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melaniemarshrealtor If I were looking for a newer single-family home in Cranberry Township under $1.1M, these are the neighborhoods I’d have at the top of my list: 📍 Meeder — $650K-$850K 📍 Crescent — $750K$1.1M 📍 Bellevue Park — $500K-$800K 📍 Park Place — $500K-$900K 📍 The Glen at Woodside — $700K-$950K 📍 Laurel Pointe — $900K-$1.1M+ 📍 Orchard Park — $650K-$850K 📍 Mystic Ridge — $750K-$1M 📍 The Links of Cranberry — $550K-$700K 📍 Brookvue Farms — $650K-$850K 📍 Franklin Crossing — $750K-$1.1M+ Each one offers different vibes, lot sizes, ages and sizes of homes etc, but they all check the boxes buyers moving to Cranberry usually want — newer construction, thoughtfully planned neighborhoods, sidewalks and trails, and easy access to everything along Route 19 and 228. I can help you decide which one is the best fit for you. Whether you’re a local buyer ready for more space, a current homeowner wanting something newer and bigger, or someone relocating to Cranberry Township from out of state, knowing which neighborhoods to focus on for a newer build makes the search a whole lot easier. ☝🏻Speaking of which! As your resident Cranberry and Pittsburgh North expert, I’ve put together a fantastic NEIGHBORHOOD GUIDE that breaks down the communities around Cranberry, Mars, Wexford and Gibsonia, with average expected price points for each as you’re starting to consider where you want to move to. Of course you’re never on your own.. I’m here to assist. 😊 📩 DM me “NEIGHBORHOOD” and I’ll send it to you! Enjoy the warm weekend, Pittsburghers. 🖤💛 Xoxo, Melanie Marsh

melaniemarshrealtor ⏰ As we head into the first (full) weekend of the month, just a friendly reminder to turn back those clocks this Sunday because Daylight Savings Time is BACK BABY! Pittsburgh is waking back up from its winter slumber, from Downtown to Cranberry, and rumor has it we’ll have 70°+ temps this weekend — good lord let it be so! 🤞🏼 While none of us Pittsburghers need an excuse to get out of the house after the longest winter ever, you may need some help figuring out where to direct all that energy. I rounded up some of the best things happening and places to visit around Pittsburgh and Cranberry, Wexford, Mars, and the North Suburbs this month .. so you can soak it all in and not miss a thing. If you want my complete “Spring in Pittsburgh North” Guide with dozens more events, places to go and things to do all season-long, just DM or comment SPRING and I’ll send it your way! And if you want to stay in the loop on Pittsburgh North real estate, local happenings, and everything in between — follow me! I’m Melanie Marsh, North Pittsburgh real estate agent and ambassador, and I share the good stuff so you always know what’s going on around here. 🌿 @mainstreamcranberrytownship @shopboutiqueblue @shopkatandwillie @boutiquedutoit @rueboutiqueshop @josephlaneco @straightlineboutique @magnoliapine_gibsonia @narcisiwinery @ilpizzaiolo_northhills @elia_mediterranean_grille @shubrew @cadence_clubhouse @busyberryplay @1659_cranberry @benedumcenter @pghhomeshow @pittsburghopera @cranberrytwp @reconbrewing @shootersgolfpgh @maxinescoffeeshop #thingstodoinpittsburgh #spring2026 #pittsburghboutiques #pittsburghrealestate #pittsburghrestaurants

melaniemarshrealtor Here’s a hot take for your Wednesday morning: two-story kitchen > two-story family room. 🙌 I toured an incredible home in Adams Township yesterday that has one, and the second you walk in you get it. The height, the light, the drama, oh my! 😱 Makes you wonder why builders aren’t doing this more?! The setting doesn’t hurt either. Nearly 2 ultra-private acres 🌳, a perfectly manicured backyard, and an in-ground pool 🏊‍♀️, all tucked away but still just behind Cranberry’s best restaurants, shopping, and everyday conveniences. If you’re starting to feel the pull of needing more space indoors, more breathing room outside, great schools nearby, and a little bit more luxury.. this one checks a lot of boxes! BTW, hi! I’m Melanie Marsh and I sell homes in Pittsburgh’s North suburbs. Follow me to see more of the standouts on the market (and sometimes before they list!) like this baby, or send me a DM and let’s talk about your search. ❤️ Comment ADAMS LUX and I’ll DM you the details. ✨ Listed by the beautiful @kristinchick_realtor of Howard Hanna Seven Fields (like moi 😉). #pittsburghrealtor #pittsburghluxuryhomes #luxuryrealestate #movingtopittsburgh

melaniemarshrealtor Hey, Pittsburghers! If you’ve been feeling that quiet nudge for more space, more privacy, more room to exhale… this is it. Take a look at this completely renovated 5 bedroom, 5 bathroom farmhouse on 1.5 serene acres in Mars, PA — it’s the kind of property buyers wait years for. Sweeping countryside views. Total privacy. A gorgeous in-ground pool that makes summer into a staycation. And yes, you’re still less than 35 minutes to downtown Pittsburgh, so you’re not trading convenience for calm. This is that sweet spot that so many families I talk to are searching for — a luxury home with acreage near Pittsburgh, updated top to bottom, with space for kids, guests, home offices, hobbies, and the life you’re growing into. If you’re currently in Cranberry, Adams Township, Wexford, or anywhere in the North Pittsburgh suburbs and starting to outgrow your current house, let’s talk strategy. The move-up process in Pittsburgh requires smart timing, strong negotiation, and a clear plan, especially in today’s market. I’m Melanie Marsh and I help buyers in north Pittsburgh move up with confidence and clarity. Comment “FARMHOUSE” for more information about this wonderful find! Listed by my friend @jillcheran of Howard Hanna Wexford 💚💛 (IYKYK) And follow @melaniemarshrealtor for more views at the best homes for sale in Pittsburgh’s North Hills suburbs. 🏘️

melaniemarshrealtor I know, this Pittsburgh winter has been aggressive to say the least. The gray. The salt. The “is it 5pm or midnight?” lighting at 3:42 in the afternoon. Seasonal affective disorder is real. But also? Pennsylvania in the wintertime is one of the most beautiful places on earth. The snow in the trees. The quiet. The way everything feels slower and softer. The smell of a real campfire. A weekend away actually feels restorative instead of chaotic. There’s something about winter here that makes me slow down and appreciate the indoors and those who share it with me more than any other time of year. And since we still have 26 days until spring, we might as well use them amirite?! So I pulled together the best winter resort destinations within a 5-hour drive of Pittsburgh. Ski weekends (with or without lift ticket — I’ll just be at the Foggy Goggle with my hot toddy and adorable “aprés ski” sweater, thanks). Cozy mountain hotels. Spa situations. All drivable. No airport drama. I’m Melanie Marsh, your local Pittsburgh insider. Yes, I sell houses. But I’m also very committed to helping you actually enjoy living here. The seasons, the weekends, the little escapes that make Western PA feel like home. If we’re doing winter, we’re doing it well. Tell me, are you booking the slopes or the spa? ⛷️💅 #pittsburghrealtor #weekendwarrior

melaniemarshrealtor “bUt tHe LoTs ArEn’T bIg.” Correct. They’re not. And that’s the point. It’s called “urban concept” for a reason. And this little neighborhood in Cranberry Township feels like anything but being in the suburbs, in the best possible way. Less mowing. Less maintenance. More porch sitting, walking to dinner, running into neighbors, and actually using your weekends. “But isn’t it kind of… tight?!” Only if you think community is a bad thing. Meeder was designed to feel connected. Sidewalks, front porches, preserved green space, real walkability. It’s not suburban sprawl. It’s intentional. And this beautiful home at 711 Withers Park is proof that you can have style, function, and charm without needing an acre you have 0 time to maintain. If you’ve written off Meeder, come see it in person before you decide. We’ve lived here since 2020 and wouldn’t have it any other way! DM me for pricing and a private tour. Staging by @hollishomestaging (IYKYK — Stacey is the best!) And follow @melaniemarshrealtor for the real story on Cranberry Township and North Pittsburgh real estate!

melaniemarshrealtor Have we met, yet? Hi! I’m Melanie. I sell real estate in Pittsburgh’s north suburbs, since 2019 to be exact. I love sharing bits of the North Hills, my expert real estate tips, and (of course) beautiful homes here in this space. I’m a Pittsburgh native and 2006 Pitt grad, but I spent most of my 20’s in New York and then Chicago-land area, moving back to my hometown right after my 30th birthday. So I know what its like to experience Pittsburgh as both a sort-of-newcomer and now after 12 years back, a seasoned local. This means I can help my buying clients approach the market through either of these lenses. I mean it when I say I LOVE what I do. I take pride in coaching buyers to buy with savvy, meaning smart strategy and a decision that feels aligned with your heart, not just your spreadsheet. I really enjoy helping sellers sell with style, preparing homes to be unmistakable on the market, beautifully presented and positioned to stand out. I professionally stage every single listing I take to market because I can’t resist a pretty thing, from chic clothes to fabulous homes. I’m also deeply invested in this community. I graduated from the Cranberry Township Leadership Institute in 2024 to better serve my clients and connect them with this amazing community. I love sharing what’s new, what’s opening, how to keep your kids thriving here, what’s worth your time on a Saturday morning, and so much more. I connect people. I map out neighborhoods. I pay attention. Because where you live shapes your life. Speaking of which — my WHY is my family. I have been married to my husband Luke (the man who got me to move to Cranberry, and now love it) since 2019, and we have 2 wonderful boys named Louis and Sam. We live in the Meeder community in the center of Cranberry, and that’s where we intend to stay for a long time. If you’re thinking about moving within or relocating to the North Pittsburgh suburbs (especially Cranberry), or just trying to understand this market a little better, you’re in the right place. Want to discuss your next move? I’m here for you whenever you’re ready to start your journey. Send me a DM and let’s get acquainted! ❤️ Xoxo, Melanie

melaniemarshrealtor PIT >> ORD. I’m Chicago-bound for a Valentine’s Day wedding/1st anniversary shindig celebrating one of my favorite 1st cousins (once-removed), @iggygim! (The Windy City was my stomping grounds for most of my 20’s, and visiting in my 40’s always gets me kind of dumb-excited.. my cousins from SoCal are no doubt already annoyed with me in the group chat ✌🏻) Chicago is one of the easiest cities in the country to fly in and out of. We all know that. What yinz may not realize is that Pittsburgh International Airport has nonstop routes to 60+ destinations across the U.S. and abroad. For a metro our size, that’s decent connectivity. You can live affordably and comfortably in Cranberry, Mars, Wexford or evirons and still be wheels up to Miami, Nashville, Cancún, and even Europe without a layover. If you’re moving to Pittsburgh from a bigger city and wondering about ease of travel, fear not — many awesome weekend getaways are still in your future! DM me when you’re ready to discuss your Pittsburgh move, I have all the insider knowledge you need. 😘 Until then, Happy Valentine’s Day and travel safe! ♥️💋 Xoxo Melanie