Duquesne Apartments and Rentals

Duquesne, PA is located 10 miles southeast of Pittsburgh in a nook of the Monongahela River. With Pittsburgh's Duquesne University and its 10,000 students nearby, the town has a reputation of being cosmopolitan, caring and spirited. Duquesne has less than 6,000 permanent residents, which allows the town to maintain the close-knit atmosphere of a Midwestern small town. Search for Duquesne apartments for rent, and find a new home in the Keystone State.

Settlement of Duquesne began in the early 1600s when the Earl of Salisbury granted a land charter to new explorers who wished to settle near the Monongahela River. The town continued to grow and prosper along with Allegheny County, and has undergone many expansion and beautification projects over the years.

Today, Duquesne is a quiet town with easy accessibility from downtown Pittsburgh. Many local residents commute to work or school in the city but enjoy the slower-paced lifestyle in their home community. With the Monongahela River flowing right through town, residents are also able to have outdoor recreation opportunities all year round.

Residents in Duquesne get the best of hometown comforts and hospitality without paying high living expenses. The town's cost of living index of 92.8 is well below the national average.

Duquesne residents venture to Pittsburgh to take advantage of the city's unique attractions and exciting festivals. Visitors can travel along the Monongahela River via kayak, canoe or other water vessels to see breathtaking views of the skyline and bridges downtown. Favorite local events include the Pittsburgh Irish Festival, Bloomfield Little Italy Days, Three Rivers Arts Festival and Pittsburgh Renaissance Festival.

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