Sold62d on marketHistoric · 126 yrs
185 1/2 42nd St
Pittsburgh, PA, 15201 • Central Lawrenceville • Allegheny County
$300,000
$260/sqft
3Beds
2Baths
1,154Sqft
0.02 acLot
1900Built
Property DNA
Three Story Style
Built 1900 · 126 years of history
Tile Floors
Quality flooring throughout
Market activity
Demand and pricing signals for this listing
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People checking out this listing
62 days on market
Established listing
$260/sqft
Price per square foot
About this home
Townhouse · Built 1900 · Historic
Don't miss this incredible chance to own a stunning property in the heart of Lawrenceville! Currently operating as a successful short-term rental, 185 1/2 42nd St offers four floors of spacious living, making it a perfect investment or personal residence. This home boasts tall ceilings, large rooms, and an updated kitchen with granite countertops. With three bedrooms plus a loft, you'll have plenty of space for guests or a home office. The 1.5 baths add extra convenience for you or your guests. Step outside to the fenced-in backyard, an ideal spot for relaxing or entertaining. Situated just steps from Lawrenceville’s vibrant restaurants, shops, and nightlife, this home puts you in the center of one of Pittsburgh’s most sought-after neighborhoods. Don’t miss this unique opportunity—schedule your showing today!
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$1,856/month
Principal & Interest$1,456
Property Tax$300
Insurance$100
Down payment20% ($60,000)
3%50%
Est. 6.11% rate · 30yr fixed · $240,000 loan
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Key facts and listing details
TypeTownhouse
Year Built1900
HeatingForced Air, Gas
CoolingWall/Window Unit(s)
ParkingNo Data
Lot871.20 sqft
Property
Home typeTownhouse
Sub-typeTownhouse
StyleThree Story
ConditionResale
Year built1900
Stories3
Systems
HeatingForced Air, Gas
CoolingWall/Window Unit(s)
RoofAsphalt
ConstructionFrame
Water / SewerPublic / Public Sewer
Parking & Outdoor
BasementFinished,Interior Entry
Lot871.20 sqft
Location & Tax
NeighborhoodCentral Lawrenceville
Annual tax$827
Parcel0049B00097000000
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths1
Features & details
7 categories of property features
Interior Features
Interior
Window Treatments
Appliances
Some Gas Appliances
Cooktop
Dryer
Dishwasher
Microwave
Refrigerator
Stove
Washer
Flooring
Tile
Vinyl
Heating
Forced Air
Gas
Cooling
Wall/Window Unit(s)
Windows
Window Treatments
Exterior Features
Construction
Frame
Room details
6 rooms detailed
Master Bedroom
UpperBedroom2
UpperBedroom3
UpperBedroom4
BasementKitchen
MainLiving Room
MainListing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusSold
Days on market62
Est. value$302,900
Est. rent$1,896/mo
Tax rate1.56%
Price/sqft$260
On marketSep 13, 2025
PostedSep 13, 2025
Last sold$300,000
MLS updatedFeb 5, 2026
Tour days6
Views30
How are the schools in Pittsburgh?
3 schools rated nearby
Location
Pittsburgh, PA, 15201
Price history
19 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Feb 5, 2026Pending Sale$319,000$276WPMLS
Feb 3, 2026Sold$300,000$260WPMLS
Dec 12, 2025Contingent$319,000$276WPMLS
Sep 13, 2025Listed For Sale$319,000$276WPMLS
Aug 20, 2025Listing Removed$325,000$282WPMLS
Jul 22, 2025Price Change$325,000$282WPMLS
Jun 23, 2025Price Change$339,900$295WPMLS
Jun 3, 2025Price Change$354,900$308WPMLS
Apr 5, 2025Price Change$369,900$321WPMLS
Feb 22, 2025Listed For Sale$385,000$334WPMLS
Feb 21, 2020Listing Removed$1,200$1GPRES Property Management
Nov 18, 2019Price Change$1,200$1Zillow Rental Network
Oct 1, 2019Listed For Rent$1,300$1Zillow Rental Network
Jul 1, 2019Listing Removed$1,195$1GPRES Property Management
Jun 29, 2019Listed For Rent$1,195$1Zillow Rental Network
Dec 31, 2015Sold$120,000$104WPMLS
Sep 10, 2014Listing Removed$158,000$137NORTHWOOD REALTY SERVICES HAMPTON
Jul 11, 2014Price Change$158,000$137NORTHWOOD REALTY SERVICES HAMPTON
Jun 12, 2014Listed For Sale$161,000$140NORTHWOOD REALTY SERVICES HAMPTON
Pending Sale$319,000
Feb 5, 2026•$276/sqft•WPMLS
Sold$300,000
Feb 3, 2026•$260/sqft•WPMLS
Contingent$319,000
Dec 12, 2025•$276/sqft•WPMLS
Listed For Sale$319,000
Sep 13, 2025•$276/sqft•WPMLS
Listing Removed$325,000
Aug 20, 2025•$282/sqft•WPMLS
Price Change$325,000
Jul 22, 2025•$282/sqft•WPMLS
Price Change$339,900
Jun 23, 2025•$295/sqft•WPMLS
Price Change$354,900
Jun 3, 2025•$308/sqft•WPMLS
Price Change$369,900
Apr 5, 2025•$321/sqft•WPMLS
Listed For Sale$385,000
Feb 22, 2025•$334/sqft•WPMLS
Listing Removed$1,200
Feb 21, 2020•$1/sqft•GPRES Property Management
Price Change$1,200
Nov 18, 2019•$1/sqft•Zillow Rental Network
Listed For Rent$1,300
Oct 1, 2019•$1/sqft•Zillow Rental Network
Listing Removed$1,195
Jul 1, 2019•$1/sqft•GPRES Property Management
Listed For Rent$1,195
Jun 29, 2019•$1/sqft•Zillow Rental Network
Sold$120,000
Dec 31, 2015•$104/sqft•WPMLS
Listing Removed$158,000
Sep 10, 2014•$137/sqft•NORTHWOOD REALTY SERVICES HAMPTON
Price Change$158,000
Jul 11, 2014•$137/sqft•NORTHWOOD REALTY SERVICES HAMPTON
Listed For Sale$161,000
Jun 12, 2014•$140/sqft•NORTHWOOD REALTY SERVICES HAMPTON
Tax history
24 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 7, 2025$884$35,900
Apr 7, 2024$827$35,900
Apr 7, 2023$170$35,900
Apr 7, 2022$170$35,900
Apr 7, 2021$170$35,900
Apr 7, 2020$166$35,900
Apr 7, 2019$170$35,900
Apr 7, 2018$812$35,900
Apr 7, 2017$747$33,000
Apr 7, 2016$156$33,000
Apr 7, 2015$730$33,000
Apr 7, 2014—$33,000
Apr 7, 2013—$33,000
Apr 7, 2012—$21,200
Apr 7, 2011—$21,200
Apr 7, 2010—$21,200
Apr 7, 2009—$21,200
Apr 7, 2008—$21,200
Apr 7, 2007—$21,200
Apr 7, 2006—$21,200
Apr 7, 2005—$21,200
Apr 7, 2004—$21,200
Apr 7, 2003—$21,200
Apr 7, 2002—$21,200
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