Knoxville
Neighborhood in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Allegheny County 15210
Densely built classic homes dominate this area
Knoxville maintains a cohesive look thanks to the fact that most homes were built around the turn of the 20th century, with brick exteriors that have stood the test of time. The houses here are built closely together, with a combination of detached options and row home-style structures. Many homes here still come with compact lots, some of which offer off-street parking. A smattering of duplexes are mixed in with the traditional single-family homes in Knoxville. Options across this neighborhood stretch about 1,647 square feet on average. Prices for houses in Knoxville often start in the $60,0000s for a property that may need a bit of work and can climb to around $200,000 for a spacious home in good condition.
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McKinley Park makes recreation easy
Knoxville neighbors the 79-acre McKinley Park, within reasonable walking distance for many. “Walk there in under five, under 10 minutes,” Bundy says. McKinley Park features everything from playgrounds to a skate park to basketball courts to trails.
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Schools come close by
Kids in Knoxville can attend schools in the Pittsburgh Public School District, which has a C-plus overall grade on Niche. A student’s specific path can vary depending on what street they live on, but some in the neighborhood can start at Pittsburgh Arlington for prekindergarten through eighth grade, a C-rated school with student-teacher ratios of 10-to-1. Then, students across Knoxville can progress to the B-minus-rated Carrick High with Career and Technical Education programs in carpentry, culinary arts, finance technology, health and information technology.
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Community council backs community events
The Knoxville Community Council backs and promotes various events in and near the neighborhood. Among the periodic programming is an Earth Month celebration in April at nearby McKinley Park, featuring games, face painting, music and more. There’s also a community health fair at St. Paul A.M.E. Church in the neighborhood in the fall, where locals can get flu vaccines and other CPR training.
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Ride around the city with PRT
Knoxville has several stops in the city’s PRT bus system, which stands for Pittsburgh Regional Transit. PRT features a fleet of about 700 different buses operating across almost 100 routes. Also, drivers in town can use the Smithfield Street Bridge, the Liberty Bridge or the 10th Street Bridge to cross the Monongahela River into Downtown Pittsburgh, a trip of just about 3 miles.
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Access amenities easily nearby
Though Knoxville is primarily residential, locals can take advantage of the sidewalks on virtually every street to stroll to spots in nearby neighborhoods. For instance, Flavor of Puerto Rico is a well-liked option in neighboring Mt. Oliver, particularly for its empanadas. The Allentown neighborhood to the north is also popular, with shops and restaurants lined along and near the thoroughfare of Warrington Avenue. Alla Famiglia is a well-liked Italian restaurant on Warrington and, after a meal, locals can peruse shops like clothing store The Culture Closet. Bottlerock Social Hall, on intersecting Arlington Avenue, is a draw for its comedy shows and other live entertainment. “They basically took a 70s steel mill-type bar and reopened it with wood paneling,” says Bundy, who has been with Visit Pittsburgh since 2022. “There’s a retro vibe in there. They have some innovative programming and some great comedy acts. As well as fun movie nights.” Also, Knoxville residents have relatively quick access to grocery shopping thanks to the Shop ’N Save in the Carrick neighborhood to the south.
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Crime
According to the CAP Index, crime in Knoxville is above U.S. averages in the categories of robbery, assault with a weapon and homicide.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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John Marzullo
John Marzullo
COMPASS PENNSYLVANIA, LLC
(724) 952-3574
1,062 Total Sales
3 in Knoxville
$63K - $66K Price Range
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Erica Newport
Erica Newport
NULF REAL ESTATE
(412) 668-5057
85 Total Sales
2 in Knoxville
$59K - $230K Price Range
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Nathaniel Nieland
Nathaniel Nieland
COLDWELL BANKER REALTY
(412) 838-3995
189 Total Sales
1 in Knoxville
$38,500 Price
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Elise Bickel
Elise Bickel
BRIDGE HOME REALTY
(878) 877-6279
163 Total Sales
2 in Knoxville
$32K - $70K Price Range
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Emily Bua
Emily Bua
BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY THE PREFERRED REALTY
(878) 877-8038
49 Total Sales
1 in Knoxville
$143,500 Price
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Sarah Lattanza
Sarah Lattanza
Dream Finders Realty LLC
(206) 207-4771
34 Total Sales
1 in Knoxville
$105,000 Price
Schools
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Parks in this Area
Bon Air Playground
McKinley Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Football
Ormsby Avenue Park & Playground
- Basketball
- Playground
Transverse Park
- Picnic Area
- Trails
- Playground
Upper McKinley Park
- Basketball
- Trails
- Playground
Warrington Rec Center
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Playground
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Knoxville | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 7 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 4 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 4 | 4 |
| Robbery | 6 | 4 |
| Burglary | 3 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 3 | 4 |
| Larceny | 3 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 4 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Knoxville Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Knoxville, Pittsburgh sell after 62 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Knoxville, Pittsburgh over the last 12 months is $78,000, up 4% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$100,000
Median Sale Price
$78,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$90,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$135,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
6%
Last 12 months Home Sales
29
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
4%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$61
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,397
Number of Homes for Sale
2
Median Year Built
1905
Months of Supply
0.80
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,645
Below the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,755
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
2,613
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
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$100,000
- 3 Beds
- 2.5 Baths
- 1,521 Sq Ft
- 313 Mckinley St
- New 2 days ago
Handyman Special – Sold As-Is! This 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath home in Pittsburgh’s up-and-coming Beltzhoover neighborhood offers over 1,500 sq ft of potential. With solid masonry construction, a full basement, and low taxes, it’s perfect for retail buyers ready to renovate or investors seeking strong rental returns. This property is being sold as-is. Great value-add opportunity near downtown — don’t
DANIEL DEMERS SELL YOUR HOME SERVICES
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$249,900
- 222-224 Alice St
- New 12 days ago
Discover the perfect blend of comfort and income potential with this beautifully updated duplex nestled on a quiet street in Mount Oliver. This versatile property features two separate units, each offering 2 spacious bedrooms and 1 full bathroom, ideal for owner-occupants, extended families, or savvy investors looking for strong rental income. Recent upgrades provide peace of mind and low
Blake Walter COLDWELL BANKER REALTY
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$199,999
- 91 Amanda Ave
CALLING ALL INVESTORS!! This cash-flowing, fully rented residential and commercial property is ready for you to take on and immediately profit!! Spread across 2 separate buildings on the same parcel, there are 3 residential units and 1 commercial garage space. In the front building (facing Amanda St), there is a MASSIVE 1 bedroom apartment and a 3 bedroom unit above that have both been TOTALLY
Joe Calloway THREE SIXTY CRE LLC
Homes for Rent
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$795 per month
- 2 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 4,326 Sq Ft
- 340 Rochelle St
- Unit 1
- Pittsburgh, PA
This cozy 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom apartment is located in Knoxville. It is composed of one floor with a large eat in kitchen and living area for family and friend gatherings. The two large bedrooms are equip with ceiling fans, street parking for your convenience and coin-op laundry facilities in the building. It provides great natural light and has newer flooring for comfort and modern living.
Kelly Nowak NULF MANAGEMENT SERVICES
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$1,025 per month
- 2 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 990 Sq Ft
- 235 Arabella St
- Pittsburgh, PA
PLEASE READ REQUIREMENTS:Bad Credit is OK. Here are STRICT REQUIREMENTS to qualify:(1) Deposit of $1,025.00 1st month , & security deposit $1,025.00 x 2=$2,050)(2) Good Rental History & Must be able to get landlord reference(3) No Evictions & Clean Criminal History(4) Proof of Income & Good Job History making minimum of $3,075+ a month after taxes(5) NO SECTION 8(6) Must Pay $50 per applicant for
Chris Ivory KELLER WILLIAMS REALTY
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
4,015
Median Age
35
Population Density
21 ppl/acre
Population under 18
28.5%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
15.1%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$44,324
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$59,867
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
85.1%
College Graduates
18.1%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
7.1%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
68.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
41''
Average Winter Low Temperature
23°F
Average Summer High Temperature
83°F
Annual Snowfall
40''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
39
/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
71
/ 100
Good Transit
Transit Score®
53
/ 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.
Nearby Neighborhoods
Allentown
Booming mixed urban-suburban neighborhood overlooking Pittsburgh
Beltzhoover
Community centers, parks and events in Pittsburgh’s southern hilltops
Bon Air
Hilly blocks of homes and public transportation hubs in the South Hills
Mt Oliver Borough
Residential borough with a developing commercial corridor in Pittsburgh’s Hilltop
Mt Oliver
A unique blend of city living from an urban farm to exciting nightlife
Arlington
An established urban neighborhood less than 4 miles from Downtown Pittsburgh
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