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Sold for $200,640
  • $200,640

    253 Cornell Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15229

    5beds
    3,500sqft
    SingleFamily
    Built in 1900
    4,800 Square Feet Lot
    $244,700 Zestimate®
    $57/sqft
    $1,986 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $244,700

    $198,000 - $294,000

    $1,986/mo

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    What's special

    Welcome to 253 Cornell Avenue! This is a huge 2+ story home with tons of space and is conveniently located in North Hills School District, just minutes from I-279 and McKnight Road. Upon arrival at the property, you'll notice the large screened-in porch at the front of the home that leads you into the front door and large entryway. Once inside, you'll be greeted with beautiful details on the main floor, such as original pocket doors leading into the living room and dining room areas, stained glass windows, and hardwood floors, along with updates to the fireplace and kitchen. On the second floor, you will find two large bedrooms with brand new carpet, a full bath, and large laundry room. The 3rd floor features 3 additional bedrooms. There is also a backyard area that includes a parking space, with the availability of on-street parking, too. This home is in need of a little TLC, but the existing charm and character, along with the overall size, make it a must-see!!

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 5
    • Bathrooms: 1
    • Full bathrooms: 1
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
    Heating
    • Other, Gas
    Cooling
    • Central
    Appliances
    • Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Range / Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
    Features
    • Flooring: Tile, Carpet, Hardwood, Linoleum / Vinyl
    • Basement: Partially finished
    • Has fireplace: Yes
    Interior area
    • Total interior livable area: 3,500 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 1
    • Parking features: Off-street
    Features
    • Exterior features: Other, Shingle, Brick
    Lot
    • Size: 4,800 sqft
    Details
    • Parcel number: 0279F00158000000

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    Materials
    • Roof: Asphalt
    Condition
    • Year built: 1900

    Community & neighborhood

    Location
    • Region: Pittsburgh

    Other

    Other facts
    • Basement: 1
    • Construction Type: Existing
    • Heat Type 2: Forced Air
    • Pool: 0
    • School Transportation: 1
    • Basement Access: Walk Up
    • Water: Public
    • Sewage: Public
    • Parking Description: Off-Street Parking
    • Baths Full Locations: Upper
    • Roof: Asphalt
    • Construction: Brick
    • Floors: Hard Wood, Wall to Wall, Ceramic Tile
    • Heat Type: Gas
    • Public Transportation: 1
    • Insulation: Yes
    • Style: 3 or More Stories
    • Cooling: Central, Electric
    • Inclusions: Dishwasher, Window Treatments, Gas Stove, Microwave Oven
    • Last Change Type: Under Contract
    • County Or Parish: Allegheny-North

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    1/8/2025Sold$200,640+74.5%$57/sqft
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    3/6/2019Sold$115,000-14.8%$33/sqft
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    1/3/2019Pending sale$135,000$39/sqft
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    12/5/2018Price change$135,000-3.6%$39/sqft
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    11/12/2018Pending sale$140,000$40/sqft
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    11/2/2018Price change$140,000-3.4%$40/sqft
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    10/27/2018Listed for sale$145,000$41/sqft
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    10/23/2018Pending sale$145,000$41/sqft
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    10/15/2018Listed for sale$145,000+107.1%$41/sqft
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    10/7/1998Sold$70,000$20/sqft
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    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$3,482 +7.3%$105,600
    2024$3,245 +549.7%$105,600
    2023$499 $105,600
    2022$499 $105,600
    2021$499 +2%$105,600
    2020$490 -2%$105,600
    2019$499 -83.2%$105,600
    2018$2,971 +0.7%$105,600
    2017$2,949 +490.5%$105,600
    2016$499 -79.2%$105,600 +20.5%
    2015$2,399 +744.2%$87,600
    2014$284 $87,600 -3.3%
    2013-- $90,600 +49.5%
    2012-- $60,600
    2011-- $60,600
    2010-- $60,600
    2009-- $60,600
    2008-- $60,600
    2007-- $60,600
    2006-- $60,600
    2005-- $60,600 -19.8%
    2004-- $75,600
    2003-- $75,600 -26.6%
    2002-- $103,000

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    Neighborhood: 15229

    Nearby schools

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    Schools provided by the listing agent
    • District: North Hills

    Source: The MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.

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