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Trendy Pittsburgh neighborhood with a big heart
Upper Lawrenceville, as its name suggests, is the northern section of Lawrenceville, Pittsburgh's largest and oldest neighborhood. On the map, Lawrenceville is divided into multiple sections, including Central and Lower Lawrenceville, but those distinctions don't matter to locals. They see it as one large community, one that has changed a lot over the years. In the 1990s, it was unsafe and littered with trash and abandoned cars. In 2009, the construction of UPMC's Children's Hospital sparked investor interest in the area, and since then has become one of Steel City’s trendiest communities. It's even seen a rise in Airbnb activity—it's not uncommon to see a bachelorette party file into their rental house near Butler Street, where most of the neighborhood’s retailers are located, for a long weekend. However, Lawrenceville’s soul has not changed. In March 2024, a neighborhood group pushed back on a bid from Starbucks to add a location in Central Lawrenceville because they worried the corporate chain would take business from locally owned coffee shops. Wagner Shoes off Butler Street has been serving the community for nearly a century and still offers the same personalized service to a legion of faithful customers. “Lawrenceville reminds a lot of people of Brooklyn. It has a really nice neighborhood feel. It’s really walkable, and you can ride your bike everywhere," says Liz Fecko, a real estate agent with Compass Real Estate and a native of the Pittsburgh area for over 40 years.
Three story townhouses are common living spaces in Upper Lawrenceville.
Have a lunch date at Mediterra Cafe Lawrenceville.
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Shopping and dining along Butler Street
Dining options are plentiful, with many locally owned restaurants along bustling Butler Street. Among them is Lawrence Hall, a much-anticipated food hall that opened in April 2024. The massive hall offers many options, including burgers, authentic Mexican street food, soul food and Italian. Pusadee’s Garden is a neighborhood staple and a huge draw for its authentic Thai cuisine. “It takes a long time to get a reservation there. Everyone wants to go there,” Fecko says. At Pizza Lupo, the most popular dish among locals is the Grandma Pie, a square pan pizza. For dessert, the go-to is Butterwood Bake Consortium for its frosted brownies and vegan tea cakes. The neighborhood is slated to get a new grocery store soon, with Aldi approved to move into the old Shop n’ Save location off 56th Street. Until then, residents pick up groceries at Whole Foods and home essentials at Target in nearby East Liberty.
Butler Street is lined with shops and restaurants for residents in Upper Lawrenceville.
Pizza Lupa is known for there top tier pies serving the residents of Upper Lawrenceville.
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New and vintage townhouses along walkable streets
Townhouses are most common in Upper Lawrenceville. They stand together along the narrow urban streets among the shops and restaurants. Some were built in the 2020s, boxy and modern, while others are original builds from the turn of the 20th century. Finding detached townhouses and single-family homes is possible, though they are rare. The lucky few who do will discover bungalows with Craftsman influences and tall Stick-style houses with dormer windows poking out of roofs. Most homes are two or three bedrooms and range in price from $190,000 to $550,000, with higher-priced homes featuring more extensive renovations. Fixer-uppers range from $90,000 to $160,000.
Regarding crime, Upper Lawrenceville scores a five out of 10 on the CAP Index. While this is just one point higher than the national average, burglary rates score a six out of 10. The city launched the “High-Visibility Patrol Initiative” in July 2024, which adds additional officers to each department and additional shifts so police can have a greater presence in the community.
Different size and color townhouses are commonly found within Upper Lawrenceville.
Upper Lawrenceville has a vast number of options for homebuyers.
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Locals get active at the 57th Street Playground
Residents can choose from several nearby green spaces for fresh air and exercise. The 57th Street Playground offers a colorful playset and a baseball diamond where kids can burn off energy after school. For outdoor walks, many head to an unlikely spot: Allegheny Cemetery. This rustic, historic cemetery is one of the largest and oldest in the city, sits just south of the neighborhood and is full of paved walking trails.
Basketball Court at Fifty-Seventh Street Park is a place where residents usually play pick up.
Baseball Field at Fifty-Seventh Street Park is a wonderful place to catch a little league game.
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The Pittsburgh Public School District serves Upper Lawrenceville's kids
Area children often start school at Pittsburgh Sunnyside K-8, a public school within the Pittsburgh Public School District that serves pre-kindergarten through eighth grade and has a C-plus on Niche. From there, they move to University Prep at Margaret Milliones, a public high school in the same district. Milliones has a D-plus on Niche and serves about 329 students, with a student-teacher ratio of 9-to-1. It offers multiple classroom computer labs, four music labs, two gyms and a pool.
Pittsburgh Sunnyside PreK-8 is a public, neighborhood school.
The Neighborhood Academy teaches students in both middle and high school.
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Route 8 and Route 28 lead to downtown Pittsburgh
Route 8 is accessible from the neighborhood's northeast corner and connects to Route 28. From there, residents commute to downtown Pittsburgh, about six miles away. To go farther, Pittsburgh International Airport is about 30 miles away and offers flights throughout North America and Europe.
Welcome to the neighborhood of Upper Lawrenceville.
The Upper Lawrenceville neighborhood runs parallel with the Allegheny River.
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Upper Lawrenceville Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Upper Lawrenceville, Pittsburgh sell after 88 days on the market compared to the national average of 55 days. The median sale price for homes in Upper Lawrenceville, Pittsburgh over the last 12 months is $410,000, up 14% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
This intentional renovation combines tailored design with modern functionality across four fully realized levels. Upgraded comprehensively—with main levels and basement completed in 2018, a custom third-floor expansion added in 2021, and a brand-new roof installed in June 2026—the residence features updated electrical, gas, and primary HVAC systems throughout.The sun-lit first floor
Located in Lawrenceville, this three-story duplex operates as an active Airbnb property, transferred turnkey, fully furnished to the new owner. The one bedroom first-floor unit opens into a tiled foyer and a front-facing bedroom with double doors leading directly into the living room, which features high ceilings and built-in shelving. The kitchen includes exposed brick, laminate countertops, an
Welcome to 5318 Holmes Street, a newer construction home that combines modern finishes, abundant natural light, and a functional layout in one of Pittsburgh’s most desirable neighborhoods. Just a few blocks from Butler Street, you’ll enjoy easy access to neighborhood restaurants, coffee shops, and local favorites while coming home to a quieter residential street.Built in 2018, this
A higher standard of Lawrenceville living.Welcome to 5320 Holmes Street - a newer construction home that lets you experience Lawrenceville without giving up privacy.Set a few blocks from Butler Street, you are moments from the neighborhood’s restaurants, coffee shops, and local favorites - while your home remains calm, quiet, and removed from the noise of busier streets.Built
Welcome to this spacious 4-bedroom home tucked away on a desirable, quiet street in Upper Lawrenceville—just blocks from the energy of Butler Street. Offering four bedrooms, a full bath, and a generous footprint, this home is ready for its next owner to bring their vision and make it their own. With some thoughtful updates and renovations, there’s plenty of opportunity to create a space that
Welcome to 5543 Butler Street, where a complete top-to-bottom refresh has transformed this exceptional townhome in Lawrenceville's sought-after Mews on Butler community into a home that feels as fresh as the day it was built. Recently painted from top to bottom, including the walls, ceilings, doors, and trim, every space has been thoughtfully refreshed to create a bright, clean, move-in ready
A different kind of Pittsburgh city living. 5501 Butler Street is a contemporary Lawrenceville townhome offering a combination increasingly difficult to find in Pittsburgh: newer construction, approximately 2,000 square feet of living space, a two-car garage, private outdoor space, low-maintenance ownership, and exceptional connectivity to Downtown, the Strip District, Shadyside, and the East
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Discover the possibilities at this versatile Lawrenceville property, currently configured and enjoyed as a spacious single-family residence. Thoughtfully modified, the home features a fifth bedroom on the main level of one of the original units, along with a full bathroom, creating an open and functional single-family layout. Looking for investment potential or separate living arrangements? The
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Now Fully Vacant!!! Huge Development Opportunity in Lawrenceville! Must see! 3 Row Houses with Lots Behind- multiple uses for this investment. Each house is deeded separately and has a 100 ft deep lot back to Keystone. Various strategies here: 1. Dont subdivide the lots and create off street parking behind each Natrona house and/or build additions on each house, 2. Subdivide the lots and build 3
Attention Investors & Flippers: Ultimate Value-Add Opportunity! Bring your tape measure, your contractor, and your vision. This massive 4-bedroom, 2-full-bath residential property is completely gutted down to the studs and ready for its next chapter. Located in one of the city's hottest, fastest-growing, and most thriving neighborhoods, this is the perfect blank canvas to build massive equity.
NOW LEASING for immediate move-ins! Albion Lawrenceville's studio, 1- and 2-bedroom apartment community reveals layers of imaginative design and refreshing utility. Find amenity spaces you wouldn't think to expect and residences whose space, design and craftsmanship vie for the throne of “most hallmark quality.” Albion Lawrenceville twists luxury Pittsburgh apartments into a visually dynamic,
Introducing this attractively updated 2-bedroom, 1-bath home on Celadine St.We are pet-friendly! Your dogs and cats are welcome at 5609 Celadine Street.A contemporary feel awaits in this recently refreshed home. Modern amenities feature a new stove and oven, and a refrigerator. The upgraded kitchen includes desirable granite/quartz countertops and washer/dryer hookups. Stylish
Property Id: 1634731 Fully Renovated Home for Rent in Desirable Upper Lawrenceville Welcome to this beautifully renovated home in the highly sought-after Upper Lawrenceville neighborhood of Pittsburgh. This spacious 4-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom home offers approximately 2,141 square feet of beautifully updated living space, providing the perfect combination of comfort, style, and
Amazing location in the upper Lawrenceville )directly across from Pusadees Garden restaurant) and tastefully renovated propertyQuartz countertops, gas stove, stainless steel appliances flooring throughout, central heat, mini splits AC, modern ceramic tile shower, your own washer and dryer in the basement, plenty of storage space. Available on 9/1/26Rent is $1,645 (1 month security deposit
Newly renovated beautiful house in heart of Lawrenceville. New appliances installed . Washer dryer in the basement . Nice back yard . Very spacious. New flooring . Ready to move in !!
Welcome home to this beautifully updated and well-maintained two-bedroom, one-bath Rowhome conveniently located in Lawrenceville. With comfortable living spaces, plenty of natural light, and inviting outdoor areas, this home offers a great combination of character, functionality, and convenience.Step inside to a spacious living room featuring a large front window that fills the space with
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3 Bed/1 Bath Apartment near lively Butler St in Lawrenceville with many shops, bars, and restaurants.-Open concept layout-Samsung ss Appliances w/ DW -Central A/C + Fireplace-On-site washer/dryer Features new open-concept living and kitchen with ss Samsung energy-efficient appliances including dishwasher, great cabinet space and open shelves, statement light fixture
Looking for a charming row home tucked away on a quiet street in the heart of Lawrenceville with more space than you'd expect? Here it is.Full of character, this home features high ceilings, beautiful hardwood floors, pocket doors, and a decorative fireplace that fills the main living space with warmth and personality. The front living room flows effortlessly into the dining room through the
Available Now!This inviting fully furnished 1-bedroom, 1-bath apartment in Lawrenceville features an eat-in kitchen with modern, stylish countertops, a dishwasher, and microwave for added convenience. Abundant natural light creates a bright and welcoming atmosphere throughout, while direct access to the back patio provides a great outdoor space to relax and enjoy. Off street parking pad
Welcome to 5114 Natrona Way, a trendy, must-see pad in the heart of Lawrenceville! This 2 bedroom 2 bath home boasts exposed ceilings and industrial lighting, giving you that cool, contemporary vibe. The open layout flows effortlessly into a stylish kitchen, perfect for hosting. Need outdoor space? Step out onto your private back patio, ideal for morning coffee or evening hangs. And the cherry on
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Newly refreshed 3-bedroom, 1-bathroom single-family home in a prime Lawrenceville location. This spacious home features fresh paint, new fixtures, and updated finishes throughout.The first floor offers a large living room and dining area, along with a huge updated kitchen featuring new cabinets, stone countertops, stainless steel appliances, and a dishwasher. The full bathroom is also
This beautiful 3-bedroom apartment was recently renovated with a new floor. The living room is nice and sunny with a ceiling fan. The spacious eat-in kitchen has many large cabinets. You'll love the bathroom and the amazing tile work in the shower. The bedrooms have new carpeting and generous closet space. FEATURES: -Hardwood Floors, -Recently Remodeled Kitchen Including
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