Betsy Wotherspoon
BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY THE PREFERRED REALTY
(412) 990-1472
388 Total Sales
6 in Ben Avon Heights
$395K - $775K Price Range
Ben Avon Heights
Suburban Neighborhood in Pennsylvania
Allegheny County 15202
$516,241
Average Value
$185
Average Price per Sq Ft
Want every day to feel like a vacation? Ben Avon Heights was built for Pittsburghers' rural summer homes as a respite from the big city. The pastoral borough retains its initial character with larger houses, pretty green spaces and a quiet setting because of no business district in the area.
As a rural suburb, Ben Avon Heights has winding roads of tree-lined streets and woods. The mostly residential area is composed of attractive single-family homes on broad lawns complete with garden beds and small trees. As the Pittsburgh vacationers intended, neighbors still have plenty of space from each other to contrast an urban setting where homes often cluster together. Buyers can find house styles like Tudor homes with brick and half-timbering facades and stonework around the door. They can also choose from ranch-style homes, symmetrical Federal houses and rustic French Provincial homes. In Ben Avon Heights, sales prices may range from $380,000 to $634,000 depending on the size of the house and the renovations needed.
Students in Ben Avon attend the well-rated Avonworth School District, which earns a B+ on Niche for A level academics, an A in college prep and a B grade in teachers. The district was awarded the National Forum Schools to Watch for an outstanding middle school. Schools include Avonworth Elementary School, Avonworth Middle School and Avonworth High School.
To spend time outdoors, Ben Avon Heights residents can access a few lovely green spaces. The community-oriented Ben Avon Heights Park has a basketball court, a softball field, a playground and a swing set. You can also reserve the tennis/pickleball court. Enjoy annual events in the park like a summertime picnic and sleepover, an Easter egg hunt, a Halloween parade and a visit from Santa on Christmas Eve. At multi-purpose Avon Park, kids can burn energy on the playground and swing set. People with pets can access the dog-friendly trail, while athletes compete on the tennis and basketball courts. People can also eat in the pavilion of picnic tables. Take a rest from daily life at Shannopin Country Club, which offers an 18-hole golf course on rolling hills and dining options.
For further outings, residents must visit businesses outside of the borough. “Ben Avon Heights is very residential. It’s a small suburb without much happening there,” says Bryan Reilly, Realtor at RE/MAX Citylife. Because Ben Avon Heights is approximately two square miles and mostly single-family homes, people must drive to shopping excursions and dining options. The lack of businesses gives the borough a secluded, peaceful environment.
About eight miles from downtown Pittsburgh, Ben Avon Heights residents can easily commute to the big city. For downtown weekend adventures, admire the three rivers at Point State Park or try a new restaurant in Market Square. In Ben Avon Heights, make yourself at home in a tranquil rural setting with picturesque houses and green spaces.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Betsy Wotherspoon
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Robin Taylor
Robin Taylor
COLDWELL BANKER REALTY
(412) 324-7472
83 Total Sales
1 in Ben Avon Heights
$350,000 Price
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Ariel Harat
Ariel Harat
Responds QuicklyRE/MAX REAL ESTATE SOLUTIONS
(412) 743-9578
185 Total Sales
1 in Ben Avon Heights
$570,000 Price
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Jennifer Waters
Jennifer Waters
HOWARD HANNA REAL ESTATE SERVICES
(724) 623-2952
93 Total Sales
3 in Ben Avon Heights
$395K - $570K Price Range
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Melissa Kennedy
Melissa Kennedy
BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY THE PREFERRED REALTY
(412) 912-4976
169 Total Sales
2 in Ben Avon Heights
$305K - $464K Price Range
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Ryan Brown
Ryan Brown
RIVER POINT REALTY, LLC
(412) 924-5982
77 Total Sales
1 in Ben Avon Heights
$450,000 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 7th to 8th
- Public
- 3rd to 6th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Avalon Community Park and Pool
Avonworth Community Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Picnic Area
- Pool
Herge Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Tennis
- Playground
Ben Avon Heights Park
Avon Park
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Ben Avon Heights | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 2 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 1 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 2 | 4 |
| Robbery | 3 | 4 |
| Burglary | 2 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 2 | 4 |
| Larceny | 2 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 2 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Ben Avon Heights, PA sell after 58 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Ben Avon Heights, PA over the last 12 months is $502,966, up 12% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Home Trends
Median Price (12 Mo)
$464,000
Median Single Family Price
$464,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$185
Last 12 months Home Sales
3
Median List Price
$450,000
Median Discount From 1st List Price
1%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-2%
Home Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
139
Median Year Built
1928
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,236
Above the national average
1,936
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
14,810
Distribution of Home Values
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
360
Median Age
46
Population Density
5 ppl/acre
Population under 18
24.7%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
20.8%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$225,714
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$223,254
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
97.2%
College Graduates
83.9%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
44.2%
Significantly above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
52.4%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
40''
Average Winter Low Temperature
22°F
Average Summer High Temperature
83°F
Annual Snowfall
49''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
5
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
14
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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