EAST
Edgewater at Oakmont
By Gina Mazza
S
ometimes those of us who live in
Pittsburgh take for granted that we
have three scenic bodies of water
interlacing our downtown region. Now,
Heartland Homes offers an intriguing
new way for urbanites to enjoy the three
rivers. Meet the John Jacob Astor model,
part of the Edgewater at Oakmont
community.
“The cool factor with this mixed-use
community is that it’s situated right along
the Allegheny River and has great river
views,” says Matt Gilley, sales and marketing
representative for Heartland Homes,
builder of the John Jacob Astor model.
(Kacin Development is the builder for the
single-family homes in the community.)
The 40-acre neighborhood occupies the
site of the former Edgewater Steel Plant.
It includes a common area with green
space, walking/bike trails, and easy access
to Oakmont’s charming, brick-paved
business district along Allegheny Avenue.
A concept brought up from the
Washington, D.C., area by Heartland,
these townhomes are massive as far as
townhomes go: from 2,100 square feet
for three bedrooms up to 3,500 square
feet for five bedrooms. The colorful
James Hardie plank board gives the
development a vibrant, clean beach look.
The minute you step inside the foyer that
flows into an expansive great room with
10’ ceilings, it’s obvious that the John
Jacob Astor doesn’t have a “townhome”
feel. The wide-open living space lends
it a contemporary feel. The heart of the
home—the kitchen and dining area—
includes more cabinet and countertop
space than you’ll probably know what
to do with. Upgraded appliances and
countertops are optional. A completely
open floor plan allows room for a family
room and study. A deck off the kitchen
adds to entertaining fun.
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Speaking of decks,
here’s a great idea:
An optional rooftop deck with
media room is the ultimate for
gathering friends, watching boats
go by and having a clear view of
the Fourth of July fireworks.
The upstairs bedrooms are spacious as
well, and include a master suite with walkin closet and optional master bathroom.
The third floor allows the owner to add
a loft. Other inclusions are a finished
recreation room on the lower level (there
are no basements in these townhomes),
laundry room on the bedroom level and a
two-car garage in the rear.
The John Jacob Astor is proving to be
popular, as only 11 of these residences
remain for sale. Maybe Pittsburghers
aren’t taking our three rivers for granted
after all. ■
Builder: Heartland Homes
Developer: Kacin Development, Pittsburgh
Edgewater at Oakmont starts at $320,000
To inquire about this property, call
Matt Gilley at 412.737.4481