They Rented in Mt. Lebanon — Then Found the Home That Made Them Stay

Built in 1948, the brick colonial is within walking distance of the community's shops, restaurants and local elementary school.

After renting for a year in the Sunset Hills neighborhood of Mt. Lebanon, Sarah Untch says she knew her family was in the exact right spot — so they began looking for a home to purchase in the South Hills community in 2022. Then they came across 552 Audubon Ave., located in the same Sunset Hills neighborhood as their rental….

Built in the 1800s, This North Strabane Property Has Stood the Test of Time

Although updated, the expansive farmhouse and barn retains many original features.

PHOTO COURTESY SUSAN BRUNKO When Susan Brunko’s parents decided to purchase an old farmhouse and barn in Washington County back in 1984, the family wondered what they were getting themselves into. Her stepfather, local developer William McCloskey, was lovingly known as “Overkill Bill” due to his insatiable love of building and remodeling — but this North Strabane house needed more…

House of the Week: The Only 2-Story Residence at Piatt Place

The property has 3 levels of balconies.

301 5th Avenue 702 Downtown Pittsburgh, PA 15222 Presented by Diana Mathison Howard Hanna Real Estate Services This exclusive property is the only existing 2 story residence at Piatt Place. An original construction of 2 units combined to offer total floor plan versatility. 2,600 square feet of inspirational design, expert craftsmanship & architectural detail with showstopper views from 3 levels of balconies….

This Upper St. Clair Home is a Usonian Time Capsule

Untouched by modern renovations, the home's nature-inspired architectural style was popularized by Frank Lloyd Wright.

PHOTOS BY FLYOVER PROPERTIES, KIRSTEN HEAGY While some potential homeowners spend months or even years searching for a perfect property, John and Eileen Joyce weren’t even truly looking. Although they had been residents of Pittsburgh’s East End for most of their lives, one of their adult children urged the couple to move closer to his family in the South Hills….

House of the Week: A Luxury Home in Coraopolis With a Home Gym and Media Room

Where sophistication meets effortless living — elegance at every turn.

408 Oak Lane Robinson Township, PA 15108 Presented by Lu Ryan Howard Hanna Real Estate Services This luxury home at 408 Oak Lane, Coraopolis, PA 15108 features high-end products and meticulous maintenance. Inside, designer light fixtures, Jeld-wen windows, custom cabinetry and crown molding highlight quality and elegance. Floors include exotic Tigerwood, inlaid marble, and granite, with basement radiant cork floors…

This Pine Home Was Designed for One-Level Living — With Room to Spare

The six-bedroom, four bathroom homes gives owners the option to live entirely on one floor, but has two additional levels.

PHOTOS BY ALYSSA RICHARDS, EXPOSURE IT REAL ESTATE MEDIA When Marvin and Gene first began looking for a new home in 2021, they thought they would build one; having built several homes in the past, it’s a project they both enjoy. Instead, while visiting the sales office of a community in Pine, the couple fell in love with a home…

House of the Week: An Arts & Crafts Home in Sewickley

The expansive porch offers panoramic river views.

1487 Beaver Road Osborne Boro, PA 15143 Presented by Linda Taylor Howard Hanna Real Estate Services Arts & Crafts home with updates and river-view porch in Sewickley. Tucked into a private, wooded setting above the river, this residence blends period character with thoughtful upgrades. A chef’s kitchen anchors the main level-Wolf range, built-in Bosch coffee system, handmade walnut island, and…

History, Dance and Family Life Converge at This Elegant Squirrel Hill Home

The grand five-bedroom home blends decades of history that include early Birth Control League meetings to third-floor ballroom lessons — and even a family link to the Stanford White murder in 1906.

PHOTOS BY SARAH STALLINGS After touring endless houses robbed of character thanks to painted-over millwork, shoddy updates and strange design choices, Carole Bailey vividly remembers the first moments she stepped inside 5427 Forbes Ave. nearly three decades ago. While the massive, 5,000-square-foot brick home in Squirrel Hill had escaped the mishaps of bad renovations, it still needed quite a bit…

House of the Week: A 3-Level Townhome in Shadyside

The contemporary design by architect Arthur Lubitz boasts soaring ceilings.

4700 Ellsworth Avenue, 12 Pittsburgh, PA 15213 Presented by Darla K. Jobkar Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices The Preferred Realty Super chic, urban 3 level townhome in the Ellsworth Mews community. Walking distance to UPMC, CMU, University of Pittsburgh, Chatham, Carnegie Museum, Schenley Park, Shops, Restaurants, Shadyside, Oakland Cultural District & more. Open, light & bright w/ windows galore this contemporary design…

Accessibility and Walkability Meet at this South Side Townhouse

The standalone space in the Riverside Mews has a rooftop deck overlooking Pittsburgh's three rivers — and the city's iconic skyline.

Built on a former brownfield along the Monongahela River, the Riverside Mews on the South Side contains 48 townhomes built over several phases by Sota Construction with sustainability and revitalization in mind. For one local resident, who asked to be anonymous, 20 S 19th Street #29 — which is part of the townhome community, but unique in that it stands…

House of the Week: A Sprawling Estate That Occupies an Entire City Block in West Shadyside

You'll find an indoor swimming pool and carriage house.

5238 Ellsworth Ave. Shadyside, PA 15232 Presented by Roslyn Neiman Howard Hanna Real Estate Services A chance to own an entire city block in the heart of West Shadyside. A magnificent mini mansion on property along with 39,000 square foot adjacent lot that is subdividable. The property also contains a carriage house with garage. A governor’s drive leads up to…

It May Look Historical, But This Harmony Colonial Has Every Modern Convenience

Built two decades ago, the picturesque property is situated alongside a private pond and rolling pastures.

PHOTOS BY KATIE LASLAVIC AND BRYAN REID OF REID IMAGING When Anthony and Katie Laslavic first came across 255 Camp Run Road — just outside the Seneca Valley School District’s secondary campus in Harmony — four years ago, it was not unfamiliar to them. “This house is exactly halfway between both of our childhood homes, which are both just one…

A Grand Funeral Home Turned Residence — But It’s Not Spooky

The palatial brick property in the heart of McKeesport's historical Library Manor district comes at a bargain price for the right buyer.

PHOTOS BY SAM WASILAK, FLY OVER PROPERTIES In 1955, Bill Hunter’s grandfather, W.W. Hunter, came across 1600 Coursin St. in McKeesport and had a vision; he wanted to turn it into welcoming space for members of his community to both mourn their loved ones and celebrate lives well lived. With that, he purchased the palatial brick home and began making…

House of the Week: A Luxurious Residence in Shadyside

This is a once-in-a-generation opportunity to own an extraordinary home.

122 Woodland Road Shadyside, PA 15232 Presented by Andrea Ehrenreich Howard Hanna Real Estate Services Gracefully positioned on one of the city’s most distinguished & sought-after addresses, this exceptional residence redefines luxury living in Pittsburgh. Step through the grand entrance into a soaring foyer where intricate moldings, sweeping archways, & dramatic ceiling heights set an opulent tone. The main level…

Pittsburgh Home Sales Are Sluggish Right Now — But This Bellevue Property Sold Within Hours

A great price, quality updates and a location in walkable, charming community all contributed to the quick sale.

PHOTOS BY EXPOSURE IT REAL ESTATE MEDIA Despite its status as one of the most affordable housing markets in the country, Pittsburgh’s recent home sales have been a bit sluggish — down 3.5 percent year-over-year since last August. Those stats can make buyers preparing to list their home nervous; and while perfect staging and quality renovations help to sell homes,…

House of the Week: A Private, Dignified Retreat in Sewickley

Imagine Sewickley Village as your personal backyard.

714 Irwin Drive Sewickley, PA 15143 Presented by Angela Hoying Pulkowski Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices The Preferred Realty This is a home that offers both a private, dignified retreat and a front-row seat to one of the most charming and walkable communities in the country. Picture your life here. A crisp autumn morning begins not with a car key, but with…

Once a Church, This Ornate South Side Condo Has Its Own Belfry Tower

Carved out of the former choir loft, the four-story condo has aerial views of Downtown and beyond.

PHOTOS BY FLYOVER PROPERTIES Pittsburgh native Denny Monks spent years in New York City completing his medical residency, all while crammed into what he calls 425-square-feet of “unremarkable drywall” that had no access to green space. Once he returned to his hometown of Pittsburgh in 2014, Monks purchased a classic, solidly made city home that served him well for several…

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…

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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,…