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Polish Hill

Polish Hill

Neighborhood in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Allegheny County 15201, 15213, 15219

$238,364 Average Value
$183 Average Price per Sq Ft
6 Homes For Sale

Polish Hill is a diverse neighborhood with arts and nightlife

The Polish Hill neighborhood was named for the Polish immigrants who settled in the area for steel industry jobs. The mostly residential area became a diverse neighborhood shaped by the locals’ creative interests. Now the gritty neighborhood has a unique culture: nightlife with a vibrant punk scene and a yearly arts festival.
Polish Hill residents attend ballet dance classes at the famous Pittsburgh Ballet Theater.
Polish Hill residents attend ballet dance classes at the famous Pittsburgh Ballet Theater.
A streetscape in Polish Hill gives a view across a valley over the Allegheny River.
A streetscape in Polish Hill gives a view across a valley over the Allegheny River.
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Dense streets and multiple home styles

As an urban area, Polish Hill is made of a grid structure of dense streets packed with homes. Homes oftentimes have on-street parking, sidewalks and minimal to shallow front yards. Brick town houses with shuttered windows and broad front porches ranging between $118,000 to $224,000. An American Foursquare can feature bay windows for a cost of around $216,000 to $324,000, while Italianate homes with corbels and window trim may be priced at $297,000 to $353,000. Polish Hill’s median home value is $163,592, much more affordable than the median home value in the Strip District of $471,700.
The yards of some Polish Hill homes are beautiful with lush gardens and white picket fences.
The yards of some Polish Hill homes are beautiful with lush gardens and white picket fences.
Updated row homes with unique color layouts are tending in Polish Hill.
Updated row homes with unique color layouts are tending in Polish Hill.
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Urban green spaces for skating, swimming, and community gardening

Polish Hill has a couple of urban green spaces where residents can spend time outside. At multi-purpose West Penn Park, skaters can learn some tricks on the skatepark bowl decorated with graffiti. Children can also run around the playground, or people can take a dip in the outdoor pool during the summertime. At Polish Hill Community Garden, residents plant vegetables, flowers and produce in their own plots alongside their neighbors.
Polish Hill has the West Penn Park which attracts many residents in the area.
Polish Hill has the West Penn Park which attracts many residents in the area.
BMX biking can be done at West Penn Park in Polish Hill.
BMX biking can be done at West Penn Park in Polish Hill.
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STEAM curriculum and university prep available in Polish Hill

Polish Hill is served by the Pittsburgh Public School District. According to Niche, the district earns an A- in diversity and an A- in teachers. Pittsburgh Woolslair K-5 uses STEAM curriculum for projects that teach students how science, technology, engineering, arts and math come together outside of school. Middle school students can go to Pittsburgh Arsenal 6-8 where students can learn about the school’s diverse student body, which represents 26 different countries from Somalia to Mexico. Meanwhile, high school students can attend Pittsburgh Milliones 6-12 for university-level preparation in and outside of the classroom, including sports and clubs to complement their academics.
Welcome to Pittsburgh Arsenal Middle School serving children in Lower Lawrenceville.
Welcome to Pittsburgh Arsenal Middle School serving children in Lower Lawrenceville.
Pittsburgh Woolslair serves K-5th grade.
Pittsburgh Woolslair serves K-5th grade.
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Live music and local art at Polish Hill's biggest event

For fans of local culture, Polish Hill holds an annual festival, the largest event in the neighborhood. “Polish Hill Festival happens every summer with artists and bands. There are a lot of artists in the community,” Leitera says. Folks can purchase art pieces from local vendors, supporting local artists from Polish Hill and nearby neighborhoods. They can also enjoy live music on the main stages while eating delicious festival food.

Polish Hill is 3 miles from downtown Pittsburgh and has bus access

“Polish Hill is a neighborhood by the Strip District and Lawrenceville, very close to downtown,” says Sara Leitera, Realtor at Berkshire Hathaway. Polish Hill is only about three miles to downtown Pittsburgh for easy commutes or weekend trips to Market Square. Take a Pittsburgh Regional Transit bus for convenient public transportation throughout the neighborhood. In Polish Hill, residents enjoy a city neighborhood notable for an exciting arts and music scene.
Polish Hill is right next to the Strip District allowing for locals to find shopping and dining.
Polish Hill is right next to the Strip District allowing for locals to find shopping and dining.
Take the bus out of Polish Hill into Pittsburgh for work or entertainment.
Take the bus out of Polish Hill into Pittsburgh for work or entertainment.
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Pierogies to Pinball: Polish Hill's Dining and Music Hotspots

“Polish Hill has some popular bars, one of which is Gooski’s, a well-known dive bar with music. I met my husband there,” Leitera says. The graffitied walls of Gooski’s lend it a distinctive grunge vibe, complete with a jukebox and live music from punk to metal bands. People often order pierogies to go with their drinks as they play pool or ping pong. At the Rock Room, you can also listen to punk bands. The bar has a dartboard, three pinball machines and taco night deals. At Kaibur Coffee, folks order excellent vegan meal options like breakfast sandwiches and donuts in a bright, exposed brick interior perfect for morning pick-me-ups.
Kiabur Coffee in Polish Hill is a Star Wars themed cafe with plenty of nostalgia to go around.
Kiabur Coffee in Polish Hill is a Star Wars themed cafe with plenty of nostalgia to go around.
Gooski's Bar and Restaurant in Polish Hill brings Rock and Roll to dining with the community.
Gooski's Bar and Restaurant in Polish Hill brings Rock and Roll to dining with the community.
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Agents Specializing in this Area

  • Lori Maffeo

    Lori Maffeo

    BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY THE PREFERRED REALTY

    (570) 634-9097

    268 Total Sales

    1 in Polish Hill

    $354,200 Price

    Lori Maffeo
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  • John Marzullo

    John Marzullo

    COMPASS PENNSYLVANIA, LLC

    (724) 952-3574

    1,062 Total Sales

    1 in Polish Hill

    $230,000 Price

    John Marzullo
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  • Nathaniel Nieland

    Nathaniel Nieland

    COLDWELL BANKER REALTY

    (412) 838-3995

    189 Total Sales

    1 in Polish Hill

    $259,000 Price

    Nathaniel Nieland
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  • Ryan Edmondson

    Ryan Edmondson

    KELLER WILLIAMS EXCLUSIVE

    (412) 743-9831

    138 Total Sales

    1 in Polish Hill

    $354,200 Price

    Ryan Edmondson
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  • Jason Moots

    Jason Moots

    ACHIEVE REALTY, INC.

    (412) 612-2129

    42 Total Sales

    1 in Polish Hill

    $50,000 Price

    Jason Moots
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  • Michael Gallis

    Michael Gallis

    Responds Quickly

    BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY THE PREFERRED REALTY

    (412) 924-5994

    85 Total Sales

    1 in Polish Hill

    $430,000 Price

    Michael Gallis
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Schools

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Pittsburgh International

31 min drive

Bus

Brereton St & 28th

Bus

Liberty Ave & 31st St

Bus

East Busway & Herron Station C

Bus

Bigelow Blvd & Bloomfld Brdge Fs

Bus

Bigelow Blvd & Finland St

Bus

Bigelow Blvd & Harding Way

Bus

Brereton St & 30th St

Crime and Safety

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

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Polish Hill Demographics and Home Trends

On average, homes in Polish Hill, Pittsburgh sell after 103 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Polish Hill, Pittsburgh over the last 12 months is $335,000, up 97% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$350,000
Median Sale Price
$335,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$312,515
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$435,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
12%
Last 12 months Home Sales
11
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
97%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$183

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
448
Number of Homes for Sale
6
Median Year Built
1900
Months of Supply
6.50
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,612
Below the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,125
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
2,613

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

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Average Home Value

Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Renters

Demographics

Total Population
1,526
Median Age
41
Population under 18
14.9%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
19%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$64,382
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$88,700

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
92.9%
College Graduates
50.9%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
21.5%
% Population in Labor Force
77.5%
Above the national average
65.1%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
41''
Average Winter Low Temperature
23°F
Average Summer High Temperature
83°F
Annual Snowfall
6''

Area Factors

Bikeable

Bike Score®

68 / 100

Very Walkable

Walk Score®

70 / 100

Good Transit

Transit Score®

62 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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