Shadyside

this weeks blog post is going to be about the ritziest neighborhood in Pittsburgh (at least in the city limits) which is Shadyside. Shadyside is considered the richest part of the city and the safest neighborhood as well. Located between Oakland, Friendship, Squirrel Hill, and various other neighbors it is the home to the famous “Chatham University” (the former all girls school). Shadyside is well known for its Walnut street located parallel to 5th avenue it starts at Walnut and Aiken and goes on down Walnut for quite a bit, if you ever get a chance to see Walnut st you will notice some really high brand stores such as the Mac store, Starbucks, Walnut Grille, and Kawaii Gifts. Shadyside is also home to the Shadyside Hospital which is world renown for having some of the best Brain Surgeons in the world and a lot of the folks living within Shadyside are employed through the Hospital. Back during the summit when President Barack Obama came into the city the Pamela’s Diner in Shadyside actually cooked food for the President, his wife Michelle, and his bodyguards! Another street to lay focus to is Ellsworth street which is considered “Pittsburgh Key West” for being home to a lot of gay bars and alcohol. On top of all that Ellsworth is also home to many of the private stores via local businesses and great Japanese Grocery store. There is a lot of great things within Shadyside and when you get a chance(and money) you should consider checking it out. If you’re considering living here keep in mind a small 1br apartment will run you almost $900/mo.