Overview & Orientation
Kennedy Township is a township in Allegheny County, about 10 miles west of Downtown Pittsburgh and about 12 miles from Pittsburgh International Airport. It covers about 5.5 square miles. Kennedy is known for Fairhaven Park, the Kenmawr Conservation Area, the Pine Hollow Road business corridor, its access to Interstate 79, and the Montour School District.
Where Kennedy Township Is
- County: Allegheny County
- Municipality type: First-class township since 1961, with a five-member Board of Commissioners. See Kennedy Township on Wikipedia.
- Size: About 5.5 square miles
- ZIP codes: 15136 and 15108
- Bordering communities: McKees Rocks (east), Stowe Township (northeast), the Pittsburgh neighborhoods of Windgap and Fairywood (southeast), and Robinson Township (south and west). Neville Township sits across the Ohio River back channel.
- Terrain: The county profile describes the township as relatively flat, with some woods and floodplains along the Ohio River and Chartiers Creek.
Typical Drive Times
Times are approximate. Traffic varies by time of day.
| Destination | About |
|---|---|
| Robinson Town Centre | 15–20 minutes |
| Downtown Pittsburgh | 15–25 minutes |
| Oakland | 20–30 minutes |
| Pittsburgh International Airport | 20–30 minutes |
| Cranberry Township | 25–35 minutes |
| South Hills Village | 30–40 minutes |
A Brief History
In 1787, James Speer received a land patent here and built the first brick house in the area. Mt. Calvary Evangelical Lutheran Church, founded in 1843, was the township’s first church, and in 1921 the township built its first multi-room school with a gymnasium. See Kennedy Township history.
Ohio Valley Hospital moved to the former Heckel farm in Kennedy in 1949. The Kenmawr Drive-In operated from 1949 to 1986 on land that is now the Stanford Court neighborhood. Kennedy became a first-class township in 1961.
Notable Landmarks
- Fairhaven Park: The township’s main park, about 30 acres
- Kenmawr Conservation Area: Sixty wooded acres with trails and a hilltop view of the Ohio River
- Rosedale Technical College: A trade school with a campus in the township
- David E. Williams Middle School: The Montour School District’s middle school, in Kennedy
- Pine Hollow Road: The township’s main business strip
Housing & Real Estate
Housing Stock
- Named neighborhoods: Kennedy has a number of homeowners associations, including Castleview Estates, Forest Grove Estates, Kennedy Highlands, Middletown Village, Stanford Court, Kennedy Woodlands, Park Place, and Kennedy Pines.
- Condominiums: Edgetown Condominiums is among the township’s condo communities.
- Other neighborhoods: Including Apple Hill, Kenmawr Crest, Pickford, and Kennedy Ridge
- River and creek areas: Check flood zone status for properties near the Ohio River or Chartiers Creek.
Types of Homes
Kennedy’s housing includes homes in planned neighborhoods with homeowners associations, condominiums, and houses in its older sections near Pine Hollow Road.
Prices and availability change daily. That means the live feed is the place to check. See current homes for sale in Kennedy Township.
Schools
Public Schools
Kennedy Township is served by the Montour School District, with offices at 225 Clever Road, McKees Rocks, (412) 490-6500. The district also serves Robinson, Ingram, Thornburg, and Pennsbury Village.
- Montour Elementary School (K–4), 221 Clever Road, Robinson
- David E. Williams Middle School (5–8), 60 Gawaldo Drive, Kennedy
- Montour High School (9–12), 223 Clever Road, Robinson
Other Schools Nearby
- Archangel Gabriel Catholic School (PreK–8), 5720 Steubenville Pike
- Robinson Township Christian School (K–12)
- Propel Montour, a charter school at 340 Bilmar Drive
Nearby Colleges & Universities
- Rosedale Technical College, 215 Beecham Drive, Kennedy
- Robert Morris University (Moon Township)
- University of Pittsburgh, Carnegie Mellon University, and other Oakland campuses, about 20 to 30 minutes away
For school performance data, visit the Pennsylvania Department of Education’s Future Ready PA Index and the district’s own website. School assignments can change. Confirm directly with the district.
Getting Around
Major Roads
- Interstate 79: Runs through the township, with Route 51 meeting it at Exit 64
- PA Route 51: Runs along Coraopolis Road and Old Fleming Park Road
- Pine Hollow Road and McKees Rocks Road: The township’s main commercial roads
Public Transit
Pittsburgh Regional Transit Route 20 Kennedy runs to Downtown Pittsburgh seven days a week, with stops along Pine Hollow Road and Forest Grove Road. Routes 21 Coraopolis, 27 Fairywood, and 29 Robinson also serve the area.
Walkability & Bikeability
Walkability varies by street. For ratings, enter a specific address at Walk Score. The Kenmawr Conservation Area and Fairhaven Park offer places to walk.
Things to Do
Parks
Fairhaven Park
About 30 acres on Fairhaven Road, with three rentable shelters, a gazebo, two playgrounds, tennis, bocce, basketball, and volleyball courts, an inline skating rink, a soccer field, and baseball and softball fields. See parks and recreation.
Kenmawr Conservation Area
Sixty wooded acres managed by Hollow Oak Land Trust, with informal trails and a hilltop view of the Ohio River.
Recreation
- Courts and fields: Tennis, bocce, basketball, volleyball, and inline skating at Fairhaven Park
- Trails: Hiking in the Kenmawr Conservation Area
- Settlers Cabin Park: A large county park nearby in Robinson and Collier
Annual Events
- Easter festivities (spring)
- Community Days (August)
- Community Yard Sale in the Park
- Trick-or-treat (October)
- Breakfast with Santa (December): Held at the firehouse
See the township website for current dates.
Dining & Shopping
- Pine Hollow Road: Restaurants, a hardware store, a bowling alley, and other local businesses
- McKees Rocks Road: A grocery store and more restaurants
- The Mall at Robinson: Regional shopping 15 to 20 minutes away
Library
Kennedy does not have its own library. Nearby options include the Robinson Township Library, 5440 Campbells Run Road, (412) 787-3906, and the Coraopolis Memorial Library, 601 School Street, (412) 264-3502.
Local Services & Resources
Kennedy Township Municipal Building
340 Forest Grove Road, Coraopolis, PA 15108
Phone: (412) 771-2321
Website: kennedytwp.com
Board of Commissioners: The second Thursday of each month at 6 p.m. See commissioners.
Utilities
- Trash: Valley Refuse, (724) 843-9373. See phone numbers.
- Water: West View Water Authority, (412) 931-3292
- Sewer: The township Sewer Department, billed through Jordan Tax Service
Emergency Services
- Emergencies: Call 911
- Kennedy Township Police: Non-emergency (412) 331-2408
- Fire: Kennedy Township Volunteer Fire Department, 1796 Pine Hollow Road, non-emergency (412) 331-6952
- EMS: Northwest EMS, (412) 331-2600. The township pays for ambulance memberships for residents 65 and older.
Hospitals Nearby
- AHN Sewickley Hospital – Heritage Valley, 701 Broad Street, Sewickley
- AHN Allegheny General Hospital (North Side)
- Heritage Valley also runs a walk-in ConvenientCare clinic and lab in Kennedy. The former Ohio Valley Hospital closed in 2025.
Permits & Zoning
Permit and zoning forms are on the Building, Planning and Zoning page. The building inspector can be reached at (412) 855-1015, or call the township at (412) 771-2321 before starting a renovation, fence, deck, or addition.
Frequently Asked Questions
What county is Kennedy Township in?
Kennedy Township is in Allegheny County, about 10 miles west of Downtown Pittsburgh.
What school district serves Kennedy Township?
The Montour School District. David E. Williams Middle School is in Kennedy.
How long is the drive from Kennedy Township to Downtown Pittsburgh?
About 15 to 25 minutes. Traffic varies by time of day.
How close is Kennedy Township to the airport?
Pittsburgh International Airport is about 20 to 30 minutes away.
What parks are in Kennedy Township?
Fairhaven Park, with courts, fields, and shelters, and the 60-acre Kenmawr Conservation Area.
Is there a hospital in Kennedy Township?
Not anymore. The former Ohio Valley Hospital closed in 2025, but a walk-in clinic and lab remain. The nearest hospitals are in Sewickley and on Pittsburgh’s North Side.
Is there public transit in Kennedy Township?
Yes. Pittsburgh Regional Transit Route 20 Kennedy runs to Downtown seven days a week.
Who provides water in Kennedy Township?
The West View Water Authority, (412) 931-3292.
Where is the Kennedy Township municipal building?
The municipal building is at 340 Forest Grove Road, Coraopolis, PA 15108. The phone number is (412) 771-2321.
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