The Pittsburgh luxury market offers what no coastal city can match: genuine estate-quality living at a fraction of the price. Marie Pace has been its top specialist for over two decades.
Pittsburgh's luxury real estate market offers something increasingly rare in 2026: genuine value. Homes that would command $5 million to $10 million in coastal markets -- estate-sized lots, custom construction, premium finishes, gated communities, Arnold Palmer golf courses -- trade in the $1 million to $3.5 million range here. The city's median home price sits 39% below the national average, and the luxury segment follows the same pattern.
In Pittsburgh, the luxury threshold begins at approximately $700,000 -- representing the top 5% of the local market. At that price point and above, buyers find a world of options: private golf course estates in Treesdale, historic riverfront properties in Sewickley, architecturally significant homes in Fox Chapel, and newer custom builds on multiple acres throughout the North Hills corridor.
Marie Pace is a Certified Luxury Specialist and member of Howard Hanna's Hanna Luxury division. She has spent 23 years building the network, the market knowledge, and the off-market access that serious luxury buyers and sellers require.
The Pittsburgh luxury market routinely delivers estate-quality properties at prices that would be unimaginable in comparable cities.
Marie Pace specializes in the North Hills luxury corridor and serves buyers across the full Pittsburgh luxury market.
Western PA's premier gated golf course community on 1,400 acres. Arnold Palmer-designed 27-hole course, resort amenities, and custom estates. Marie lives here.
North Hills' most recognized luxury address. North Allegheny and Pine-Richland schools, estate lots in communities like Venango Trails and North Park Manor.
Pittsburgh's historic luxury benchmark. Top-5 Pennsylvania schools, estate-sized lots, and some of the region's most architecturally significant properties.
Historic riverfront estates with walkable access to a charming main street. One of Pittsburgh's most storied luxury addresses with generational appeal.
Growing luxury inventory on larger lots with lower Butler County taxes. Custom builds, wooded estates, and Treesdale access define the top end of this market.
Urban luxury in Pittsburgh's most prestigious city neighborhoods. Historic architecture, walkability, and proximity to CMU, Pitt, and major medical centers.
Luxury real estate is not just a higher price point. It is a different transaction. The buyer pool is smaller and more qualified. The marketing requirements are more demanding. The off-market inventory matters more. The negotiation stakes are higher. And the agent's network -- built over years of operating at this level -- is often the single most important factor in the outcome.
Marie Pace has spent 23 years building relationships in the Pittsburgh luxury market. She has access to listings that never appear on Zillow or the MLS. She knows which luxury sellers are considering a move before they make it public. And through Howard Hanna's Hanna Luxury platform, she delivers elevated property marketing -- professional photography, targeted exposure to qualified buyers, and a network that spans Howard Hanna's full multi-state footprint.
For sellers, that means maximum exposure to the right buyers. For buyers, it means access to inventory that the general market simply never sees.
Marie Pace holds the Certified Luxury Specialist designation, is affiliated with Howard Hanna's Hanna Luxury division, and is ranked in the Top 1.5% of all Realtors Nationwide. She has represented buyers and sellers at every price point in the Pittsburgh luxury market for over 23 years.
Her track record includes sales from $700,000 to well over $2 million throughout Treesdale, Wexford, Gibsonia, Mars, and the broader North Hills. If it is a luxury property in Pittsburgh's northern corridor, she has either sold it or knows the seller.
What qualifies as luxury real estate in Pittsburgh PA?
Luxury real estate in Pittsburgh is generally defined as homes priced at $700,000 and above, representing the top 5% of the local market. These properties typically feature premium materials, custom construction, high-end finishes, and locations in prestigious communities such as Fox Chapel, Sewickley, Treesdale, Wexford, Shadyside, and the North Hills corridor.
What are the best luxury real estate communities near Pittsburgh?
The top luxury communities near Pittsburgh include Treesdale Golf and Country Club ($950K-$3.5M+), Fox Chapel ($750K-$5M+), Sewickley ($750K-$4M+), Wexford ($700K-$2M+), Shadyside and Squirrel Hill ($750K-$5M+), and the Gibsonia and Mars corridor ($700K-$2M+). Each offers a distinct lifestyle, architecture, and school district profile.
Who is the best luxury real estate agent in Pittsburgh PA?
Marie Pace is a Certified Luxury Specialist and Howard Hanna REALTOR ranked in the Top 1.5% of all Realtors Nationwide with 23+ years of experience. Affiliated with Hanna Luxury, she has represented buyers and sellers at the highest price points throughout Pittsburgh's North Hills market, including sales up to $2 million and above.
Why buy luxury real estate in Pittsburgh instead of other markets?
Pittsburgh offers exceptional value in the luxury segment. Homes that cost $5-10 million in coastal markets trade for $1-3 million in Pittsburgh's premier communities. Combined with top-ranked schools, low cost of living, a diversified economy anchored by healthcare and technology, and consistent appreciation, Pittsburgh's luxury market offers one of the best risk-adjusted value propositions in the country.
What does the Hanna Luxury designation mean?
Hanna Luxury is Howard Hanna Real Estate's premium marketing platform for high-end properties. Affiliated agents like Marie Pace receive specialized luxury marketing tools, elevated property presentation, targeted exposure to qualified luxury buyers, and access to Howard Hanna's network of luxury clients across their multi-state footprint.
From Treesdale estates to North Hills custom builds, Marie Pace brings 23 years of luxury market expertise and off-market access that no other agent in this corridor can match.