Ross Township
Established, accessible, and surprisingly affordable — Ross Township is the North Hills entry point that resale data consistently validates.
The Accessible North Hills Entry Point
Ross Township is one of the most underappreciated addresses in Pittsburgh's North Hills — established, well-maintained, and offering the most direct highway connection to Downtown of any North Hills municipality. For buyers who need proximity to the city without paying Fox Chapel prices, Ross is consistently the conversation.
The housing stock here is predominantly postwar — ranches, bi-levels, and colonials from the 1950s through 1980s on modest lots. Prices reflect the age of construction: detached SFR ranges broadly from $170K to $310K+, with renovated and larger homes at the upper end. For first-time buyers, investors, or buyers transitioning from the city to the suburbs, Ross offers the lowest barrier to North Hills ownership.
The North Hills School District serves Ross Township and while it ranks below North Allegheny, it's a well-funded, competitive district with programs that meet most families' needs — and the tax basis is substantially lower than NA municipalities.
Commercial access is strong — McKnight Road and Perry Highway provide full-service retail corridors with grocery, medical, banking, and dining within minutes. The I-279 on-ramp at McKnight Road puts Downtown Pittsburgh less than 15 minutes away in off-peak traffic.
Why Buyers Choose Ross Township
Closest North Hills to Downtown
I-279 from Ross puts the CBD at 12–15 minutes — shortest commute of any North Hills municipality.
Lowest North Hills Entry Price
$170K–$300K SFR range makes Ross accessible to first-time buyers and investors.
North Hills SD
Solid, well-funded district at significantly lower millage than North Allegheny.
McKnight Road Corridor
Full retail, medical, and service infrastructure directly accessible without highway time.
Homes for Sale in Ross Township
Live listings from West Penn Multi-List — filtered specifically for Ross Township, PA.
