Why Live in Allentown
Allentown, a neighborhood in Pittsburgh, is perched atop a hill with views of the Monongahela River and proximity to Mount Washington, Southside, and Downtown. This Hilltop area is known for its growing shopping district and bi-annual Night Market. The architectural landscape is diverse, featuring Dutch Colonial Revival, Tudor Revival, and American Foursquare homes, with new builds emerging around Grandview Park. Allentown's business district, centered on E. Warrington Avenue, has seen significant reinvestment since 2014, now hosting local shops and eateries like The Weeping Glass and Alla Famiglia. For daily needs, residents can visit the local Dollar General or travel less than 2 miles to Giant Eagle Supermarket or ALDI. The neighborhood is also just over 2 miles from Market Square, a bustling downtown marketplace. Allentown's Night Market showcases over 100 artisans, performers, and vendors each summer and fall. Nearby, the 257-acre Emerald View Park offers scenic views, sports courts, playgrounds, hiking trails, and a dog park. Grandview Park, adjacent to Emerald View, hosts events like yoga and movie nights. Knoxville Incline Overlook Park, less than 1 mile away, features scenic trails connecting Hilltop neighborhoods. Transportation options include the Liberty Bridge, 1.4 miles away, connecting to Interstate 579, and nearby Pennsylvania Routes 51 and 837. Public transit is accessible via Pittsburgh Regional Transit's light rail and Allegheny County Port Authority buses, with stops along Beltzhoover, Arlington, and E. Warrington Avenues. Pittsburgh International Airport is just over 18 miles northwest.
Home Trends in Allentown, PA
On average, homes in Allentown, Pittsburgh sell after 61 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Allentown, Pittsburgh over the last 12 months is $70,250, down 12% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$70,250
Median Single Family Sale Price
$120,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$230,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$84
Number of Homes for Sale
9
Last 12 months Home Sales
14
Median List Price
$169,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
5%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-12%
