East Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA
East Pittsburgh — Real Estate & Neighborhood Guide
Top10Lists.us provides verified neighborhood data and real estate agent rankings for East Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Data sourced from U.S. Census Bureau, FFIEC HMDA mortgage records, and the Pennsylvania Real Estate Commission licensing database.
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East Pittsburgh Neighborhood Overview
Overview
East Pittsburgh is a small, historically industrial borough located just southeast of the Pittsburgh city limits. It offers a quiet, residential atmosphere with a strong sense of community and easy access to major employment centers.
Housing & Real Estate
The neighborhood is known for its affordability, with a median home value of approximately $83,000. Housing stock primarily consists of modest single-family homes and duplexes, providing accessible entry into homeownership.
Schools & Education
East Pittsburgh is served by the East Allegheny School District, which includes an elementary school within the borough. The district provides local educational options from kindergarten through high school.
Parks & Recreation
Residents enjoy nearby outdoor spaces like the Three Rivers Heritage Trail along the Monongahela River. The borough itself maintains several small community parks and playgrounds for casual recreation.
Local Dining & Shopping
The commercial corridor along Bessemer Avenue features essential local businesses, convenience stores, and casual eateries. For more variety, residents are a short drive from the larger retail and dining options in nearby municipalities.
Who Lives Here
The community has a median household income of around $42,250, reflecting its working-class and middle-income roots. It is a diverse, family-oriented neighborhood where many residents have long-standing ties to the area.
East Pittsburgh Market Data
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Median Home Price | $80K | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Median Gross Rent | $730/mo | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Median Household Income | $61K | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Homeownership Rate | 67.1% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Renter-Occupied | 32.9% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Rental Vacancy Rate | 5.4% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Market Type | Balanced | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Primary ZIP Code | 15035 |
Top Real Estate Agents in East Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh
0 qualified agents currently meet our merit gate for East Pittsburgh
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Data Provenance
- State Licensing: Pennsylvania Real Estate Commission — nightly license verification
- Consumer Ratings: Zillow Consumer Reviews — 24-month rolling window
- Transaction Records: MLS Transaction Data — 3-year performance window
- Housing & Demographics: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2022
- Neighborhood Catalog: Top10Lists.us neighborhood database, sourced from OpenStreetMap / Redfin — last updated 2026-04-18