Urban Retreat in Serene Neighborhood - Minutes from Downtown: Once two separate homes, now seamlessly united into one extraordinary residence, this property offers exceptional space, character, and modern amenities. The centerpiece is a stunning two-story great room featuring a dramatic floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace, wet bar for entertaining, home office, a walk-in closet, and a spiral staircase leading to a mezzanine loft. Enjoy a sleek, contemporary kitchen, a cozy living room with its own fireplace, and a quiet reading nook. The home includes three spacious bedrooms with gleaming hardwood floors and two basements—one with a full bathroom and abundant storage. Step outside to the architect-designed, two-level deck crafted from composite wood and steel, offering sweeping territorial views of the treetops and city skyline. A stand-alone two-story garage boasts a timeless mural, an EV charging station, and an inspiring studio space with ceiling fan. This one-of-a-kind home is a gem!
Sold for $400,000
$400,000
1521 Claim St, Pittsburgh, PA 15212
3beds
2,504sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1920
4,800.31 Square Feet Lot
$413,100 Zestimate®
$160/sqft
$2,486 Estimated rent
Home value
$413,100
$384,000 - $446,000
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Sweeping territorial viewsSleek contemporary kitchenArchitect-designed two-level deckSpiral staircaseHome officeStand-alone two-story garageQuiet reading nook
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Listed by:
Kevin Obendorfer 412-361-0194,
LIFESPACE REAL ESTATE
Bought with:
Gavin Byrum, RS359852
COLDWELL BANKER REALTY
Source: WPMLS,MLS#: 1702719
Originating MLS: West Penn Multi-List
Originating MLS: West Penn Multi-ListFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Heating
- Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,504
- Total interior livable area: 2,504 sqft
Property
Features
- Levels: Three Or More
- Stories: 3
Lot
- Size: 4,800 sqft
- Dimensions: 0.1102
Details
- Parcel number: 0047S00268000000
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Three Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Condition
- Resale
- Year built: 1920
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Pittsburgh
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/29/2025 | Pending sale | $400,000$160/sqft |
Source:  WPMLS #1702719 Report a problem | ||
| 7/21/2025 | Sold | $400,000$160/sqft |
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| 5/30/2025 | Contingent | $400,000$160/sqft |
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| 5/23/2025 | Listed for sale | $400,000+6.7%$160/sqft |
Source: WPMLS #1702719 Report a problem | ||
| 7/21/2023 | Sold | $375,000$150/sqft |
Source: WPMLS #1603940 Report a problem | ||
| 6/1/2023 | Contingent | $375,000$150/sqft |
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| 5/13/2023 | Price change | $375,000-5.5%$150/sqft |
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| 5/3/2023 | Listed for sale | $397,000+89%$159/sqft |
Source: WPMLS #1603940 Report a problem | ||
| 9/2/2021 | Sold | $210,000-16%$84/sqft |
Source: WPMLS #1509390 Report a problem | ||
| 7/25/2021 | Pending sale | $250,000$100/sqft |
Source:  Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices #1509390 Report a problem | ||
| 7/25/2021 | Contingent | $250,000$100/sqft |
Source: WPMLS #1509390 Report a problem | ||
| 7/2/2021 | Listed for sale | $250,000$100/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,985 +209.9% | $161,900 +190.1% |
| 2024 | $1,286 +401.5% | $55,800 +3% |
| 2023 | $256 | $54,200 |
| 2022 | $256 | $54,200 |
| 2021 | $256 +2% | $54,200 |
| 2020 | $251 -2% | $54,200 |
| 2019 | $256 -79.1% | $54,200 |
| 2018 | $1,227 | $54,200 |
| 2017 | $1,227 +378.4% | $54,200 |
| 2016 | $256 -78.6% | $54,200 |
| 2015 | $1,199 +354.3% | $54,200 |
| 2014 | $264 | $54,200 -5.2% |
| 2013 | -- | $57,200 +1.6% |
| 2012 | -- | $56,300 |
| 2011 | -- | $56,300 |
| 2010 | -- | $56,300 |
| 2009 | -- | $56,300 |
| 2008 | -- | $56,300 |
| 2007 | -- | $56,300 |
| 2006 | -- | $56,300 |
| 2005 | -- | $56,300 |
| 2004 | -- | $56,300 -21% |
| 2003 | -- | $71,300 |
| 2002 | -- | $71,300 |
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Neighborhood: Troy Hill
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Pittsburgh Spring Hill K-5Grades: PK-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 6/10Pittsburgh Schiller 6-8Grades: 6-8Distance: 0.7 mi
- 8/10Pittsburgh Science And Technology Academy 6-12Grades: PK,6-12Distance: 2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Pittsburgh
Source: WPMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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- Pennsylvania
- Allegheny County
- Pittsburgh
- 15212
- Troy Hill
- 1521 Claim St
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