Section Image

Lincoln Place

Lincoln Place

$164,865 Average Value
$507 Average Price per Sq Ft
2 Homes For Sale

Pittsburgh's farm-turned-suburb

In the far southeast corner of Pittsburgh, Lincoln Place is a suburb with a small-town feel located in Pittsburgh’s 31st Ward. The midcentury homes here are sprawled along winding streets that climb wooded hills. The area's lush landscape nods to its past; Lincoln Place was once a 106-acre farm that was sold off, developed and annexed into the city in 1929. "Lincoln Place is still in the city, but away from the hustle and bustle," says Jenni Perrino, a local Realtor with K & S Real Estate and a proud Lincoln Place resident. "We're kind of in a forgotten part of the city, which I don't mind. We usually get our roads plowed last, but that's the only real drawback. It's quiet. It's not congested. You can get downtown in 15 minutes. There's nowhere else I'd rather live in the city." Lincoln Place is one of the three Pittsburgh neighborhoods that comprise the 31st Ward, a larger community with an active community action group. "Everyone knows everyone here," says Perrino. "I like it. It makes me feel safe. The 31st Ward Facebook is pretty active, too, so we're all in the loop."

“Lincoln Place was the original name of the Mifflin Elementary School, I believe, and the name stuck,” adds Melinda Lynch, a Realtor at Berkshire Hathaway. “It is also home to the largest water tower in the region. It's a community rich in family values, diversity and boasts affordable housing while also being within the city of Pittsburgh school district despite being fully surrounded by West Mifflin.” The aforementioned Pennsylvania American Water tank in West Mifflin is 1,305 feet above sea level, close to the border of the Lincoln Place neighborhood, and has a 7.2 million-gallon tank.
Lincoln Place sits in the hills of Southwestern Pennsylvania.
Lincoln Place sits in the hills of Southwestern Pennsylvania.
Lincoln Place streets offer ample street parking for residents and their guests.
Lincoln Place streets offer ample street parking for residents and their guests.
1/2

Lincoln Place's midcentury charm

The 1950s is when the majority of homes in Lincoln Place were built. While there are sturdy brick-faced ranch-style homes and raised ranch-style homes on slanting streets, many properties here feature at least two floors. Common styles include split-level homes, classic American foursquares and cozy bungalows with deep front porches. The neighborhood's median lot size is over a tenth of an acre and several homes have pools. "It's one of the more affordable suburbs in the city," Perrino says. "I have a three-bed, two-bath rancher here going for $138,000. With some work, I could sell it for $185,000. That same house I could list for $250,000 in Bethel Park or $300,000 nearby in West Mifflin." Overall list prices range from $49,000 and $286,000. “As of June 2024, the median sale price for homes in Lincoln Place, Pennsylvania, reached $165,000, marking a striking 11.5% rise from the previous year,” says Lynch. “Meanwhile, the median price per square foot stood at $123, showcasing the area's growing appeal.” The Cap Index crime score is 3 out of 10, lower than the national average of 4.
Take a look around Lincoln Place and see what you are missing.
Take a look around Lincoln Place and see what you are missing.
Larger homes line Interboro Avenue in Lincoln Place.
Larger homes line Interboro Avenue in Lincoln Place.
1/2

The engineering track at Allderdice High

Wedged right against the city line, Lincoln Place is served by Pittsburgh Public Schools. Students can start their school days at Pittsburgh Mifflin PreK-8, rated C on Niche. From there, they can attend Allderdice High, rated with a B-plus on Niche and ranked No. 17 on Niche's list of best high schools for STEM in the Pittsburgh area. This may be thanks to the school's engineering magnet program. Those accepted into this program will work on hands-on projects, technical writing, oral presentations and other skills that will aid them in higher education and the workforce. Specific CTE courses offered by the school work as a great complement to classes for those in the engineering magnet program. There are also more than 20 colleges and universities within 20 miles of the neighborhood, including Duquesne University and the University of Pittsburgh.
Allderdice High School has a diverse student body and is welcoming to all.
Allderdice High School has a diverse student body and is welcoming to all.
Pittsburgh Mifflin K-8 in Lincoln Place is the great school on the hill.
Pittsburgh Mifflin K-8 in Lincoln Place is the great school on the hill.
1/2

McBride Park and its newest addition

Greenery flourishes in Lincoln Place during spring and summer, making local outdoor spaces and parks popular spots. For an escape into the trees, the Lincoln Place Greenway offers a short but sweet hike through the woods. It's a popular path for folks with four-legged friends. Residents can dive into the pool at McBride Park, play pickup games on the tennis and basketball courts or enjoy the park's newest addition, a deck hockey rink. A playground can be found here, and another one lies at Lincoln Place Parklet.
Take your best friends out for a walk in McBride Park in Lincoln Place.
Take your best friends out for a walk in McBride Park in Lincoln Place.
Spend time at Lincoln Place Parklet and enjoy a day in Lincoln Place.
Spend time at Lincoln Place Parklet and enjoy a day in Lincoln Place.
1/2

The Pizza Stop and more on Mifflin Road

Regionally, there are several dishes and ways to say things that are unique to Western Pennsylvania. Customers at area eateries may hear something like, “Do yinz want some Ohio Valley-style pizza, a Pittsburgh Salad or a Primanti Brothers sandwich and a pop?” Translation: Do you all want a pizza with cold toppings, a salad topped with fries or a sandwich stuffed with fries and coleslaw along with the meats and cheeses and a soda? The story behind the sandwich is that Primanti Brothers created this to allow truck drivers delivering in the area one hand on the wheel, one hand on the sandwich.

Regionally, there are several dishes and ways to say things that are unique to Western Pennsylvania. Customers at area eateries may hear something like, “Do yinz want some Ohio Valley-style pizza, a Pittsburgh Salad or a Primanti Brothers sandwich and a pop?” Translation: Do you all want a pizza with cold toppings, a salad topped with fries or a sandwich stuffed with fries and coleslaw along with the meats and cheeses and a soda? The story behind the sandwich is that Primanti Brothers created this to allow truck drivers delivering in the area one hand on the wheel, one hand on the sandwich.
Lincoln Place loves The Pizza Stop because of their great food.
Lincoln Place loves The Pizza Stop because of their great food.
Shop N Go in Lincoln Place has a great selection of food made fresh to order.
Shop N Go in Lincoln Place has a great selection of food made fresh to order.
1/2

Through Hazelwood onto Second Avenue

Pittsburgh Region Transit bus stops are located along Mifflin Road, making for simple carless commutes. "It's a 15-minute drive to downtown, and everyone in Lincoln Place knows how to avoid the parkway to get there," Perrino says. "We go the backway. Shoot down through Hazelwood and take Second Avenue all the way to downtown." That said, for farther travels, Interstate 376 can be accessed across the Glenwood Bridge, a little over 5 miles due north and the Allegheny County Airport is just south of the neighborhood.
PRT bus stops are in Lincoln Place on Mifflin Road and Interboro Avenue.
PRT bus stops are in Lincoln Place on Mifflin Road and Interboro Avenue.
Don't look past Lincoln Place when you want to find a great area.
Don't look past Lincoln Place when you want to find a great area.
1/2

Movies in the park

Particularly in the neighborhood, one big event is the Dollar Bank Cinema in the Park: McBride Park series. Throughout Pittsburgh, there are farmers' markets from May to November at several locations, tennis clinics in the summer, and healthy active living at the area's senior community centers.
Shoot some hoops at McBride Park with all of your friends from Lincoln Place.
Shoot some hoops at McBride Park with all of your friends from Lincoln Place.
Welcome to Lincoln Place located in the 31st Ward of Pittsburgh.
Welcome to Lincoln Place located in the 31st Ward of Pittsburgh.
1/2

A favorable crime score

The Cap Index crime score is 3 out of 10, lower than the national average of 4.
Lincoln Place is a small neighborhood with a big heart.
Lincoln Place is a small neighborhood with a big heart.
Lincoln Place proudly stands for the Red, White, and Blue.
Lincoln Place proudly stands for the Red, White, and Blue.
1/2
Robb Crocker
Written By
Robb Crocker
Alan Battles
Photography Contributed By
Alan Battles
Luke Mancari
Video By
Luke Mancari

Agents Specializing in this Area

See All Agents

Schools

Source:
GreatSchools: The GreatSchools Rating helps parents compare schools within a state based on a variety of school quality indicators and provides a helpful picture of how effectively each school serves all of its students. Ratings are on a scale of 1 (below average) to 10 (above average) and can include test scores, college readiness, academic progress, advanced courses, equity, discipline and attendance data. We also advise parents to visit schools, consider other information on school performance and programs, and consider family needs as part of the school selection process. View GreatSchools Rating Methodology

Interested in learning more about homes in this area? Reach out to Kelli Verosky, an experienced agent in this neighborhood.

Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Pittsburgh International

43 min drive

Bus

Buttermilk Hollow Rd & Thompson Run

Bus

Mifflin Rd & Mcbride

Bus

Interboro Ave & Leaside #1 (Mifflin)

Bus

Mifflin Rd & Mcbride Ave Ns

Bus

Mifflin Rd & Glenhurst

Bus

Mifflin Rd & Interboro Fs

Bus

Interboro Ave & Lindberg Fs

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Lincoln Place US
Homicide 3 4
Sexual Assault 2 4
Assault with Weapon 3 4
Robbery 3 4
Burglary 3 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 2 4
Larceny 3 4
Crime Score 3 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Lincoln Place Demographics and Home Trends

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$755,000
Median Sale Price
$450,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$589,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
13
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-18%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$507

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,482
Number of Homes for Sale
2
Median Year Built
1945
Months of Supply
1.80
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,287
Significantly below the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,689
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
6,534

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

Interested in learning more about homes in this area? Reach out to Kelli Verosky, an experienced agent in this neighborhood.

Average Home Value





Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Owners

Demographics

Total Population
3,193
Median Age
46
Population Density
5 ppl/acre
Population under 18
18.9%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
25%
Above the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$68,775
On par with the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$74,549

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
93.4%
College Graduates
16%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
5.5%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
62.7%

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®

13 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

46 / 100

Some Transit

Transit Score®

28 / 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

Reviews

Are you familiar with the Lincoln Place neighborhood? to let others know what life in this neighborhood is like.
Disclaimer: Certain information contained herein is derived from information provided by parties other than Homes.com. Our sources include: Accuweather, Public Records and Neustar. All information provided is deemed reliable, but is not guaranteed to be accurate and should be independently verified.
NEIGHBORHOOD
Lincoln Place