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10 Reasons Why We Don’t Love Living in Pittsburgh

When we first published our article about 10 reasons why we love living in Pittsburgh, we naturally braced for some pushback, since some of the reasons we love the city are also things people dislike about it.

We get it, and totally fair in many cases!

A good example here of a love/hate relationship is, perhaps, the weather. We love that we have four seasons and that the climate here is relatively mild (from a global standpoint, at least). But while that is also a perk, we'd be remiss if we didn't note that the number of cloudy and/or grey days is substantial. One positive and a negative on the other side of the coin.

So in this one, we thought we'd flip that around and take a realistic look at some of the things we don't like about living in Pittsburgh for a balanced counterpoint- the weather will be included here as well.

Of course, everyone reading this should know by now that we really love living here (let's be honest- we wouldn't have started this site and lived here as long as we have if we didn't). But we are also practical by nature and are never shy about discussing faults that could be better- especially if you are considering moving here and want to know some very real downsides that are, admittedly, getting better as time goes on.

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10 Reasons Why We Love Living in Pittsburgh

Given that we have written a destination blog for Pittsburgh for over a decade, it is a pretty safe assumption to think that we love Pittsburgh.

We really, really do.

Every so often, we're contacted by possible future residents who are considering moving to the Steel City and asked about why we love Pittsburgh, and that question requires a lot of unpacking.

So in this one, we thought we'd share 10 of our favorite things about Pittsburgh that prospective residents should know before moving here!

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10 Excellent International Grocery Stores in Pittsburgh

Pittsburgh's regional grocery store scene leaves a lot to be desired, we have to admit. 

Thankfully, we have a lot of international grocery stores in the region that fill in the gap and provide unique food options that you may not get at a conventional grocer (with many at prices at, or better than, our local chains!).

So in this one, we thought we'd take a look at ten international grocers that have some of our favorite selections in the city. Whether you're looking for Asian, Italian, Greek, Middle Eastern, Indian, or Eastern European, we've got you covered in this one!

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5 Reasons to Love Living in Squirrel Hill

Squirrel Hill is one of our favorite neighborhoods in Pittsburgh, and between its large, historic homes, thriving business district, and other great amenities, it doesn't take long to see why that is.

So in this one, we want to share some of the best reasons to love living in Squirrel Hill North and Squirrel Hill South and give other tips to keep in mind!

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Where We Regularly Shop for Food in Pittsburgh

Since founding Discover the Burgh, we've been fortunate enough to visit many stores in Pittsburgh and southwest PA. 

We always like to buy something at every place we visit to support local as much as possible, and some businesses we have become big fans of that we are now regular customers (or, at least, as regular as running a site like ours allows).

So in this one, we thought we'd talk shopping, particularly food shopping, and share a summary of all of the stores you are likely to find us as regulars. So whether you're looking for a new farm for meat, a new brewery for beer, a cheese shop, or simply a place to pick up a delicious pastry, the following are some of the places we visit the most!

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30+ Local Services to Know When Living in Pittsburgh

If you're considering moving to Pittsburgh or nearby boroughs in Pennsylvania, there are a number of government services you may want to know about.

From local tax offices to public transit, parks, and an array of transit considerations, there are a number of services that help residents out in all avenues of life.

In this one, we wanted to share about local services and government agencies we think you will want to know about when living in Pittsburgh. Know of something we're missing? Be sure to contact us and let us know!

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5 of the Best Pittsburgh Facebook Groups to Join

If there is any social network that is present the most in our everyday lives, it is likely Facebook. 3 Billion people are thought to use the network every month, and when it comes to finding local content relative to your interests, odds are good you can do it there.

We may be biased here, because we maintain a strong presence on Facebook too (check out our page here), but it is true that you can find just about everything on the network- good, bad, or otherwise.

In this one, we thought we'd take a dive into some of the best Facebook groups out there that are Pittsburgh focused. Ranging from things to do to food, buy nothing groups, neighborhood groups, and more, you really can get a lot of information just by joining a few groups!

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5 Reasons to Love Living in Mount Washington

Many Pittsburgh residents dream of living in Mount Washington. This neighborhood is one of the best spots in the city for great views of the skyline, access to tourist experiences like riding on the Inclines, and, of course, great restaurants and amenities.

We were really fortunate to live in Mount Washington as renters for several years and thoroughly enjoyed our experience. Although we have since moved to the North Side, we often dream about potentially one day returning.

So in this one, we thought we'd focus on what the neighborhood is like for those considering moving there, where we share some of the reasons we love Mount Washington as a place to live, and also share some other important details to keep in mind before moving in.

Please Note: The area that most call Mount Washington typically also includes the city neighborhood of Duquesne Heights near the Duquesne Incline to the west in addition to the city neighborhood of Mount Washington. For the purpose of this article, we're calling both “Mount Washington” as the same logic applies to both neighborhoods on the hilltop. 

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5 Reasons to Love Living in the Mexican War Streets

Pittsburgh's housing scene has been booming in recent years, and some neighborhoods have really become quite the popular spots to live, work, and play.

In this series, we thought it'd be fun to take a look at the major neighborhoods in Pittsburgh and share some reasons why you will love living there, plus give additional tips and insider advice you need to keep in mind before deciding to rent or buy a house in the Mexican War Streets.

So let's take a look at one of our favorite areas in Pittsburgh, the Mexican War Streets, and share some of our favorite details for residents!

Looking for a real estate agent? Get in touch with a Pittsburgh real estate agent today!

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10 Questions to Ask Your Pittsburgh Real Estate Agent Before Buying

Are you thinking of buying a house in Pittsburgh and looking to get started with a real estate agent? 

Before you sign on with an agent and start looking at houses, be prepared with a list of questions to help your agent understand your wants and needs and to get valuable feedback into the Pittsburgh marketplace at large.

In this one, we wanted to share some of the most important questions you may want to consider asking!

If you need an agent for your house search, get in touch with a real estate agent in Pittsburgh today!

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