Five years in Pittsburgh Yards is still fighting displacement

01/23/26 – Saporta Report

Five years ago, Pittsburgh Yards launched with an ambitious mission: create a community center and “job hub” to promote economic development for the city, and do it without displacing the neighborhood.

Pittsburgh Yards provides one answer to local concerns. It’s a mission-first model of doing business. The massive building is home to coworking memberships, office spaces, a kitchen, a gallery and an upcoming courtyard of container businesses. All are priced far below Atlanta’s market rates.

Most importantly, it’s a buffer against gentrification and displacement brought on by a growing city, the Beltline’s popularity and an incoming tourist wave. It’s been going strong for five years, but now its leaders are looking at the next phase.

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Five years in Pittsburgh Yards is still fighting displacement