Pittsburgh metro, PA relocation guide
Moving to Pitcairn, PA
—Median listing price
AlleghenyArea
Commuter-friendlyCommute profile
About Pitcairn
Pitcairn is a borough in Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States, located east of Pittsburgh's central business district, named for Robert Pitcairn, an official of the Pennsylvania Railroad. Early in the 20th century, Pitcairn was the site of large railroad yards and shops that employed nearly ten thousand men.
Home prices in Pitcairn
Home prices in Pitcairn vary by neighborhood and property type.
Top places in Pitcairn
- Pitcairn's main street / downtown commercial corridor.
- Municipal parks and community facilities.
Commuting from Pitcairn
- Approximate drive to downtown Pittsburgh: ~15–30 min (distance-based estimate from map coordinates, ~12 miles straight-line; varies with traffic; computed September 24, 2026).
- Transit: Pittsburgh Regional Transit (PRT, formerly Port Authority of Allegheny County) operates bus routes across the county, but route availability varies by town — check current PRT schedules.
Schools in Pitcairn
Public schools: Gateway School District. For enrollment and performance data, see the state report card in Town links below. Confirm school assignment for any address directly with the district.
Pitcairn FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Pitcairn, PA?
Home prices in Pitcairn vary by neighborhood and property type. - How is the commute from Pitcairn, PA?
Approximate drive to downtown Pittsburgh: ~15–30 min (distance-based estimate from map coordinates, ~12 miles straight-line; varies with traffic; computed September 24, 2026). - Which school district serves Pitcairn, PA?
Pitcairn is served by Gateway School District. See the state report card in Town links, and confirm school assignment for a specific address with the district.
Town links
Schools
Transit
Maps & GIS
Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.