What BestPlaces Users Say about Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania is a bustling city located in the western part of the state. With a rich history and diverse culture, Pittsburgh attracts many residents from all over the country. In this particular place, there are a variety of neighborhoods and communities that offer unique experiences for those who call it home. To get a better understanding of what it's like to live in Pittsburgh, we will be summarizing several user reviews from BestPlaces.net. These reviews come from individuals who have first-hand experience living in the city and can provide valuable insights for those considering making Pittsburgh their home.
1. In their review, Susan R. describes Pittsburgh as "a hidden gem" with "tons of character." They go on to praise the city's affordable cost of living, saying "I can afford a nice house in a safe and quiet neighborhood without breaking the bank." Susan also mentions the abundance of outdoor activities and cultural events that make the city a great place to live.
2. James S. shares a similar sentiment, stating that Pittsburgh has "a unique charm that is hard to find in other cities." He also mentions the strong sense of community and friendly neighbors as major positives. However, James does note that traffic can be an issue, especially during rush hour.
3. According to John P., Pittsburgh is a "city of endless opportunities." He highlights the job market, education options, and entertainment as major draws for him and his family. John also appreciates the city's efforts in revitalizing its downtown area, making it a more vibrant and livable place.
4. In contrast, Emma L. expresses some disappointment with Pittsburgh, saying that it "lacks diversity and can feel very insular." She also mentions the weather, noting that winters can be long and harsh. However, Emma does acknowledge that the city has a "small-town feel" and is a good place to raise a family.
Overall, it seems that Pittsburgh offers a unique combination of affordability, community, and opportunities for its residents. While there may be some challenges, such as traffic and weather, many reviewers found the city to be a great place to live and would recommend it to others.
based on 189 ReviewsGet to know Pittsburgh with the latest comments and reviews from people who live in or have visited Pittsburgh
Outdoor adventure capital...ECO-minded people - 2/27/2007
Bring your kayak, running shoes, bike, and camping gear, because Pittsburgh has it all.....moved here from Atlanta, GA...and have fell completely in love with this city and the wholesome people that reside in it.....the culture is spectacular here.... environmentally concious, goals for sprawl prevention and a lot of green building.....Laurel Highlands are great for all seeking adventure....also good camping places just a little north Allegheny National Forest is BEAUTIFUL and so untouched...."strip malls...what are they?" Come visit you'll be
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Pittsburgh has everything you could want...except - 2/26/2007
Pros:
Great public parks, theater, symphony, art museums in addition to the sports teams everyone already knows about.
Looking to go back to school? There are many to choose from and the cost of living is lower than anything else you will find near the northeast.
A great place for a family since you can buy an affordable home in a nice neighborhood with a decent school dirt cheap compared to other cities.
The healthcare is A+.
The people tend to be extremely friendly.
Great work ethic, even in the white collar world (this could be a con if you are lazy)
Cons:
The sky is grey and cloudy all winter and at least half of the time all summer. I now find myself squinting and confused by sunshine.
The city is kind of split up. I believe at one point it was 3 smaller cities before it all became Pittsburgh way back when. Getting from the east part of the city to the
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without money every where's a bitch - 2/24/2007
When people say you don't need money to enjoy life,....it's because they have money. It just makes everything so ......affordable. Try going to Palm Springs or Taos or NYC sans filthy lucre and see what a great time you have.Well they really are great towns but you are never going to get to enjoy your stay without what? Right you are. Cash again. What's my point then? Here's the deal. Pittsburgh is a great little big town because it offers a lot but charges a little. It's got three pro sports teams,count em, Steelers,Penguins,and Pirates and is rated eighth best sports town in the USA. This for a town of less than 400,000 people to beat out much bigger cities like Miami,J'ville,Atlanta,Dallas,Denver,to name just a few,is amazing. Pittsburgh offers outstanding entertainment. It's symphony is one of the country's finest, performing at Heinz Hall a truly world class concert hall and of course the Benedum Center provides top flight talent from Broadway and around the world appearing 52
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my opinion of Pittsburgh (lived here 8 years) - 2/20/2007
the city's very unique and kinda hard to explain. In the summer time it's awesome, people always seem happier when the sun's out. There's alot to do/see and people are very friendly, Things are just perfect. Now in the winter... NOBODY comes outside after dark (around 5pm which stinks)When it's cold the city seems empty. And you're pretty much stuck in the house with nothing to do because all the major bussinesses are close. I believe this is a major reason why people here just want to pack up and leave, boredom. The city seems like it cut more and more busses each year so if you dont drive you're stuck in the house. All the parks are closed for the winter too so you're stuck with the kids :/ . All in all, it a great place to live in the summer, but when winter comes, you'll stop at nothing to find a place outta here just for some excitment. But it's still a great city nevertheless... When it's summer and warm
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Cost of living - 2/19/2007
It's fairly inexpensive to live in Pittsburgh. One of the benefits is cheap housing. It has not shot up like major metro areas in the US; it continually increases, but rather gradually. The caveat is Allgheny county (where Pittsburgh is): some of the highest property taxes in the
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New to Pittsburgh - and hitting the road for a vie - 1/28/2007
Hi - I'm flying into PA and planning a visit, and have heard a lot of good things about Pittsburgh. Though it was once a brunt of some negativity at one time - I am wondering how has it changed over the past 20 years?
I live in Houston, TX - for the time being. And I have met LOTS of folks from Pittsburgh...who actually wish they could make it back to the Burgh!
So - for a newcomer - where's a good place to begin my tour of the area? What towns outside of Pittsburgh - would make for a nice visit?
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Was back in the Burgh for the Holidays - 1/3/2007
I went back home for Christmas, and damn do I miss the Burgh. After graduating college I did what most Pittsburgher's do, try to leave. I looked for jobs everywhere, but my home city. Now I would move back in a second. One reason I would move back is the cost of living. Just like the one poster below said, I am paying about 600 for a crappy (and I mean it is small and crappy) in a not so nice part of town. In Pittsburgh, I could get a great apartment in a cool neighborhood like Shadyside, Squirrel Hill, or the South Side for that price. The city I live in now is one of those western towns that everybody and their uncle wants to move too. It actually sucks except for the fact of going to the mountains for activities. Cities out west besides the three northern coast cities; San Fran, Seattle, and Portland have no character at all. They are all urban sprawled new housing developments that all look the exact same, and they wont stop either. To many people keep moving here.
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Don't understand some of the negativity... - 12/30/2006
I've lived in a number of places around the U.S. and Pittsburgh compares quite favorably. I have to wonder if the haters have never lived anywhere else, because you find similar problems (racism, pollution, traffic, ignorant people, etc...) elsewhere. Yes, all of the comments have some basis in reality. But they are things you can say about a lot of cities (and I know because I've lived other places).
On the other hand, there are a lot of things that make Pittsburgh really great. For a city this size, the cultural offerings are terrific. My husband and I have been to the ballet, the symphony, the zoo, several museums, lots of interesting restaurants, etc., and I know we don't take advantage of even half of what Pittsburgh has to offer. Yes, some neighborhoods are run down. What major city doesn't have run-down neighborhoods? Pittsburgh also has a lot of terrific neighborhoods - we live in Squirrel Hill, and it's the best place I've ever lived. There are lots of quirky old
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I love Pittsburgh! - 11/29/2006
I love Pittsburgh. I'm not even going to waste my time on the previous commentor. (By the way, I'm an African-American and I live in a nice house in the suburbs. No opportunities have been denied me.) Anyway, PIttsburgh is a wonderful for to many reasons to name. But, to refute almost everything that has already been said, Pittsburgh is not dying at all. Quite the opposite, the city is experiencing quite the re-birth , lately. I would agree that Pittsburgh is being run by a group of corrupt mobsters--and it's not going to change as Pittsburgh is about 70% Democrat. (FYI: Pittsburgh hasn't had a Republican mayor in seventy years!) To the guy in Pensacola, there are plenty of jobs here. I'm sure the brilliant man from Pensacola was unaware that the largest employment sector in PIttsburgh is technology, followed by business THEN healthcare (by the way, what is wrong with that. Healthcare jobs are among the best paying). According to this ignoramus Pittsburgh's economy consists of 300,000
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