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Troy Hill: a trendy community in Pittsburgh
Troy Hill sits at the top of a cultural hub. From its steep streets, Troy Hill residents can access historic amenities paired with affordable housing. “It’s a beautiful area that’s considered older than others, but it’s being renovated,” says Elise Bickel, a Realtor for Bridge Home Realty who was born and raised in Pittsburgh. “People are modernizing homes with stuff like granite countertops and rooftop decks for city views.” While Troy Hill is older, the neighborhood attracts a younger crowd, Bickel says. “Most of my clients are young professionals since it's close to jobs in the city,” she says. Major employers in Pittsburgh include the Allegheny General Hospital, the Strip District across the river, and many corporate companies. Troy Hill is a trendier community that offers people access to an arts scene with houses that were converted to permanent art spaces, known as Pig Hill by locals, as well as popular dining options.
Welcome to the Troy Hill neighborhood that overlooks Downtown Pittsburgh.
A view from the Troy Hill neighborhood Look Out Street Parklet, faces the Allegheny River.
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Eat potato pancakes in historic buildings
Troy Hill shows off a selection of impressive restaurants. For German food, diners head to Penn Brewery, which serves schnitzel and potato pancakes in a historic 19th-century building. At Scratch & Co., patrons sit in a cozy, wooden booth and bar while ordering American meals like smash burgers and pickled vegetables. Alternatively, Threadbare Cider House offers flavored raspberry ciders and charcuterie boards in an exposed brick restaurant. For dessert, De Fer Coffee & Tea offers visitors an artsy feel with equestrian wallpaper and multiple rainbow paintings ranging from a cow portrait to Mario, the iconic Italian plumber. They also serve breakfast items like potato and cheese pies or grapefruit pastries. Residents must go a few miles south to restock on groceries at Giant Eagle Supermarket, located on Cedar Avenue.
Penn Brewery in the Troy Hill neighborhood offers German-style brews, food, and live music.
Penn Brewery is famous for their annual Oktoberfest event that is hosted in Troy Hill.
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Drive up Pig Hill or shop in Strip District
Pig Hill, which is on Rialto St, is one of the steepest hills in the country. Here, folks can find the three art galleries in unlabelled, normal-looking houses. The Troy Hill Art Houses require scheduled visits in advance to view the exhibits, which include La Hütte Royal by Thorsten Brinkmann, Kunzhaus by Robert Kusmirowski, and Darkhouse Lighthouse by Lenka Clayton & Phillip Andrew Lewis. The Strip District, just two miles away, is a walkable area home to many shopping options ranging from small art vendors to local produce stands. Here, the fun doesn’t stop at night. On the weekends, popular clubs and bars like Howl at the Moon, Rick's Cabaret & Sports Bar, and Tilden are the place to be.
Rialto Street in the Troy Hill neighborhood is the steepest hill in Pittsburgh and the country.
Troy Hill residents can simply cross the 31st St Bridge to arrive in the Strip District.
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Rowhomes with rose-filled yards
Troy Hill, as the name implies, rests on hilly terrain. Most sections have sidewalks for sloping neighborhood walks, and front yards filled with decorative rose bushes. American Foursquare rowhomes are common and range from $100,000 to $350,000. “They usually have smaller yards, but they’re really cute. Not just a bunch of boring brick-side homes,” says Bickell. Homes in Troy Hill typically stay on the market for 97 days, compared to the national average of 42 days. “It’s really hard to come by housing there. It’s a tight-knit area where not much comes up for sale,” says Sara Leitera, a Realtor at Berkshire Hathaway who has lived in Pittsburgh her entire life.
Almost none of the homes in Troy Hill have yards or added space to the lots.
Bungalows are a great home-style option in the Troy Hill neighborhood.
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Solar Eclipse viewings at Schiller Miller
Students fall under the Pittsburgh Public School District and can attend many schools in the city, such as Spring Hill Elementary, which receives a C from Niche. Children may move on to Schiller Middle School, which earns a C-plus and is a STEAM magnet program school that allows students access to experience things like Solar Eclipse viewings and award ceremonies. STEAM stands for science, technology, engineering and math. Kids can advance to Perry Traditional Academy High, a local school known for its athletic programs. The academy receives a C-minus from Niche. While there aren't many private school options available, there is a small cluster of churches on Harpster and Hatteras Street. These include Saint Anthony Chapel, Most Holy Name of Jesus Rectory and Grace Lutheran Church.
Pittsburgh Spring Hill K-5 is a safe place for kids to learn.
Entrance to Pittsburgh Perry High School.
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Scenic walks at Three Rivers Trails
Troy Hill residents can choose from multiple outdoor destinations for some fresh air. The Troy Hill Spray Park provides parents with a place to take their children on a summer day to watch them play under the fountains or on the playground. Families can also sit at the picnic tables under umbrellas and enjoy lunch in the park. At the Three Rivers Heritage Trails, people can walk along scenic pathways shaded underneath maple trees overlooking the Allegheny River or even cross the bridge to Washington’s Landing, an island in the river.
The splash pad in the Troy Hill neighborhood allows you to watch kids have fun in the sun.
The Three Rivers Heritage trail is a huge trail system that runs through Pittsburgh.
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Hop on Pennsylvania Route 28
Troy Hill is 2 miles or about a 12-minute drive to Downtown Pittsburgh for an easy commute to work and play. Drivers use Pennsylvania Route 28 while others can hop on the public city bus to reach downtown. While Troy Hill isn't very walkable, it is a highly bikeable neighborhood. Pittsburgh International Airport is 19 miles away.
The Troy Hill neighborhood is a wonderful place to live, work, and play.
Public transit runs throughout Troy Hill and is easily accessable.
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During the day it's a pleasant area to be in. There are a few places to eat such as the Penn Brewery and there are several city steps to climb. However, there are issues with crime in the area. There are multiple drug dealers and recently two people were shot at night.
3.0Current Resident
12/31/2024Niche Review
Troy Hill is the prime example of an old Pittsburgh neighborhood, relatively untouched by the modern world. Saint Anthony's Chapel is the center of the neighborhood; a historic church housing over 4,000 relics, including the entire remains and skulls of several catholic saints. Few modernizations have taken place within Troy Hill, leaving a nostalgic feeling to the neighborhood.
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Troy Hill
US
Homicide
4
4
Sexual Assault
6
4
Assault with Weapon
5
4
Robbery
4
4
Burglary
6
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
6
4
Larceny
6
4
Crime Score
5
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Troy Hill Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Troy Hill, Pittsburgh sell after 82 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Troy Hill, Pittsburgh over the last 12 months is $147,000, down 25% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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