Pittsburgh Neighborhoods: Bloomfield

When it comes to living in one of the most affordable cities in America, you have many Pittsburgh neighborhoods to choose from. Whether it be the more rambunctious and youthful neighborhood of South Side or the more traditional Polish Hill, each neighborhood comes with its own characteristics and feel that cannot be found anywhere else. One neighborhood in particular that seems to fall in between tradition and youth, is Bloomfield.

Known as “Pittsburgh’s Little Italy,” Bloomfield has strong roots in Italian ancestry dating back more than 5 generations. With a mix that also includes, German, Polish and many other backgrounds, Bloomfield is composed of cultures with strong ties to hard work and tradition. It’s character is often described as gritty, blue-collar and proud of it. With its neighborhood butcher shop, two churches, grocery store, multiple book shops, delicious restaurants, real blue-collar bars, and multiple parks, it’s Bloomfield’s charm, as well as location, that makes it such a great traditional neighborhood.

Situated at the top of Liberty Avenue hill, Bloomfield is just a few minutes drive and 10-15 minute bike ride from most of Pittsburgh. Head across the Bloomfield Bridge and you’re conveniently just a road or two away from several Oakland universities, Polish Hill and the Hill District. Take a minute or two trip down the Liberty Avenue or Penn Avenue hill and you’ll find yourself knee deep in Pittsburgh’s vibrant Strip District and Downtown region. Take Liberty Avenue or Penn Avenue towards Point Breeze and within just a minute or two you could pass through East Liberty, Garfield, Shadyside and Squirrel Hill. And if you travel down to Butler Street, you’ll find yourself smack in the middle of one of Pittsburgh’s most hip neighborhoods, Lawrenceville.

While “Pittsburgh’s Little Italy,” seems to become more popular every day, Bloomfield is just one of the many welcoming and warm Pittsburgh neighborhoods. And with endless opportunity that is also affordable, Pittsburgh neighborhoods continue to grow not just in size, but in rich culture and tradition, too. There is no doubt that Pittsburgh is a strong city with a plethora of neighborhoods overflowing with both tradition and diversity. The only question is, which neighborhood is right for you?

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