Greenfield Neighborhood Report

Greenfield neighborhood (Photo: Greg Sproul - Captured Listings)

Greenfield neighborhood (Photo: Greg Sproul - Captured Listings)

A Brief History of Greenfield

Bordered by Hazelwood in the south, Squirrel Hill in the north, and Oakland in the northwest, Greenfield sits east of the Monongahela River, about five miles from Downtown Pittsburgh.

Hazelwood was purchased from Native Americans in 1758, in a deal that also included what we today know as Hazelwood. A century later, Greenfield was populated by a mix of Irish, Polish, Slovak, Italian, and Hungarian immigrants, many of whom worked in the steel mills located in Hazelwood, Homestead, and Duquesne.

Today, Greenfield is a quiet neighborhood known for its narrow streets and steep hills, some of which even offer picturesque views of the city. Thanks to its blend of attractive, affordable homes and suburban living, Greenfield is enjoying a resurgence in popularity.

Greenfield Real Estate Market Report

Pricing:
Greenfield has seen above-average, steady appreciation over the last ten years, based on its desirable proximity to downtown, universities, and East End businesses, paired with its generally well-maintained housing stock. Home values have almost doubled since 2009, with the average 2009 home price in the neighborhood selling for $100,000, compared to $190,000 in 2019.

Source: MLS

Source: MLS

Inventory:
Consistent with national inventory trends, inventory has steadily declined over the last five years, with an all-time low at the end of 2018. Lower inventory is based on increased demand, leading to homes turning more quickly: 60 days is considered a neutral market, and in 2018 homes in Greenfield received offers in less than 20 days on average.

Source: MLS

Source: MLS

Emergency Resources

As a smaller neighborhood, Greenfield’s borders don’t contain all the resources you might expect inside a major metropolitan area. As a result, residents occasionally need to rely on help from neighboring communities.

Fire

Pittsburgh Fire Bureau Station 12
Address:
4156 Winterburn Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15207

Medical

EMERGENCY ROOMS

UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital
Address: 300 Halket St, Pittsburgh, PA 15213
Phone: 412-641-1000

UPMC Presbyterian
Address: 200 Lothrop St
Phone: 412-647-2345

NON-EMERGENCY CARE

UPMC Primary Care
Address: 4381 Murray Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15217
Phone: 412-521-2857

Dr. Bernard J. Bernacki, DO
Address: 512 Greenfield Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15217
Phone: 412-422-6500

Dr. Rachel E. Davis, MD
Address: 527 Coyne Terrace
Phone: 412-651-5471

Dr. Anna T. Czajka Giermasz, MD
Address: 4101 Beehner Rd, Pittsburgh, PA 15217
Phone: 412-521-3805

Squirrel Hill Family Wellness
Address: 4354 Murray Ave, Pittsburgh PA 15217
Phone: 412-422-5433

Dr. Edward L. Korenman, DMD
Address: 4351 Murray Ave, Pittsburgh PA 15217
Phone: 412-422-5150

Dr. Donna L Knupp, MD & Dr. Scott E. Recalde, MD
Address: 4381 Murray Ave, Pittsburgh PA 15217
Phone: 412-521-2857

Zarky Rudavsky, OD
Address: 4203 Murray Ave, Pittsburgh PA 15217
Phone: 412-422-2299

Kids Plus Pediatrics
Address: 4070 Beechwood Blvd, Pittsburgh PA 15217
Phone: 412-521-6511

20/20 Vision Care
Address:
4203 Murray Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15217
Phone:
412-421-2020

Lappen Eye Care - Pittsburgh
Address: 4048 Beechwood Blvd, Pittsburgh 15217
Phone: 412-421-9274

Police

Zone 4 Police Station
Address:
5858 Northumberland St, Pittsburgh, PA 15217
Phone: 412-422-6520

Top Greenfield Restaurants

Though Greenfield is a small community, you won’t have to look hard for great meals! Below are the top-ranked restaurants in Greenfield, based on their online reviews:

Big Jim’s

Address: 201 Saline St, Pittsburgh, PA 15207
Phone: 412-421-0532
Rating: 4.6
Description: Classic American restaurant fare, with an additional focus on Italian cuisine.

Yesterday’s Bar & Grill

Address: 501 Greenfield Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15207
Phone: 412-422-9800
Rating: 4.6
Description: A local bar specializing in inexpensive drinks and homemade food.

Hough’s

Address: 563 Greenfield Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15207
Phone: 412-586-5944
Rating: 4.4
Description: Casual pub with hundreds of beer options, including housemade beer. Also serving classic bar fare.

Rialto Pizza

Address: 623 Greenfield Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15207
Phone: 412-421-2121
Rating: 4.1
Description: Classic pizza shop focusing on pizzas, subs, gyros, and burgers.

Top Greenfield Shopping Locations

Shopping Centers

Thanks in part to its small size, Greenfield lacks a major shopping center. Instead, many of its businesses are stationed along Murray Avenue on the east end of town, north of Hazelwood Avenue and south of Lilac Street.

Grocery Stores

Giant Eagle
Address:
4250 Murray Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15207
Phone: 412-421-6472

Kiev
Address:
4223 Murray Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15207
Phone: 412-521-4303

Nataliya European Food Market
Address:
4370 Murray Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15207
Phone: 412-421-2380

Annual Neighborhood Events

The Greenfield Glide 5K Run/Walk
Date: Every year in June
Location: Schenley Park
About the event: Alternating between streets and trails, the Greenfield Glide pushes participants up and down hills all the way to the finish line.

National Night Out
Dates: The first Tuesday of August.
Location: Call 800-648-3688 or email info@natw.org for the year’s location.
About the event: Held simultaneously all over the country, National Night Out was created to unite neighborhoods through cookouts, block parties, visits from emergency personnel, and much more.

Neighborhood Annual Awards Dinner
Date: November
Location: St. Rosalia Church Hall
About the event: The Greenfield Community Awards honor those who offer their time, resources, and passion to the community.

Holiday Parade
Date: December
Location: Greenfield Ave. and surrounding areas
About the event: Every December, the neighborhood gathers together to watch the parade weave its way through Greenfield. Enjoy floats, candy, fireworks, and more!

Annual Events in Schenley Park

Pittsburgh Race for the Cure
Date: May 12, 2019
Location: Flagstaff Hill at Schenley Park, 1 Schenley Dr. Pittsburgh PA 15213
About the event: Every year, the Pittsburgh Race for the Cure convenes in Schenley Park to raise awareness and funds to battle cancer.

Vintage Grand Prix
Dates: July 12 - July 21
Location: Schenley Park
About the event: The Pittsburgh Vintage Grand Prix features the largest vintage street race in the US—and it runs through Schenley Park! In addition to racing, there are 10 days of car shows, parties, parades, and more.

Neighborhood Parks

Greenfield is abundant in recreation areas for the entire family, thanks to famous Schenley Park and Magee Playground.

Schenley Park

Address: (Schenley Park Cafe and Visitor Center) 101 Panther Hollow Rd, Pittsburgh, PA 15213
Easiest Access: Take Greenfield Ave over the Greenfield Bridge.
Park Features:

  • 456 acres of trails, woods, and attractions

  • Swimming Pool

  • Bob O’Connor Golf Course

  • Ice Rink

  • Multi-Purpose Field

  • Tennis Courts

  • Disc Golf

Phipps Conservatory
The Phipps Conservatory has been standing since 1893, covering 15 acres and featuring 23 distinct gardens and breath-taking architecture.

Schenley Park Cafe & Visitor Center
Originally used as a picnic shelter in the early 1900s, the building housing the Schenley Park Cafe & Visitor Center underwent multiple uses before closing to the public in 1980s. Since being restored in the early 2000s, the Center features a coffee bar, lunches, desserts, gift shop, park trail maps, restrooms, and wireless internet.

Schenley Plaza
Located in the northwest end of Schenley Park, the plaza sits across the street from the Cathedral of Learning and next to the Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh and Carnegie Museum of Art. The Plaza features a number of great amenities, including:

  • A one-acre lawn

  • The PNC Carousel

  • dining kiosks

  • restrooms

  • fitness, family, and entertainment programs

Magee Playground

Though much smaller than Schenley Park to the north, Magee Playground offers plenty of well-maintained areas for children and adults to exercise.

Address: 745 Greenfield Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15217
Park Features:

  • Magee Community Center

  • Two  Full-Sized Basketball Courts

  • Two Baseball Fields

  • A Swimming Pool

Schools and Universities in Greenfield

Pittsburgh Greenfield Elementary PreK-8
Address: 1 Alger St, Pittsburgh, PA 15207 (West Greenfield)

Nearby Schools

Pittsburgh Minadeo Elementary School
Address: Just over the neighborhood border on Lilac Street in Squirrel Hill.
6502 Lilac St, Pittsburgh, PA 15217

Nearby Universities

University of Pittsburgh
Carnegie Mellon University
Carlow University
Chatham University

Access to Highways and Other Major Roadways

376 East / 22 East / 30 East
Access via Beechwood Blvd in northern Greenfield

376 West / 22 West / 30 West
Access via Beechwood Blvd in northern Greenfield

Public Transportation Options

Bus Lines
Line Route 58
Greenfield to Downtown, Oakland

Greenfield-Based Contractors

Roofers

Hoolahan Roofing & Remodeling
Address:
424 Greenfield Ave. Pittsburgh, PA 15207
Phone: 412-521-0191

Plumbers / Bathrooms

Clair Plumbing
Address:
4224 Stanley St, Pittsburgh, PA 15207
Phone: 412-327-8474

Finest Bathroom Office
Address:
4242 Shields St #163, Pittsburgh, PA 15207
Phone: 973-604-5433

Jimmy Cohen Plumbing, Heating & Mechanical
Address:
3971 Boulevard Dr. Pittsburgh PA 15217
Phone: 412-421-2208

Wynkoop Plumbing & Heating
Address:
809 Hazelwood Ave. Pittsburgh, PA 15217
Phone: 412-218-3121

Painters

Legend Painting & Contracting
Address:
800 Greenfield Ave. Greenfield, PA 15217
Phone: 412-904-1835

Landscapers

Professional Lawn Care, Corp.
Address: 788 Melborne St., Pittsburgh PA 15217
Phone: 412-421-9890

Rosato & Sons
Address: 551 Greenfield Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15207
Phone: 412-521-9045

Flooring

Brooks Hardwood Floor Refinishing
Address: 4204 Haldine Street Pittsburgh PA 15207
Phone:
412-780-9745

Electricians

@ Yur Service LLC
Address:
4128 Beehner Rd. Pittsburgh PA 15217
Phone: 412-421-2175

Construction / Remodeling

Lan V Landy Construction
Address:
4314 Stanley Street Pittsburgh PA 15207
Phone: 412-218-3121

Roman Remodelers
Address:
751 Melbourne St, Pittsburgh, PA 15217
Phone: 412-646-1735