WELCOME HOME to this charming ranch-style gem in the heart of O’Hara Twp, Fox Chapel Area SD! The fantastic location puts you minutes from your favorite shopping, restaurants, breweries, Freeport Rd and Rte. 28. Easy access/commute to downtown Pitt, universities, and major hospitals. Step inside to find beautiful original hardwood floors throughout. The main level features a welcoming entry, cozy living room with a gas fireplace and an eat-in kitchen with stainless steel appliances. Step onto the patio/deck overlooking a private, flat, fenced-in backyard. Storage shed included! Over-Sized, Double Lot! A full bath and three spacious bedrooms complete the main floor. The lower level offers incredible flexibility! With its own separate walk-out entrance—it’s perfect as a private apartment, guest suite or additional living space. It features an expansive game room, gas fireplace, full bath, storage area, and large laundry area. Off-street parking! NEW Roof (2025). Driveway (2022).
Sold for $312,500
$312,500
197 Central Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15238
3beds
--sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1930
6,250 Square Feet Lot
$318,500 Zestimate®
$--/sqft
$2,060 Estimated rent
Home value
$318,500
$303,000 - $334,000
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Three spacious bedroomsOff-street parkingWelcoming entryExpansive game roomOver-sized double lotSeparate walk-out entrance
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Listed by:
Michelle Proviano 412-262-4630,
BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY THE PREFERRED REALTY
Bought with:
Joy Foust
CZEKALSKI REAL ESTATE
Source: WPMLS,MLS#: 1732515
Originating MLS: West Penn Multi-List
Originating MLS: West Penn Multi-ListFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 15x12
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 13x11
Bedroom 3
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 12x8
Entry foyer
- Level: Main
Game room
- Level: Basement
- Dimensions: 26x21
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 14x11
Laundry
- Level: Basement
- Dimensions: 17x12
Living room
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 17x15
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Some Electric Appliances, Dryer, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
Features
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Laminate
- Basement: Finished,Walk-Out Access
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Off Street
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 6,250 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 0.1435
Details
- Parcel number: 0291R00241000000
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial,Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- Resale
- Year built: 1930
Details
- Warranty included: Yes
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Pittsburgh
Financial & listing details
- Tax assessed value: $126,600
- Annual tax amount: $3,295
- Date on market: 12/4/2025
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2/25/2026 | Sold | $312,500-3.8% |
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| 2/25/2026 | Pending sale | $324,900 |
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| 1/4/2026 | Contingent | $324,900 |
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| 12/4/2025 | Listed for sale | $324,900+75.6% |
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| 8/4/2016 | Sold | $185,000-2.6% |
Source: WPMLS #1228622 Report a problem | ||
| 6/24/2016 | Pending sale | $190,000 |
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| 6/15/2016 | Listed for sale | $190,000+32.9% |
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| 12/3/2003 | Sold | $143,000 |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,281 +9.6% | $108,600 |
| 2024 | $2,994 +482.8% | $108,600 |
| 2023 | $514 | $108,600 |
| 2022 | $514 | $108,600 |
| 2021 | $514 +2% | $108,600 |
| 2020 | $503 -2% | $108,600 |
| 2019 | $514 -83% | $108,600 |
| 2018 | $3,019 +9.3% | $108,600 |
| 2017 | $2,762 +437.6% | $108,600 |
| 2016 | $514 -81.1% | $108,600 |
| 2015 | $2,725 | $108,600 |
| 2014 | -- | $108,600 -2.7% |
| 2013 | -- | $111,600 +6.3% |
| 2012 | -- | $105,000 |
| 2011 | -- | $105,000 |
| 2010 | -- | $105,000 |
| 2009 | -- | $105,000 -16% |
| 2008 | -- | $125,000 |
| 2007 | -- | $125,000 |
| 2006 | -- | $125,000 |
| 2005 | -- | $125,000 +76.1% |
| 2004 | -- | $71,000 -17.4% |
| 2003 | -- | $86,000 |
| 2002 | -- | $86,000 |
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Neighborhood: 15238
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GreatSchools rating
- 10/10Ohara El SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.9 mi
- 9/10Dorseyville Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 5.3 mi
- 9/10Fox Chapel Area High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Fox Chapel Area
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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