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$825,000
4beds
2,582sqft

5978 Alder St, Pittsburgh, PA 15232

4beds
2,582sqft
Single family residence
Built in 1900
2,700 sqft
2 Garage spaces
$320 price/sqft

What's special

Beautifully curated living spacesElevated sense of comfortRich architectural detailLuxe primary suiteBeautifully updated bathFilled with natural lightDual walk-in closets

Welcome to 5978 Alder Street — a refined Shadyside residence blending timeless character with effortless East End living. Perfectly positioned just steps from South Highland and Ellsworth, and a short stroll to Walnut Street, this location places Pittsburgh’s best dining, boutiques, cafés, and nightlife right outside your door. Inside, beautifully curated ...

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Source: WPMLS,MLS#: 1755453MLS LogoOriginating MLS: West Penn Multi-List
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Kitchen

Living Room

Dining Room

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Listed by:

Ali Gumberg 412-967-9000,

HOWARD HANNA REAL ESTATE SERVICES 412-967-2900

Source: WPMLS,MLS#: 1755453MLS LogoOriginating MLS: West Penn Multi-List

Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms
  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Bathrooms: 3
  • Full bathrooms: 2
  • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
  • Forced Air, Gas
Cooling
  • Central Air
Appliances
  • Included: Some Gas Appliances, Convection Oven, Dryer, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
Features
  • Kitchen Island, Window Treatments
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Tile, Carpet
  • Windows: Screens, Window Treatments
  • Basement: Unfinished,Walk-Up Access
  • Number of fireplaces: 4
Interior area
  • Total structure area: 2,582
  • Total interior livable area: 2,582 sqft

Property

Parking
  • Total spaces: 2
  • Parking features: Detached, Garage, Garage Door Opener
  • Has garage: Yes
Features
  • Levels: Three Or More
  • Stories: 3
  • Pool features: None
Lot
  • Size: 2,700.72 Square Feet
  • Dimensions: 29 x 90
Details
  • Parcel number: 0084K00202000000

Construction

Type & style
  • Home type: SingleFamily
  • Architectural style: Three Story
  • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
  • Roof: Other
Condition
  • Resale
  • Year built: 1900

Utilities & green energy

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water: Public

Community & HOA

Community
  • Features: Public Transportation
  • Security: Security System
  • Subdivision: E SPAHR PLAN
Location
  • Region: Pittsburgh

Financial & listing details

  • Price per square foot: $320/sqft
  • Tax assessed value: $450,000
  • Annual tax amount: $11,383
  • Date on market: 5/26/2026

Price history

DateEventPrice
7/2/2026Pending sale$825,000$320/sqft
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6/22/2026Listed for sale$825,000$320/sqft
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6/8/2026Contingent$825,000$320/sqft
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5/26/2026Listed for sale$825,000+71%$320/sqft
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7/15/2015Sold$482,500-3.3%$187/sqft
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6/13/2015Pending sale$499,000$193/sqft
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6/8/2015Listed for sale$499,000$193/sqft
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6/5/2015Pending sale$499,000$193/sqft
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5/24/2015Listed for sale$499,000$193/sqft
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5/19/2015Pending sale$499,000$193/sqft
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5/16/2015Price change$499,000-5.7%$193/sqft
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3/24/2015Listed for sale$529,000+17.6%$205/sqft
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3/19/2013Sold$450,000-6.1%$174/sqft
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1/26/2013Price change$479,000-4.2%$186/sqft
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1/4/2013Price change$499,800-5.7%$194/sqft
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12/22/2012Price change$529,800-1.9%$205/sqft
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12/5/2012Price change$539,800-1.8%$209/sqft
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11/15/2012Listed for sale$549,800+174.9%$213/sqft
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9/30/2003Sold$200,000+74.5%$77/sqft
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6/11/1997Sold$114,600-8.3%$44/sqft
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4/25/1994Sold$125,000$48/sqft
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Public tax history

YearProperty taxesTax assessment
2025$10,632 +6.8%$432,000
2024$9,953 +387.1%$432,000
2023$2,043 $432,000
2022$2,043 $432,000
2021$2,043 +2%$432,000
2020$2,002 -2%$432,000
2019$2,043 -79.1%$432,000
2018$9,776 -4%$432,000 -4%
2017$10,184 +378.4%$450,000
2016$2,129 -78.6%$450,000
2015$9,959 $450,000 +45%
2014-- $310,400
2013-- $310,400 +107.3%
2012-- $149,700
2011-- $149,700
2010-- $149,700
2009-- $149,700
2008-- $149,700
2007-- $149,700 -25.1%
2006-- $200,000
2005-- $200,000 +48.5%
2004-- $134,700 -10%
2003-- $149,700
2002-- $149,700

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Monthly payment

Est. payment
$5,230/mo
Principal & interest
$4157
Property taxes
$1073
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Estimated market value

$806,200

$766,000 - $847,000

$3,928/mo

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Neighborhood: Shadyside

Nearby schools

Pittsburgh Dilworth K-5
Grades PK-5 • 0.9 miles
6/10
GreatSchools® Rating
Test Score Rating
6/10
Student Progress Rating
6/10
Pittsburgh Obama 6-12
Grades 6-12 • 0.7 miles
5/10
GreatSchools® Rating
Test Score Rating
3/10
College Readiness Rating
7/10
Student Progress Rating
4/10
Pittsburgh Colfax K-8
Grades K-8 • 1.7 miles
7/10
GreatSchools® Rating
Test Score Rating
9/10
Student Progress Rating
5/10

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