c.1924 Pennsylvania Home For Sale With Original Elements $95K

Welcome to this spacious 3 bedroom 3 story all brick home in New Kensington. Generously sized living room and dining room make for a Perfect place for entertaining guests. Detached garage accessible from the back alley or park right in front. Great opportunity to own your own home or for an investor. Close to shopping, parks, Rt 910, Rt 28 and a short drive to the Pa Turnpike & downtown Pittsburgh.

• 3bed
• 1bath
• 1,547sqft
• 4,800sqft lot
• Circa 1924

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Contact Realtor: Jan Jursa

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Life in New Ken: The Pros & Cons

Pros

Living in New Kensington means your money goes a lot further. Housing is notably affordable—often far below both state and national averages—making it appealing for first-time buyers or anyone tired of sky-high prices.

There’s also a strong small-town feel. It’s the kind of place where neighbors know each other, and there’s a sense of community that’s becoming harder to find.

Location is another quiet advantage. You’re about 20 minutes from Pittsburgh, so you can enjoy a slower, more affordable lifestyle while still having access to jobs, entertainment, and bigger-city amenities.

Plus, the city is working on a comeback. Revitalization efforts, a growing arts scene, and new manufacturing developments are slowly breathing life back into the area.

Cons

That affordability often reflects deeper challenges. Job opportunities can be limited locally, and the economy is still recovering from decades of industrial decline.

Some areas struggle with higher poverty rates and fewer resources, which can impact overall quality of life.

Crime is another factor to consider—rates are higher than the national average in some categories, so choosing the right neighborhood matters.

And while it has essentials, New Kensington isn’t a hotspot for dining, shopping, or nightlife. For more variety, you’ll likely find yourself heading into Pittsburgh fairly often.