Spacious home in a prime location with tons of potential. Located in the vibrant heart of Squirrel Hill, the home features an open floor plan with an entry, powder room, family room/den, large living room, and an oversized fully equipped eat-in kitchen.
Upstairs, you'll find three spacious bedrooms, offering plenty of space and natural light: one is a master suite with a full bath and one includes a covered balcony. The home also boasts an oversized one-car integral heated garage with direct access to a finished basement, providing additional living or storage space. Plus, there’s off-street parking for extra convenience.
While the house could use some updating, it offers incredible potential to make it your own. Don't miss out on this great opportunity to live in one of Pittsburgh’s most desirable neighborhoods!
Sold for $490,000
$490,000
5939 Phillips Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15217
3beds
2,284sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1958
3,423.82 Square Feet Lot
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$215/sqft
$3,899 Estimated rent
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Open floor planCovered balconyNatural lightSpacious bedrooms
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Listed by:
Smadar Blumenthal 412-521-1000,
RE/MAX REALTY BROKERS
Bought with:
Smadar Blumenthal
RE/MAX REALTY BROKERS
Source: WPMLS,MLS#: 1686123
Originating MLS: West Penn Multi-List
Originating MLS: West Penn Multi-ListFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 3
- Level: Upper
Dining room
- Level: Main
Entry foyer
- Level: Main
Family room
- Level: Main
Game room
- Level: Basement
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Laundry
- Level: Basement
Living room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator
Features
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Vinyl
- Basement: Finished,Walk-Out Access
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,284
- Total interior livable area: 2,284 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Built In, Garage Door Opener
- Has attached garage: Yes
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 3,423 sqft
- Dimensions: 71 x 28 x 76 x 45
Details
- Parcel number: 0087D00035000000
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Other,Two Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- Resale
- Year built: 1958
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Public Transportation
Location
- Region: Pittsburgh
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/16/2025 | Sold | $490,000-1.8%$215/sqft |
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| 5/16/2025 | Pending sale | $499,000$218/sqft |
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| 4/5/2025 | Contingent | $499,000$218/sqft |
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| 3/29/2025 | Price change | $499,000-5%$218/sqft |
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| 3/4/2025 | Price change | $525,000-4.5%$230/sqft |
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| 2/21/2025 | Price change | $550,000-4.3%$241/sqft |
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| 1/25/2025 | Listed for sale | $575,000$252/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $6,030 +6.8% | $245,000 |
| 2024 | $5,645 +387.1% | $245,000 |
| 2023 | $1,159 | $245,000 |
| 2022 | $1,159 | $245,000 |
| 2021 | $1,159 +2% | $245,000 |
| 2020 | $1,136 -2% | $245,000 |
| 2019 | $1,159 -79.1% | $245,000 |
| 2018 | $5,544 | $245,000 |
| 2017 | $5,544 +378.4% | $245,000 |
| 2016 | $1,159 -78.6% | $245,000 |
| 2015 | $5,422 +905.3% | $245,000 |
| 2014 | $539 | $245,000 -1.2% |
| 2013 | -- | $248,000 +115.7% |
| 2012 | -- | $115,000 |
| 2011 | -- | $115,000 |
| 2010 | -- | $115,000 |
| 2009 | -- | $115,000 |
| 2008 | -- | $115,000 |
| 2007 | -- | $115,000 |
| 2006 | -- | $115,000 |
| 2005 | -- | $115,000 |
| 2004 | -- | $115,000 -11.5% |
| 2003 | -- | $130,000 |
| 2002 | -- | $130,000 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Squirrel Hill South
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Pittsburgh Colfax K-8Grades: K-8Distance: 0.2 mi
- 6/10Pittsburgh Allderdice High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.2 mi
- 8/10Pittsburgh Science And Technology Academy 6-12Grades: PK,6-12Distance: 2.2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- 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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- Pennsylvania
- Allegheny County
- Pittsburgh
- 15217
- Squirrel Hill South
- 5939 Phillips Ave
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