Located in Allegheny County
Characterized by The Stacks, a landmark in the historic Steel Valley, West Homestead is a borough just south of Pittsburgh city limits, right across the Monongahela River from Hazelwood. Split between residential and commercial properties, folks here benefit from quiet suburban streets and easy access to shopping, dining and outdoor recreation.
The median year built for properties in West Homestead is 1930, so homebuyers can find residences built as early as 1899 and as late as the tail-end of the 1970s. Century-old Victorians and American Foursquares are primarily found on the borough’s northwest side, closer to the commercial areas on smaller lots. Multifamily properties are more popular as well on that end, often comprising large, boxy brick-faced buildings that have been divided up into units. The borough’s southeast side, branching off Fieldstone Drive, is home to midcentury charm that echoes through raised ranch-style homes, Colonial Revivals and bungalows. Driveways are also standard on this end of West Homestead. Overall list prices range from $37,000 to $263,000. “In general, in Pittsburgh, you got higher price neighborhoods,” says Kim Stotlemyer, a local Realtor with Coldwell Banker Realty. “Like average sales for single-family are around $200,000 to $250,000. Over here, just outside the city, you could be paying half as much and still get a very nice home.”
West Homestead is served by the Steel Valley School District, so local students can take their first step on their academic journey close to home at Barrett Elementary, rated with a C-plus on Niche. From there, they can attend Steel Valley Middle, also rated with a C-plus, before graduating from Steel Valley High, which has a B-minus rating on Niche. The high school has clubs students can enrich their school days with, ranging from marching band to world language club. Athletics are aplenty as well, including football, swimming, bowling, wrestling, golf and cross country.
In the summertime, Sandcastle Water Park is the place to be, and the view of the Monongahela River from the top of one of its tube slides is one of the best in the neighborhood. Folks can swim in the wave pool, dive into swimming pools or just float down the lazy river. West Homestead also features Calhoun Park, a year-round green space with picnic tables, swings and a ball field. Additionally, there are avenues for hiking and biking around the neighborhood. “The Great Allegheny Passage runs through West Homestead, Homestead and Munhall,” Stotlemyer says. “It’s part of a route that runs between Pittsburgh and Washington D.C., I think. It’s popular for hikers and bikers.” The Great Allegheny Passage is a 150-mile trail that runs from Pittsburgh, PA, to Cumberland, MD, where the adjoining C&O Canal Towpath allows bicyclists to extend their ride to D.C.
The Waterfront is a large outdoor shopping complex on the Monongahela River with well-known retailers like LOFT, Bath & Bodyworks, Carhartt and Burlington. Delectable eateries dapple this mall, including Fudge Farm, a small shop with a menu of sweets and cold treats. A Pittsburgh area chain, Burgatory, has a location at the Waterfront as well. This spot is a popular lunch and dinner hub thanks to its custom-creation menu, which lets folks build their dream burgers. Local moviegoers flock to the AMC Waterfront 22 for the latest flicks. Of course, shopping around the Waterfront isn’t just for leisure; Target and Giant Eagle Supermarket have locations around it, making the area convenient for running errands.
It’s less than a 10-mile commute from West Homestead to downtown Pittsburgh and a little more than 5 miles to the nearest airport, Allegheny County Airport. Access to Interstate 376 is about 4 miles due north, but there are numerous ways of getting downtown. Folks can easily avoid the highway during rush hour. As for carless commutes, PRT bus stops sit along Main Street.
Interested in learning more about homes in this area? Reach out to , an experienced agent in this area.
Dan Haeck
COLDWELL BANKER REALTY
(412) 912-2546
496 Total Sales
1 in West Homestead
$169,900 Price
Lori Bost
HOWARD HANNA REAL ESTATE SERVICES
(412) 968-8863
130 Total Sales
3 in West Homestead
$120K - $190K Price Range
John Marzullo
COMPASS PENNSYLVANIA, LLC
(724) 952-3574
1,057 Total Sales
2 in West Homestead
$97K - $180K Price Range
Michele Belice
HOWARD HANNA REAL ESTATE SERVICES
(412) 743-9816
324 Total Sales
1 in West Homestead
$195,000 Price
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Heather Kaczorowski
PIATT SOTHEBY'S INTERNATIONAL REALTY
(412) 960-8443
428 Total Sales
1 in West Homestead
$220,000 Price
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Sue Ellen McShane
MCSHANE REAL ESTATE
(412) 900-8847
2 Total Sales
1 in West Homestead
$135,000 Price
On average, homes in West Homestead, PA sell after 142 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in West Homestead, PA over the last 12 months is $138,000, up 1% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
$45,500
Calling all investors! This two-bed, one-bath is bursting with potential for your next project. NEW roof, gutters, and downspouts! Put in the cosmetic work and minor mechanical updates, and be rent-ready in no time.
Tina Nobers JANUS REALTY ADVISORS
$55,000
Great opportunity to make this large 3 bedroom+, 1 bath, 2,169 square foot home your own. Features include a covered front porch, detached garage, and finished third floor. This property is being sold as is and will require full renovation.
Pamela Bubenheim DUCK HOLLOW REALTY LLC
$37,000
This 3 bedroom, 1 bath, 1,398 square foot home is being sold as is. The property features a fenced-in yard and covered front porch. This property will need a full renovation.
Pamela Bubenheim DUCK HOLLOW REALTY LLC
$800 per month
This two-bedroom, one-bath apartment is ideally located just minutes from major highways and public transportation, making it perfect for commuters and locals. It offers easy access to industrial areas, cultural attractions, recreation, and shopping. Budget friendly with lower utility costs; the tenant pays gas and electric. Rear deck with access to parking. No laundry. Minimum 1-year lease.
