Rolling hills, top-ranked schools, and a luxury home market that keeps outperforming expectations. Marie Pace has lived and sold here for over two decades.
The North Hills of Pittsburgh is not a single town. It is a collection of communities that together form the most sought-after suburban corridor in western Pennsylvania. Stretching north from the city along I-79 and Route 19, through Allegheny County and into Butler County, the North Hills encompasses everything from established first-ring suburbs to luxury estates nestled in wooded cul-de-sacs and private golf course communities.
What draws buyers here is a combination that is genuinely hard to find at this price point: consistently top-ranked public schools, world-class medical access through UPMC and Allegheny Health Network, gently rolling terrain that feels distinctly removed from the city, and commute times to downtown Pittsburgh that rarely exceed 30 minutes.
Marie Pace has spent her entire career in this market. She lives here. She knows which streets get the best school assignments, which communities have the strongest resale history, and which off-market listings will never make it to Zillow.
Each community in the North Hills has its own character, price point, and lifestyle.
The North Hills' most recognized address. Upscale retail, North Allegheny and Pine-Richland schools, and a wide range of luxury single-family homes and new construction.
A quieter, more wooded character with Hampton Township and North Allegheny school options. Growing luxury inventory and proximity to both the North Hills corridor and Fox Chapel.
Butler County living with Mars Area School District. Known for newer construction, larger lots, and excellent value at the luxury price point.
A private gated golf course community straddling Gibsonia and Mars, home to approximately 1,000 residences. One of western Pennsylvania's most exclusive addresses.
Home to Ross Park Mall, North Allegheny School District, and some of the North Hills' most established luxury neighborhoods with strong resale values.
Franklin Park offers North Allegheny schools and proximity to major corridors. Hampton Township is known for its school district and tree-lined suburban character.
School district quality is the single most consistent driver of home values in the North Hills. All four major districts serving this corridor rank among the best in Pennsylvania, and each has a distinct geographic footprint. Marie knows every boundary.
Marie Pace is a Pittsburgh area native who has called the North Hills home throughout her 23-year career with Howard Hanna. She is ranked in the Top 1.5% of all Realtors Nationwide and has built her business on off-market access, deep community knowledge, and a track record of results that speak for themselves.
Whether you are relocating from out of state and need someone who knows the difference between a Wexford address in North Allegheny versus Pine-Richland, or you are a longtime Pittsburgh resident ready to move up to Treesdale, Marie brings knowledge that only comes from being genuinely embedded in this market.
What communities make up the North Hills of Pittsburgh?
The North Hills includes Wexford, Gibsonia, Mars, McCandless Township, Franklin Park, Marshall Township, Hampton Township, Bradford Woods, Pine Township, Allison Park, and the gated Treesdale community, spanning both Allegheny and Butler counties and connected by I-79, I-279, and Route 19.
What are the best school districts in the North Hills of Pittsburgh?
The North Hills is served by four highly-ranked districts: North Allegheny School District (Wexford, McCandless, Franklin Park), Pine-Richland School District (Wexford, Gibsonia, Mars zip codes), Hampton Township School District (Gibsonia, Allison Park), and Mars Area School District (Adams Township). All four rank consistently among the best in Pennsylvania.
What is the real estate market like in the North Hills of Pittsburgh?
The North Hills is one of the Pittsburgh region's most consistently in-demand suburban corridors, with luxury homes regularly selling from $700,000 to over $2 million. Top-rated schools, easy highway access via I-79 and Route 19, and world-class medical facilities make it a perennial favorite among relocation buyers and move-up families.
Who is the best real estate agent in the North Hills of Pittsburgh?
Marie Pace is a Howard Hanna REALTOR ranked in the Top 1.5% of all Realtors Nationwide, with 23+ years of experience and deep roots in the North Hills. She lives in this corridor and specializes in luxury homes, relocation, golf course communities, and exclusive off-market listings across Wexford, Gibsonia, Mars, Treesdale, and surrounding communities.
What makes the North Hills a good place to buy a home?
The North Hills combines top public schools, a natural wooded setting, easy commutes to downtown Pittsburgh, access to UPMC and Allegheny Health Network facilities, golf course communities like Treesdale, and a luxury home market that offers exceptional value compared to coastal markets.
From Treesdale to Wexford to Mars, Marie Pace knows every community, every school district boundary, and every listing before it hits the market.