House of the Week: A Huge Entertaining Home in Rostraver

Step inside the 21.1-acre estate.

411 Sunset Drive Rostraver, PA 15012 Presented by Beth Ann Fuhrer Howard Hanna Real Estate Services Located on a scenic hill in Rostraver Township, this magnificent 21.1-acre estate boasts panoramic views of lush woodlands and nearby Vinoski Winery It combines luxury with privacy. A grand two-story foyer leads to an elegantly functional interior, formal living and dining rooms, a spacious…

House of the Week: A Modern Townhouse With Panoramic Views of Downtown’s Skyline

The architecture is inspired by hillside homes in Prague and Budapest.

14 Windom Hill Place Pittsburgh, PA 15203 Presented by Darla K. Jobkar Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices The Preferred Realty Modern Luxury w/ Amazing City Views! Enjoy urban living in this exceptional townhouse showcasing spectacular & panoramic vistas of the city’s downtown skyline, the Monongahela River & majestic bridges* Enjoy the views from each level of this 3 bedroom/2.5 bath architectural masterpiece*…

Built in 1908, This Former Carriage House has a Surprise Mid-Century Modern Interior

Pittsburgh architect Edgar Kwalwasser reimagined the Squirrel Hill home in 1955.

PHOTOS BY ALEXIS FATALSKY From the outside, 1531 Scott Lane in Squirrel Hill appears to be a beautifully well-kept carriage home from a bygone era. The French-country facade hides a unique transformation, though. Inside, the brick home is a Mid-Century Modern haven. Built in 1908, the former carriage home was once part of a larger estate; in 1955, it was…

House of the Week: A Luxury Residence Inside the Former St. Michael’s Church

A freshwater aquarium lines one of the walls.

1 Pius Street A5 South Side, PA 15203 Presented by Rick Hawkinberry Howard Hanna Real Estate Services In the sea of sameness of new construction in the urban real estate landscape, this is a home above it all. The Tower at 1 Pius is a unique historical residence housing the clock tower of the old Saint Michael’s Church. The original…

Women & Business September 2025 Event Photos

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Is There Anything More Pittsburgh Than a Penthouse on Mount Washington?

Equipped with modern updates and rich historical details, this hilltop Victorian overlooks the city's skyline.

PHOTOS BY EXPOSURE IT, ALYSSA RICHARDS Built in 1905, the Victorian perched atop Mount Washington contains three condos. Each of the units overlooking Downtown are unique in myriad ways, but the penthouse is the real star of the show. When New York City transplants Sammy and Brian Fischer first stepped through the doors of 229 Grandview Ave. in 2018, they…

House of the Week: A Private Estate in Ligonier Township

The home sits on 23 acres.

127 Mountain Road Ligonier, PA 15658 Presented by Donna Tidwell Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices The Preferred Realty Tucked away on 23 private acres in Ligonier Township, this mountain estate is a breathtaking blend of natural beauty and timeless craftsmanship. Curated groves of redbuds, yellow dogwoods, magnolias, and newly planted American chestnuts surround the property, while the main home showcases mountain views,…

This Stately Squirrel Hill North Home Has a Wallpaper Mural Found in Only Five Places Across the World

A scene from the Netflix drama, 'The Chair,' was also filmed in the dining room.

PHOTOS BY 360 CAPTURES While many of Pittsburgh’s hillsides and valleys were becoming developed in the late 1800s, Squirrel Hill remained lush and rural as the city grew up around it. Murdoch Farms, a vibrant dairy farm and nursery, was one of the last properties to have stately homes for the elite built on it. Because electric trolleys connected Squirrel…

The Pittsburgh Fall Wine & Spirits Festival Is Back!

This isn't just a tasting event — it's a party. We'll see you Nov. 7 at Rivers Casino.

Get ready to dress up, dance, drink and strike a pose. The Pittsburgh Wine & Spirits Festival is back! The sell-out event brings winemakers, distillers, brand ambassadors and you together for a night of tasting and sampling at Rivers Casino. The Nov. 7 event will feature more than 200 wines, spirits and seasonal cocktails. This is the perfect chance to try…

House of the Week: A Contemporary Residence in Bell Township

The property sits on nearly two acres of land.

438 Weister Lane Bell Township, PA 15681 Presented by Sherri Pollick Howard Hanna Real Estate Services Luxury & privacy. Approx 3500sf, contemporary, 3-4 bed, 3 full bath home is tucked away in a quiet setting. Natural lighting highlights recent high-end upgrades at every turn in the spacious, open interior. With 2 master suites (each w/luxurious ensuite), upscale finishes throughout, thoughtfully…

Don’t Judge This Squirrel Hill Home By Its Cover

Behind the classic facade of the Tudor-style townhouse is an airy, artsy home.

PHOTOS BY KIRSTEN HEAGY, FLYOVER PROPERTIES Relocating from Buenos Aires to Pittsburgh 11 years ago, Inés de San Martín was looking for a vibrant and walkable community. For her, a neighborhood with a wide variety of restaurants, coffee shops and cultural attractions mattered just as much as the house itself. When she stood in front of 1616 Denniston St., de…

House of the Week: A Custom Home in Scott Township

Explore the extensive garden area in the backyard.

167 Black Oak Drive Pittsburgh, PA 15220 Presented by Bob Dini Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices The Preferred Realty A great opportunity for a custom built newer home in Scott Township’s premier neighborhood, just seconds to I 376 West accessing Downtown Pittsburgh and the Pittsburgh International Airport in 15-20 minutes. Lovingly maintained by current owners with approximately 2454 square feet of finished…

House of the Week: A Luxury Townhome in the Heart of the Strip District

Step outside on the beautifully designed balconies.

215 25th Street 7 Downtown Pittsburgh, PA 15222 Presented by Bertie Verbanac Howard Hanna Real Estate Services Be prepared to be WOWED! This meticulously appointed townhome is in the heart of the vibrant Strip District. This luxurious residence features 3 spacious bedrooms, each designed for comfort and privacy. With 3 full and 2 half baths, convenience and elegance are at…

This Palatial Estate in Peters Comes With a View

Featuring floor-to-ceiling windows in the two-story living room, the five-bedroom home overlooks a secluded pond.

PHOTOS BY 360 CAPTURES Situated over manicured 1.5 acres, 514 Villa Drive may be one of the Pittsburgh region’s best-kept secrets. As one of a handful of homes that ring a secluded pond in Peters, the 9,000-square-foot brick house is a stunner, says Realtor Jen Schalk of Howard Hanna. While the bulk of the housing market has slowed this summer,…

House of the Week: A Turn-Key Home in Sewickley Village

It's the perfect blend of comfort and modern living.

306 Centennial Ave. Sewickley, PA 15143 Presented by Melissa Faulkner Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices The Preferred Realty Welcome to this beautifully updated 2-story home in the heart of Sewickley Village! 306 Centennial offers the perfect blend of comfort and modern living. Step inside to discover an inviting open-concept layout, featuring an updated kitchen with cherry cabinets, granite countertops, and SS appliances….

The Perfect Starter Home Hits the Market in Whitehall

The three-bedroom, move-in ready home sits in a family-friendly neighborhood.

PHOTOS COURTESY BRIAN SELLS PITTSBURGH When Caitlin Healy and Patrick Boland got married in 2021, one of their first moves was to buy a starter home in which they could begin a family. While they owned a townhouse at the time, they were also often frustrated with the lack of entertainment space afforded by the townhouse’s narrow layout. There weren’t…

Women & Business February 2025 Event Photos

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Women & Business May 2025 Event Photos

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Women & Business July 2025 Event Photos

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Ultimate House 7 Progress

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House of the Week: A Private O’Hara Residence

The open-concept layout flows from room to room.

912 Field Club Road O’Hara Township, PA 15238 Presented by Meredith Ward Ley and Trudy Ward Howard Hanna Real Estate Services Experience the ease and elegance of true one-level living in this beautifully designed, private O’Hara residence. The spacious main floor offers everything you need for daily comfort and entertaining — all easily accessed from the attached 2-car garage with…

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.

PHOTOS BY 360 CAPTURES In the fall of 1977, Lois and Dr. Milton Michaels were looking to downsize. They’d raised three children in their large colonial-style home in Highland Park, but as empty nesters, they wanted less house to care for. “Our last child had just started college, our housekeeper had just retired and I had gone back to work…

House of the Week: A Rustic Peg and Post Home in Irwin

The home sits on 1.5 private acres.

2780 Ipnar Road Irwin, PA Presented by Donna Tidwell Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices The Preferred Realty Escape to timeless craftsmanship in this custom Peg and Post home, nestled on 1.5 private acres. Showcasing exposed timber trusses, stacked stone accents, and a freshly landscaped setting, the home blends rustic elegance with modern luxury. Inside, soaring beam ceilings, rich hardwoods, and a dramatic…

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.

PHOTOS BY EXPOSUREIT AND ZACH ALDEN-BROWN It’s hard to miss the Downer House. Situated on a hill overlooking the Monongahela River, the elegant brick home at 700 Meade St. has served as a de facto landmark for the Monongahela community for more than 100 years. Built in 1903 by local developer Samuel Miller Downer, the nearly 4,000-square-foot home reads like…