Pittsburgh Real Estate
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Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania is the second largest city in the state. It is nestled between hills and the Allegheny River, Ohio River, and he Monongahela River. Just a visit to Pittsburgh is a breath-taking experience and living here among the beautiful countryside is a dream come true for many.
Pittsburgh offers a variety of economic opportunities, a low cost of living, cultural events, and excellent educational opportunities. Not only does Pittsburgh offer all of this but also it has been considered a Diamond in the Rough and was voted as the third least expensive city in which to live in the United States and the most livable city in the US.
Pittsburg offers four recognizable seasons with snow covered hills, fall foliage, spring flowers, and of course mild summers. Even though Pittsburgh is a large city, it has that country feel that so many desire when searching for the perfect place to raise a family. Just a short walk around town you will see quaint neighborhoods, local parks, unique architecture with a European style, and the cultural district that offers guests and visitors alike such entertainment as Grand symphony, Opera, Live Theatre, and Broadway productions. When it comes to education, the schools in Pittsburgh have been awarded the esteemed Blue ribbon for Excellence in Education in grades K-12.
When it comes to searching for a home in Pittsburgh you will enjoy visiting the various neighborhoods which include the downtown area known by the locals as the Golden Triangle, the north side, the south side or south hills, east end and west end.
The north side is home to several buildings constructed during the 19th century from brick or stone and decorated with woodwork, ceramic tile, slate roofs and stained glass. In this neighborhood, you will find the popular attractions like, Andy Warhol Museum, Heinz Field, PNC Park, Carnegie Science Center, National Aviary, Penn Brewery and Allegheny Observatory.
The south side has been predominately inexpensive homes but is growing in popular with such attractions as eateries, music venues, and exciting nightlife.
In the east end, you will find the University of Pittsburgh, Carnegie Mellon University, Carlow University, and Chatham College along with delightful neighborhoods such as Squirrel Hill and Shadyside.
The west end is home to Mt. Washington, where you can view the downtown area and all of its charm.
All of the neighborhoods in Pittsburgh offer all kinds of homes with tree-lined streets and a suburban atmosphere.
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