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A walkable community in Pittsburgh’s Little Italy
Known as Pittsburgh’s Little Italy, Bloomfield is a vibrant neighborhood with a rich history. It was settled by German Catholic immigrants in the late 1860s and Italians from the Abruzzi region in the early 1900s, explaining its beloved nickname and unique identity that continues to persist today. A commercial corridor along Liberty Avenue anchors the neighborhood, where wide sidewalks lead past an eclectic mix of shops and restaurants. “All up and down Liberty Avenue, you had one Italian restaurant and market after another. Now you don’t have nearly as many, but you still have a really thriving business district. What I love about Pittsburgh is that it’s really become a melting pot,” says Denise Serbin, a Realtor with Howard Hanna Real Estate Services and Pittsburgh native. Densley-populated residential blocks surround the business district, and the streets are often buzzing with activity. “It has a much more urban feel. I always say the streets are kind of like the game Chutes and Ladders because you can only go up one way,” Serbin says.
With its buzzy commercial corridor and sidewalk-lined streets, Bloomfield continues to attract a diverse group of residents looking for a walkable community with a central location in the city’s East End. “When I talk to young people, I always ask them what the top three things on their wish list are. Years ago, people would say they wanted a yard, a family room, or maybe a two-car garage. Now those things aren’t as important, but on everyone’s list is walkability,” Serbin says. Bloomfield is about 4 miles from downtown Pittsburgh and sandwiched between the trendy neighborhoods of Lawrenceville and Shadyside.
Welcome to Bloomfield, also known as Little Italy.
Liberty Avenue in the Bloomfield neighborhood is lined with retail stores.
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A vibrant commercial corridor on Liberty Avenue
Liberty Avenue offers an array of shopping and dining. While many of the neighborhood’s original Italian businesses have closed their doors, several longstanding institutions continue to serve the community. Dating to 1983, Merante’s Bloomfield is known for its selection of gifts and daily menu of homecooked meals. The smell of fresh lasagna and kielbasa floats through the store as locals browse the shelves for imported olive oils, specialty foods and more. Just down the street is White Whale Bookstore, which doubles as a neighborhood café with author readings, book clubs and poetry nights.
The food scene spans the globe. Italian eateries include Angelo's Pizzeria and the Pleasure Bar, an old-school restaurant serving the classics alongside creative dishes like Italian egg rolls. Tessaro’s is known for its art-deco-style bar and half-pound burgers. “In my opinion, it’s the best hamburger in the world,” says Nate Nieland, a Realtor with Coldwell Banker Realty. “I’ve traveled to every state, and I ate a lot of hamburgers when I was younger, but none of them compare. That place is magical.” Residents line up outside the Thyme Machine food cart for breakfast sandwiches, while Apteka serves up vegan, European-inspired plates. There’s also Thai Gourmet and Tram’s Kitchen, known for its Vietnamese flavors. For a drink, watering holes like Trace Brewing and Lot 17 are open long after sunset. The Bloomfield Saturday Market brings fresh produce and artisanal goods to Liberty Avenue each week from May to November. The Bloomfield Saturday Market brings fresh produce and artisanal goods to Liberty Avenue each week from May to November, and Aldi is less than a mile away.
The best way to travel in Bloomfield is by foot or bike.
Head to Pleasure Bar for signature Italian dishes.
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Local vendors and live entertainment at Little Italy Days
The neighborhood celebrates its rich history each August during Little Italy Days. The four-day-long festival began in 2002 and brings over 100,000 people to Bloomfield each year, making it the city’s largest heritage festival. “It’s absolutely rocking. You get to see Pittsburghers in all their colorful ways,” Nieland says. The streets shut down as hundreds of vendors line Liberty Avenue, and local businesses open their doors to offer attendees a taste of Bloomfield. There’s live music on several stages, and the sound of accordions and Italian opera singers can be heard throughout the streets. A celebrity bocce tournament, Miss Little Italy Pageant and judge-voted pizza competition round out the festivities.
Traditional brick rowhomes and new construction
Most homes in Bloomfield were built from the late 19th century through the 1930s. Brick rowhomes are the norm, but homebuyers will also find a mix of two-story cottages and variations of the Pittsburgh Foursquare sitting side-by-side on narrow lots. “It’s more like city living,” Nieland says. “The houses are a lot closer together, but that’s the vibe people are going for. It’s less to maintain, and you’re near all the action.” While most properties are over a century old, the neighborhood has seen an influx of investors and recent renovations. Home prices typically range from $200,000 for smaller rowhomes to $550,000 for larger Foursquares. Bloomfield is also seeing increasing home prices due to its proximity to Lawrenceville, which Serbin calls the “Lawrenceville bump.” The average sale price for homes over the last 12 months is $360,915, which is up 12% from the average sales price over the previous 12 months. While home prices are increasing, Bloomfield is still more affordable than the neighboring communities of Shadyside and Central Lawrenceville, where the average sales price for homes over the past 12 months is upwards of $500,000. Newer construction includes townhouses and condos selling for $280,000 to $475,000.
Houses in Bloomfield are in walking distance to the business district.
Some single-family homes are now multi-family homes in the Bloomfield neighborhood.
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Partial STEAM magnet program at Pittsburgh Woolslair PreK-5
The Pittsburgh Public School District serves Bloomfield and earns a B-minus from Niche. Kids can begin their education at Pittsburgh Woolslair PreK-5, which scores a C-plus and sits in the northwestern corner of the neighborhood. Woolslair is in a 19th-century Romanesque Revival building listed on the National Register of Historic Places, and it includes a partial STEAM magnet program with an emphasis on project-based learning. Older students can attend Pittsburgh Milliones 6-12, University Preparatory School, which receives a C-minus and operates in partnership with the University of Pittsburgh. Private school options include the Waldorf School of Pittsburgh, which earns an A from Niche and serves kindergarten through eighth grade. Bloomfield offers proximity to several local universities, including the University of Pittsburgh, Chatham University and Carnegie Mellon University. All three universities are within 3 miles of the neighborhood.
The Woolslair Pittsburgh Public School serves the students of the Bloomfield neighborhood.
Pittsburgh Montessori Public School is in the nearby Bloomfield neighborhood and Pittsburgh, PA.
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Pocket parks include Paul J. Sciullo II Memorial Park
Small pocket parks provide respite from Bloomfield’s urban streetscapes. Tucked between Friendship Avenue, Friendship Parklet is a walkable greenway where mature trees provide shade to paved pathways and benches. In the neighborhood’s southeastern corner, Osceola Parklet offers opportunities for active recreation with two playgrounds, a splash pad and a street hockey rink. Also known as Bloomfield Park, Paul J. Sciullo II Memorial Park sits underneath the Bloomfield Bridge and features two bocce courts, a basketball court and a ballfield. The park sits next to the Bloomfield Pool, which is open seasonally each summer.
Bloomfield is about 2 miles north of Schenley Park, which spans 456 acres and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. It was created in 1889 from land donated by Mary Schenley, a prominent philanthropist in Pittsburgh, and now serves as a destination for year-round recreation. It features an 18-hole golf course, an ice-skating rink and miles of nature trails that weave through rolling hills and dense woodlands.
In the hear of Bloomfield, West Penn Hospital is in walking distance.
The playground at Osceola Parklet in the Bloomfield neighborhood.
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Access to PRT bus stops and downtown Pittsburgh
Bloomfield is a walkable community with access to public transportation. Pittsburgh Regional Transit provides local bus service, with stops concentrated along the neighborhood’s main streets. Bigelow Boulevard leads about 4 miles south to downtown Pittsburgh, where Amtrak’s Union Station offers daily train service. Interstate 376 is about 4 miles away, and residents can hop on the interstate for a 21-mile drive to Pittsburgh International Airport.
The best way to travel in and out of Bloomfield is by PRT buses.
Aerial of Bloomfield facing towards Downtown Pittsburgh.
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Proximity to West Penn Hospital, Duolingo and Google
West Penn Hospital sits in the heart of the neighborhood. It’s part of the Allegheny Health Network and is an academic medical center affiliated with Drexel University College of Medicine and the Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine. The hospital employs over 2,000 people and has a 24/7 emergency department. Bloomfield also offers proximity to major employers in East Liberty, including Duolingo and Google, whose offices are just 2 miles away.
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Parks in this Area
Osceola Parklet
Basketball
Playground
Frank Curto Park
Arsenal Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Tennis
Garland Parklet
Basketball
Playground
Highland Park
Bike Trails
Dog Park
Fishing
Garfield Commons Park
Picnic Area
Playground
Multi-Purpose Field
Kite Hill Park
Multi-Purpose Field
Transit
Airport
Pittsburgh International
34 min drive
Bus
Penn Ave & Winebiddle St
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Liberty Ave & Pearl
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Friendship Ave & Edmond St
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Friendship Ave & Graham St
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Friendship Ave & Atlantic Ave
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Friendship Ave & Pearl St
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Liberty Ave & Mathilda (West Penn Hosp)
Reviews
Niche Reviews
3.811 Reviews
5.0Current Resident
8/8/2017Niche Review
Bloomfield is a great, affordable neighborhood that is well connected to the rest of the city. I highly recommend it for younger residents looking for an affordable place to live that is accessible and close to the trendiest areas of the city without the inflated rents
5.0Current Resident
1/23/2018Niche Review
Cozy, tight-knit affordable neighborhood with deep ties to Pittsburgh's social history. Has so far resisted the gentrification that is eroding other nearby areas.
5.0Niche User
2/6/2016Niche Review
I do not see crime as a problem in this neighborhood as I have never seen a crime or any suspicious activity around here and I seldom hear of any. Police are visible in this area and I think that they do their jobs well.
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Bloomfield
US
Homicide
4
4
Sexual Assault
4
4
Assault with Weapon
3
4
Robbery
5
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
3
4
Larceny
5
4
Crime Score
4
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Bloomfield, Pittsburgh sell after 68 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Bloomfield, Pittsburgh over the last 12 months is $366,686, up 5% 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
7,817
Median Age
35
Population under 18
15.6%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
12.9%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$59,020
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$81,906
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
93.9%
College Graduates
61%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
26.9%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
76.8%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
41''
Average Winter Low Temperature
23°F
Average Summer High Temperature
83°F
Annual Snowfall
6''
Area Factors
Very Bikeable
Bike Score®
89/ 100
Walker's Paradise
Walk Score®
93/ 100
Good Transit
Transit Score®
61/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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