The South Side of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is an energetic and eclectic mix of businesses and restaurants, family homes, and professional and student living, all located across the Monongahela River from downtown Pittsburgh.
The South Side is comprised of two main sections, the South Side Flats and the South Side Slopes. The Slopes include homes and businesses built into the naturally-elevated topography of Pittsburgh’s South Hills. (The Slopes also offer the perfect view of Pittsburgh’s famed city skyline!)
The South Side Flats span the main thoroughfare, East Carson Street, and include the surrounding streets on either side, with the Monongahela River bordering the area’s most northern location and the Slopes to its south. The South Side Flats are made up of both business and residential areas, featuring a wide variety of restaurants, shopping, apartments, lofts, cultural activities and dynamic nightlife options.
Shopping on Pittsburgh’s South Side
Unique boutiques abound along Carson Street and down the South Side streets. At the western end of Carson Street in the Southside, artisan jewelry and decor meet antiques, retro toys, used books, music and more. Eastbound, toward Pittsburgh’s imposing Hot Metal Bridge lies The Southside Works, with upscale shopping options featuring well-known designers, athletic gear and all the kitchen tools and gadgets you’d need for a large party, or a simple meal for one.
In between these areas, South Side residents have access to a major grocery store, and also enjoy seasonally local products, meats, cheese and other home-grown items through the South Side’s weekly Farmer’s Market.
Dining, South Side Style
Whether you need a latte to get you going, you’re seeking a quick bite, you want a full, elegant meal or just a little dessert to top off the evening, the South Side has what you’re looking for. In the mood for Mexican, Chinese, Thai, sushi, pasta, or even Irish fare– or maybe you’re just looking for a great American cheeseburger: the South Side has it all.
Let the South Side Entertain You
The South Side’s clubs and bars are a great way to check out the latest in local music. The area is known as one of Pittsburgh’s hottest go-to spots where friends gather after a Steelers or Penguins game. At the South Side Works you can catch the latest film. And at the South Side’s Station Square, head out for a night of comedy, or take a cruise on one of Pittsburgh’s Gateway Clipper.
Student Housing in Pittsburgh with South Side Flair
Young professionals find great spaces for rent in the South Side. Apartments and lofts are available right in the heart of South Side living. Ideal for Duquesne, Carnegie Mellon and the University of Pittsburgh graduate or law school students, the area is a much-needed break from campus life but offers the convenience law students and masters or PhD students need to get to classes fast. Student housing in the South Side is available in 1-bedroom, 2-bedroom and 3-bedroom options in apartments or lofts.
Near Public Transportation and Hospital and University Shuttle Lines
With all the excitement and options the South Side has to offer, you may never need to go anywhere else.
But if you do choose to take in the rest of our beautiful City of Bridges, you’ll have no problem getting there. The South Side has quick and easy access to Pittsburgh’s Parkway, the airport, downtown, and the city’s North and Eastern areas, too. Connecting to Duquesne University, Carnegie Mellon University (CMU), and the University of Pittsburgh (Pitt) is a quick ride by car, bus or University Shuttle.
For people working at one of the city’s renowned hospitals like UPMC, Mercy Hospital or Allegheny General Hospital, the trip is also only a matter of minutes, and employee shuttle access is available for many of the local health care systems. Parts of the South Side are also within walking distance of the Carnegie Mellon Entertainment Technology Center (ETC); the Hot Metal Bridge pedestrian walkway makes it a scenic and pleasant jaunt.
Yes, for work or play, Pittsburgh’s South Side is the perfect place to live for today’s young professional or student lifestyle.