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    • Price increase: $1.2M (6/19)
    $4,999,000

    5238 Ellsworth Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15232

    8beds
    7,556sqft
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1920
    0.42 Acres Lot
    $-- Zestimate®
    $662/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Huge roomsIndoor swimming poolCarriage house on propertyGleaming hardwood floorsNewer kitchenStained and leaded glass
    A chance to own one of the largest lots in the heart of West Shadyside. Magnificient mini mansion on property along with 39,000 square foot adjacent lot that is possibly subdividable. The property also has a governers drive which leads up to this incredible dwelling infused with huge rooms,stained and leaded glass,ornate wood original moldings and built ins,gleaming hardwood floors,an indoor swimming pool and newer addition with newer kitchen. Carriage house on property. One of Shadysides biggest properties. Blocks froim Shadyside shopping and dining. Close proximity to schools,universities and hospitals..
    302 days
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    2,156
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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Roslyn Neiman 412-361-4000,

    HOWARD HANNA REAL ESTATE SERVICES 412-361-4000

    Source: WPMLS,MLS#: 1714670MLS LogoOriginating MLS: West Penn Multi-List

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      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 8
      • Bathrooms: 8
      • Full bathrooms: 4
      • 1/2 bathrooms: 4
      Heating
      • Gas, Hot Water
      Cooling
      • Central Air
      Appliances
      • Included: Some Gas Appliances, Dryer, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
      Features
      • Window Treatments
      • Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Carpet
      • Windows: Window Treatments
      • Basement: Finished,Interior Entry
      • Number of fireplaces: 4
      • Fireplace features: Other
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 7,556
      • Total interior livable area: 7,556 sqft
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      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 2
      • Parking features: Built In, Garage Door Opener
      • Has attached garage: Yes
      Features
      • Levels: Three Or More
      • Stories: 3
      • Pool features: Pool
      Lot
      • Size: 0.42 Acres
      • Dimensions: 180 x 298
      Details
      • Parcel number: 0052C00246000000

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Three Story,Victorian
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Brick
      • Roof: Slate
      Condition
      • Resale
      • Year built: 1920
      Details
      • Warranty included: Yes

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Public

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Features: Public Transportation
      Location
      • Region: Pittsburgh

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $662/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $725,000
      • Annual tax amount: $17,936
      • Date on market: 9/12/2025

        Estimated market value

        Not available

        Estimated sales range

        Not available

        $5,210/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        6/19/2026Price change$4,999,000+31.6%$662/sqft
        Source: WPMLS #1714670 Report a problem
        4/13/2026Price change$3,800,000-28.3%$503/sqft
        Source: WPMLS #1714670 Report a problem
        9/12/2025Listed for sale$5,300,000$701/sqft
        Source: WPMLS #1714670 Report a problem
        8/11/2025Listing removed$5,300,000$701/sqft
        Source: WPMLS #1714670 Report a problem
        8/2/2025Listed for sale$5,300,000+2543.4%$701/sqft
        Source: WPMLS #1714670 Report a problem
        4/26/2001Sold$200,500$27/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$17,843 +9.5%$725,000 +2.5%
        2024$16,289 +387.1%$707,000
        2023$3,344 $707,000
        2022$3,344 $707,000
        2021$3,344 +2%$707,000
        2020$3,277 -2%$707,000
        2019$3,344 -79.1%$707,000
        2018$15,999 $707,000
        2017$15,999 +378.4%$707,000
        2016$3,344 -78.6%$707,000
        2015$15,646 +475%$707,000 -9%
        2014$2,721 $776,800 -0.4%
        2013-- $779,800 +34.4%
        2012-- $580,200
        2011-- $580,200
        2010-- $580,200
        2009-- $580,200
        2008-- $580,200
        2007-- $580,200
        2006-- $580,200
        2005-- $580,200
        2004-- $580,200 -2.5%
        2003-- $595,200
        2002-- $595,200
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: Shadyside

        Getting around

        90 / 100
        Very Walkable
        72 / 100
        Excellent Transit
        88 / 100
        Very Bikeable

        Nearby schools

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        • District: Pittsburgh

        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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