For Sale118d on marketHistoric · 116 yrs
253 Southern Ave
Pittsburgh, PA, 15211 • Mount Washington • Allegheny County
$249,900
$176/sqft
-$9,100 since Mar 17, 2026
Down payment assistance available
3Beds
2Baths
1,420Sqft
0.05 acLot
1910Built
Property DNA
Colonial,Three Story Style
Built 1910 · 116 years of history
1 Fireplace
Decorative
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118 days on market
Established listing
$176/sqft
Price per square foot
About this home
Single Family · Built 1910 · Historic
Welcome Home To 253 Southern Avenue! This Colonial-Style Home Is In A Prime Location In Pittsburgh’s Popular Mt. Washington Neighborhood. You Are Just Minutes From The Iconic Overlooks, Local Restaurants, Coffee Shops, And The Inclines, Offering Quick Access To Downtown Pittsburgh. Inside, The Living And Dining Areas Feature Generous Room Sizes And Large Windows That Fill The Space With Natural Light. The Kitchen Has Been Beautifully Renovated Creating A Modern And Clean Look. The Bathrooms Have Been Tastefully Updated With Tiled Surrounds And Contemporary Fixtures. Upstairs, Multiple Bedrooms Include A Spacious Third-Floor Primary Suite Offering Privacy And Comfort. A Full Basement Provides Storage And Utility Space, While The Covered Front Porch And Fenced Yard Add Outdoor Appeal. With Its Strong Curb Appeal, Updated Interior, And Unbeatable Mt. Washington Location, 253 Southern Avenue Offers A Rare Opportunity To Own A Beautiful Home In One Of Pittsburgh’s Most Loved Neighborhoods.
Standout features identified
Our analysis highlights covered front porch and strong curb appeal as key attractions of this home.
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$1,636/month
Principal & Interest$1,303
Property Tax$250
Insurance$83
Down payment20% ($49,980)
3%50%
Est. 6.80% rate · 30yr fixed · $199,920 loan
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Key facts and listing details
TypeSingle Family Residence
Year Built1910
HeatingForced Air, Gas
CoolingCentral Air, Electric
ParkingOpen Parking
Lot2,269 sqft
Days on Zillow118 Days
Price/sqft$176
Property
Home typeSingle Family
Sub-typeSingle Family Residence
StyleColonial,Three Story
ConditionResale
Year built1910
Stories3
Systems
HeatingForced Air, Gas
CoolingCentral Air, Electric
RoofAsphalt
ConstructionFrame
Water / SewerPublic / Public Sewer
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingOn Street
BasementUnfinished
Fireplaces1
Lot2,269 sqft
Location & Tax
NeighborhoodMount Washington
Annual tax$1,682
Parcel0015B00024000000
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths2
Features & details
8 categories of property features
Interior Features
Appliances
Some Gas Appliances
Dishwasher
Refrigerator
Stove
Flooring
Vinyl
Carpet
Heating
Forced Air
Gas
Cooling
Central Air
Electric
Fireplace
Decorative
Exterior Features
Parking
On Street
Construction
Frame
Community
Public Transportation
Listing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusFor Sale
Days on market118
Est. value$247,200
Est. rent$1,997/mo
Tax rate1.56%
Price/sqft$176
On marketDec 9, 2025
PostedDec 9, 2025
Last sold$145,000
MLS updatedMar 17, 2026
Tour days9
Views1,150
Favorites56
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3 schools rated nearby
Location
Pittsburgh, PA, 15211
Price history
21 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Mar 17, 2026Price Change$249,900$176WPMLS
Feb 17, 2026Price Change$259,000$182WPMLS
Jan 7, 2026Price Change$260,000$183WPMLS
Dec 9, 2025Listed For Sale$265,000$187WPMLS
Apr 10, 2025Listing Removed$1,950$1Zillow Rentals
Mar 27, 2025Listing Removed$279,000$196WPMLS
Mar 17, 2025Price Change$279,000$196WPMLS
Mar 12, 2025Listed For Rent$1,950$1Zillow Rentals
Jan 21, 2025Price Change$299,900$211WPMLS
Nov 2, 2024Listed For Sale$319,900$225WPMLS
Aug 26, 2024Sold$145,000$102WPMLS
Jul 12, 2024Contingent$158,500$112WPMLS
Jul 8, 2024Listed For Sale$158,500$112WPMLS
Mar 26, 2019Listing Removed$1,200$1Zillow Rental Network
Mar 10, 2019Listed For Rent$1,200$1Zillow Rental Network
Jun 15, 2018Listing Removed$1,100$1Posted by: Register Signs
Apr 17, 2018Listed For Rent$1,100$1Posted by: Register Signs
Aug 11, 2011Sold$100,000$70Public Record
Mar 7, 2000Sold$23,100$16Public Record
Nov 12, 1999Sold$2,592$2Public Record
Mar 3, 1998Sold$38,400$27Public Record
Price Change$249,900
Mar 17, 2026•$176/sqft•WPMLS
Price Change$259,000
Feb 17, 2026•$182/sqft•WPMLS
Price Change$260,000
Jan 7, 2026•$183/sqft•WPMLS
Listed For Sale$265,000
Dec 9, 2025•$187/sqft•WPMLS
Listing Removed$1,950
Apr 10, 2025•$1/sqft•Zillow Rentals
Listing Removed$279,000
Mar 27, 2025•$196/sqft•WPMLS
Price Change$279,000
Mar 17, 2025•$196/sqft•WPMLS
Listed For Rent$1,950
Mar 12, 2025•$1/sqft•Zillow Rentals
Price Change$299,900
Jan 21, 2025•$211/sqft•WPMLS
Listed For Sale$319,900
Nov 2, 2024•$225/sqft•WPMLS
Sold$145,000
Aug 26, 2024•$102/sqft•WPMLS
Contingent$158,500
Jul 12, 2024•$112/sqft•WPMLS
Listed For Sale$158,500
Jul 8, 2024•$112/sqft•WPMLS
Listing Removed$1,200
Mar 26, 2019•$1/sqft•Zillow Rental Network
Listed For Rent$1,200
Mar 10, 2019•$1/sqft•Zillow Rental Network
Listing Removed$1,100
Jun 15, 2018•$1/sqft•Posted by: Register Signs
Listed For Rent$1,100
Apr 17, 2018•$1/sqft•Posted by: Register Signs
Sold$100,000
Aug 11, 2011•$70/sqft•Public Record
Sold$23,100
Mar 7, 2000•$16/sqft•Public Record
Sold$2,592
Nov 12, 1999•$2/sqft•Public Record
Sold$38,400
Mar 3, 1998•$27/sqft•Public Record
Tax history
24 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 7, 2025$1,674$68,000
Apr 7, 2024$1,152$50,000
Apr 7, 2023$237$50,000
Apr 7, 2022$237$50,000
Apr 7, 2021$237$50,000
Apr 7, 2020$232$50,000
Apr 7, 2019$237$50,000
Apr 7, 2018$1,132$50,000
Apr 7, 2017$1,132$50,000
Apr 7, 2016$237$50,000
Apr 7, 2015$1,107$50,000
Apr 7, 2014—$50,000
Apr 7, 2013—$68,000
Apr 7, 2012—$45,700
Apr 7, 2011—$45,700
Apr 7, 2010—$45,700
Apr 7, 2009—$45,700
Apr 7, 2008—$45,700
Apr 7, 2007—$45,700
Apr 7, 2006—$45,700
Apr 7, 2005—$45,700
Apr 7, 2004—$45,700
Apr 7, 2003—$45,700
Apr 7, 2002—$45,700
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