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About Swissvale
Swissvale is a borough in Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States, east of downtown Pittsburgh. Named for a farmstead owned by James Swisshelm, during the industrial age it was the site of the Union Switch and Signal Company of George Westinghouse.
Home prices in Swissvale
Home prices in Swissvale vary by neighborhood and property type.
Top places in Swissvale
- Swisshelm Park.
Commuting from Swissvale
- Approximate drive to downtown Pittsburgh: ~5–20 min (distance-based estimate from map coordinates, ~6 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 Swissvale
Public schools: Woodland Hills 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.
Swissvale FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Swissvale, PA?
Home prices in Swissvale vary by neighborhood and property type. - How is the commute from Swissvale, PA?
Approximate drive to downtown Pittsburgh: ~5–20 min (distance-based estimate from map coordinates, ~6 miles straight-line; varies with traffic; computed September 24, 2026). - Which school district serves Swissvale, PA?
Swissvale is served by Woodland Hills School District. See the state report card in Town links, and confirm school assignment for a specific address with the district.
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Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.