Whitehall Apartments and Rentals

Whitehall, Pa., is a borough that features a variety of apartments, single-family homes and townhouses. It is located about six miles south of Pittsburgh, and saw its population increase 0.2 percent between April 1, 2010, and July 1, 2011. The borough was home to 13,944 residents in 2010, the U.S. Census Bureau reports, and had a median household income of $50,301 from 2006 to 2010.

Whitehall apartments for rent are available in a variety of areas, and each provides amenities and features that are attractive options to many newcomers. Whitehall has been named one of the most livable communities in metro Pittsburgh, and continues to be a popular spot for families and single people to call home.

Whitehall became an independent municipality in 1948. The borough features a mayor and seven at-large council members, 20 full-time police officers and a public works department that has 10 workers.

When newcomers check out the apartments for rent in Whitehall, Pa., it's likely they'll find plenty to enjoy in the borough. Whitehall contained a land area of 3.33 square miles in 2010, the U.S. Census Bureau notes, and the borough offers residents access to a mix of recreational facilities.

For instance, those who live in the area can enjoy six parks stretched throughout the borough. Whitehall features baseball fields, basketball courts, playground areas, soccer fields and more.

Whitehall is part of the Baldwin-Whitehall School District, which serves students from kindergarten to grade 12. This district features three elementary schools, one middle school and one high school, and also offers a K-12 English as a Second Language Program.

Those who are interested in returning to school might consider the apartments for rent in Whitehall. It is roughly a 15-minute drive from Whitehall to Pittsburgh, the home of the University of Pittsburgh. This higher education institution had an enrollment of 28,766 students at its Pittsburgh campus in fall 2011, and its students come from every state, the District of Columbia and three U.S. territories. The school spent the majority of its history as a private school, but became a state-related university in 1966. It offers 446 distinct degree programs, which consist of 205 baccalaureate, 130 master's, 90 doctorate-research, 16 associate and five doctorate-professional practice degrees.

While some areas of Pennsylvania feature housing that exceeds the average cost of living in many U.S. cities and towns, newcomers can typically find rentals in Whitehall that are below the national average. Many apartments are available in this borough for prices between $750 and $1,100 per month, depending on the amenities and features included in the units.

Caste Village is a great spot for entertainment and shopping in Whitehall. This village is located near many of the Whitehall apartments for rent, which makes it easy for many borough citizens to access. Many residents enjoy community events at Caste Village, including an Independence Day Celebration in July, Fall Fest in October and a Holiday Light Celebration in November.

Whitehall's proximity to Pittsburgh enables residents to enjoy a variety of cultural attractions and sporting venues in the Steel City. The Carnegie Museum of Art, Children's Museum of Pittsburgh and Senator John Heinz History Center are just a few popular spots for visitors of all ages. Additionally, the Consol Energy Center, Heinz Field and PNC Park host the Pittsburgh Penguins, Steelers and Pirates, respectively, so sports fans can enjoy live action year-round.

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