Brighton Heights, Pittsburgh, PA

Brighton Heights Neighborhood Guide Pittsburgh, PA

About

Brighton Heights is a vibrant neighborhood in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, situated on the city's North Side. Known for its charming, tree-lined streets filled with historic homes, the area offers a small-town feel within the city. Conveniently located close to I-279, Brighton Heights is a short drive away from downtown Pittsburgh. The neighborhood loves its local amenities, including the scenic Riverview Park and the historic Allegheny Observatory.

What You Will Love About Brighton Heights, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

  • Residents appreciate the strong sense of community and friendly atmosphere that Brighton Heights offers.
  • The neighborhood is known for its fantastic selection of local restaurants and shops.
  • Brighton Heights prides itself on its beautiful green spaces, including Riverview Park and Jack Stack Pool.
  • Its close proximity to downtown Pittsburgh offers residents easy access to a greater variety of entertainment, dining, and shopping options.

What’s Nearby

Brighton Heights is minutes away from downtown Pittsburgh, offering residents easy access to the city's cultural district, sports venues, and numerous dining and shopping options. Also nearby is the National Aviary, the country's largest aviary, and the renowned Mattress Factory contemporary art museum.

Lifestyle

Brighton Heights offers a relaxed, suburban lifestyle with the perk of city amenities. It appeals to those who enjoy outdoor activities, with several parks and green spaces within the neighborhood. The area's local restaurants, shops, and community events also provide plenty of entertainment opportunities for residents.

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Explore the Neighborhood

There are 80 restaurants, 16 grocery stores, and 6 parks within a mile of the Brighton Heights neighborhood.

  • GROCERY
    Tom Friday's Market

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Butcher, Grocery Store, Meat and Seafood Store

    0.3 miles

    3639 California Ave

  • GROCERY
    Giant Eagle

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store

    0.6 miles

    4110 Brighton Rd

  • GROCERY
    Kuhn's Market

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store

    1.2 miles

    1130 Highwood St

  • GROCERY
    Tri-State Snack Foods

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store

    1.2 miles

    1529 Superior Ave

  • GROCERY
    Allegheny City Smoke House

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store

    1.2 miles

    2462 Colorado Way

  • GROCERY
    Bellevue Farmer's Market

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Farmers Market, Fruit and Vegetable Store, Grocery Store

    1.3 miles

    34 N Balph Ave

Brighton Heights Apartments and Rentals

22 Rental properties in Brighton Heights, Pittsburgh, PA.

  • Lincoln House property

    Contact for Price

    Lincoln House

    Studio–2 Beds • 1 Bath

    400–700 Sqft

    Not Available

  • Bellevue Apartments property

    $729+

    Bellevue Apartments

    Studio–2 Beds • 1–2 Baths

    610 Sqft

    8 Units Available

  • 3835 Brighton Rd property

    $1,095

    3835 Brighton Rd

    2 Beds • 1 Bath

    1 Unit Available

  • 3932 Vinceton St #2 property

    $2,500

    3932 Vinceton St #2

    2 Beds • 1 Bath

    1 Unit Available

  • 1706 Termon Ave property

    $1,475

    1706 Termon Ave

    3 Beds • 2 Baths

    1 Unit Available

  • 3613 California Ave property

    $1,100

    3613 California Ave

    2 Beds • 1 Bath

    1001 Sqft

    1 Unit Available

Cost of Living

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CategoryCompare to State Avg.Compare to National Avg.
housing
0.2%
4.8%
utilities
13.8%
23%
food
2.1%
1.6%
transportation
0.7%
6.7%
healthcare
0.3%
6.8%

Brighton Heights Demographics

people in their homes

Brighton Heights Reviews

people smiling
  • Near Downtown

    Yes

    Say 8 of 8 renters

  • Near Grocery Stores

    Yes

    Say 6 of 8 renters

  • Busy Streets

    No

    Say 5 of 8 renters

  • Noise Late At Night

    No

    Say 5 of 8 renters

  • Area Has Litter

    No

    Say 5 of 8 renters

  • Near Highways

    Yes

    Say 5 of 8 renters

Brighton Heights Transportation

walk bike and transit

Somewhat Walkable

63/100
Walk Score®
The Walk Score© measures walkability on a scale of 0-100 based on walking routes to destinations such as dining and drinking, groceries, and shopping.

Somewhat Bikeable

38/100
Bike Score®

Some Transit

42/100
2 bus stops

Port Authority

Bus Stop

4600 Perry Hwy

Port Authority of Allegheny County

Bus Stop

2235 Beaver Ave

Source: foursquare.com

Brighton Heights Schools

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