The West End neighborhoods of Pittsburgh don’t get a lot of notice in the media, but they are still quite interesting and give those looking at housing some options less infected by the price inflation that plagues many East End neighborhoods.
What city has the biggest share of large houses owned by empty-nester Baby Boomers? If you guessed Pittsburgh, you are correct. But fear not, there are still some good ones on the market.
Mt. Oliver is one of those city neighborhoods that’s cheap for a reason — it’s been a long time since more people have moved in than moved out (or got old and died). But you also don’t even have to squint to find a bright side here.
Squirrel Hill is about as good as it gets for Pittsburgh-style urbanism, and even Mister Rogers bought in to its friendly, walkable neighborliness. Here are a few homes for sale and for rent to check out in Squirrel Hill.