Pittsburgh & Southwestern Pennsylvania
Murrysville, Pennsylvania
Municipality (home rule)
A wooded suburban municipality east of Pittsburgh
Murrysville is a home rule municipality in Westmoreland County about 20 miles east of Pittsburgh. It is largely residential and wooded, with commercial development along Route 22 and a location that makes it a gateway between the city and the Laurel Highlands.
History & Local Character
Settled in the 1780s, Murrysville remained rural until the postwar suburban boom along the William Penn Highway. It adopted a home rule charter in 1976, becoming one of the first municipalities in the state to do so.
Housing & Real Estate
The municipality offers large-lot singles, newer subdivisions and townhouses at prices above the county median.
Restaurants & Shopping
Route 22 supports restaurants, cafes and specialty food shops serving the eastern suburbs.
Schools & Education
Franklin Regional School District serves the municipality.
Parks & Recreation
Murrysville Community Park, the Westmoreland Heritage Trail and nearby Duff Park provide recreation.
Transportation & Accessibility
Route 22 and the Pennsylvania Turnpike serve the area, with Port Authority and Westmoreland Transit buses along the corridor.
Local Businesses
Professional offices, medical practices and specialty retail line Route 22, alongside a strong base of home-based businesses.
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Nearby Attractions
- Duff Park
- Westmoreland Heritage Trail
- Murrysville Community Park
- Laurel Highlands
Advantages & Considerations
Advantages
- Wooded lots and open space
- Route 22 and turnpike access
- Highly rated school district
- Gateway to the Laurel Highlands
Considerations
- Car-dependent
- Route 22 traffic
- Higher housing prices than nearby boroughs
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Murrysville a township?
Murrysville is a home rule municipality in Westmoreland County, formerly Murrysville Township, and adopted a home rule charter in 1976.
Which school district serves Murrysville?
Murrysville is served by the Franklin Regional School District.