Why Live in Windgap
Windgap, a neighborhood in Pittsburgh’s West End, is a quiet residential area featuring a mix of classic prewar houses, midcentury raised ranches, Minimal Traditional homes and classic colonials. The area is served by the Pittsburgh Public School District, with options for specialized academic magnet programs. Local amenities include the Crafton-Ingram Shopping Center, less than 2 miles away, which has dining options like Hanlon’s Cafe and Pizza Palermo. Retail anchors include Busy Beaver and Giant Eagle. Chartiers Park, the neighborhood's central green space, was renovated in 2023 and features a new playground, splash park, baseball diamond and multi-use sports field. Sheraden Park, located less than 2 miles away, offers additional recreational opportunities with plans for updated hiking trails and athletic amenities. The neighborhood is known for its stability and community connections, particularly around Chartiers Park, which serves as a hub for local events and youth sports. Windgap is about 5 miles from downtown Pittsburgh, making it convenient for commuters via Pittsburgh Regional Transit bus routes or by car. Allegheny General Hospital is also around 5 miles from home.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Windgap a good place to live?
Windgap is a good place to live. Windgap is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable with some transit options. Windgap is a suburban neighborhood with a crime score of 4, on par with the average neighborhood in the U.S. Windgap has 6 parks for recreational activities. It is fairly sparse in population with 4.9 people per acre and a median age of 45. The average household income is $63,567 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 30.4% of residents. A majority of residents in Windgap are home owners, with 21.5% of residents renting and 78.5% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Windgap can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Windgap neighborhood guide.
Is Windgap, PA a safe neighborhood?
Windgap, PA is a safe neighborhood and is on par with the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 4 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Windgap?
The median home price in Windgap is $175,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $35,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.31%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $870 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $37K a year to afford the median home price in Windgap. Learn how much home you can afford with our
Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in Windgap is $64K.
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Home Trends in Windgap, PA
On average, homes in Windgap, Pittsburgh sell after 50 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Windgap, Pittsburgh over the last 12 months is $171,500, up 17% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$171,500
Median Single Family Sale Price
$182,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$125,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$139
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Last 12 months Home Sales
10
Median List Price
$175,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
17%
