Sold188d on marketHistoric · 96 yrs
538 Rossmore Ave
Pittsburgh, PA, 15226 • Brookline • Allegheny County
$217,000
$174/sqft
3Beds
2Baths
1,248Sqft
0.08 acLot
1930Built
Property DNA
Colonial,Two Story Style
Built 1930 · 96 years of history
Brookline 02 Plan
Brookline
This home is in high demand
Listed 188 days ago · 11 views · Top 1% likely to sell soon
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188 days on market
Established listing
$174/sqft
Price per square foot
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About this home
Single Family · Built 1930 · Historic
Welcome to 538 Rossmore Avenue in Brookline! This 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath brick home has been lovingly maintained by the same family for nearly 100 years—a true testament to pride of ownership and community roots. Inside, the dining room, accented by a charming dish rail once used to display treasured plates, has long been the backdrop for family gatherings and holiday celebrations. The kitchen features granite countertops, offering both style and functionality for everyday living and entertaining. Outdoors, discover a private backyard oasis complete with a garden, water feature, chimenea, and gazebo—the perfect setting for relaxing evenings with friends and family. Rear off-street parking adds convenience to this well-kept home. Beyond the property itself, this residence reflects a family legacy of local business, raising children here, and cherishing the Brookline community. Now it’s ready to welcome its next chapter.
Standout features identified
Our analysis highlights private backyard oasis, brick home, and water feature as key attractions of this home.
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$1,422/month
Principal & Interest$1,133
Property Tax$217
Insurance$72
Down payment20% ($43,400)
3%50%
Est. 6.81% rate · 30yr fixed · $173,600 loan
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Key facts and listing details
TypeSingle Family Residence
Year Built1930
HeatingForced Air, Gas
CoolingCentral Air
Parking3 Parking spaces
Lot3,301 sqft
Property
Home typeSingle Family
Sub-typeSingle Family Residence
StyleColonial,Two Story
ConditionResale
Year built1930
Stories2
Systems
HeatingForced Air, Gas
CoolingCentral Air
RoofAsphalt
ConstructionBrick
Water / SewerPublic / Public Sewer
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingOff Street
BasementFull,Interior Entry
Lot3,301 sqft
Location & Tax
NeighborhoodBrookline
Annual tax$1,437
Parcel0062L00187000000
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths1
Features & details
10 categories of property features
Interior Features
Interior
Window Treatments
Appliances
Some Gas Appliances
Dryer
Dishwasher
Disposal
Microwave
Refrigerator
Stove
Washer
Flooring
Carpet
Other
Heating
Forced Air
Gas
Cooling
Central Air
Windows
Window Treatments
Exterior Features
Parking
Off Street
Construction
Brick
Community
Public Transportation
Pool Features
None
Room details
9 rooms detailed
Master Bedroom
UpperBedroom2
UpperBedroom3
UpperBonus Room
MainDining Room
MainEntry Foyer
MainListing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusSold
Days on market188
Est. value$222,000
Est. rent$1,542/mo
Tax rate1.56%
Price/sqft$174
On marketAug 29, 2025
PostedAug 29, 2025
Last sold$217,000
MLS updatedOct 3, 2025
Tour days6
Views11
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3 schools rated nearby
Location
Pittsburgh, PA, 15226
Price history
4 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Oct 3, 2025Sold$217,000$174WPMLS
Sep 16, 2025Pending Sale$225,000$180WPMLS
Sep 5, 2025Contingent$225,000$180WPMLS
Aug 29, 2025Listed For Sale$225,000$180WPMLS
Sold$217,000
Oct 3, 2025•$174/sqft•WPMLS
Pending Sale$225,000
Sep 16, 2025•$180/sqft•WPMLS
Contingent$225,000
Sep 5, 2025•$180/sqft•WPMLS
Listed For Sale$225,000
Aug 29, 2025•$180/sqft•WPMLS
Tax history
24 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 10, 2025$1,430$58,100
Apr 10, 2024$1,339$58,100
Apr 10, 2023$275$58,100
Apr 10, 2022$275$58,100
Apr 10, 2021$275$58,100
Apr 10, 2020$269$58,100
Apr 10, 2019$275$58,100
Apr 10, 2018$1,315$58,100
Apr 10, 2017$1,315$58,100
Apr 10, 2016$275$58,100
Apr 10, 2015$1,286$58,100
Apr 10, 2014$175$58,100
Apr 10, 2013—$61,100
Apr 10, 2012—$37,400
Apr 10, 2011—$37,400
Apr 10, 2010—$37,400
Apr 10, 2009—$37,400
Apr 10, 2008—$37,400
Apr 10, 2007—$37,400
Apr 10, 2006—$37,400
Apr 10, 2005—$37,400
Apr 10, 2004—$37,400
Apr 10, 2003—$52,400
Apr 10, 2002—$52,400
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Pittsburgh, PA • Allegheny County
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