Why Live in Central Oakland
Central Oakland, located in Pittsburgh’s East End, is a vibrant neighborhood centered around the University of Pittsburgh and its iconic Cathedral of Learning. The area is also home to Carlow University and close to Carnegie Mellon University, contributing to its lively college-town atmosphere. The University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, a major employer, operates several hospitals and specialist facilities nearby, attracting healthcare professionals. Forbes and Fifth Avenue are bustling with students and workers, featuring a mix of apartment buildings, restaurants and nightlife spots. Popular dining options include Redhawk Coffee Roasters, Primanti Bros., Hemingway’s Cafe, Viva Los Tacos and The Porch. Schenley Plaza and Schenley Park offer green spaces for picnics, hiking, and various recreational activities, including Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens. The neighborhood is walkable, with easy access to Pittsburgh Regional Transit buses, and a new University Line project will further enhance public transportation by 2027. Central Oakland is within a mile of several UPMC hospitals and universities, and downtown Pittsburgh is just 3 miles away. Pittsburgh International Airport is a 20-mile drive. The Pittsburgh Public School District serves the area, with the highly rated Pittsburgh Allderdice High School offering an engineering magnet program.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Central Oakland a good place to live?
Central Oakland is a good place to live. Central Oakland is considered very walkable and very bikeable with great transit options. Central Oakland has 6 parks for recreational activities. It has a median age of 25. The average household income is $28,827 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 29.6% of residents. A majority of residents in Central Oakland are renters, with 93.9% of residents renting and 6.1% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Central Oakland can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Central Oakland neighborhood guide.
Is Central Oakland, PA a safe neighborhood?
Central Oakland, PA is less safe than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 5 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Central Oakland?
The median home price in Central Oakland is $650,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $130,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.37%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $3,240 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $139K a year to afford the median home price in Central Oakland. Learn how much home you can afford with our
Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in Central Oakland is $29K.
What are the best public schools in Central Oakland?
The best public schools that serve Central Oakland are:
What are the best private schools in Central Oakland?
The best private schools that serve Central Oakland are:
- Community Day School has an A+ Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 5:1 and an average review score of 5.0.
- St. Edmund's Academy has an A+ Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 7:1 and an average review score of 4.9.
- Winchester Thurston School has an A+ Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 7:1 and an average review score of 4.1.
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Home Trends in Central Oakland, PA
On average, homes in Central Oakland, Pittsburgh sell after 74 days on the market compared to the national average of 58 days. The median sale price for homes in Central Oakland, Pittsburgh over the last 12 months is $525,000, down 9% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$525,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$525,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$685,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$325
Number of Homes for Sale
2
Last 12 months Home Sales
5
Median List Price
$650,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
12%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-9%
