GRAND SQUIRREL HILL RESIDENCE IN ONE OF PITTSBURGH'S HIGHLY WALKABLE LOCATIONS! Perfectly positioned on the iconic Murray/Forbes Avenue corridor, this stately home places you in the heart of one of Pittsburgh's most sought-after neighborhoods. Enjoy an exceptional walkable lifestyle with neighborhood coffee shops, grocery stores, restaurants, boutiques, specialty shops, parks, and everything Murray Avenue and Forbes Avenue have to offer just moments from your front door. Minutes to Oakland's world-renowned universities and hospitals, minutes to Shadyside's amenities, and easy access to Downtown Pittsburgh.
Timeless architecture, exquisite original craftsmanship, and thoughtful modern updates blend seamlessly throughout this beautifully maintained all-brick residence. Guests are welcomed by a grand foyer showcasing an impressive staircase, elegant built-ins, generous coat closet, soaring ceilings, and stunning original woodwork that immediately reflects the home's character and quality.
The expansive first floor offers exceptional entertaining spaces with oversized room dimensions, gorgeous hardwood floors throughout, a magnificent dining room featuring a beautiful fireplace mantel and charming built-in window bench, and a light-filled sunroom/den off the kitchen complete with skylights overlooking the backyard and gardens. A convenient first-floor laundry room with pantry provides outstanding everyday functionality.
The second floor features four exceptionally spacious bedrooms along with an updated full bath, offering incredible flexibility for family, guests, home offices, or hobby spaces.
The entire third floor has been transformed into a spectacular private primary suite featuring a spa-inspired luxury bath, additional windows that flood the space with natural light, refinished hardwood flooring, an opened stairwell with custom railing, an oversized walk-in closet, and an expansive walk-in storage room.
Additional highlights include updated bathrooms throughout, three-zoned HVAC with central air, newer mechanicals, washer and dryer included, a new sewer line (2018), hardwood flooring throughout the home, and excellent overall condition. Electric charging capability in garage.
Outside, enjoy a peaceful rear yard with mature green space and gardens, while the shared driveway leads to a private detached two-car garage—a highly desirable amenity in Squirrel Hill. This is a rare opportunity to own a truly stately, move-in ready home that perfectly combines historic elegance, modern convenience, and an unbeatable walkable location.
For sale
$992,000
1524 Murray Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15217
5beds
3,278sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1906
4,878 Square Feet Lot
$956,800 Zestimate®
$303/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Stunning original woodworkOversized room dimensionsUpdated bathrooms throughoutElegant built-insAll-brick residenceSpectacular private primary suiteWasher and dryer included
- 29 days
- 2,001
- 173
Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Austin Rusert 412-363-4000,
COLDWELL BANKER REALTY 412-363-4000
Source: WPMLS,MLS#: 1768520
Originating MLS: West Penn Multi-List
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Some Electric Appliances, Cooktop, Dryer, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
Features
- Window Treatments
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Windows: Window Treatments
- Basement: Full,Walk-Up Access
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Other
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,278
- Total interior livable area: 3,278 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached, Garage, Garage Door Opener
- Has garage: Yes
Features
- Levels: Three Or More
- Stories: 3
Lot
- Size: 4,878 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 0.112
Details
- Parcel number: 0086G00030000000
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Three Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- Resale
- Year built: 1906
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Pittsburgh
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $303/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $502,100
- Annual tax amount: $12,756
- Date on market: 8/5/2026
Estimated market value
$956,800
$909,000 - $1.00M
$4,591/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/2/2026 | Listed for sale | $992,000$303/sqft |
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| 8/25/2026 | Contingent | $992,000$303/sqft |
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| 8/5/2026 | Listed for sale | $992,000+72.7%$303/sqft |
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| 6/30/2026 | Listing removed | $4,800$1/sqft |
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| 6/19/2026 | Price change | $4,800-4%$1/sqft |
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| 4/28/2026 | Listed for rent | $5,000$2/sqft |
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| 10/4/2018 | Sold | $574,500-4.1%$175/sqft |
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| 9/18/2018 | Pending sale | $599,000$183/sqft |
Source: Howard Hanna - Squirrel Hill #1344762 Report a problem | ||
| 7/31/2018 | Price change | $599,000-4.8%$183/sqft |
Source: Howard Hanna - Squirrel Hill #1344762 Report a problem | ||
| 7/10/2018 | Price change | $629,000-7.4%$192/sqft |
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| 7/6/2018 | Price change | $679,000-5.6%$207/sqft |
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| 6/22/2018 | Listed for sale | $719,000$219/sqft |
Source: HOWARD HANNA SQUIRREL HILL OFFICE #1344762 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $11,914 +6.8% | $484,100 |
| 2024 | $11,154 +387.1% | $484,100 |
| 2023 | $2,290 | $484,100 |
| 2022 | $2,290 | $484,100 |
| 2021 | $2,290 -1.6% | $484,100 -3.6% |
| 2020 | $2,327 +55.7% | $502,100 +58.9% |
| 2019 | $1,495 -77.8% | $316,000 +6% |
| 2018 | $6,744 | $298,000 |
| 2017 | $6,744 +378.4% | $298,000 |
| 2016 | $1,410 -78.6% | $298,000 |
| 2015 | $6,595 +621.1% | $298,000 |
| 2014 | $915 | $298,000 -1% |
| 2013 | -- | $301,000 +54.4% |
| 2012 | -- | $195,000 |
| 2011 | -- | $195,000 |
| 2010 | -- | $195,000 |
| 2009 | -- | $195,000 |
| 2008 | -- | $195,000 |
| 2007 | -- | $195,000 |
| 2006 | -- | $195,000 |
| 2005 | -- | $195,000 |
| 2004 | -- | $195,000 -7.1% |
| 2003 | -- | $210,000 -15.5% |
| 2002 | -- | $248,400 |
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