Brighton Heights - Neighborhood of Pittsburgh

Brighton Heights is a quiet, friendly, and family-oriented neighborhood. Its residents like the term "urban suburban" -- all the advantages of the city, but the feel of a small town.

Location:
Brighton Heights is located north of Downtown Pittsburgh. It is situated on the north shore of the Ohio River, and is surrounded by the Pittsburgh neighborhoods of Observatory Hill and Marshall-Shadeland.

Attractions & Recreation:
The Brighton Heights neighborhood is bordered to the east by Riverview Park, one of the city's largest and most beautiful parks. Along with the world renowned Allegheny Observatory, the park offers a swimming pool, tennis and basketball courts, picnic shelters and hiking, biking and horseback riding trails.

Homes & Housing:
The large, affordable homes in Brighton Heights offer and array of charming touches. Front porches that extend the width of the house suggests images of long, lazy summer evenings on wooden swings and friendly chats with neighbors.

Brighton Heights is represented by Pittsburgh City Council District 1.