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Esplen

Esplen

Suburban Neighborhood in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Allegheny County 15204

$112,846 Average Value
$94 Average Price per Sq Ft
2 Homes For Sale

Esplen has a planned facelift featuring the Ohio River

Esplen, 5 miles from downtown Pittsburgh, is a small community with a big future. “This is a tiny, little neighborhood with a mix of commercial properties,” says Dan Haeck, a Realtor with Coldwell Banker Realty. Since the neighborhood borders the Ohio River, Haeck said the city plans to rebrand the area into a river-view zone with condos that overlook the waterway’s scenery. The project, called the Esplanade, also plans to include a giant Ferris wheel. Rebekah Siegel, a Realtor with Re/Max Select Realty and native Pittsburgher, says the neighborhood is "one of the smallest in the city of Pittsburgh – and is mostly known for being on the outskirts of McKees Rock, where you can find restaurants and the Roxian Theatre."
Downtown Pittsburgh is only 5 miles from Esplen.
Downtown Pittsburgh is only 5 miles from Esplen.
Pittsburgh neighborhood of Esplen is no stranger to bridges for cars and trains.
Pittsburgh neighborhood of Esplen is no stranger to bridges for cars and trains.
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Homes from the 1900s

The hilly landscape of Esplen includes foursquare structures, row homes and brick two-story houses primarily built in the early 1900s. Concrete sidewalks make these elevated streets accessible, with cobblestone side streets adding to the neighborhood's character. Haeck says some parts of the neighborhood includes some vacant lots. Prices range from about $70,000 to $240,000.
Esplen is lined with sidewalks so you can safely walk the nighborhood.
Esplen is lined with sidewalks so you can safely walk the nighborhood.
Duplex houses in Esplen is a great starter home for first time home owners.
Duplex houses in Esplen is a great starter home for first time home owners.
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Attending Pittsburgh Public Schools

Students living in Esplen attend Pittsburgh Public Schools. Langley K-8 earns a C from Niche. Brashear High receives a C-plus and offers a career and technical education program in fields like health care, construction and information technology. There are more than 50 colleges and universities in Pittsburgh, including Carnegie Mellon University, the University of Pittsburgh and Duquesne University.
Young minds are being shaped everyday at Pittsburgh Langley K-8 in Sheraden.
Young minds are being shaped everyday at Pittsburgh Langley K-8 in Sheraden.
Pittsburgh Brashear High School is a school with a partial Teaching Academy Magnet program.
Pittsburgh Brashear High School is a school with a partial Teaching Academy Magnet program.
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Outdoor recreation close to home

Located on Esplen Street, the neighborhood’s namesake park features swings and a jungle gym with two slides. For additional recreation, residents can head to Sheraden Park for picnics, basketball, tennis or baseball and swimming. The city plans to expand and renovate the park with a new playground, community garden and grills. Sheraden Skate Park is just a mile from Sheraden Park.
A Father teaches his Son how to have some fun on his bike at Sharen Skate Park.
A Father teaches his Son how to have some fun on his bike at Sharen Skate Park.
Esplen Park is a local place for any age to enjoy nature.
Esplen Park is a local place for any age to enjoy nature.
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Shopping and dining near Esplen

Dining is nearby in McKees Rocks, including Pierogies Plus for the homemade Eastern European dumplings that Pittsburgh is known for. Mama Lena’s Pizza is known particularly for its white pizza. For authentic Italian, 1905 Eatery is popular. Residents can head to the ALDI on Chartiers Avenue for groceries. For more shopping, many residents go to Station Square or South Side.
Pierogies Plus makes delicious homemade Eastern European dumplings.
Pierogies Plus makes delicious homemade Eastern European dumplings.
Get your grocery needs at ALDI.
Get your grocery needs at ALDI.
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Concerts at the Roxian Theatre

The Roxian Theatre is less than a mile away. Once a traditional movie theater, the space now serves as a concert hall.
Go on a date at the Roxian Theatre for a concert.
Go on a date at the Roxian Theatre for a concert.
Esplen residents can enjoy the views of the Ohio River.
Esplen residents can enjoy the views of the Ohio River.
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Commuting by bus, subway or car

There are two bus stops in the neighborhood and two subway stops within a 10-minute drive. Interstates 279, 79 and 376 are nearby for those commuting into downtown Pittsburgh. Pittsburgh International Airport is less than 20 miles away.
The best way to travel in and out of Esplen is by the PRT bus.
The best way to travel in and out of Esplen is by the PRT bus.
Subway stops are a ten-minute drive of Esplen.
Subway stops are a ten-minute drive of Esplen.
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Schools

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Pittsburgh International

27 min drive

Bus

W Carson St & Corliss Tunnel

Bus

Stanhope St & W Carson Fs

Bus

Stanhope St & Chartiers

Bus

W Carson St & Tabor

Bus

W Carson St & Glenmawr

Bus

W Carson St & Saginaw

Bus

W Carson St & Earl

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Esplen US
Homicide 9 4
Sexual Assault 4 4
Assault with Weapon 7 4
Robbery 7 4
Burglary 5 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 4 4
Larceny 4 4
Crime Score 5 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Esplen Demographics and Home Trends

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$150,000
Median Sale Price
$31,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$130,500
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$150,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
5%
Last 12 months Home Sales
2
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-26%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$94

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
144
Number of Homes for Sale
2
Median Year Built
1900
Months of Supply
12.00
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,640
Below the national average
1,930
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,705
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
3,049

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 Renters

Demographics

Total Population
427
Median Age
36
Population Density
3 ppl/acre
Population under 18
28.6%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
16.4%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$12,715
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$25,894

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
80.9%
College Graduates
16.2%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
8.7%
% Population in Labor Force
56.7%
Below 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®

33 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Walk Score®

52 / 100

Some Transit

Transit Score®

43 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

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