Situated along the Monongahela River in Allegheny County, Duquesne is a small city within the Pittsburgh metropolitan area. Like the neighboring “Steel City,” steel is central to Duquesne’s history. The town was once home to Duquesne Steel Company, which began operations there in 1886. The mill was known for having the largest blast furnace in the world, the Dorothy Six. The furnace was so famous that Bob Dylan even wrote a song about it called “Duquesne Whistle.” Following the Great Depression and post-WWII deindustrialization, steel factories began shutting their doors across the region, including in Duquesne. Today, the city offers a post-industrial landscape, with uniformed early 20th-century homes sitting snuggly along sloping gridded roads. The city’s downtown district is quiet, but reinvestment efforts are underway. “Duquesne is in a recovery phase, but it’s getting there. It’s growing,” says Missy Foltz, a Realtor of eight years with Coldwell Banker Realty.
River sky view shows the gorgeous water during Winter time in Duquesne, PA.
Head into the Duquesne Super Mart for your everyday needs.
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Homes built in the early 20th century dominate Duquesne
Like in much of Pittsburgh, most homes here are single-family residences dating back to the early 20th century. Common architectural styles in this densely populated area include cottages, bungalows, American foursquare, and ranch-style homes. Most are on deep plots with minimal front yards and back lots large enough for sheds and swing sets. Larger plots are rare but can be found on the north end of town. Older homes needing significant repairs can start as low as $10,000. Homes needing less substantial updates can sell for between $50,000 and $100,000, while renovated homes can sell for between $100,000 and $135,000.
Colonial Revival and foursquare homes sit snuggly along sidewalk-lined streets.
20th century homes stand side-by-side in Duquesne, PA.
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Neighborhood kids may attend schools in the Duquesne City School District
Kids may begin their education in the Duquesne City School District at Duquesne Elementary School, which serves kindergarten through eighth grade students. It was graded a C-minus on Niche. They can continue their schooling in the West Mifflin Area School District at West Mifflin Area High School, graded a B-minus on Niche. West Mifflin Area High offers unique opportunities for seniors, such as career internships and dual enrollment coursework. Penn State Greater Allegheny is in McKeesport, just over 3 miles south.
Duquesne City School shows the side where the flag stands where lots of kids enroll.
The Duquesne High School building currently houses kindergarten through eighth grade students.
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Duquesne sits along the Great Allegheny Passage
The Great Allegheny Passage is a 150-mile trail that spans from Cumberland, Maryland, to Downtown Pittsburgh. The path winds through mountains and valleys and follows the Casselman, Youghiogheny and Monongahela Rivers. In Duquesne, along the banks of the Monongahela, hikers and bikers can stop for a bite at the Great Allegheny Passage Picnic Area, a small grassy knoll with a wooden picnic table. Duquesne Community Victory Garden is another favorite outdoor spot. It was established in 2018 to connect residents and provide healthy, homegrown food to the broader community.
Joggers and walkers enjoy the Great Allegheny Passage trail in Duquesne.
Bridges crossing over the Monongahela River.
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Duquesne's shopping district is concentrated around Grant Avenue
Residents can find a handful of local shops and eateries on Grant Avenue, including Squid’s Coffee Shop and Schink’s Hardware, Inc. Additional stores and restaurants dot the city streets. Just 1 mile away from the shopping district sits Scotty’s Bar and Lounge. This local favorite is family-owned and offers a cozy environment and live music. Duquesne is also home to the Great Pittsburgh Food Bank. For additional shopping and dining needs, residents can visit nearby communities. Less than 2 miles north of the city sits the Kennywood Shops, where there is a Giant Eagle Supermarket and Roses. Five miles away in North Versailles are more shops, including a Walmart Supercenter and Rossi’s Flea Market.
Shink's Hardware in Duquesne has been serving the Mon Valley for over 65 years!
Stop in to Squid's Coffee Shop in Duquesne for the best coffee and donuts in the area.
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Kennywood Amusement Park hosts events all year long
Carnegie Library’s Duquesne Branch is a popular location for community events. It offers story time hours, yoga sessions and film showings, among other things. Kennywood Amusement Park is an integral part of this community. It’s located just outside the city and hosts dozens of events throughout the year. “They have nationality days all the time, the local high schools have their band parade in the fall, there’s a Halloween event, and they recently had a Christmas celebration,” Foltz says.
Duquesne is next to Kennywood Park in West Mifflin.
Kennywood Park in West Mifflin is a historic landmark enjoyed by residents of Duquesne.
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Route 837 runs through town
Pennsylvania State Route 837 runs through the neighborhood. It connects to U.S. Interstate Highway 376, which leads to Pittsburgh, just over 11 miles away. Pittsburgh Regional Transit serves this neighborhood. Public Port Authority bus stops are along N 2nd Street, Route 837, Crawford Avenue, Kennedy Avenue and Commonwealth Avenue. To travel out of the country, residents can head to Pittsburgh International Airport, about 29 miles away.
PRT bus stops are all through Duquesne.
Shops and residential buildings in Duquesne, PA, during winter.
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Parks in this Area
Ryan Hacke Memorial Playground
Picnic Area
Trails
Playground
Duquesne Place Playground
Basketball
Football
Trails
Trautman Field
Baseball/Softball
Trails
Events
Woodhill Park
Baseball/Softball
Picnic Area
Trails
Isador "Izzy" Steiner Memorial Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Picnic Area
Barney Park
Baseball/Softball
Transit
Airport
Pittsburgh International
47 min drive
Bus
Library Pl & Duquesne Blvd Fs - Duquesne Pnr
Bus
Crawford St & Juno
Bus
Kennedy Ave & 4th
Bus
Grant Ave & Erwin St
Bus
Crawford St & State
Bus
Grant Ave & 4th Fs
Bus
Kennywood Mall Dr & Hoffman
Reviews
Niche Reviews
2.713 Reviews
3.0Niche User
2/12/2015Niche Review
I have no opinion about this topic. Although the public transportation service is better than a lot of cities.
3.0Current Resident
2/5/2017Niche Review
Duquesne is a small town with diverse areas, some nicer than others. We only have grade school and the high school students are dispersed between west mifflin and mckeesport. There are a few drug infested parts of duquesne and the old business district is run down
3.0Current Resident
7/18/2017Niche Review
There is major improvements needed within the economy. The cost of living is okay. Crime rate is really high. The education in this community is not the best. The taxes we pay doesnt seem to do the economy any good. It just seems as if we pay for the economy to stay the same.
3.0Current Resident
10/11/2018Niche Review
I've lived here since 2002 and it's a great neighborhood. I would like to see more playgrounds for the kids to play. I'd also like it if they put newer homes in place of the many empty lots and abandoned buildings. Other than that, I absolutely enjoyed growing up here.
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Duquesne
US
Homicide
9
4
Sexual Assault
5
4
Assault with Weapon
6
4
Robbery
7
4
Burglary
5
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
5
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
5
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Duquesne, PA sell after 61 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Duquesne, PA over the last 12 months is $82,729, up 29% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
6,038
Median Age
38
Population Density
5 ppl/acre
Population under 18
27.7%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
19.5%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$36,976
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$47,562
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
89.1%
College Graduates
11.2%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
5%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
64.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
41''
Average Winter Low Temperature
23°F
Average Summer High Temperature
83°F
Annual Snowfall
40''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
37/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
27/ 100
Source: Walk Score
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