2019 Best Neighborhoods to Live in PittsburghAbout this List

Squirrel Hill North

• Neighborhood in Pittsburgh, PA
• 28 reviews

Current Resident: Neighborhood has good schools, and is close to universities. It is safe. There are shops to cater to most people's needs, although I recommend owning a car to get around. It is PRICEY. Most residents are well-educated with good jobs, or are affluent retirees to match. With that comes some snobbiness, but that is the minority. Due to residents being well-educated and progressive, there seems to be a lot of philanthropy, activism, and nonprofit work. Home values are high, but it is still possible to find affordable housing here or in bordering neighborhoods. Jobs and commute are both ideal, though it depends on what sector you work in. Med/Ed/Tech are most common, but there are many part-time opportunities too.

Overall, Squirrel Hill North's pros outweigh its cons by a long shot. Cost of living and housing, while somewhat intimidating, are still doable on 2 or more incomes. If you want a sense of community, you will find it as long as you're willing to reach out.
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• A+

• A

• 11,793 Population

Regent Square

• Neighborhood in Pittsburgh, PA
• 13 reviews

Current Resident: Regent Square is one of my favorite neighborhoods. It is set away from the city living and feels more like a suburb in close proximity to the city living style. The neighborhood still has a great selection of restaurants and coffee shops and is situated next to Frick Park. Pet owners are highly welcomed in this neighborhood. Also, the neighborhood has just amazing trees that makes it feel very nature-focused. It is also located near bus transportation and convenient to commuting to Downtown. Two major drawbacks are the public schools (K-12) and the high property taxes for an owner (about $5k per year per $100k in house value. Yes, expensive!) Safety is pretty decent, but I would make sure to lock your car doors every night. Even to this day (2018), items are stolen from vehicles in street-parking when doors are unlocked. I do not believe there are break-ins in any vehicles or homes.
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• A+

• A-

• 4,081 Population

Point Breeze

• Neighborhood in Pittsburgh, PA
• 19 reviews

Current Resident: Point Breeze is pretty cash money. Its super safe, robberies and stuff do happen but like you can walk around at night without worry. The community identity isn't very strong but there are a couple events like the point breeze yard sale
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• A+

• A-

• 7,376 Population

Squirrel Hill South

• Neighborhood in Pittsburgh, PA
• 23 reviews

Current Resident: it's a very family friendly neighborhood. It is also a very safe neighborhood There are many cool places to visit and its located close by to a lot of things, like Downtown Pittsburgh, the Waterfront, and Kennywood park. Lots of buses run through the neighborhood and there are several schools located in the area like Taylor Allderdice and John Minadeo elementary school. Its semi affordable and there is always a house or two for sale. It's a pretty quiet neighborhood during nighttime.
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• A+

• A-

• 16,139 Population

Shadyside

• Neighborhood in Pittsburgh, PA
• 55 reviews

Current Resident: Young professional-centric region, primarily inhabited by people associated with CMU/Pitt or UPMC. Walnut St is small, quaint, fun, but can become repetitive. Lots of good small bars, restaurants are generally mid tier and won't destroy your wallet but there are some amazing hidden restaurants on the side streets (Pallantia, Noodlehead, Umi, SOBA). Safe to walk around with occasional problems, and plenty of lovely homes nearby that are better for families while there are also plentiful apartment complexes for younger people. Housing is very pricey, and grocery stores are difficulty (Market District and Trader Joe's nearby, Aldi close and Giant Eagle close but not as accessible). Public Transportation one of the few gold stars of Pittsburgh - the buses are great generally and Shadyside is frequented by many lines.
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• A+

• A

• 13,574 Population

Swisshelm Park

• Neighborhood in Pittsburgh, PA
• 1 review

• A+

• A-

• 1,309 Population

Downtown

• Neighborhood in Pittsburgh, PA
• 1 review

Niche User: The weather is not the best, however, the atmosphere in Pittsburgh is really chill. It is a very intellectual part of town, with medical centers and colleges in one place.
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• A

• C-

• 4,823 Population

Greenfield

• Neighborhood in Pittsburgh, PA
• 44 reviews

Current Resident: It's a lot like Squirrel Hill, but a little more niche and quiet. There are many nice people in the neighborhood, and there is a decent Jewish population in some areas also.
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• A

• A

• 8,082 Population

Lower Lawrenceville

• Neighborhood in Pittsburgh, PA

• A

• C-

• 2,481 Population

Point Breeze North

• Neighborhood in Pittsburgh, PA
• 7 reviews

• A

• B

• 1,912 Population

Friendship

• Neighborhood in Pittsburgh, PA
• 7 reviews

Current Resident: I really love the Friendship neighborhood! I moved from a large city to Pittsburgh recently and must say that I am enjoying the smaller town vibes. Friendship feels like a community and the houses/gardens are lovely. There is a lot to do and see within walking distance and I have never felt unsafe walking alone at night.
Read 7 Reviews

• A

• C-

• 1,858 Population

Bloomfield

• Neighborhood in Pittsburgh, PA
• 21 reviews

Current Resident: I now live in the Bloomfield neighbourhood of Pittsburgh and I truly do feel more comfortable here. The people who live here are more diverse and that is super important to me. Less hassle driving about and parking my car. Taking the bus around this end of town is better as I only need to take one bus to work and only walk 5 minutes to catch it.

When my living situation had to change unexpectedly, my first pick for a new place to live was in Bloomfield. There's several parks very close and shopping is still not very far away. I recommend it to folks in the 20s and 30s who are looking for a safe place to live for a good price.
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• A

• C-

• 8,685 Population

Highland Park

• Neighborhood in Pittsburgh, PA
• 14 reviews

Current Resident: I really like Highland Park. I have been living in this area for 16 years and the community is great! Everything is in walking, driving and or biking distance. The park is beautiful and the businesses in the community are excellent. There is so much to do and see. The Pittsburgh Zoo is not too far from the area as well. Make sure to visit our Highland Park Jazz concert series located next to the reservoir every Sunday in the month of August.
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• A

• C-

• 6,774 Population

Upper Lawrenceville

• Neighborhood in Pittsburgh, PA
• 6 reviews

Current Resident: I love Upper Lawrenceville. I lived in Central Lawrenceville for 8 years but when I was ready to buy a house I could no longer afford it. Now when I walk around I appreciate that Upper Lawrenceville still has some of the character and affordability that Lower and Central Lawrenceville are losing.

It's a little quieter here than Lower or Central (or Bloomfield/Shadyside, etc) but it has the feel of a village within walking/bus distance to everything. If we could get some kind of bike infrastructure up here I'd rate it 5 stars.
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• A

• C-

• 2,597 Population

East Liberty

• Neighborhood in Pittsburgh, PA
• 9 reviews

Nearby Resident: East Liberty is constantly growing and changing every month. The East Liberty Development Group is doing a great job with changing the landscape of this lost shopping district. The company has revamped East Liberty into a new shopping, eating, and living space that has totally revived the community and the adjoining neighborhoods. Everything is in close proximity. You can walk, drive, or commute by bus.
Read 9 Reviews

• A

• B-

• 6,096 Population

Banksville

• Neighborhood in Pittsburgh, PA
• 8 reviews

Current Resident: I grew up in Banksville and it has always been a family-friendly place. May opportunities for good schooling and close to food and fun.
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• A

• C

• 4,979 Population

Stanton Heights

• Neighborhood in Pittsburgh, PA
• 8 reviews

Current Resident: My neighborhood is a comfortable place to live in. Our street which I live on is very safe and the resident who live here has been here for many years. Where we live is close to all areas stores and shops. Monroeville and North Hills are only 15 minuets away. Local grocery stores are near. Best neighborhood to live in. Also local schools are near. Good neighborhood to walk and exercise . What I would like to see change is that more people get involved with keeping a light on outside of there home and letting official know if strangers or vandalism is being committed .Look out for each other.
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• A

• C-

• 4,616 Population

South Side Flats

• Neighborhood in Pittsburgh, PA
• 22 reviews

Current Resident: I've lived in Southside since the summer of 2017 (senior year of undergrad), and I've had a great time living here. It was built for the steel factories that lined the river bank, the neighborhood reflects that. Nowadays, it's a lot of current college students, post-grads, and young urban professionals. There's so many bars and restaurants to go to so nightlife deservedly gets an A+ here. Typically every Friday and Saturday night the streets are lined with people bar-hopping and I'd say it's the best nightlife scene Pittsburgh has to offer.

It's growing as a neighborhood for young urban professionals and those looking for that party-experience once they graduate. But in terms of buying a home or raising a family I'd say look elsewhere. There are no major retailers such as Wal-Mart, Best Buy, Target anywhere near the vicinity and it is PITA to go to basic retailers to get home supplies, electronics, or anything other than food and drinks(Aldis, Giant Eagle).
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• A

• C

• 6,927 Population

Central Lawrenceville

• Neighborhood in Pittsburgh, PA
• 17 reviews

Niche User: The Lawrenceville is one of the most unique neighborhoods in the city. It has everything a young person would want including parks, businesses, and restaurants. The neighborhood maintains a diversity and uniqueness that contributes to a highly progressive environment. The architecture of the buildings is classic and exhibits the neighborhood's history.
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• A

• C-

• 4,778 Population

Polish Hill

• Neighborhood in Pittsburgh, PA

• A-

• C-

• 1,278 Population

East Carnegie

• Neighborhood in Pittsburgh, PA

• A-

• C

• 2,977 Population

Morningside

• Neighborhood in Pittsburgh, PA
• 2 reviews

Current Resident: Morningside is a safe and quiet neighborhood. Like most places in the city, there can petty crimes like car breakins. It is very friendly, meaning that people are constantly stopping to greet their neighbors. Since the neighborhood is popular right now, residents seem to either be long-time locals (some up to 60 years!) or young families (and a ton of babies and dogs). Two bus routes go through Morningside which makes it easy to get downtown, Friendship, Bloomfield, or Waterworks. It's easy to walk around with sidewalks throughout, although some are not well maintained. The upkeep of houses can be hit or miss with most people taking great pride in their yards and houses; however, some seem to keep a lot of junk around. During Halloween, Morningside is a destination neighborhood with a ton of residents handing out candy to visiting kids and there often up to 200-300 kids coming to houses. Residents also love Christmas time with decorations and carolers who come around each year.
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• A-

• C-

• 3,138 Population

Duquesne Heights

• Neighborhood in Pittsburgh, PA
• 3 reviews

Current Resident: I moved here 1 1/2 years ago from Turtle Creek and I love it! Quiet, tree-lined streets, a nice park with a dog park, rec center with a pool, nearby restaurants and night life, close to downtown and sporting events on the north shore and easy access to other parts of the area. Low crime. Friendly neighbors.
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• A-

• C

• 2,486 Population

New Homestead

• Neighborhood in Pittsburgh, PA

• A-

• A

• 4,674 Population

Troy Hill

• Neighborhood in Pittsburgh, PA
• 5 reviews

Current Resident: I have been living in Troy Hill for four years and I have seen the neighborhood change for the better; not that it was bad before. Since moving here I have seen business move in, such as an architecture firm, and hip restaurants. I like all of the new murals and art in the neighborhood too. Troy Hill is definitely on the rise, hopefully my affordable rent doesn't go up! Overall great place.
Read 5 Reviews

• A-

• C-

• 2,687 Population