
A way to get around in Allegheny West is the convenient POGOH bikes.
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Western Avenue has local businesses and game-day hangouts
Western Avenue is the heart of Allegheny West. It’s a quaint business district where stately Italianate-style homes share the street with local businesses, restaurants and taprooms. A sense of warmth extends from its charming brick sidewalks to establishments such as Heal Pgh, a spa offering massage therapy and acupuncture services. Residents can also get a facial at Rose Skincare & Aesthetics or stop in Motive Salon for a haircut. For groceries, Giant Eagle Supermarket is less than 2 miles from the neighborhood. The dining scene revolves around longstanding institutions like Peppi’s, an old-fashioned sub shop with wooden booths and Pittsburgh-themed sandwiches. “If people come to town and want to try something that’s very Pittsburgh, you take them there,” Bryan says. Peppi’s is best known for the #7 Roethlis “burger,” a signature sub named after former Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger. Other local favorites include arepas from Colombino Coffee, biscuits from Wise County Cafe and traditional favorites from Nicky’s Thai Kitchen. After dinner, Happy Day Dessert Factory is a popular spot for a sweet treat. While Western Avenue is usually on the quieter side, it tends to get more traffic on Steelers Sundays, as sports fans gather at Lefty’s or Four Points Brewing. “It’s not like you have to lock your doors or hide your kids, but all the bars here are pretty full on game day,” Bryan says. “All the really hot spots are on the North Shore. There’s everything from wing joints and beer bars to high-end steakhouses, so you can run the gamut down there.”
Allegheny West residents eat lunch and dinner at Nicky’s Thai Kitchen.
Smoothies are made daily in Allegheny West at the Live Fresh Smoothie Bar.
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Community events include house tours and block parties
The neighborhood celebrates its historic homes each winter at the Old Allegheny Victorian Christmas House Tour, which includes a stop at the Calvary United Methodist Church, which features Gothic Revival architecture and Tiffany windows. Summer brings a walking tour to Allegheny West with A Tour & Tasting in Old Allegheny. “People invite strangers into their homes to look at their gardens, take a tour and drink wine,” Bryan says. On Memorial Day, Labor Day and the Fourth of July, the Allegheny West Civic Council closes some of the neighborhood’s streets so residents can get together for block parties.
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Seasoned plungers jump right in at the Pittsburgh Polar Plunge.
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Transit
Airport
Pittsburgh International
27 min drive
Bus
Western Ave & Galveston
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Ridge Ave & Galveston
Bus
Brighton Rd & Ridge (Ccac)
Bus
Western Ave & Brighton
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Western Ave & Allegheny
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Allegheny West
US
Homicide
7
4
Sexual Assault
7
4
Assault with Weapon
8
4
Robbery
9
4
Burglary
9
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
9
4
Larceny
9
4
Crime Score
9
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Allegheny West Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Allegheny West, Pittsburgh sell after 91 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Allegheny West, Pittsburgh over the last 12 months is $733,000, up 87% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$750,000
Median Sale Price
$733,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$733,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
2%
Last 12 months Home Sales
2
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
87%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$293
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
106
Median Year Built
1900
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
3,592
Significantly above the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,919
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,209
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
3,484
Distribution of Home Values
Source: Public Records
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
682
Median Age
38
Population under 18
15.4%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
17%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$90,091
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$112,067
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
100%
College Graduates
73.7%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
34.7%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
76.3%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
41''
Average Winter Low Temperature
23°F
Average Summer High Temperature
83°F
Annual Snowfall
6''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
66/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
77/ 100
Excellent Transit
Transit Score®
72/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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