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Small secluded enclave along the Monongahela River
Along the banks of the Monongahela River sits the secluded community of Swisshelm Park. Along with the river, the neighborhood is bordered by three other important natural spaces: Frick Park, Les Gentz Memorial Park and the Nine Mile Run, giving it a more rural feel. "It's a small community and a really cute neighborhood," says Realtor Sara Leitera. And while it offers a quiet oasis away from the hustle and bustle of the Pittsburgh city center, residents can also easily access popular amenities. "You're within walking distance of the Regent Square District and Edgewood Town Center."
Swisshelm Park is bordered by the Monongahela River and I-376 Parkway East.
Take your best friend around Swisshelm Park and show them what they are missing.
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Historic homes on modest lots
While there is a small pocket of homes in the Duck Hollow subdivision on the western tip of Swisshelm Park, most homes are on the community's east side. As is typical in Pittsburgh, most houses were built along hilly streets between the late 1800s and mid-1900s and feature front staircases that lead up to entryways and porches. Popular single-family home styles include Colonial Revivals with Dutch, Georgian and federal influences, American and Victorian Foursquares, Tudor Revivals and Cape Cods. Smaller dwellings needing updating start around $180,000, while larger renovated homes can go for more than $525,000.
Plenty of homes in Swisshelm Park include front porches.
Classic architecture sits up on the hills of Swisshelm Park.
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Tennis courts, play structures in Swisshelm Playground
Swisshelm Playground sits in the heart of the neighborhood's residential area, putting it within walking distance for most residents. The small fenced-in space has several amenities, including a playground, tennis courts and a small open field perfect for picnicking on a summer afternoon. The neighborhood is also located next to several popular outdoor spaces, including Frick Park, where there is a sophisticated system of wooded trails, tennis courts and a playground. At 644 acres, it's Pittsburgh's largest historic regional park and is often used for community events. For waterside hiking opportunities, residents can head to the Nine Mile Run trail, which bends with the meandering Nine Mile Run stream, or hop on the Duck Hollow trail, which follows the Monongahela River.
It is always a good idea to visit Swisshelm Playground, the best park in Swisshelm Park.
A Swisshelm Park residents cuts through Frick Park on Nine Mile Run Trail.
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Enrichment courses at Allderdice High
Students may belong to the Pittsburgh Public School District, which includes Minadeo PreK-5, graded a C on Niche, Sterrett 6-9, graded a C-minus, and Allderdice High School, graded a B-plus. Allderdice High offers a variety of enrichment curricula, including Career and Technical Education pathways and a Gifted and Talented program.
Pittsburgh Minadeo serves K-5th grade with excellence.
Allderdice High School has a diverse student body and is welcoming to all.
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Annual events in Frick Park
Swisshelm Park residents can easily enjoy programs put on by the city in Frick Park. One popular children's event is the Citiparks Roving Art Cart, a free traveling art festival that runs for seven weeks each summer. "We bring face painters, a balloon artist, we bring easel artists that you might be able to follow by painting on a canvas," says Cynthia Wiegel, a recreation coordinator with the Pittsburgh Citiparks Community Enrichment Office. The event stops at a handful of regional parks, making it easy for residents across the city to join in on the festivities. "Everyone's welcome. There's always enough space for everyone," Wiegel says. Another popular event is Alphabet Trail & Tales, an interactive story time complete with hand-painted story sets and conversations with authors. It's held each September at Frick Park's Blue Slide Playground.
Nine Mile Run Creek runs through the Swisshelm Park community.
Swisshelm Park sits along the Monongahela River and is covered with amazing trees.
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I-376 borders the neighborhood
U.S. Interstate Highway 376 borders the neighborhood, making it easy for residents to commute into Downton Pittsburgh, just over 7 miles away. Public transit is limited here, but Pittsburgh Region Transit buses stop at a few spots along Commercial and Whipple Streets. To travel internationally, residents can head to Pittsburgh International Airport, about 26 miles away.
I-376 Parkway East is high above Swisshelm Park and is one of the busiest roads in the area.
PRT bus stops are in Swisshelm Park giving you access to the whole city.
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Shopping and dining options sit just outside of town
Swisshelm Park is strictly residential, but a couple of local restaurants sit just outside of town. Tuscan yellow walls decorated with ornamental lancet arches and framed paintings create a cheery environment in The Parisi Café and Italian Market, a popular coffee shop offering hot breakfast sandwiches on flaky croissants and lattes topped with foam art. For late-night outings, Yinzers rave about Pub in the Park, a neighborhood Irish pub with a cozy, low-lit interior and pet-friendly patio. The pub keeps 14 beers on draft and serves a mix of classic bar foods and Irish-American cuisine. For additional shopping and dining needs, residents can head to Edgewood Town Centre or the Regent Square District, where there are chain eateries and large retailers, including a Giant Eagle Supermarket.
Parisi Cafe in Swissvale is convenient for Swisshelm Park residents.
Pub in the Park is shared by residents of Swisshelm Park and Swissvale bordering both areas.
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Parks in this Area
Frick Park
Bike Trails
Dog Park
Tennis
Les Getz Memorial Park
Baseball/Softball
Picnic Area
Playground
Swisshelm Playground
Picnic Area
Tennis
Trails
Collingwood Park
Basketball
Picnic Area
Playground
John F. Kennedy Park
Picnic Area
Trails
Homestead Labyrinth
Picnic Area
Transit
Airport
Pittsburgh International
38 min drive
Bus
Whipple St & Nevada
Bus
Commercial St & Whipple
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Swisshelm Park
US
Homicide
4
4
Sexual Assault
3
4
Assault with Weapon
3
4
Robbery
4
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
3
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
3
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Swisshelm Park Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Swisshelm Park, Pittsburgh sell after 62 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Swisshelm Park, Pittsburgh over the last 12 months is $294,500, up 2% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,233
Median Age
47
Population Density
5 ppl/acre
Population under 18
19.3%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
27.2%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$109,127
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$130,161
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
98.2%
College Graduates
59.8%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
27.8%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
70.9%
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®
32/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
16/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
42/ 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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