Jefferson Hills, PA 116 Apartments for Rent

"The Great Allegheny Passage is one of the Best Fall Trips." - National Geographic

Named after Thomas Jefferson, the town of Jefferson Hills is in Allegheny County, Pennsylvania. This is a popular residential area close to Pittsburgh and is known for its beautiful fall colors. There is history here, too, with connections dating back to the Revolutionary War and the Native Americans. Jefferson Hills has a lot going on within the community and is a really popular place to live and visit with many people also enjoying vacations on the Great Allegheny Passage nearby. Whether you like active sports or a quieter lifestyle, Jefferson Hills is a place to consider.

Moving to Jefferson Hills

If you are planning a move to Pennsylvania there are some great places to live in Jefferson Hills. The city website is a good resource for those wanting to rent an apartment and live in town. You'll find sections on anything from residential occupancy permits to garbage collection and community groups. It is also a useful contact for those planning any building work in their new home. There are also lots of storage facilities and removal companies in and around Jefferson Hills that can help with the move.

Make sure you bring all your paperwork with you to make the process as smooth as possible. This means you'll need letters of reference (personal and business), rental history, a recent credit report to prove you're not drowning in debt, and enough cash for whatever the security deposit may be, which is usually first and last month's rent.

Neighborhoods

Jefferson Hills has some lovely neighborhoods, each with their own distinctive character.

Coal Valley: This is a neighborhood made up of small homes and townhouses as well as apartments to rent and buy. It's made up of both renters and owner occupiers and is within easy reach of the downtown area. Most homes were built between the 1940s and the 1960s and are above the average price in Pittsburgh but cheaper than other parts of the East Coast. China Park and Boston Diner are in this area for when you don't feel like cooking.

Borough Centre: This area has homes for rentand to buy and is more expensive than other places in Pennsylvania. That said, demand often outstrips supply as it is a really popular place to live. There is a mix of large and smaller homes here and most were built during the 1970s and the 1990s. Chow down at the Olde Large Hotel Pizza Bar.

Bridgeville: Close to Jefferson Hills, Bridgeville is a small borough with a mix of medium-size homes and apartments as well as duplexes to rent. Many people commute to the surrounding cities using public transportation from here and prices tend to be average for Pennsylvania.

Green Tree: Also near Jefferson Hills, Green Tree is a small community with nature reserves and a lot of open space. You'll find larger and medium-sized homes here as well as places to rent. This is a beautiful neighborhood and people enjoy it for the sense of community.

Living in Jefferson Hills

Jefferson Hills is a popular place to live with some great facilities. Its low crime rates appeal to those moving here and there is always something happening in town. Whether it is a farmers market or an arts performance, you'll find lots of ways to get to know people. There are community groups for all ages and ways to get more active. Sports are popular in town and, with so many places to hike or cycle, you'll find lots of ways to get to know the place you live. This is a warm and friendly place to settle and has good transportation links to larger cities. In Jefferson Hills, you can benefit from cities and their amenities nearby and have the advantage of a smaller community for home.