Since the turn of the 20th century, the Rosslyn Farms community has grown into a welcoming suburban enclave with forested charm and friendly faces. “You can just knock on the neighbor’s door and ask for a couple eggs or a garden tool, everyone is just so close and willing to help out,” says Ashley Blair-Lightholder, a local Realtor with Howard Hanna who has lived in the area for more than eight years and sold numerous homes in the community. “It’s a very walkable and active neighborhood. If people aren’t walking, they’re riding their bikes or pushing a stroller,” she says.
Founded in 1901, Rosslyn Farms has seen its fair share of generational growth while also welcoming new members to the community. “It’s the perfect blend. There are a lot of new families that have moved in, and then you have people that grew up here, left, and came back, and then they raised their kids here,” Blair-Lightholder says. With a central community center, engaging events and easy access to downtown Pittsburgh less than 10 miles away, Rosslyn Farms offers convenience while retaining a cozy historical vibe.
Rosslyn Farms homes can sit up on green hills overlooking Kings Highway.
The streets of Rosslyn Farms are quiet and a great place to take your best friend.
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Historical homes with storybook charm
Rosslyn Farms has a bit of a storybook quality to it, with historical homes ranging from traditional Tudor Revival-style to country cottages to spacious colonials. “It’s known for just the uniqueness and character of the homes,” Blair-Lightholder says, noting that the value of the neighborhood is higher than the median for the surrounding area due to its coveted nature. Manicured lawns and gardens are the norm here, and Blair-Lightholder says the Garden Club is always willing to lend a hand to spruce up a neighbor’s yard. Prices can range from under $400,000 for a home that needs a little TLC to more than $600,000 for a stately Tudor-style estate.
Rosslyn Farms is covered by huge oak trees that shade the yards of the area.
Homes in Rosslyn Farms sit on larger lots that are well manicured.
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Shaded playdates at Parrish Park
Named after the borough’s original developer, Parrish Park serves as the community’s main recreational space, shaded by tall pines and mature maple trees. The woodsy park includes a small playground, a generous number of picnic tables and plenty of open space for summer events. Down the hill, the Rosslyn Farms swimming pool helps locals stay cool in warm weather. In the center of the borough, the Rosslyn Farms Community Center offers additional recreation opportunities with a basketball court and an indoor gym. Walkers enjoy exploring the secluded path along the shores of nearby Chartiers Creek, while golfers can opt for a membership at Chartiers Country Club.
A couple gets their steps in on a beautiful day in Rosslyn Farms.
Parrish Park give the people of Rosslyn Farms a place to relax after a busy day.
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Shopping in Carnegie
Just south of the highway, the borough of Carnegie offers shopping, dining and entertainment options, along with access to essential services such as banks, pharmacies and religious institutions. Rosslyn Farms residents will find the closest grocers here, including ALDI and international offerings such as Rahma Grocery. Hip spots like Carnegie Coffee Company and Scoops line East Main Street, which is also home to worldly flavors at Kabob House and Riley’s Pour House, a traditional Irish pub with patio dining and live music on the weekends. Pottery and antique stores are mixed in with the city’s many galleries, and the true centerpiece of the borough is the Andrew Carnegie Free Library and Music Hall.
Rosslyn Farms residents cross over next door to Scoops In Carnegie for some ice cream.
Riley's Pour House in Carnegie is a popular spot in the area and Rosslyn Farms residents agree.
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A calendar full of community events
Community events are a regular occurrence in Rosslyn Farms, with the Community Club organizing gatherings such as family bingo and holiday events like an Easter brunch. “Fourth of July is the biggest holiday they celebrate there. It’s a whole day of festivities,” Blair-Lightholder says, noting how the day usually culminates with a big picnic in the park.
Kids study at Carlynton schools
As part of the Carlynton School District, students in Rosslyn Farms can attend Crafton Elementary, which maintains a B-minus on Niche, and Carlynton Junior-Senior High, which scores a C-plus. In high school, interested students can apply for programs at the Parkway West Career and Technology Center in addition to engaging STEM electives such as robotics and game animation. Parents also have the option to enroll their children at Evergreen Montessori, which has operated out of the Rosslyn Farms Community Center since 2021.
Carlynton Junior/Senior High School has a football field with a running track going around it.
Carlynton Junior/Senior High School is ranked 163rd within Pennsylvania.
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Convenient for commuters
Rosslyn Farms residents mostly rely on cars to get around, as the only public bus stop sits just outside the community on the West Busway. Interstate 376, also known as the Penn-Lincoln Parkway, offers easy routes to both downtown Pittsburgh and the Pittsburgh International Airport.
Just off of the parkway west you will find the Rosslyn Farms Borough.
Rosslyn Farms residents can catch the bus at the bottom of the hill at Bell Station in Carnegie.
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