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Crafton Heights

Crafton Heights

Suburban Neighborhood in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Allegheny County 15204, 15205, 15220
Neighborhood Reviews
4.1
$171,890 Average Value
$373 Average Price per Sq Ft
3 Homes For Sale

West Side suburb overlooking the Ohio River

Crafton Heights is a hilly, tree-filled suburb overlooking the Ohio River. Connected to the nearby Downtown Pittsburgh by the West End Bridge, these homeowners have quick access to metropolitan amenities and can invest in property at “some of the lowest prices in the area,” says Sara Leitera, Realtor at Berkshire Hathaway and frequent West Side seller.
Crafton Heights is only 3.7 miles from Downtown Pittsburgh.
Crafton Heights is only 3.7 miles from Downtown Pittsburgh.
Crafton Heights has some trails around town so residents can get outside.
Crafton Heights has some trails around town so residents can get outside.
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Split-levels and American Foursquares dot the hillsides

Crafton Heights’ sidewalk-lined streets run past homes decorated with colorful plantings and rows of old maple trees. Most properties are older, dating from the early to mid-1900s, in split-level and American Foursquare styles. Some sit at the hilltops, connected to the street by long staircases, while others settle in the foothills, often facing the steep incline. Price points in Crafton Heights are slightly lower than in Crafton proper, falling at an average of around $150,000.
American Four Square homes are quite common in Crafton Heights.
American Four Square homes are quite common in Crafton Heights.
Follow the steps up to your new home in Crafton Heights.
Follow the steps up to your new home in Crafton Heights.
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Fireworks at West End Overlook Park

The West End Overlook Park is among the most popular outdoor spaces in the city, and Crafton Heights homeowners can head there on foot. It’s known for its views of the Ohio River and the city skyline. The grassy grounds fill up for seasonal celebrations like the fireworks show on the 4th of July when the sky lights up above the buildings on the horizon. Locals visit the smaller West End Park, a hilly natural pocket under an oak canopy, to walk the dog around the pond and to take the kids to the playground.
Crafton Heights brings a best friend to West End Overlook Park in Elliott to see the big city!
Crafton Heights brings a best friend to West End Overlook Park in Elliott to see the big city!
Enjoy the walking path at West End Park.
Enjoy the walking path at West End Park.
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Taco Tuesday at Obey House Tavern

Many of the West Side’s best local restaurants are in town and walkable for Crafton Heights homeowners. The family-owned Better-Maid Donut Co. and NakaEndZone BBQ are the neighborhood's takeout go-to's, and Obey House Tavern is busy on Taco Tuesdays when locals visit for dinner deals and karaoke. The Crafton Ingram Shopping Center is also off the main road, where locals shop for groceries at Giant Eagle Supermarket and tackle other errands at pharmacies, banks and home improvement stores.
Obey House Tavern in Crafton Heights has been a bar for 200 years.
Obey House Tavern in Crafton Heights has been a bar for 200 years.
Get into the Naka EndZone and score the best barbeque in Crafton Heights.
Get into the Naka EndZone and score the best barbeque in Crafton Heights.
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Walkable Pittsburgh Classical offers a public magnet program

Crafton Heights falls under the academic umbrella of the Carlynton School District. Kids can attend Pittsburgh Langley K - 8, rated C-minus on Niche, and continue to Pittsburgh Brashear High, rated C-plus, to earn their diplomas. Pittsburgh Brashear High offers a computer science magnet program in which students take a deep dive into programming. Pittsburgh Classical Academy is also in town, offering a public magnet program for students in 6th through 8th grade. Pittsburgh Classical carries an overall C rating on Niche.
Pittsburgh Classical Academy in Crafton Heights is part of the Pittsburgh Public Schools.
Pittsburgh Classical Academy in Crafton Heights is part of the Pittsburgh Public Schools.
Brashear High School educates Crafton Heights students.
Brashear High School educates Crafton Heights students.
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Connected by the West End Bridge to Downtown Pittsburgh

Crafton Heights locals navigate Pittsburgh’s City Steps as they move around the neighborhood. “Bridge access gives Crafton locals unique access to downtown,” Leitera says. These locals live less than 5 miles from Downtown Pittsburgh, a draw for many buyers who make a daily commute into the city. Steuben Street connects directly to the highway and the bridge connecting the west end to the busy business district. The Pittsburgh Regional Transit (PRT) West Busway line makes stops on major connecting streets throughout the neighborhood for those who prefer a car-free ride around town.
It is not a far drive from Crafton Heights to the West End bridge and Downtown Pittsburgh.
It is not a far drive from Crafton Heights to the West End bridge and Downtown Pittsburgh.
Crafton Heights is next to the West Busway in Sheraden.
Crafton Heights is next to the West Busway in Sheraden.
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Agents Specializing in this Area

  • Sara Passaro

    Sara Passaro

    COLDWELL BANKER REALTY

    (878) 309-6544

    111 Total Sales

    1 in Crafton Heights

    $300,000 Price

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  • Michelle Proviano

    Michelle Proviano

    BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY THE PREFERRED REALTY

    (412) 998-8613

    103 Total Sales

    1 in Crafton Heights

    $175,000 Price

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  • Greg Salopek

    Greg Salopek

    RE/MAX SELECT REALTY

    (412) 538-6085

    60 Total Sales

    1 in Crafton Heights

    $168,000 Price

    Greg Salopek
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  • Dean Sappas

    Dean Sappas

    REALTY CO LLC

    (412) 753-7256

    36 Total Sales

    1 in Crafton Heights

    $138,500 Price

    Dean Sappas
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  • Heather Edmondson

    Heather Edmondson

    KELLER WILLIAMS EXCLUSIVE

    (412) 968-8825

    99 Total Sales

    1 in Crafton Heights

    $193,000 Price

    Heather Edmondson
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  • Kathy Pfister

    Kathy Pfister

    COLDWELL BANKER REALTY

    (412) 968-8676

    117 Total Sales

    1 in Crafton Heights

    $210,000 Price

    Kathy Pfister
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Schools

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Pittsburgh International

25 min drive

Bus

Noblestown Rd & Bartow

Bus

Steuben St & Whitewood Fs

Bus

Middletown Rd & Stratmore

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Middletown Rd & Martera Fs

Bus

Steuben St & Obey

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Chartiers Ave & Corliss

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Middletown Rd & Hodgson Fs

Reviews

Niche Reviews
4.1 16 Reviews
5.0 Current Resident
9/16/2018 Niche Review
I rented on the edge of Mt Washington for years. I bought my first house in Crafton Heights. I found houses in the neighborhood with partial city views without the drawbacks of Mt Washington. I don't have lost tourists asking for directions and tourist traffic driving. I also don't have to deal with rock slides, mud slides, roads closed, and driving up a cliff in the winter. I found the neighbors to be friendly and down to earth. The neighborhoods in a quiet location between Robinson and downtown without heavy traffic. I have a nice floor plan, central air, and large integral garage all under budget. I finished updates to the house.
3.0 Niche User
7/27/2016 Niche Review
I like the area, I feel safe. There's not much crime that happens on my street. I trust my neighbors that live next to me and across the street. I hope in the future more families will consider moving into the area there are places to eat and things to do that many people enjoy.
5.0 Nearby Resident
4/19/2019 Niche Review
Crafton Heights is a great neighborhood if you want easy city access with suburban home amenities. The homes are typically smaller and newer than Crafton Borough with lower property taxes since you're in city limits. There are lots of long term residents including many professionals working downtown, police and firefighters.
5.0 Current Resident
4/23/2019 Niche Review
Quiet town close to the big city of Pittsburgh. Great transportation. Police and EMS presence makes you feel safe and secure. Small homes with tons of character. Lots of sidewalks and trails to walk on. Many stores within walking distance.
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Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Crafton Heights US
Homicide 7 4
Sexual Assault 4 4
Assault with Weapon 6 4
Robbery 5 4
Burglary 5 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 4 4
Larceny 4 4
Crime Score 5 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Crafton Heights Demographics and Home Trends

On average, homes in Crafton Heights, Pittsburgh sell after 172 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Crafton Heights, Pittsburgh over the last 12 months is $650,000, up 108% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$400,000
Median Sale Price
$650,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$312,990
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$700,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
2%
Last 12 months Home Sales
13
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
108%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$373

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,320
Number of Homes for Sale
3
Median Year Built
1930
Months of Supply
2.80
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,409
Significantly below the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,576
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
4,791

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

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Average Home Value

Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Owners

Demographics

Total Population
3,900
Median Age
37
Population Density
9 ppl/acre
Population under 18
28.2%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
16.9%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$48,541
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$62,249

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
94.2%
College Graduates
27.4%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
6.9%
% Population in Labor Force
73.1%
Above the national average
65.1%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
40''
Average Winter Low Temperature
22°F
Average Summer High Temperature
83°F
Annual Snowfall
49''

Area Factors

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score®

19 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

29 / 100

Some Transit

Transit Score®

41 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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