This cottage has been in the same family for over a century and awaits its next chapter. Famously offered as a mail-order kit from Sears, the catalog described Model No. 7041 as "a neat, compact and comfortable little bungalow of pleasing design and low cost." As intended, its size and affordability made it the perfect summer retreat in the 1920s, when Emsworth was wooded land valued for its proximity to Camp Horne. At the time, there were few neighbors, Joseph Horne himself among them. 239 Allison has stood watch on its corner lot ever since, as the area around it evolved. With nearby amenities and convenience to the city, it didn't remain a secret for long. Now available for the first time ever, this home needs loving care to restore it, but its integrity remains. The roof was new in 2021 and the windows in 2020. Original hardwoods lie in wait under the carpet. All it needs now is an owner of vision with an improvement budget and a bit of whimsy. Opportunity knocks.
Sold for $112,500
$112,500
239 Allison Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15202
2beds
852sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1921
6,028.7 Square Feet Lot
$154,300 Zestimate®
$132/sqft
$1,380 Estimated rent
Home value
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Original hardwoodsCorner lot
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Adam Cannon 412-939-7000,
PIATT SOTHEBY'S INTERNATIONAL REALTY
Bought with:
Keshia Galante, RS373492
RIVER POINT REALTY, LLC
Source: WPMLS,MLS#: 1726030
Originating MLS: West Penn Multi-List
Originating MLS: West Penn Multi-ListFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 11x11
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 11x11
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 14x14
Laundry
- Level: Basement
Living room
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 17x16
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas
Appliances
- Included: Some Gas Appliances, Dryer, Disposal, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood, Laminate, Carpet
- Windows: Multi Pane
- Basement: Interior Entry,Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Decorative
Interior area
- Total structure area: 852
- Total interior livable area: 852 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached, Garage, Garage Door Opener
- Has garage: Yes
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 6,028 sqft
- Dimensions: 0.1384
Details
- Parcel number: 0275L00016000000
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Bungalow,Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Resale
- Year built: 1921
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Public Transportation
Location
- Region: Pittsburgh
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/19/2025 | Sold | $112,500+12.5%$132/sqft |
Source:  WPMLS #1726030 Report a problem | ||
| 10/21/2025 | Pending sale | $100,000$117/sqft |
Source: WPMLS #1726030 Report a problem | ||
| 10/17/2025 | Listed for sale | $100,000$117/sqft |
Source: WPMLS #1726030 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,452 +6.3% | $72,800 |
| 2024 | $2,307 +570.1% | $72,800 |
| 2023 | $344 | $72,800 |
| 2022 | $344 | $72,800 |
| 2021 | $344 +35.6% | $72,800 +32.8% |
| 2020 | $254 -2% | $54,800 |
| 2019 | $259 -45.4% | $54,800 |
| 2018 | $475 -68.3% | $54,800 |
| 2017 | $1,499 +478.2% | $54,800 |
| 2016 | $259 -82.7% | $54,800 |
| 2015 | $1,499 | $54,800 |
| 2014 | -- | $54,800 -5.2% |
| 2013 | -- | $57,800 +10.1% |
| 2012 | -- | $52,500 |
| 2011 | -- | $52,500 |
| 2010 | -- | $52,500 |
| 2009 | -- | $52,500 |
| 2008 | -- | $52,500 |
| 2007 | -- | $52,500 |
| 2006 | -- | $52,500 -22.2% |
| 2005 | -- | $67,500 |
| 2004 | -- | $67,500 |
| 2003 | -- | $67,500 |
| 2002 | -- | $67,500 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Emsworth
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Avonworth Elementary SchoolGrades: 3-6Distance: 2 mi
- 10/10Avonworth Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.9 mi
- 7/10Avonworth High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.9 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Avonworth
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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- 239 Allison Ave
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