We live in a community about 20 miles East of Pittsburgh, PA. It is semi rural in nature. There are areas with housing developments and there are still some farms. In Many of the housing developments the lots are at least one acre or more. Beautiful area, very small local shopping area, lots of churches, wonderful high rated school district. We can be in downtown Pittsburgh in 30 minutes, depending on traffic for cultural events. Lots of shopping areas within 15 to 20 minutes. I love it here EXCEPT IN THE WINTER...brr I dont like winter.