Category: Communities

Welcome to Pine Township!

Boasting an active community and amenities to please, there’s much to love about this town named for its abundance of pine trees! Located roughly 18 miles north of Pittsburgh, Pine Township has a lot to offer anyone looking for a suburban setting. Easy access to shopping, recreational activities and top-notch education make this suburb the perfect place to call home. 

The Neighborhoods

The Parks

The Shopping & Dining

The Schools

Pittsburgh has a large selection of desirable suburbs and neighborhoods to suit everyone’s taste and style. One of the most sought out and desirable suburbs in the North Pittsburgh region is Marshall Township. Located approximately 20 minutes north of Pittsburgh, this suburb offers close proximity to the city while still providing the luxury of living in the suburbs. Here are a few of our favorite features of Marshall Township, Pennsylvania:

The Neighborhoods

Marshall Township boasts a wide variety of beautiful residential neighborhoods. One neighborhood that we love in particular is the newest luxury development, Mallard Pond.  This development is located just .4 miles from I79 and minutes from Marshall Township parks with easy access to Wexford and Cranberry Township shopping and restaurants. The second phase of Mallard Pond is underway and homebuyers have the option to choose from five premier custom homebuilders.

The Parks

Not only does Marshall Township have wonderful residential neighborhoods, but it also home to Knob Hill Park. The park spans over 157 acres and offers pavilions to rent, baseball fields, pony league fields, volleyball courts, sledding hill, horseshoe pits, nature trails, a newly updated playground, and an 18-hole disc golf course. In addition to Knob Hill Park, residents also have the option of Warrendale and Altmyer Parks.

The Dining

This could possibly be our favorite feature of Marshall Township. There’s a little bit of everything to suit everyone’s taste. The options range from steakhouses to Mexican to Italian and seafood, and not to mention, fun, casual options like Bakn and House of 1000 Beers. One of our favorite spots any time of year is Off The Hook. If you love seafood, this is the place for you.

The Schools

Marshall Township is located in the top-rated North Allegheny School District. When we say top-rated, we are not joking. North Allegheny is ranked #1 in the state of Pennsylvania for athletics, #2 in the state for best teachers, and #4 in the state for best places to teach. Read more about North Allegheny School District’s rankings on Niche.com.

Pittsburgh has a large selection of desirable suburbs and neighborhoods to suit everyone’s taste and style. One of our favorite neighborhoods in the North Pittsburgh region is Gibsonia. Located just 25 minutes northeast of Pittsburgh, Gibsonia offers close proximity to the city while still providing the luxury of living in the suburbs. Here are a few of our favorite features of Gibsonia, Pennsylvania:

The Neighborhoods

Whether you want to live in a residential neighborhood or have a little bit of land of your own, Gibsonia has something for everyone. One neighborhood that we love in particular is Treesdale. Quiet, quaint and safe are just a few words you could use to describe the Treesdale community. The Treesdale Country Club has a little bit to offer for everyone in the family; from the 27-hole championship golf course to the outdoor swimming complex to club dining at Arnie’s Tavern.

The Parks

North Park is conveniently located just five minutes outside of Gibsonia. The park offers 3,075 acres of trails, shelters, playgrounds, and recreation facilities.  There is something for everyone at North Park. Spend your day kayaking on the lake or taking your pup to the dog park. End your day at the park enjoying dinner on the water at the Boat House. In addition to North Park, Gibsonia is also home to Richland Township Community Park. Richland Township Community Park offers multiple sports facilities/fields, pavilions to rent, as well as playgrounds and a splash pad for the little ones!

The Dining

Gibsonia has a wide variety of restaurants and dining options. Everything from big chains to local spots. Wine lover? One of our favorite spots in the summertime is Narcisi Winery. Craft beer is more your style? Gibsonia is also home to Strange Roots Beer and Barrel Junction. Some other favorite local spots include Atria’s, Aviva Brick Oven, The Clubhouse, and Emiliano’s Mexican Restaurant & Bar.

The Schools

Gibsonia is located in the Hampton School District as well as the Pine Richland School District. You won’t find that you have to compromise when it comes to school districts. Hampton was rated #6 in the state of Pennsylvania for school districts with the best teachers, amongst several other top-ratings. Pine Richland is not only is it known for its academics but was also rated #15 in the state of Pennsylvania for athletics and #2 in the Pittsburgh area for athletics. According to Niche.com, both school districts are rated with an overall grade of ‘A’ or higher.

On behalf of Kevin Mihm – Howard Hanna Real Estate Services and Treesdale Golf & Country Club, we would like to extend a “Warm Welcome” to the North Hills and surrounding communities. We have a fantastic opportunity for new residents with the purchase of your new North Hills home. Treesdale Golf & Country Club will apply a $250 CREDIT towards the current Initiation Fee of a Full Golf Membership at our Club*. The membership application must be completed within ninety (90) days of home closing.

Treesdale Golf & Country Club proudly features a spectacular 27-Hole Championship Golf Course designed by the legendary Arnold Palmer. This course is beautiful, challenging, but playable for all caliber of golfers. Our facility offers a contemporary and spacious Clubhouse, upscale dining in the Grille Room, adult casual dining and cocktails in Arnie’s Tavern (no food/beverage minimums), Tennis & Junior Olympic Swim Complex, Fitness Center, and so much more! In addition to all of our amentities, we also offer multiple event spaces for social events, holiday brunches, wedding receptions, retirement parties, corporate meetings, birthday parties, and much more. Treesdale Golf & Country Club has a variety of memberships to suit every lifestyle!

After the purchase of your new home, please contact Denise Martin (Denise.Martin@ClubCorp.com) to schedule your personal tour, play a round of complimentary golf, or enjoy a complimentary meal here at our Club. On behalf of Treesdale Golf & Country Club and Howard Hanna Real Estate Services, thank you for considering the North Hills for your new home.

*In regards to the $250 credit, we cannot substitute, combine, or use it for cash value. All applicants must complete proper paperwork and present this letter at time of Application for Membership. Must complete application within ninety (90) days of closing on their new home. Offer is subject to change/end at any time and some restrictions may apply.