Author: Meg St-Esprit
The Perfect Starter Home Hits the Market in Whitehall
The three-bedroom, move-in ready home sits in a family-friendly neighborhood.
The Love Story Behind the Ellsworth Place Home
Now in her 90s, Lois Michaels and her husband, Dr. Milton Michaels, spent more than 45 years at the Mid-Century Modern home in Shadyside.
Western Pennsylvania’s First African American Federal Judge Lived Here
A graduate of Harvard Law School, Paul Simmons and his wife, Gwendolyn, an active civic volunteer, were longtime residents of the historical Downer House.
Who Will Protect the Legacy of this Munhall Home?
A pair of sisters are looking for the right owners to restore their uncle's ornate, century-old home to its former glory.
She Wanted to Save This Home from Becoming a ‘Millennial Gray’ Nightmare
Far from your basic flip, this classic American Foursquare in East Liberty received a bold makeover that still honors its past.
This Mexican War Streets Home Got a Major Glow Up
The renovated three-story brick building is topped with a rooftop deck that has a panoramic view of Pittsburgh's skyline.
The Elegant House from ’90s Sitcom ‘Hope & Gloria’ is On the Market in Shadyside
The three-story brick home on the end of Ivy Street also appeared in a horror movie.
There’s Grand — And Then There’s This Restored American Foursquare in Point Breeze North
The carefully renovated estate is filled with original details, such as tiger oak wood flooring and pocket doors, alongside an oasis-like outdoor space.
If the Owners Could Pick Up this Lawrenceville House and Move it With Them — They Would
Situated on a double lot, the updated, century-old home has a modern-day garage that's rarity in a city neighborhood.
What’s It Like to Live in a Historical Landmark?
The Kramers painstakingly restored their Moon homestead, which was built in 1812.
This Is One of Those Grand East End Homes That Never Go Out of Style
The stately five-bedroom brick home in Point Breeze has a mahogany library and a sweeping staircase.
From a Pittsburgh Weather-Proof Pool to a Panic Room, This North Huntingdon Estate is Full of Surprises
The sprawling home has an indoor pool adjacent to a gym and a gas fireplace.
Targeted Toward First-Time Buyers, These Town Homes are Coming Up Roses in the Hill District
Featuring sleek, contemporary design, the six Rose Street units are being offered with incentives that help out prospective home owners.
One Couple Planned to Rent This Mount Washington Townhome for the Weekend — They Bought It Instead
A stunning view (and the chance to return to their hometown) won Olga and Paul Schwartz over.
This Stately Home was Built Before the North Side Became Part of Pittsburgh
Situated on a prominent corner of the former Allegheny City, the spacious brick home has changed hands many times — but never lost its charm.
Great Scott! This South Hills Home has Plenty of Play Opportunities
The four-bedroom home in Scott has a turf lawn, stadium lighting and even a climbing wall.
This Science Street Home Has All The Right Chemistry
Designed with sharp angles and walls of glass, the contemporary home in Pittsburgh's Allentown neighborhood has sweeping views of Downtown's iconic skyline.
Innovative Yet Practical, The Holm is a Different Type of Housing Concept for Pittsburghers
The eight-unit modular housing development in Munhall uses the latest technology to create easily assembled, quality homes.
Best of Design 2025: A Bathroom Made for Escaping, a Kitchen Made for Entertaining
This year’s winners for Best New Bathroom and Best New Kitchen are both found inside a Barrington-built home in Pine with interiors by Laken Design.
Best of Design 2025: An Expansive Modern Residence More Than 10 Years in the Making
Formerly the estate of a steel magnate, this Sewickley Heights farmstead now tells the story of industry and innovation in the region.
What Happens When an Architect and an Interior Designer Collaborate on Their Own Project?
You get this colorful, well-executed brick home in Pittsburgh's Spring Hill neighborhood that melds the old with new.
On the Grounds of the Former H.J. Heinz Mansion Stands This Thoughtfully Updated Point Breeze Property
The five-bedroom brick home along Penn Avenue melds original details with contemporary updates.
This Vacation-Like Home Looks Like It Belongs in Colorado — But It’s Actually in Fox Chapel
Designed by a notable Seattle builder, the cedar-and-stone home blends sustainability with modern luxury.
Another Type of ‘Family’ Once Occupied This Stately Mt. Lebanon Manse
The spacious five-bedroom home along Washington Road previously belonged to a notorious 1930s-era Pittsburgh gangster.
This Coastal Style Home Gives Beach Vibes — But With a View of Pittsburgh
The three-bedroom South Side Slopes home has a two-story deck overlooking Downtown's iconic skyline.
This New Build in Lawrenceville Is a Blank Slate in a Trendy Neighborhood
Surrounded by original homes, the four-story duplex has all the benefits of a city neighborhood — and none of the issues typically associated with older buildings.
The West End Was the Best End for These West Coast Transplants
Elizabeth and Jane Nam says the updated, four-bedroom row house was the perfect gathering spot for family and friends.
The Architect Behind the Civic Arena and Three Rivers Stadium Designed This Bradford Woods Home
Built by Dahlen Ritchey in 1945, the contemporary home — now owned by another architect — has undergone significant renovations that enhance the original design.
Built in 1895, This Fineview Home has a Bird’s Eye View of Downtown Pittsburgh
The three-story home features modern updates alongside original details — and a vantage point that never gets old.
This Pittsburgh Home Went Viral on Zillow Gone Wild — For Its Surprising Beauty
Nondescript on the outside, the three-bedroom bungalow in Overbrook has an ornate interior, as well as a rich Pittsburgh history.
House Hunting? This is What You Need to Know If You’re Buying a Flipped Home
Pittsburgh has some of the oldest housing stock in the country — and that mean a lot of renovated homes. Local experts say this is the information buyers should arm themselves with before hitting up those open houses.
This Urban Mid-Century Modern Dwelling in Morningside Has a Greenery-Filled View
The contemporary two-bedroom home is conveniently located near Downtown amenities — as well as the open space of Highland Park.
Once a Warehouse, This Condo Community is in a Quiet Strip of the South Side
Steps from the Great Allegheny Passage riverfront trail and the South Side’s booming business district, this updated condo, part of Fox Way Commons, benefits from a convenient location.
Local Realtors Reflect on Pittsburgh Housing Market, And Share What to Expect in 2025
We rounded up some of Hot Property's most interesting listings from 2024 — and take a look at the future of housing in Pittsburgh.
It’s All in the Family At This 1940s-Era Brick Home in Ross
The tidy, three-bedroom home is conveniently located near shopping, restaurants and Downtown Pittsburgh.
Once in Disrepair, This American Foursquare Went From Classic to Contemporary
Filled with Smart technology features, the three-bedroom house is lined with oversized windows that blend the indoor and outdoor spaces.
Formerly a Convent, Then a Group Home, This South Side Property is Ready for Its Next Chapter
Most recently headquarters for Emmaus Community of Pittsburgh, the 10-bedroom building on Sarah Street includes office spaces — and even a bowling alley.
Chock Full of History, This Lawrenceville Rowhouse Came With a Surprising Inheritance
Built in 1881, the four-bedroom Victorian has a long written history left by a previous owner.
5 Local Companies Making Their Mark on Pittsburgh — and Beyond
All credit Pittsburgh’s spirit of innovation and its accessibility for their success. Said one: “Pittsburgh is the most supportive place in the world; everyone wants you to succeed.”
A Realtor Hoped to Sell This Mt. Lebanon Home; She Bought It Instead
As Penelope Linger watched prospective clients tour a listing badly in need of some TLC, she decided to tackle the renovations herself.
The View From This Mount Washington Condo Feels Like You’re ‘Standing on Top of the City’
From blizzards and flooding to fireworks and stadium flyovers, one couple witnessed some of Pittsburgh's most triumphant (and catastrophic) moments of the last 20 years from their perch above Grandview Avenue.
The Strip District is a Thriving Hub — And This Condo is at the Center of It
Located on Smallman Street, this luxury one-bedroom condo has access to some of the city’s best restaurant and retail offerings.
This Is How We Found Our Forever Home In Pittsburgh
Columnist Meg St-Esprit talks about a decade of family life in their own Hot Property.
This Ranch Is a Mid-Century Modern Time Capsule
The perfectly preserved, three-bedroom property in Penn Hills has been thoughtfully updated.
A (Restored) American Foursquare in the Paris of Appalachia
Over the course of decades, the spacious Brighton Heights home fell into disrepair — but it shines once again.
For Their Second Act, Retirees Chose the Urban Life
After downsizing from their spacious Highland Park home, Mike and Nancy Bryant bought an Oakland condo where they could enjoy many of the college community's amenities.
This Couple Fell in Love with a House — And Each Other
When Steve Chupinka showed Ken Means the gutted house he was renovating in Munhall, they felt drawn to make it their dream home — and later the site of their wedding.
The Best of Lawrenceville Can Be Found in This Home
Stunningly remodeled with an eye for keeping the original details, the three-level row house in the trendy neighborhood is also where Jillean Johnson and Todd Lewis reconnected their lives together.
