Down the Monongahela River, southeast of Pittsburgh, West Mifflin is an Allegheny County borough home to one of the country’s oldest amusement parks. Of course, life in West Mifflin isn’t structured around fun and games — it’s just ideally situated to enjoy them. “A lot of people who live in West Mifflin were born and raised there,” says Kim Stotlemyer, a local Realtor with Coldwell Banker Realty. “It’s a really quiet, friendly, tight-knit community. Once you’re in, you stay, or you come back at some point. I just sold a home to someone who bought back their childhood home.”
Welcome to the quiet community of West Mifflin, located just 21 minutes from Pittsburgh, PA.
West Mifflin is a historical, charming and quiet community near Pittsburgh, PA.
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Midcentury and classic American architecture
Most homes in West Mifflin were initially built in either 1940s, ‘50s, ‘60s or ‘70s. These decades brought classic American architectural styles — Cape Cods and American Foursquares — to the borough. The vinyl-sided simplicity of Minimal Traditional architecture and brick-faced Colonial Revivals are also popular designs, while raised ranch-style homes and bungalows are staple builds. By the river, on the community’s east side, residential space is more densely populated, so homes sit closer together on smaller lots. Lots get larger on the west side, allowing for bigger yards. Overall, the borough's median lot size is just under a fifth of an acre. “You can get a nice house for your money in that area,” Stotlemyer says. “The average price is $200,000 to $250,000, compared to the $400,000 to $500,000 price range in downtown Pittsburgh or Lawrenceville.” List prices range between $65,000 and $358,000.
Traditional brick homes are a common sight in the West Mifflin neighborhood.
Large, well-maintained front yards are typical in the West Mifflin neighborhood.
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West Mifflin Park and outdoor space
There are a couple of green and recreation spaces found in and around West Mifflin. West Mifflin Park includes the Ryan Hacke Memorial Playground and a picnic pavilion that can be reserved for events. Four-legged friends can burn energy playing with other pups at the West Mifflin Dog Park. And local golfers can join Westwood Golf Club. This 18-hole public golf course includes a restaurant and banquet facility with catering services.
Spend time in the gazebo at Ryan Hacke Memorial Playground.
Play 18 holes at Westwood Golf Club in West Mifflin.
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Extracurricular activities at West Mifflin Area High
Students living in West Mifflin attend the West Mifflin Area School District schools. Those on the west side of the neighborhood can get their academic start at Clara Barton Elementary, rated with a B-minus on Niche. On the east side, they can start at Homeville Elementary, rated with a C on Niche. They can then move on to West Mifflin Area Middle, rated with a C on Niche, before graduating from West Mifflin Area High. Rated with a B-minus on Niche, this high school has various clubs and organizations students can enrich their school days with. These extracurriculars range from the drone/robotics club, in which students build drones, participate in competitions and study to obtain a Remote Pilot Certificate from the FAA to the outdoors club, which whisks students away on fishing trips to scenic lakes, rivers, streams and ponds in the fall and spring.
Welcome to West Mifflin Area High School home of the Titans.
Find your tribe at West Mifflin Area Middle School.
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National Historic Landmark: Kennywood
Overlooking the Monongahela River, West Mifflin's Kennywood was designated a National Historic Landmark in 1987. This amusement park includes attractions ranging from 1920s wooden coasters to thrilling modern rides. In 2019, it became the first theme park to collaborate with a professional sports franchise when it developed Steelers Country, a favorite of those donning black and gold. Kennywood is also home to the record-breaking Steel Curtain, Pennsylvania's tallest rollercoaster.
Kennywood Park, as seen from a walking trail, is sure to get visitors adrenaline pumping!
Kennywood Park has been offering West Mifflin residents modern thrills since 1898.
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Allegheny County Airport and downtown Pittsburgh
Allegheny County Airport is just 5 miles from the heart of West Mifflin. As for shorter trips, downtown Pittsburgh is about 11 miles northwest. Additionally, Pittsburgh Regional Transit bus stops can be found along some main roads, such as Lebanon Church Road and Buttermilk Hollow Road. “It’s convenient for getting on Interstate 376, getting to downtown and to the Waterfront, which is a big shopping and entertainment complex,” Stotlemyer says. “There are a lot of great things nearby.”
Large single-family homes with large front and backyards are typical in West Mifflin.
PRT bus stops are all through West Mifflin.
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Shopping on Clairton Boulevard
Shopping around West Mifflin is a breeze. On the west side of the borough, Clairton Boulevard connects folks to Southland Shopping Center, Century Plaza III and other commercial strips. So, stores like The Home Depot, Giant Eagle, Marshalls, PetSmart, Fresh Thyme Market and Walmart are easily within reach.
As for good eats, Jim’s Famous Sauce, a walk-up and drive-through restaurant, has been serving up hot dogs since 1927. Mulligan’s Sports Bar and Grill is another popular spot, featuring a menu of tried-and-true bar food, good beer and drink specials.
Century III Plaza has stores for everyone in the West Mifflin area.
Meet the friendliest people around at A Hermit's Dwelling in West Mifflin.
On average, homes in West Mifflin, PA sell after 66 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in West Mifflin, PA over the last 12 months is $173,000, up 5% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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