257 Church Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15210
SOLD
NOV 27, 2024

257 Church Ave
Pittsburgh, PA 15210

  • 3 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,393 sqft

$173,000

Last Sold: Nov 27, 2024
1% below list $175K
$124/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $1,149/mo*
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$173,000

Last Sold: Nov 27, 2024
1% below list $175K
$124/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $1,149/mo*
Refinance Your Home
3 Beds
1 Bath
1,393 sqft

Homes for Sale Near 257 Church Ave

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Description

Welcome to this beautifully remodeled home located just minutes from the heart of the city. This charming residence has been thoughtfully updated with modern touches and quality finishes throughout. Step inside to discover brand-new flooring that flows seamlessly through the open living spaces. The kitchen is a true highlight, featuring sleek quartz countertops, updated cabinetry, and stainless steel appliances, perfect for any home chef. The bathroom has been beautifully designed with contemporary fixtures and finishes. The spacious basement provides endless potential for creating additional rooms, such as a home office, gym, or media room. Step outside to your private backyard oasis, ideal for outdoor relaxation, entertaining, or gardening. This home is ready to move in and enjoy!
This property is off market, which means it's not currently listed for sale or rent on Trulia. This may be different from what's available on other websites or public sources. This description is from December 02, 2024

Home Highlights

Parking
No Info
Outdoor
No Info
A/C
Heating only
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
$124/sqft
Listed
180+ days ago

Home Details for 257 Church Ave

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Walk-Up Access
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms (full): 1
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Some Gas Appliances, Dishwasher, Microwave, StoveDishwasherMicrowave
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air,GasHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Laminate
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Levels: TwoFloors: Laminate

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Asphalt
Parking & Garage
No Attached GarageParking: Off Street
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1925
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Two Story
Building
Construction Materials: BrickDoes Not Include Home Warranty
Property Information
Condition: Resale

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $175,000Price Per Sqft: $124/sqft
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Wed Nov 20 2024

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Location

Direction & Address
City: Mt Oliver
School Information
Elementary School District: PittsburghJr High / Middle School District: PittsburghHigh School District: Pittsburgh

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 1393 Square Feet

HOA

Association for this Listing: West Penn Multi-List

Lot Information

Lot Area: 3802.788 sqft

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 1677259Living Area Range Units: Square FeetAbove Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetBelow Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square Feet
Last check for updates: about 4 hours ago
Listed by Viktor Sizov, (724) 776-2900
COLDWELL BANKER REALTY
Bought with: Brian Palmer, (617) 247-1933, AMO REALTY INC.
Originating MLS: West Penn Multi-List
Source: WPMLS, MLS#1677259

Price History for 257 Church Ave

DatePriceEventSource
12/02/2024$175,000PendingWPMLS #1677259
11/27/2024$173,000Sold
WPMLS #1677259
10/31/2024$175,000ContingentWPMLS #1677259
10/23/2024$175,000Listed For SaleWPMLS #1677259
01/02/2024$35,000Sold
N/A

Property Taxes and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$1,610
Assessment$48,700
Home facts updated by county records

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$140,000
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4
1
2,110
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$104,500
02/12/25
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1,100
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$147,500
04/24/25
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1,242
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0.24
Single-Family Home
$67,500
03/28/25
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1
1,333

Assigned Schools

These are the assigned schools for 257 Church Ave.
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What Locals Say about Pittsburgh

At least 5938 Trulia users voted on each feature.
  • 87%
    It's dog friendly
  • 76%
    There are sidewalks
  • 71%
    Yards are well-kept
  • 71%
    Parking is easy
  • 70%
    There's holiday spirit
  • 68%
    Car is needed
  • 65%
    People would walk alone at night
  • 62%
    It's walkable to restaurants
  • 62%
    Kids play outside
  • 59%
    There's wildlife
  • 59%
    Streets are well-lit
  • 58%
    Neighbors are friendly
  • 53%
    It's walkable to grocery stores
  • 50%
    It's quiet
  • 49%
    They plan to stay for at least 5 years
  • 36%
    There are community events
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  • Michael Jared
    "Not a lot of things happening here in downtown. I suggest moving outside of downtown and looking at other neighborhoods."
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  • danielle akamba
    "It’s a college area, so unless you’re in school I wouldn’t advise living here. Places are affordable the best if you have a roommate to make it easier but unless you’re in college, there’s no point of living here."
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  • SEE II
    "It’s easy to find a bus for to get most places via bus… including downtown Pittsburgh and surrounding areas."
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  • Keith
    "I have a short 5 minute walk to work. Grocery stores are a short and convenient drive away. While we aren’t transit users, the bus stops are easy to get on Butler. "
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  • Patmccann14
    "They would like to know that the food wasn’t as good as we thought, it was actually way better than ever thought. Food is as absolutely amazing "
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  • Sems501
    "walkable neighborhood, friendly people and lovely places. Close to downtown, transportation is available easily. "
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  • Qvyd5mz5mn
    "Very safe neighborhood, walkable. Has a good amount of access to parks and grocers nearby. Public transit is plentiful"
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  • Christina
    "Nothing many people walk their dogs and the vast majority pick up there are just one or two outliers"
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  • Trulia User
    "There is the Kingsley center where adults and children can attend, the different water parks for the summer, how close it is to Highland Park to spend time with your family, go on walks and jogs, or even use the outdoor workout stations they have. Overall you can just go for a walk and enjoy the sights! "
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  • Trulia User
    "Nothing goes on here. It’s not really a good neighborhood. A lot goes on here between shootings and arguments."
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  • Trulia User
    "Shootings are popular here almost every week! I wouldn’t move here if I were you. The construction is the worst, they always have roads blocked off"
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  • Trulia User
    "My favorite thing about our neighborhood is the safety net and watching out for each others safety and property The view is amazing you can see all of Pittsburgh and the fireworks shows are amazing overlooking Brunot Ave is the most amazing view and all of us neighbors are for each other and the children love to play outside Family Dollar is 3 min away centrally located to services in McKeesport Rocks and Sheredan Love my neighborhood and neighbors "
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  • Trulia User
    "Nothing it’s quite run down from what it was and is mostly commercial properties now but a few residential areas are still in existence "
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  • Trulia User
    "People have good dog walking etiquette and typically ask if dogs can meet or will politely cross the street ahead of time if they don't want dogs to cross paths. "
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  • Trulia User
    "The scenery that you get looking at the city from multiple angles, and the way you can still feel and see the retro neighborhood "
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  • Trulia User
    "There is a Boys & Girls Club in Lawrenceville & a good Public Library up in Lawrenceville. The strip has less families around & less things for kids to do. "
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  • Trulia User
    "I lived here over 10 years everyone gets alone great neighbors packages delivered to front door no problems can sit on front porch and enjoy the weather "
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  • Trulia User
    "nice everything is going well I'm glad we got that on our side homes are kept neat on the outside dog walking is perfect although we cannot have a pet "
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  • Trulia User
    "Excellent public schools, walkable community and close to everything in the region. Well managed local government with lots of citizens input."
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  • Trulia User
    "Very popular area for dog owners. 99% are responsible, friendly and there are plenty of areas to walk. Be alert of unsecured dogs on porches."
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  • Trulia User
    "It’s great living near all the tremendous amenities that Lawrenceville offers. I love it here! It’s a bit too young to my liking but regardless my quality of life is tops!"
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  • Trulia User
    "nice to see the view and its pet friendly and I would rent this property if I had the monthly rent was something I could afford "
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  • Trulia User
    "every think about the area and neighborhood and all the stuff and the size of house in general to be fit for them or no and the price as well for rent"
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  • Trulia User
    "great schools easy transportation to and from many great activities and festivities happen to keep the children busy & a convent youth center that allows all age to work swim and play basketball even offering other assistance for tutoring or dance classes. "
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  • Trulia User
    "Great n good in close to everything nto get back in forth to work in other things in it’s a great area for school for the kids as well a nice area to rise a family into a few great neighbors who are very friendly and respectful and supportive and they are very supportive if need it help on things n my kids love the community so I think I will be moving back out that way I stay on the Ashlyn st are "
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  • Trulia User
    "Great neighborhood, there is nothing that a parent should know while raising children in this area. This is a walking district now and the streets and sidewalks fill up in the summer months. "
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  • Trulia User
    "Homeowners walk their dogs all throughout the neighborhood every day and evening. All dogs are leashed and it becomes a social outting."
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  • Trulia User
    "I have lived in the neighborhood for close to 5 years. We owned the restaurant around the corner from our townhouse and have many, many people whom we have met in the neighborhood and surrounding area that are just like family. It’s a great little community "
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  • Trulia User
    "It’s friendly place for them to walk there dog. Everyone picks up after there selves and it’s a nice place "
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  • Trulia User
    "Lived here for 3 years quiet and nice neighbors. Traffic isn’t to bad love the school area. Public transportation is close by "
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  • Trulia User
    "i work from home so i do not have a commute but it’s easy to get to any neighborhood from this location. in middle of everything "
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  • Trulia User
    "it is a great place to walk your dog. and friendly for everybody kids the elderly anybody in general is a great neighborhood you would like it here if you lived here"
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  • Trulia User
    "Summertime movie in Riverview, the park to walk to & kids to play, bike rides, & able to walk the neighborhood & supermarkets & neighborhood stores walking distance, overall a very safe place to raise a family, oh good school district "
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  • Trulia User
    "Everybody respectful an nice an the community different an peaceful an it’s a nice friendly area an the restaurant are good too "
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  • Trulia User
    "Great public transportation. various bases to travel to downtown, Oakland, Shadyside, North side. Many stops along the way . "
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  • Trulia User
    "This is a great place to live with a family or as a student. nice views and excellent restaurants. Quiet area with big housing"
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  • Trulia User
    "I worked in area since I was 18 years old now I'm 40 and still work in the area I learned a lot and met alot of people."
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  • Trulia User
    "Very good transportation in all directions ,and Stores, Library Movie Theater, Restaurants. Pharmacies, Near College "
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  • Trulia User
    "There is something for all families. Every year there are yard sales. People feel safely. You have park and zoo. Starting to Diversify. Absolutely safe for my daughter and husband and granddaughters. I am retired but I hope to live close to my children "
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  • Trulia User
    "It is fine. it right near downtown, incline, and metro. can look over downtown Pittsburgh and the stadiums as you ride to work"
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257 Church Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15210 is a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,393 sqft single-family home built in 1925. This property is not currently available for sale. 257 Church Ave was last sold on Nov 27, 2024 for $173,000 (1% lower than the asking price of $175,000). The current Trulia Estimate for 257 Church Ave is $180,400.