Swissvale, PA

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Population
8,197
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
1,033 ft
USGS GNIS community points and 3DEP elevation · GNIS 2026-07-06; USGS 3DEP sampled 2026-07-23
Median Home Value
$147,000
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$1,136/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$60,341
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
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Swissvale is an easygoing borough located about twenty minutes east of downtown Pittsburgh, sharing borders with Regent Square and Edgewood. Known for its strong working-class roots and classic industrial-era architecture, the area features quiet, tree-lined streets lined with brick single-family homes, duplexes, and welcoming front porches. Its location right on the edge of the city's East End gives residents fast access to the walking trails at Frick Park and the lively shops nearby, making it an appealing option for homebuyers and renters looking for solid value close to the city.

Getting around from Swissvale is convenient, whether you take Interstate 376 or hop on the East Busway for a direct transit ride into Oakland and Downtown. Day-to-day living is anchored by a friendly community feel, complete with local green spaces, a popular seasonal farmers market, and neighborhood businesses along the main avenues. The borough is served by the Woodland Hills School District, offering a grounded lifestyle with simple connectivity to everything happening across the Pittsburgh area.

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