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A walkable shopping district with historical charm
Shadyside is one of the East End’s most vibrant and retail-rich neighborhoods, showcasing three commercial districts, a lively event scene and ornate architecture. Local businesses thrive along corridors such as Walnut Street, where summer events draw visitors from all over the city. Pittsburgh’s history is preserved along storied streets like Roslyn Place, the city’s last remaining wood-paved block from the early 1900s. Schools, religious institutions and parks all sit within a few miles of each other, making Shadyside incredibly easy to traverse on foot.
“Even during work hours, just to be able to leave my office and just walk around the block is refreshing," says Tom Yargo, Associate Broker for Howard Hanna and manager of the firm’s local Shadyside office. After years of working in the area, Yargo emphasizes that Shadyside is “never boring,” attracting young college grads from nearby Carnegie Mellon, the University of Pittsburgh and Chatham University. The neighborhood is particularly popular with medical students and staff for its proximity to UPMC Shadyside Hospital, Yargo says. Just 5 miles from downtown Pittsburgh, Shadyside serves as a destination for foodies and shoppers alike while retaining a subtle suburban character.
Plenty of shopping strips in the town of Shadyside.
Residents walk in to Steel City in Shadyside.
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Shadyside is a dining destination
Shadyside’s reputation as a shopping and dining destination is well-deserved, with three distinct business districts located along Walnut Street, Ellsworth Avenue and South Highland Avenue. Here, national chains and locally owned boutiques sit side-by-side, intermixed with a world tour of restaurants, bars and coffee shops. High-end shoppers appreciate upscale options such as Lululemon and Banana Republic, while local buyers gravitate toward boutiques like Hey Betty and Pennsylvania Libations, a go-to for locally sourced wine, beer and spirits.
“I think it’s always been a neighborhood that attracts foodies,” Yargo says. “The advantage of having these great restaurants around is a real nice amenity. For me, it means being able to entertain family and clients.” Restaurants range from longstanding spots like Pamela’s Diner on Walnut to fine dining favorites like Casbah on South Highland to contemporary cafes such as Arriviste Coffee Roasters on Ellsworth. Nightlife thrives at gastropubs like Urban Tap, while pharmacies, salons and local businesses see more traffic during the day. And just across Lincoln Highway, Trader Joe’s, Target Grocery and a massive Whole Foods offer convenient produce options.
Meet up with friends at Noodlehead.
A group of teens pass by the Rolex store in Shadyside.
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Stately homes and chic condos
From ornate, Victorian-style homes to chic condos, Shadyside has a wealth of housing options for many different buyers and budgets. Apartments cater specifically to renters and recent college grads, while planned communities such as the Village of Shadyside offer a similar amenity-rich lifestyle for buyers. Because of the variations in size, style, age and renovation status, prices can differ greatly from property to property, with some condos selling for under $200,000 while massive homes can top a million. Average home values rest just under $600,000, significantly higher than the rest of Allegheny County.
Some houses in Shadyside have off street parking.
A townhouse is a common architectural style in Shadyside.
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Celebrating art and culture on Walnut Street
For more than 25 years, Shadyside has hosted the vibrant Art Festival on Walnut Street, celebrating local and national artists with an outdoor gallery. Summer also brings the annual Jam on Walnut event, a summer concert festival known to draw a crowd. “For the business owners, the chefs, the performers, it’s just a huge validation that their work is important,” Yargo says.
Beautiful murals in the town of Shadyside.
The Glassworks store in Shadyside is full of beautiful pieces to browse.
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Natural havens just minutes from downtown
At historic Mellon Park, visitors can step back in time to the Gilded Age while exploring the quaint walled garden, rose garden and paved pathways that meander around the Pittsburgh Center for the Arts. Just south of Carnegie Mellon University, spacious Schenley Park offers more than 400 acres of tree-shaded trails, playgrounds, sports fields, a golf course and a swimming pool, as well as access to the Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens. In winter, locals can gather for public skates and hockey games at Hunt Armory Seasonal Ice Rink, which also hosts community events organized by the NHL’s Pittsburgh Penguins.
Residents can enjoy outdoor eating at Schenley Plaza.
Mellon Park has free gardens with walking trails for locals to enjoy.
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Explore on foot or hop on the bus
Shadyside is an incredibly walkable and bikeable community with a healthy public transportation system, making it ideal for commuters. Pittsburgh Regional Transit lines can make the short 5-mile trip to downtown Pittsburgh in about half an hour via the East Busway. Street parking is metered and can be limited, but residents often opt for permit parking on side streets.
There is a public bus service available for residents in Shadyside.
Residents take a stroll through Shadyside in Pittsburgh.
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Walkable private schools
As part of Pittsburgh Public Schools, students living in Shadyside are zoned for Colfax K-8 and Allderdice High, which both maintain grades of B-plus on Niche. Many parents, however, choose to enroll their children in local and highly rated private schools, a few of which are within walking distance. The Ellis School scores an A-plus on Niche and welcomes girls from preschool through 12th grade. Winchester Thurston School, which also scores an A-plus, is a co-ed day school option that champions its City as Our Campus initiative, connecting students with local community leaders to learn about city planning and social improvement projects.
Intricate educational ecosystem: Get a glimpse at Colfax K-8.
Experience the dynamic learning environment that defines Pittsburgh Allderdice High School.
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On average, homes in Shadyside, PA sell after 7 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Shadyside, PA over the last 12 months is $1,285,000.
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