Swissvale City Property Records in Pennsylvania

Swissvale is a borough in Allegheny County, just east of Pittsburgh, and its records run through county offices in downtown Pittsburgh. The Allegheny County Department of Real Estate records deeds and mortgages, and the Allegheny County Office of Property Assessments publishes parcel ownership and assessed values through its online property assessment search. Tax payments are collected by the Allegheny County Treasurer, with municipal bills handled through the borough. Ownership disputes go to the Allegheny County Court of Common Pleas. These agencies are the official sources for Swissvale property records.

Avg. Household Income
Avg. Household Income:
$60,114
Avg. Home Price
Avg. Home Price:
$141,300
Avg. Property Tax Amount
Avg. Property Tax Amount:
$2,469
Avg. Property Tax
Avg. Property Tax:
2%
Median Gross Rent
Median Gross Rent:
$1,097 / mo
Owner Occupied Housing Rate
Owner Occupied Housing Rate:
47%
Population
Population:
8,499

Swissvale Property and Community Statistics

What Are the Crime Rates

This section presents reported crime data for Swissvale, covering both violent crimes and property crimes. The violent crime figures include murder, robberies, and assaults, with counts of 0, 6, and 20 respectively. The property crime figures include total property crimes, burglaries, and motor vehicle thefts, with counts of 157, 12, and 41.

These figures give a snapshot of the crime reported in Swissvale, showing how many incidents fall into each category. Readers can compare the volume of violent and property crime, and see that total property crimes have the highest count. The figures describe what was reported and do not, on their own, explain the causes behind those incidents.

Robberies
Robberies:
6
Burglary
Burglary:
12
Murder
Murder:
0
Auto Theft
Auto Theft:
41
Theft
Theft:
104
Assault
Assault:
20
Sex Offenders
Sex Offenders:
0

What Is the Population Profile of Swissvale

Swissvale's Race and Ethnicity data shows a population in which White residents make up the largest share, at 58% (4,961 residents). The three largest groups are White (58%, 4,961 residents), Black (27%, 2,329 residents), and Two + Races (6%, 527 residents). Hispanic (4%, 359 residents) and Asian (3%, 290 residents) follow, while Other Race (0.38%, 32 residents) and American Indian (0.01%, 1 resident) are smaller, and Pacific Islander residents are recorded at 0%.

White
58%
4,961
Black
27%
2,329
Two + Races
6%
527
Hispanic
4%
359
Asian
3%
290
Other Race
0.38%
32
American Indian
0.01%
1
Pacific Islander
0%
0

Swissvale, Ratings Compared Across Pennsylvania B+

The ratings for Swissvale cover different aspects of life in the city. Commute and Diversity each receive the highest grade at A, followed by Nightlife at A-. Other notable ratings include Walkability (A-), Cost of Living (B+), and Public Schools (C-). The ratings provide an overview of key quality-of-life categories.

Public Schools
Public Schools
C-
Cost of Living
Cost of Living
B+
Health & Fitness
Health & Fitness
B+
Outdoor Activities
Outdoor Activities
B+
Nightlife
Nightlife
A-
Weather
Weather
C
Commute
Commute
A
Access to Bars
Access to Bars
A-
Access to Coffee Shops
Access to Coffee Shops
B-
Access to Outdoor Activities
Access to Outdoor Activities
B+
Access to Parks
Access to Parks
A-
Access to Restaurants
Access to Restaurants
B
Crime & Safety
Crime & Safety
N/G
Diversity
Diversity
A
Good for Families
Good for Families
B-
Good for Retirees
Good for Retirees
B
Good for Young Professionals
Good for Young Professionals
A-
Housing
Housing
B-
Jobs
Jobs
B-
Walkability
Walkability
A-

How Educated Is Swissvale

Swissvale's Education data shows residents' educational attainment, including High School (22%), Bachelor Degree (22%), and Masters Degree (13%). The data also includes other available education levels.

High School
22%
Bachelor Degree
22%
Associate Degree
13%
Masters Degree
13%
Some College
13%
Below High School
3%
Doctorate
1%

When Were Homes Built

Swissvale's Home Age data shows when homes were built across different construction periods. Most homes were built during Before 1939 (49%), followed by 1940 - 1959 (20%) and 1960 - 1979 (19%). The data also includes other available construction periods.

Before 1939
49%
1940 - 1959
20%
1960 - 1979
19%
1980 - 1999
11%
2000 - Present
1%

How Many Bedrooms Do Homes Have?

Swissvale's Home Size data shows the distribution of homes by number of bedrooms. Most homes have 2 Bedrooms (41%), followed by 3 Bedrooms (30%) and 1 Bedroom (17%). The data also includes other available bedroom categories.

2 Bedrooms
41%
3 Bedrooms
30%
1 Bedroom
17%
4 Bedrooms
8%
5 or More Bedrooms
3%
No Bedrooms
1%

What Is the Average Age

Swissvale's Population data shows the distribution of residents by age group. The largest groups are 25 - 34 (20%), 65 Plus (18%), and 35 - 44 (16%). The data also includes other available age groups.

25 - 34
20%
65 Plus
18%
35 - 44
16%
45 - 54
13%
55 - 64
12%
Under 10
9%
10 - 17
7%
18 - 24
6%

Property Market Trends at Swissvale

Swissvale's property market remains strong, with the median home price reaching approximately $141,300. Suburban areas, however, offer more affordable housing options. The rental market is also competitive, with the median rent around $1,097 per month. Despite high demand and limited inventory, the market remains resilient, attracting both buyers and investors seeking long-term value in Swissvale's dynamic real estate landscape.

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