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Located off of I-79, Houston is a small community about 23 miles southwest of Pittsburgh and 6 miles northeast of Washington. This Greater Pittsburgh area is convenient to just about everything: shops, restaurants, entertainment venues, spacious parks, and public schools, to name a few.
Houston is also known for its annual pumpkin festival, which draws thousands of residents from all over the area for children's activities, a parade with marching bands and local organizations, plenty of arts and food vendors, and a lineup of local bands. Whether you are relocating to Pittsburgh or moving to a larger home outside of the city, you can find your ideal property in Houston, Pennsylvania.
Why Home Buyers Choose Houston, PA
Affordable Homes
If you are searching for a home that offers more space and fits within your budget, you can find what you're looking for in Houston, Pennsylvania. Homes in this area are often more moderately priced than homes in Pittsburgh.
Median Home Values: $127,044
Convenience to Pittsburgh
Should you need to travel to Pittsburgh, you can access several transit options when you live in Houston. If you prefer to drive, Pittsburgh is a 25-mile commute (about 40 minutes) from Houston along I-79.
Major Highways: I-79
Public Transit: Washington County Metro Commuter bus service
Houston Accolades
- Annual Houston Pumpkin Festival
- Pumpkin Festival featured in Living in Washington County magazine
- AP classes, numerous sports, and more available in Chartiers-Houston School District schools
What's Nearby?
Houston is convenient to communities in both Allegheny County and Washington County, including Washington Country Club, Tanger Outlets, The Meadows Racetrack & Casino, and more. In nearby Washington, residents can shop and dine downtown, participate in campus life at Washington & Jefferson College, and access major employers. Use the map below to learn more about Houston, Pennsylvania's location.
Want to know even more about residential life in Houston? You don’t have to look far. As your Greater Pittsburgh real estate experts, we know the details about home values, market trends, and fun things to do in this area. Feel free to contact us with any questions you might have!
Points of Interest
Shopping & Dining: Ferrieri Pizzeria & Restaurant, Shelly's Pike Inn, Tanger Outlets
Recreation: Canonsburg Town Park, Peters Lake Park, Washington Park
Local Schools
Public School District: Chartiers-Houston School District
Public High Schools: Chartiers-Houston Junior/Senior High School
Searching for a Home in Greater Pittsburgh?
Contact CENTURY 21 Frontier and let's talk about your home buying goals. Whether you're relocating to Pittsburgh, looking for a house with more space, or searching for a lovely community to call home, we can help you with everything you need. Call us at 724.941.8680 to get started.