Best Areas to Live in Pittsburgh
Find your perfect neighborhood based on lifestyle, budget, and priorities. Rankings for families, professionals, students, and more.
Top Rated Neighborhoods
Our top picks based on quality of life, amenities, schools, and community
Mt. Lebanon
Premier suburban community with excellent schools, safe neighborhoods, and vibrant downtown. Perfect for families seeking quality education and community.
Shadyside
Upscale neighborhood with high-end shopping, fine dining, and beautiful historic homes. Ideal for young professionals and established residents.
Squirrel Hill
Diverse, walkable neighborhood with excellent schools and strong community. Close to Frick Park and vibrant business district.
Oakland
Vibrant university district home to CMU and Pitt. Affordable housing, world-class museums, and student-friendly atmosphere.
Lawrenceville
Trendy arts district with galleries, breweries, and creative community. Great for young professionals and artists.
Downtown
Urban living in the heart of Pittsburgh. Extremely walkable with cultural attractions, dining, and business district access.
Best for Families
Neighborhoods with excellent schools, safe streets, and family-friendly amenities
Mt. Lebanon
Premier suburban community with excellent schools, safe neighborhoods, and vibrant downtown. Perfect for families seeking quality education and community.
- • Top-rated school district
- • Very safe
- • Strong community
- • Higher cost of living
- • Car-dependent
- • Limited nightlife
Squirrel Hill
Diverse, walkable neighborhood with excellent schools and strong community. Close to Frick Park and vibrant business district.
- • Very walkable
- • Diverse community
- • Good schools
- • Moderate cost
- • Limited parking
- • Busy main streets
Best for Young Professionals
Vibrant neighborhoods with great nightlife, dining, and career opportunities
Shadyside
Upscale neighborhood with high-end shopping, fine dining, and beautiful historic homes. Ideal for young professionals and established residents.
- • Excellent walkability
- • Great restaurants
- • Upscale amenities
- • Expensive
- • Limited parking
- • Busy streets
Lawrenceville
Trendy arts district with galleries, breweries, and creative community. Great for young professionals and artists.
- • Vibrant arts scene
- • Great restaurants
- • Historic charm
- • Gentrifying
- • Limited parking
- • Noisy at night
Downtown
Urban living in the heart of Pittsburgh. Extremely walkable with cultural attractions, dining, and business district access.
- • Extremely walkable
- • Cultural attractions
- • Business district
- • Expensive
- • Limited family amenities
- • Busy
Best for Students
Affordable neighborhoods close to universities with student-friendly amenities
Oakland
Vibrant university district home to CMU and Pitt. Affordable housing, world-class museums, and student-friendly atmosphere.
- • Very affordable
- • Great walkability
- • University resources
- • Noisy
- • Limited parking
- • Student-heavy population
Top Pittsburgh Neighborhoods
Mt. Lebanon
Premier suburban community with excellent schools, safe neighborhoods, and vibrant downtow...
Shadyside
Upscale neighborhood with high-end shopping, fine dining, and beautiful historic homes. Id...
Squirrel Hill
Diverse, walkable neighborhood with excellent schools and strong community. Close to Frick...
Oakland
Vibrant university district home to CMU and Pitt. Affordable housing, world-class museums,...
Lawrenceville
Trendy arts district with galleries, breweries, and creative community. Great for young pr...
Downtown
Urban living in the heart of Pittsburgh. Extremely walkable with cultural attractions, din...