Living in Oakmont, PA: A Local Guide

Name: Mike Pastor
Address: 5310 Perrysville Rd, Pittsburgh, PA, 15229, US
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Overview & Orientation

Oakmont is a borough in Allegheny County on the south bank of the Allegheny River, about 12 to 15 miles northeast of Downtown Pittsburgh. It covers less than 2 square miles. Oakmont is known for its walkable business district on Allegheny River Boulevard, its riverfront parks, the 1938 Oaks Theater, and Oakmont Country Club, part of which lies inside the borough.

Where Oakmont Is

County: Allegheny County
Municipality type: Borough, incorporated in 1889, with an elected council and an appointed borough manager
Size: About 1.6 square miles of land, plus river frontage
ZIP code: 15139, with “Oakmont, PA” as the mailing city
Bordering communities: Plum (east), Penn Hills and Verona (south), and, across the Allegheny River, O’Hara Township and Harmar Township

Typical Drive Times

Times are approximate. Traffic varies by time of day.

Destination	About
Downtown Pittsburgh	25–35 minutes
Oakland	25–30 minutes
Monroeville	15–20 minutes
Pittsburgh International Airport	40–50 minutes
Cranberry Township	35–45 minutes

A Brief History

Farmer Michael Bright founded the settlement in 1816. The name comes from a black oak on the bank of the Allegheny River that was used as a marker in the original property deed.

Oakmont incorporated as a borough in 1889. Andrew Carnegie funded its library, which opened in 1901. Oakmont Country Club opened in 1903 and has since hosted a record ten U.S. Opens.

For old photos of the borough, browse the Oakmont Historical Image Collection at the University of Pittsburgh, or read more on Oakmont’s history.

Notable Landmarks

The Oaks Theater: An Art Deco movie house on Allegheny River Boulevard that opened in 1938 and was renovated in 2015. It shows films and hosts live events.
Kerr Memorial Museum: An 1897 Queen Anne-style home preserved as a museum of late 19th- and early 20th-century life, including Dr. Thomas Kerr’s office and medical tools. Tours are by appointment.
Oakmont Carnegie Library: Serving the borough since 1901
Oakmont Country Club: Partly in Oakmont and mostly in neighboring Plum. It is a membership club and not open for public play.
Hulton Bridge: Connects Oakmont across the Allegheny River to Harmar Township and Route 28. It was rebuilt in 2016.

Housing & Real Estate

Housing Stock

Oakmont is compact, with a street grid that runs back from the river and up the hillside. That means many homes are within a few blocks of Allegheny River Boulevard, the library, and the parks.

Older homes: Many homes date from the late 1800s and early 1900s, including Victorian and Queen Anne-era houses like the Kerr home
Early to mid-20th century: Homes from this era fill in much of the grid
Newer construction: A limited number of newer homes and infill projects, since the borough is mostly built out

Types of Homes

Single-family homes (the majority)
Townhomes, condominiums, and apartments

Oakmont requires rental property registration, and the borough handles building permits and tree inspection requests online. See Permits & Zoning below.

Prices and availability change daily, so the live feed is the place to check. See current homes for sale in Oakmont.

Schools

Public Schools

Oakmont is served by the Riverview School District, a small district that serves Oakmont and Verona. Its district office is at 701 Tenth Street in Oakmont, (412) 828-1800.

Tenth Street Elementary School (Oakmont)
Verner Elementary School (Verona)
Riverview Junior-Senior High School (Oakmont)

Nearby Colleges & Universities

CCAC Boyce Campus (Monroeville)
Penn State New Kensington (Upper Burrell)
University of Pittsburgh, Carnegie Mellon University, and other Oakland campuses

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

Allegheny River Boulevard: Oakmont’s main street and business district, running along the river toward Verona and Pittsburgh
Hulton Bridge and PA Route 28: The bridge crosses to Harmar Township, where Route 28 heads south to Downtown and north up the Allegheny Valley
Pennsylvania Turnpike (I-76): The Allegheny Valley interchange is across the river near Harmarville
Hulton Road: Connects Oakmont east toward Plum

Public Transit

Pittsburgh Regional Transit (PRT) provides bus service to Oakmont. Check the PRT trip planner for current routes and schedules.

Walkability & Bikeability

See Walk Score for Oakmont, PA for walking, transit, and bike ratings.

Things to Do

Parks

Riverside ParkAlong the Allegheny River. A gated playground with inclusive equipment, a splash pad, picnic tables, tennis courts, and a paved walking loop.

Creekside ParkSoccer and baseball fields, a gravel loop trail, and an asphalt pump track for bikes, open sunrise to sunset.

Dark Hollow WoodsA nature preserve of nearly 50 acres with a 1.2-mile loop trail through oak and maple forest. The borough hosts StoryWalk events here.

For a rundown of Oakmont’s parks, library, and shops, see the Kidsburgh guide to Oakmont.

On the River

Oakmont’s riverfront is a launch point for paddling and boating on the Allegheny. Seasonal kayak, paddleboard, and pontoon rentals operate along the Oakmont shore. Check operators directly for current seasons and locations.

Annual Events

Oakmont Fall Festival (October): A Halloween parade down Allegheny River Boulevard, trick-or-treating at local businesses, contests, and food, supported by the Oakmont Chamber of Commerce
Hometown Christmas Parade (December)

For dates and borough news, sign up for Oakmont Borough email or text updates.

Dining & Shopping

Allegheny River Boulevard is lined with independent shops and restaurants. Here is a sample of long-standing local spots:

Oakmont Bakery: Cakes, cookies, donuts, and pastries
Mystery Lovers Bookshop: An independent bookstore on the Boulevard
Hoffstot’s Café Monaco: Italian-American fare
Local Remedy Brewing: A small brewery with food trucks and live music
Brr-Kee’s Ice Cream: A seasonal walk-up window

For larger grocery and retail stores, Plum, Penn Hills, and Route 28 in Harmarville are a short drive away.

Library

The Oakmont Carnegie Library is at 700 Allegheny River Boulevard, (412) 828-9532. It offers a makerspace with 3D printers, hotspot lending, study rooms, children’s storytimes, and a free parking lot.

Local Services & Resources

Oakmont Borough Office

767 Fifth Street, Oakmont, PA 15139
Phone: (412) 828-3232
Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Website: oakmontborough.com
Council meetings: Agendas and minutes are posted on the borough website.
County profile: Allegheny County municipal profile for Oakmont

Trash, Leaves & Utilities

Leaf collection: Runs from mid-October through December. Rake leaves to the curb, not into the street. See the borough’s leaf collection guidelines.
Trash and recycling: Contact the borough office for the current hauler and schedule
Wastewater: Oakmont operates its own wastewater treatment plant
Alerts: Text “JOIN” and your email address to (707) 353-2321 for borough text alerts

Emergency Services

Emergencies: Call 911
Oakmont Police: For non-emergency questions, start with the borough office at (412) 828-3232
Fire: Oakmont Volunteer Fire Department, 418 Virginia Avenue, (412) 828-3134
EMS: Parkview EMS (Station 180) has served Oakmont since March 2023

Hospitals Nearby

UPMC St. Margaret (Freeport Road, across the river)
UPMC East and AHN Forbes Hospital (Monroeville)
AHN Allegheny Valley Hospital (Natrona Heights)

Permits & Zoning

Planning a renovation, addition, fence, or tree removal? Start with the borough office. Building permits, zoning requests, rental property registration, municipal lien letters, and tree inspection requests are all available through the borough website. For zoning questions, call (412) 828-3232.

Frequently Asked Questions

What county is Oakmont, PA in?

Oakmont is in Allegheny County, on the Allegheny River about 12 to 15 miles northeast of Downtown Pittsburgh.

Is Oakmont Country Club in Oakmont?

Partly. Oakmont Country Club sits partly in Oakmont Borough and mostly in neighboring Plum. It is a membership club and has hosted a record ten U.S. Opens.

What school district serves Oakmont?

The Riverview School District, which serves Oakmont and Verona. It operates Tenth Street Elementary in Oakmont, Verner Elementary in Verona, and Riverview Junior-Senior High School.

How long is the drive from Oakmont to Downtown Pittsburgh?

About 25 to 35 minutes, usually by Allegheny River Boulevard or by the Hulton Bridge and Route 28. Traffic varies by time of day.

What parks are in Oakmont?

Oakmont has three main parks: Riverside Park on the river, with a playground, splash pad, and tennis courts; Creekside Park, with ballfields and a bike pump track; and Dark Hollow Woods, a nature preserve of nearly 50 acres with a 1.2-mile loop trail.

How did Oakmont get its name?

The name comes from a black oak on the bank of the Allegheny River that was used as a marker in the original property deed for the settlement.

What types of homes are in Oakmont?

Mostly single-family homes, many from the late 1800s through the mid-20th century, plus townhomes, condominiums, and apartments.

What is the Oaks Theater?

The Oaks Theater is an Art Deco movie theater on Allegheny River Boulevard. It opened in 1938, was renovated in 2015, and shows films and hosts live events.

Where is the Oakmont borough office?

The borough office is at 767 Fifth Street, Oakmont, PA 15139. The phone number is (412) 828-3232.

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