c.1910 Pennsylvania Home W/ Pocket Doors and Fireplace $59,900

Clean and ready to move into! Enter into an enclosed porch that is perfect to drop your coats and shoes. Front living room area has gas log FP and built-in bookcase/storage, working pocket doors! Family room has small closet and huge window (would work excellently as fourth bedroom) access to full bath. Dining room has built-in kitchen pantry, buffet/serving area and corner china closet. Cutest galley kitchen includes stove, fridge and counter microwave. Fenced back yard has above ground pool and deck, concrete patio with roll out awning for some much needed shade. What a perfect way to spend the rest of summer! Upstairs are 3 bedrooms each with nice sized closets, and a second full bath! Walk-up attic with plenty of storage area. Basement laundry and even more storage. House could easily be divided into two units, check with local zoning and codes.

If interested in a property, please contact the realtor whose link is provided in the post below, or contact an agent of your own choosing. Independent verification of details and status is recommended. 

Contact Realtor: Armand Ferrara

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The Pros

1. Extreme Housing Affordability & Budget-Friendly Living

   • Low Cost of Entry: Home prices in Charleroi are among the lowest in the state, with median listing and sale values typically hovering between $65,000 and $95,000. Buyers can find historic brick single-family homes and multi-family properties at a fraction of regional benchmarks.

      

   • Stretched Budgets: Property tax brackets and everyday consumer costs remain modest, making the town appealing for first-time buyers, investors, and retirees looking to minimize overhead.

      

2. Commuter Proximity to Pittsburgh & Mon Valley Transit

   • Positioned along I-70 and Route 43 (Mon-Fayette Expressway), Charleroi allows for a straightforward 40-to-45-minute commute into downtown Pittsburgh or the South Hills area.

   • It serves as a central hub within the Mid-Mon Valley, offering easy access to nearby employment hubs in Washington, PA, and Uniontown.

3. Historic Architectural Character & Walkable Core

   • The borough features a walkable downtown grid with historic commercial buildings, classic storefronts, and vintage industrial architecture.

   • Key landmarks, like the historic Coyle Theater (under redevelopment efforts) and local diners, give the downtown core distinct character.

4. Monongahela River Access & Local Parks

   • Situated directly on the Monongahela River, residents enjoy access to riverfront boating, fishing, and scenic water views.

   • Local recreational spaces, including Charleroi Trustees Park and nearby Mon Valley parks, offer green space, sports fields, and walking trails.

The Cons

1. Post-Industrial Economic Stagnation

   • Following the decline of glass manufacturing and heavy industry, Charleroi has struggled with long-term economic contraction and job losses. Local high-paying corporate or technical career paths are limited within borough limits, requiring most residents to commute out of town.

      

2. Underperforming Public Schools

   • The Charleroi Area School District generally posts below-average standardized test scores, reading proficiency, and state academic rankings when compared to broader Pennsylvania averages.

3. Blight & Aging Infrastructure

   • Decades of economic transition have left sections of the town dealing with vacant commercial storefronts, distressed housing stock, and aging municipal roads and water infrastructure. Revitalization projects exist, but progress can be slow.

      

4. Higher Local Crime Rates Relative to Town Size

   • Property crime and localized violent crime rates in Charleroi trend higher than state averages and higher than many surrounding suburban communities. While crime tends to be concentrated in specific blocks, careful neighborhood vetting is recommended.

      

5. Topography & Weather Hazards

   • Low-lying areas near the Monongahela River can be susceptible to localized flooding during heavy spring rainstorms or rapid snowmelt.

   • Steep valley roads around the borough can make winter driving hazardous during snow and ice accumulation.