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  • Price cut: $20K (8/13)
    $279,000

    1536 Colwell St APT 5, Pittsburgh, PA 15219

    2beds
    1,157sqft
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    $2,379/mo
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    Condominium
    Built in 1900
    -- sqft lot
    $271,100 Zestimate®
    $241/sqft
    $475/mo HOA

    What's special

    Private balconyFenced common gardenIn-unit washer and dryerExposed ductworkGas cooktopWall ovenLarge windows
    Designed by TAI + LEE architects, Roma Lofts is a conversion of the Roma Bottling plant into an 8 unit loft condominium building. If you've been looking for a true industrial loft conversion in Pittsburgh then look no further. Unit 5 on the 2nd floor has a private balcony, concrete counter tops in the kitchen with dishwasher, gas cooktop, wall oven, built in microwave & newer refrigerator. This unit was customized by adding walls, cabinets & closets to create 2 separate bedroom spaces while maintaining the open loft feel. A 2nd bath was added in the mechanicals room which has an in-unit washer & dryer. The loft aesthetic is highlighted by 10’ ceilings, large windows, beamed ceiling, hardwood floors & exposed ductwork. There is an attractive and secure common entry, an elevator from the integral garage with 1 designated parking space & a dedicated storage space in the basement. It is conveniently located just 3 blocks from Duquesne University & Mercy Hospital, 6 blocks to PPG Paints Arena & downtown & is right on the soon to be completed Pittsburgh Regional Transit University Line Bus Rapid Transit system providing quicker updated public transit to Downtown & Oakland. Lots of new construction in the area. This makes a great home or an investment property...the building allows long-term rentals and pets. There is a fenced common garden & outdoor parking lot for additional offstreet parking for residents & guests.
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    Listed by:

    Richard Hawkinberry 412-361-4000,

    HOWARD HANNA REAL ESTATE SERVICES 412-361-4000

    Source: WPMLS,MLS#: 1764513MLS LogoOriginating MLS: West Penn Multi-List

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 2
      • Bathrooms: 2
      • Full bathrooms: 2
      Heating
      • Forced Air, Gas
      Cooling
      • Central Air
      Appliances
      • Included: Some Electric Appliances, Some Gas Appliances, Cooktop, Dryer, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
      Features
      • Elevator, Kitchen Island, Window Treatments
      • Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
      • Windows: Multi Pane, Screens, Window Treatments
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 1,157
      • Total interior livable area: 1,157 sqft

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 1
      • Parking features: Garage Door Opener
      • Has garage: Yes
      Features
      • Pool features: None
      Lot
      • Size: 1,785 Square Feet
      Details
      • Parcel number: 0002H00131000500

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: Condo
      • Architectural style: Mid Rise
      • Property subtype: Condominium
      • Attached to another structure: Yes
      Condition
      • Resale
      • Year built: 1900

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Public

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Features: Public Transportation
      HOA
      • Has HOA: Yes
      • HOA fee: $475 monthly
      Location
      • Region: Pittsburgh

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $241/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $131,800
      • Annual tax amount: $3,473
      • Date on market: 7/12/2026

        Estimated market value

        $271,100

        $258,000 - $285,000

        $1,825/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        8/13/2026Price change$279,000-6.7%$241/sqft
        Source: WPMLS #1764513 Report a problem
        7/12/2026Listed for sale$299,000+4.9%$258/sqft
        Source: WPMLS #1764513 Report a problem
        9/1/2025Listing removed$285,000$246/sqft
        Source: WPMLS #1690514 Report a problem
        7/5/2025Price change$285,000-3.4%$246/sqft
        Source: WPMLS #1690514 Report a problem
        4/23/2025Price change$295,000-9.2%$255/sqft
        Source: WPMLS #1690514 Report a problem
        3/5/2025Listed for sale$325,000+66.7%$281/sqft
        Source: WPMLS #1690514 Report a problem
        5/12/2017Sold$195,000-2.5%$169/sqft
        Source: WPMLS #1266519 Report a problem
        4/2/2017Pending sale$200,000$173/sqft
        Source: KELLER WILLIAMS REALTY #1266519 Report a problem
        3/7/2017Listed for sale$200,000+60%$173/sqft
        Source: Keller Williams - Pittsburgh East #1266519 Report a problem
        3/31/2009Sold$125,000$108/sqft
        Source: WPMLS #743881 Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$2,801 +6.8%$113,800
        2024$2,622 +387.1%$113,800
        2023$538 $113,800
        2022$538 $113,800
        2021$538 +2%$113,800
        2020$528 -2%$113,800
        2019$538 -77.8%$113,800 +6.4%
        2018$2,421 -14.4%$107,000 -14.4%
        2017$2,829 +378.4%$125,000
        2016$591 -78.6%$125,000
        2015$2,766 $125,000
        2014-- $125,000
        2013-- $125,000 +18%
        2012-- $105,900
        2011-- $105,900
        2010-- $105,900 +948.5%
        2009-- $10,100
        2008-- $10,100 +80.4%
        2007-- $5,600
        2006-- $5,600
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: Crawford Roberts

        Getting around

        83 / 100
        Very Walkable
        82 / 100
        Excellent Transit
        49 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

        Nearby schools

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        Schools provided by the listing agent
        • District: Pittsburgh

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