Strip District
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The Strip District has always been about hustle. Once the heart of Pittsburgh’s wholesale food and manufacturing scene, it has transformed into one of the city’s most dynamic business districts, a place where history, creativity, and innovation intersect.
Today, the Strip is a magnet for technology companies, robotics firms, life sciences, creative agencies, and high-growth startups. Its mix of converted warehouses and cutting-edge new construction offers companies the flexibility to create a workspace that reflects their culture, supports their talent, and positions them for growth.
These top trending buildings will have current asking rental rates ranging from $29.50 plus electric to over $40.00 per square foot.
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At Rise Pittsburgh, we know the Strip District inside and out, not because we list buildings, but because we’ve walked our clients through every block, from historic conversions like The Cigar Factory to new developments like The Vision on Fifteenth. Whether you’re looking for a creative loft, a flexible open-plan office, or a state-of-the-art headquarters, we help you find the right space, negotiate on your terms, and avoid costly mistakes.
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Why the Strip Works for Business
Strategic Location
Character Meets Modern Infrastructure
Access to Talent
Walkable, Livable, and Growing
Business Diversity and Collaboration
A Competitive Market
PITTSBURGH’S MOST COMPETITIVE SUBMARKET
The Vision on Fifteenth
The Vision on Fifteenth is one of the Strip District’s most talked-about Class A office developments, and for good reason. Designed to impress, this building combines bold contemporary architecture with a high-end tenant experience. From the moment you arrive, the attention to detail is evident: a sleek lobby, modern common areas, and workspaces flooded with natural light.
Tenants here enjoy a comprehensive amenity package, including a full-service fitness center, stylish tenant lounge, landscaped outdoor spaces, EV charging stations, and ionic air filtration systems in elevator cabs for enhanced workplace wellness. Its location offers unbeatable convenience, situated near the riverfront trail for walking and biking, and just minutes from Downtown Pittsburgh, major highways, and public transit.
The Vision on Fifteenth is particularly attractive to growth-stage companies, professional services, and firms in competitive hiring markets. The combination of image, infrastructure, and accessibility makes it a strategic headquarters option for companies looking to align their real estate with their brand and business goals.
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Why It’s Trending – Quick Highlights
- Bold, modern Class A architecture with luxury finishes
- Full-service fitness center, tenant lounge, and landscaped outdoor spaces
- EV charging stations and ionic air filtration in elevator cabs
- Prime location near the riverfront trail and minutes from Downtown
- Ideal for growth-stage companies looking to attract talent and investors
Heart of the Strip
3 Crossings
3 Crossings is more than just an office development; it’s a multi-building campus that has redefined the Strip District’s role in Pittsburgh’s innovation economy. Purpose-built to attract and retain top talent, 3 Crossings features LEED-certified sustainable design, advanced building systems, and highly flexible floor plates that can accommodate both high-growth startups and established corporate operations.
Located along the Allegheny River, the campus is directly connected to the riverfront trail and surrounded by restaurants, breweries, coffee shops, and green spaces. The environment here encourages collaboration and community; companies from robotics, AI, life sciences, and creative industries all share the same neighborhood energy.
The 3 Crossings development offers modern amenities, ample parking, secure bike storage, and proximity to public transit. For companies committed to sustainability, employee wellness, and recruiting top-tier talent, this location is one of the most strategically advantageous addresses in Pittsburgh. With its combination of location, design, and lifestyle integration, 3 Crossings has set a benchmark for what a modern workplace should be.
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Why It’s Trending – Quick Highlights
- Multi-building, LEED-certified campus along the Allegheny River
- Flexible floor plates for startups to large corporate offices
- Surrounded by restaurants, breweries, coffee shops, and green spaces
- Direct access to the riverfront trail, secure bike storage, and ample parking
- Designed to attract and retain top-tier talent in tech, life sciences, and creative industries
Brick & Beam Classic
The Cigar Factory
The Cigar Factory is a historic landmark that captures the essence of the Strip District’s industrial heritage while offering modern functionality for today’s tenants. Built in the early 1900s as a tobacco processing facility, the building retains its authentic architectural character, exposed brick walls, heavy timber beams, and oversized windows that flood the interiors with natural light.
Recent renovations have brought the property up to modern standards, with updated mechanical systems, improved energy efficiency, and flexible floor layouts suitable for open-plan creative environments or a mix of collaborative and private spaces. Its location is one of its greatest strengths, surrounded by some of the Strip’s most popular cafés, restaurants, and shops, and within walking distance of Downtown Pittsburgh.
The Cigar Factory is ideal for companies that value a strong brand identity and want their workspace to tell a story. Creative agencies, design firms, boutique professional services, and tech startups often gravitate to this kind of space because it blends authenticity with performance. While historic charm adds appeal, it also requires careful lease negotiation, something we specialize in to ensure tenants understand both the opportunities and the potential challenges.
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Why It’s Trending – Quick Highlights
- Historic industrial landmark with exposed brick and timber beams
- Oversized windows and abundant natural light
- Renovated with updated mechanical systems and flexible layouts
- Steps from top cafés, restaurants, and markets in the Strip
- Perfect for creative firms, design agencies, and boutique professional services
Campus oN the Strip
Waterfront
Not to be confused with the Homestead retail destination, The Waterfront in the Strip offers a unique blend of riverfront access and urban convenience. Positioned just steps from the David L. Lawrence Convention Center and Downtown Pittsburgh, it gives companies the ability to connect with the business core while enjoying the lifestyle amenities of the Strip District.
The building’s floor plans are highly adaptable, making it an excellent choice for organizations that expect to grow or reconfigure over time. High ceilings, expansive windows, and abundant natural light create an open, inspiring work environment. Direct access to the riverfront trail adds a health and wellness component that employees value, whether they walk, run, or bike to work.
On-site amenities include a cafeteria with grab-and-go options, outdoor patio seating along the Allegheny River, and outdoor parking controlled by the Landlord, rare for a downtown-adjacent location. The Waterfront is a smart choice for companies that want location, flexibility, and a workplace that enhances employee experience and engagement.
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Why It’s Trending – Quick Highlights
- Riverfront access with outdoor patio seating along the Allegheny
- High ceilings, large windows, and adaptable floor plans
- On-site cafeteria with grab-and-go service
- Direct access to riverfront trail and abundant surface parking
- Balance of location, flexibility, and employee experience
Direct WAterfront Access
The Strip District is not just shaping Pittsburgh’s culture; it’s redefining its commercial real estate dynamics. With over 8.6 million visits in 2024, a jump of more than 1 million visits over 2023, this neighborhood combines energy, visibility, and foot traffic in a way few other urban submarkets can match. Meanwhile, its population continues surging, with 3,242 residents calling the Strip home, a staggering 319% increase since 2015.
Those are residential and experiential numbers. On the commercial side, vacancy across Pittsburgh’s office market has stabilized, but the Strip continues to buck that trend, maintaining occupancy rates near 94%. That’s a powerful indicator: even in a market marked by softening demand elsewhere, the Strip remains one of the most resilient and competitive submarkets in the Pittsburgh region.
Together, these growth indicators, rising population, visitor demand, and near-full occupancy make the leasing strategy non-negotiable. When the best spaces are moving fast, you need the local insight and negotiation edge that only a dedicated tenant advisor can provide. That’s where Rise Pittsburgh steps in, helping you make confident real estate moves in one of Pittsburgh’s most dynamic markets.
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