During a diplomatic trip to visit the French at Fort Le Boeuf in 1753, George Washington capsized and had to spend the night on Herr’s Island, 3 miles from Downtown Pittsburgh. Previously an industrial island housing a soap-making facility, a meat-packing plant and a garbage-burning location, the area is now a community of townhouses with a business park and open green spaces. “There’s a nice walking and biking path,” says Nathaniel Nieland, Realtor with Coldwell Banker Realty. “People are walking, exercising and being with their families. There’s also fantastic views of the city and very nice townhouses there.” Herr’s Island, also known as Washington's Landing, was known for its smell but is now known for being a prominent boating community and an accessible location for those who wish to have proximity to downtown without living downtown. “People there are removed from walking traffic or bus traffic or any traffic really,” says Bryan Reilly, a real estate agent with Keller Williams Realty. “You’re on your own little island.”
On Herrs Island you can see beautiful views of Downtown Pittsburgh from the scenic overlook.
Herrs Island has beautiful scenery and trails to enjoy.
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Boating on the Allegheny River
Washington’s Landing Marina takes pride in being the only full-service dry stack valet in Pittsburgh. Boats are kept out of the water in a warehouse, and seasonal services are offered, from draining an engine block in the winter to changing the oil in summer, so members’ boats are ready for outings on the Allegheny River. Part of the Three Rivers Rowing Association, Lambert Boathouse has docks for rowing and paddling and provides gear to its members. Land dwellers may relax at Herr’s Island Lawn is an open green space behind a row of townhouses, or walk around the island using the Three Rivers Heritage Trail. Herr’s Island North Park includes tennis courts and North Park Lookout Point offers views of the river. Scenic Overlook on the opposite side of the island is a great place to view the lights of Pittsburgh at night.
At Washington's Landing Marina, you can dock your boat and enjoy Herrs Island.
Herrs Island is surrounded by the Allegheny River.
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Townhouses starting at $600,000
On the northern tip of Herr’s Island, there's a park, followed by businesses in the central part and streets of townhouses on the southern side. The island is tiny, walkable and has tree-lined sidewalks. The townhouses have small yards, if any, with driveways and attached garages. Most have wrap-around porches and cupolas with red roofs. Some of the homes have views of the river. Homes with less than 2,000 square feet range from $600,000 to $700,000 and those larger than 2,000 square feet range from $750,000 to $850,000.
Herrs Island has a warm and welcoming feel.
A standalone house on Herrs Island is perfect for a growing family.
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Pittsburgh Dragon Boat Festival
For downtown adventures, residents head to Acrisure Stadium for a Steelers game or PNC Park for a Pirates game. The Pittsburgh Dragon Boat Festival, held in September, supports breast cancer survivors. The Three Rivers Rowing Association’s dragon boat team, The Paddlefish, represents Washington’s Landing in the race each year. Prominent churches in the area include Saint Anthony Chapel, Pittsburgh Kirtan Center and Light of the Age Masjid Nur Uz Zamaan.
Herrs Island is a 12 minute ride to Downtown Pittsburgh.
The view is very peaceful at the Herrs Island North Park Lookout Point.
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Dining with a view at Redfin Blues
Redfin Blues, the island's only restaurant, is known for its seafood, buckets of beer and pub atmosphere. The deck offers river views and allows dogs. More restaurants are available in the Lower Lawrenceville area, including Italian Piccolo Forno, Walter’s BBQ Southern Kitchen and Spanish restaurant Morcilla. And the Strip District offers breakfast favorite Deluca’s Diner and Italian fare at DiAnoia’s Eatery. Residents may buy groceries at Many More Asian Market and Giant Eagle Supermarke
Redfin Blues is a great place to get fresh air and great food in Herrs Island.
Many More Asian Market is just across the 31st Street Bridge in the Strip District.
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Liberal arts at Perry High School
Children may attend Pittsburgh Spring Hill and Pittsburgh Arsenal, which both receive a C from Niche. Students advance to Perry High School, which receives a B-minus and offers liberal arts, career and technical education, and service and military science.
Herrs Island students head to Pittsburgh Perry High School.
Pittsburgh Arsenal Middle School has a large campus for Herrs Island students to utilize.
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Commuting by bus, on Route 28
Several bridges connect Herr’s Island to Troy Hill and the Strip District. Route 28 runs near Washington’s Landing and residents may catch a bus along this route or in the Strip District and Lower Lawrenceville. The old Western Pennsylvania Railroad Bridge is now a walking and biking path leading to Troy Hill. Herr’s Island is considered part of the Troy Hill neighborhood and has a CAP Index crime score of 7 out of 10, with burglary, motor vehicle theft and larceny at a 9. However, these ratings are for the wider Troy Hills area and not specific to Washington’s Landing.
Go for a jog over the Herrs Island Bridge.
Penn Avenue in the Strip District is a popular location for Herrs Island folks.
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Welcome to 48 Waterfront Drive on Washington's Landing. This exquisite end unit townhouse features open floor plan with waterfront views. Rich hardwood floors, all new Anderson windows, custom stone facade gas log fireplace with panoramic views opening to private deck and waterfront. Deck features retractable awning, gas grill, new trex flooring. Eat-in kitchen with granite, handsome wood
Welcome to your dream home—a stunning, waterfront residence offering unparalleled views of the water and city skyline from each of its four floors, accessed by stairs or elevator. As the end townhome, privacy abounds. This home was designed for comfort and entertainment, with open concept living spaces enhanced by a centrally built-in speaker system, as well as zone-specific heating and
Modern, sophisticated & sun-filled, this stunning 3-story Herr's Island townhome is nestled on a quiet cul-de-sac in coveted Washington’s Landing, offering spectacular Allegheny River views from every level/ Open-concept boasts rich hardwoods, 25' window wall flooding the entire main floor w/ natural light, built-in media center & access to 20'+ deck overlooking the water, High-end custom kitchen
Welcome to 71 Waterfront Drive, a 4-story riverfront townhome on Washington’s Landing—one of Pittsburgh’s most desirable island communities. This 3-bed, 2.5-bath home offers 2,172 sq ft, River views, private deck, and access to the Three Rivers Heritage Trail. Minutes to Downtown and the Strip District. The open main level features a gourmet kitchen with Thermador stove, Bosch dishwasher, and
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
138
Median Age
38
Population Density
4 ppl/acre
Population under 18
17.4%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
14.5%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$85,156
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$106,896
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
100%
College Graduates
50%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
20.4%
% Population in Labor Force
77.2%
Above the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
41''
Average Winter Low Temperature
23°F
Average Summer High Temperature
83°F
Annual Snowfall
40''
Area Factors
Very Bikeable
Bike Score®
70/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
40/ 100
Good Transit
Transit Score®
53/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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