Greater Pittsburgh Real Estate Blog

One Theory on Why So Many People Are Moving to Pittsburgh

By Jim Dolanch on April 24th, 2013

I recently read an interesting article about why the city of Pittsburgh is attracting more and more people. Evidently, U-Haul data shows that Pittsburgh had the highest percentage of inbound to outbound moves in 2012. The article I read was one writer’s take on why Pittsburgh has become such an attractive place in which to ... [Continue Reading]

Pittsburgh Pennsylvania Schools End 2012 With Surplus

By Jim Dolanch on April 22nd, 2013

The Pittsburgh Public School system had plenty of reason to celebrate at the end of 2012: the system ended with a surplus instead of a deficit! In economic times like these, it’s wonderful that a public institution is able to save more money than it can spend. But it’s especially important because the district is ... [Continue Reading]

Pittsburgh Sees Increase In New Residents

By Jim Dolanch on April 18th, 2013

More and more people are deciding to relocate to Pittsburgh and make it their permanent home. That was the consensus in the recent article I read. Evidently, from thriving jobs to excellent public schools, people are finding it quite easy to find a reason to relocate to Pittsburgh! Purchasing Pittsburgh, PA Real Estate for Sale ... [Continue Reading]

Pittsburgh Home Values On The Rise

By Jim Dolanch on April 15th, 2013

The Pittsburgh housing market continues to show remarkable gains, according to a recent article I was reading! Evidently, the online real estate firm Zillow recently reported that Pittsburgh’s home value index of $113,800 marked an increase of 3.7 percent year-over-year. For those of you not familiar with the firm, the Zillow Home Value Index takes ... [Continue Reading]

The Best Way to Market Your Home This Spring on the Pittsburgh PA Real Estate Market

By Jim Dolanch on April 11th, 2013

I sure do love this time of year here on the Pittsburgh real estate market! The temperatures are starting to rise and the plants are starting to bloom! This is also a great time of year for the local housing market because more and more Pittsburgh home buyers are starting to enter the market, with the ... [Continue Reading]

Common Home Selling Mistakes To Avoid on the Pittsburgh, PA Real Estate Market

By Jim Dolanch on April 8th, 2013

Are you a current Pittsburgh home owner who is considering listing your property on the local housing market? If so, then I hope you will find today’s Pittsburgh real estate blog helpful! I’m going to tell you about some common pitfalls that home owners encounter when they decide to list their property – and how ... [Continue Reading]

Family-Friendly Things To Do In Pittsburgh, PA in April 2013

By Jim Dolanch on April 4th, 2013

Have you been trying to plan out the perfect family outing for later in the month? If so, then I’ve got you covered! Today, I’m going to tell you about some family-friendly events going on in the Greater Pittsburgh area during the month of April! I hope to see you and your family at one ... [Continue Reading]

Pittsburgh Real Estate Market Report for April 2013

By Jim Dolanch on April 1st, 2013

Activity continues to improve on the Pittsburgh, PA real estate market, according to the most recent data available. Evidently, the average price per square foot on Pittsburgh homes has increased – as has the average listing price for properties. Meanwhile, the median home sales price has actually remained the same year-over-year. Homes for Sale in ... [Continue Reading]

Pittsburgh PA Real Estate Market Report for March 2013

By Jim Dolanch on March 28th, 2013

The market continues to pick up here in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania! According to the most recent real estate market data, both the average price per square foot and the median homes sales price have increased year-over-year, even as the total number of home sales has dropped slightly. If you’re considering listing your property anytime soon on ... [Continue Reading]

Greater Pittsburgh Real Estate Market Report for March 2013

By Jim Dolanch on March 25th, 2013

Here on the Pittsburgh area real estate market, it’s always important to compare data year-over-year to better understand the direction the market is headed. Thus, for today’s blog, I’m going to show you how market activity has changed overtime in the following Pittsburgh area communities: Bethel Park Cecil Township North Strabane Peters Township Upper St. ... [Continue Reading]