What are the hidden costs of living in Sewickley?

Annual property tax can be high for the area Homeowners’ insurance costs are above national average Older homes may require more maintenance than newer suburbs

What is the median home price in Sewickley?

The median home price in Sewickley is approximately $416,400.

Sewickley, PA

Updated April 29, 2026 · Would You Live There?

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Verdict

$416K

Median Price

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Walk Score

6.3/10

Schools

29 min

to Pittsburgh, PA

Score Breakdown

FWalkability

0/100

CSchools

63/100

BSafety

78/100

BAffordability

78/100

B+Quietness

80/100

B+Commute

85/100

WYLT Score64/100

Our Take

Sewickley offers a decent price point for a home and a solid commute into Pittsburgh, which is good for remote workers and teachers. However, its almost total lack of walkability, limited public transit, and moderate crime rates mean you’ll still need a car and may not feel like a bustling community. If you value quiet suburban life and can handle the car dependence, it’s worth a closer look.

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The Good

✓Median home price (~$416k) fits a $350k-$450k budget
✓Strong high school options (average rating 6.3, several 9‑rated schools)
✓Short commute to Pittsburgh (~29 min)
✓Low flood risk (Zone X)
✓Good average household income ($119k)

Real Talk

!Walk score is 0 – you’ll need a car for almost everything
!Transit options are basically non‑existent
!Property crime is moderate for a small town
!Air quality is fairly good but traffic from commuters can add local smog
!Higher property taxes and insurance typical for Pennsylvania
$Annual property tax can be high for the area
$Homeowners’ insurance costs are above national average
$Older homes may require more maintenance than newer suburbs

Best For

Suburban familiesRemote workersBudget‑conscious home buyersQuiet livingSchool‑focused residents

Risk Snapshot

Flood riskLow

Violent crimeLow

Property crimeModerate

Air qualityGood

Price volatilityModerate

Crime & Safety

Sewickley, PA

Safety grade

Safety score78 / 100

High riskVery safe

⚠️Violent Crime

Low

1.6incidents / 1,000 residents / yr

0Natl avg (3.7)11+

57% safer than the national average

🔒Property Crime

Moderate

19.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr

0Natl avg (19.5)59+

2% higher than the national average

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Rates are estimated from neighborhood characteristics using national FBI baselines. Actual figures vary by block — always verify with local sources before making decisions.

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