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This is a Classic Squirrel Hill North Beauty — With Every Modern Amenity

After 20 years of living in the seven-bedroom, Georgian-style home, a local design duo is ready to share their masterpiece with a new family.
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PHOTOS BY 360 CAPTURES After more than 20 years at 5321 Wilkins Ave., a local couple known for their good taste is moving on to their next project.  The duo, who own a nationally recognized, award-winning design firm, has renovated every inch of the 6,000-square-foot home in their two decades there.  “They called it the greenhouse because the yard was…

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Best of Design 2024: An Expert Renovation in Sewickley

The top-to-bottom renovation in Sewickley’s historical district returned a choppy duplex to its former glory while incorporating design elements necessary for today’s families. 
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BEFORE RENOVATION When Dr. Kelly Close bought her Sewickley home in 2020, she knew it would need a major renovation to work for their family. At the time, the house was a duplex, but it was once a single-family residence. Before everything was shuffled around to create two units, the building also had an expansive front porch. “I wanted to…

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This Classic Highland Park Home Has An Unusual Addition

Two architectural styles are melded together in the updated, four-bedroom home, which is within walking distance of Highland Park and the reservoir.
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PHOTOS BY ROSEANNE MARTIN/PENNSYLVANIA REAL ESTATE PHOTOGRAPHY The current owners of 6338 Bryant St. in Highland Park were instantly captivated by its unique facade, which includes a two-story addition that is all clean lines and huge windows, when looking for a new home for their growing family in 2020.  “The house was a really cool mix of new and old….

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House of the Week: An Open-Concept Benjamin Marcus Home in Peters Township

This home features a floor-to-ceiling gas fireplace in the great room.
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374 Buckingham Dr Peters Township, PA 15367 Presented by Jen Schalk Howard Hanna Real Estate Services This spectacular 6-bedroom home in the Hamlet of Springdale neighborhood is loaded with beautiful craftsmanship and details that Benjamin Marcus homes are known for. 10′ ceilings and a wall of windows welcome you upon entering and lend to the spaciousness of this open-concept home….

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This Roomy Tudor Has Witnessed More Than a Century of Life in Brighton Heights

Located in a walkable neighborhood, the five-bedroom house is also convenient to Downtown.
Meg St-Esprit,

  PHOTOS BY MICAH BURNS OF FLY OVER PROPERTIES Associate broker Jessica Baker of Achieve Realty has sold many homes in the Pittsburgh area, but when it comes to 1009 Davis Ave., she’s also selling the Brighton Heights neighborhood — because she loves it that much.  “I have lived in Brighton Heights for 14 years,” she says.  Some of the…

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House of the Week: Downtown Penthouse Condominium with Two Floors of Living Space

This top-floor unit covers more than 11,000 square feet.
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550 Market Street #22 & 23 Pittsburgh, PA 15222 Presented by Richard Charles RE/MAX South This incredible penthouse occupies the top two floors of the exclusive, sought-after building connected to the Fairmont Hotel. Take in the panoramic views of the Downtown Pittsburgh skyline, PNC Park and Market Square from the expansive wall of glass. Access to this sophisticated penthouse is…

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House of the Week: Luxury Mount Washington Condominium with Breathtaking Skyline Views

This 16th-floor unit features two balconies and two assigned garage spaces.
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1 Trimont Lane 1600A Mt. Washington, PA 15211 Presented by Alicia DiGianvincenzo Howard Hanna Real Estate Services Welcome to the Trimont, where luxury and panoramic spectacle intertwine. A visual symphony, this stunning condominium on the 16th floor contains two bedrooms and two full baths. Setting the stage for magnificent city views, two balconies overlook a backdrop of twinkling lights and…

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This is the Perfect Little Starter Home — Or Investment Property

While the two-bedroom home on Mount Washington needed a top-to-bottom remodel, the next owners will inherit peace of mind.
Meg St-Esprit,

PHOTOS BY MICHAEL POHLOT When Oren Jackson and his business partner, Avi Harow, first stumbled across the home located at 11 East Sycamore St. on Mount Washington, it needed a great deal of work — but they saw its potential.  Long interested in investing in short-term rentals, the pair bought the home and began renovations that would increase the property’s…

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This Colorful Pittsburgh House Comes With a Priceless View

This three-bedroom home atop Mount Washington has a stellar view of Downtown from its two-story deck.
Meg St-Esprit,

PHOTOS BY FLY OVER PROPERTIES There are many reasons to fall in love with 85 Wyoming St., but the view of Downtown tops the list.  Located atop Mount Washington, this 1900s-era home holds the keys to one of the most unique vantage points of Pittsburgh’s iconic skyline.  “It really is a different angle than you typically see from Mount Washington….

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House of the Week: Brick Colonial in Schenley Farms

This large home includes a detached garage with driveway parking.
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4305 Centre Schenley Farms, PA 15213 Presented by Julie Rost Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices The Preferred Realty This stunning home is located in the historic district of Schenley Farms. On the first floor is a welcoming vestibule with coat closets that open into three full floors of living space plus a bonus level.  The living room features hardwood floors, a beautiful…

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Ever Dream of Living in a Classic Firehouse?

Built in the 1800s, the South Side building contains a home and an art studio, but it’s zoned for endless possibilities.
Meg St-Esprit,

PHOTOS BY MARK HOLEWINKSI, MMHJ IMAGES Nancy Wells says she didn’t plan to buy a firehouse built in 1884 on Pittsburgh’s South Side, but once she stumbled across 900 Bingham St., she couldn’t get it out of her mind.  As a local landlord, Wells often headed to the South Side to meet with an appliance vendor. On a routine trip…

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How Pittsburgh Remodeling Company Helps Century-Old Houses Stand the Test of Time

J. Francis Company, LLC has transformed hundreds of historic homes in Pittsburgh by marrying modern functionality with the timelessness of century-old residences.
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KITCHEN BEFORE (PHOTOS BY MIMI LYONS & AFTER (PHOTOS BY STEVEN DALTON PHOTOGRAPHY) Mimi Lyons and her husband, Scott Martinelli, had been looking for an investment property for a long time before they finally decided on a five-bedroom, century-old fixer-upper in the heart of Shadyside. Shortly after closing on the house, a new search began—they needed a design-build firm that…

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House of the Week: Stunning Colonial Estate in Fox Chapel

This massive home is located on more than 3.5 acres.
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301 Fairview Road Fox Chapel, PA 15238 Presented by Max Hofmann Howard Hanna Real Estate Services This timeless colonial consists of just over 7,600 square feet of living space and is situated on 3.82 private acres in the Fox Chapel Area School District. The first floor consists of exceptionally large rooms, copious natural light and elevated ceilings with recessed lighting…

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Places We Love: The Jimmy Stewart Museum

The Jimmy Stewart Museum, a charming destination in Indiana, Pa., keeps the memory of the Hollywood legend alive — and keeps his films rolling.
Sean Collier, Photos by Huck Beard,

Indiana, Pennsylvania native Jimmy Stewart gave us more iconic performances than just about any actor — in his era or any other. He’s George Bailey in “It’s a Wonderful Life,” still the most heartfelt and powerful holiday film. He’s Scottie Ferguson in “Vertigo,” often called the greatest film ever made. He won his Oscar for “The Philadelphia Story.” And he…

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Did a Hollywood Screen Legend Tap His Toes Here?

The owners of this well-maintained Regent Square home have a plaque claiming Gene Kelly once danced there.
Meg St-Esprit,

PHOTOS BY JEFF MUSCHAR PHOTOGRAPHY Talking about the home at 701 S. Braddock Ave. evokes both joy and wistfulness for Merrily Swoboda and Jeff Lesak.  After moving from rural Bedford County in 2019 in search of a walkable and friendly community, the couple found exactly what they were looking for in Regent Square.  “It was hard for us to leave…

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2023 Pittsburgher of the Year: Andrew McCutchen

Reviving fan enthusiasm upon his return to the Pittsburgh Pirates last year, this star outfielder and former MVP has found that his heart belongs in Pittsburgh.
Cristina Rouvalis, Photos by Laura Petrilla,

Before he became the returning hero of the Pittsburgh Pirates, before he was named the National League MVP and even before the baseball world dubbed him “Cutch,” Andrew McCutchen was simply a 15-year-old Florida kid playing far from home. And he was homesick. Horribly so. His parents, who were 17 when he was born in tiny Fort Meade, Florida, had…

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For More Than A Century, This Farmhouse Has Stood Watch Over Pittsburgh

Built in 1896, the five-bedroom, lovingly maintained home in Sheraden has remained timeless.
Meg St-Esprit,

PHOTOS BY KIRSTEN HEAGY, FLY OVER PROPERTIES Although it’s hard to imagine it these days gazing upon the closely-packed, colorful houses that make up the city’s neighborhoods, Pittsburgh once contained large patches of agricultural land.  This included in Sheraden, where a farmhouse at 2914 Sacramento Ave. has stood watch over a changing city — and the growing neighborhood around it…

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House of the Week: Classic Victorian in Friendship Park

This renovated home includes a lot of the original woodwork and style.
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238 S Negley Ave. Friendship Park, PA 15206 Presented by Jeannine Mullen Howard Hanna Real Estate Services Welcome to this stunning renovation of a classic Victorian mansion. You will find grand features throughout keeping the integrity of the original woodwork, pocket doors and style. Six bedrooms 4 1/2 bathrooms on second and third floors with custom dressing room/closets. Also included…

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This Craftsman-Style Home Has Only Become More Charming With Each Sale

The Realtor helping to sell this appealing three-bedroom home in Ben Avon Heights has done so twice before.
Meg St-Esprit,

PHOTOS BY PETER THEIS PHOTOGRAPHY When Scott Izzo and Terri Wolfe decided to leave the Mexican War Streets on Pittsburgh’s North Side in 2013, they were in search of a quieter neighborhood with a bit more outdoor space.  But, as old house lovers, the couple did not want to compromise on charm and character with their next property.  When they…

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House of the Week: Luxurious Colonial in Upper St. Clair

This roomy home is tailor-made for a large or growing family.
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2615 Rossmoor Drive Upper St. Clair, PA 15241 Presented by KW Roxane CAN Real Estate Group This custom colonial is large enough for a multi-generational family and is located near Streams Elementary in the Upper St. Clair School District. The district was recently ranked as #1 in Western Pennsylvania (by the Pittsburgh Business Times). The current owners of 25+ years…

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Good Staging Helped This North Side Home Sell Quickly

Neutral furnishings, plus just the right amount of statement pieces, allowed this home’s character to shine.
Meg St-Esprit,

PHOTOS BY ZACH ALDEN-BROWN/EXPOSURE IT When moving from Texas a little more than two years ago, Laura Witowski says her family was looking for both location and historical features as they decided on a home in Pittsburgh.  “We wanted to be close to the city and work, plus it was a chance to own an old house with a lot…

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House of the Week: A Luxurious Farm in the Heart the Laurel Highlands

This estate, near Ligionier, includes roughly 60 acres of field and forest, plus its own lake.
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201 McDowell Rd. Cook Township, PA 15658 Presented by Annette Ganassi Howard Hanna Real Estate Services Privacy and tranquility await at Butterfly Farm, an idyllic estate encompassing roughly 60 acres of field and forest. A gated drive leads the way across the dam and past the seven-acre lake, winding up the hill through the woods to a governor’s drive that…

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House of the Week: Luxury Mount Washington Condominium with Breathtaking Views of Pittsburgh

Enjoy easy access to Downtown, the North Shore, the South Side, and Station Square, along with the eateries, shops, and ambiance of Pittsburgh’s historic Mount Washington neighborhood.
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1 Trimont 2400A/2410A Mount Washington, PA 15211 Presented by Vera Purcell Howard Hanna Real Estate Services Overlooking the Point and the three rivers, this luxury residence enjoys breathtaking views from every room and outdoor area. Occupying the entire 24th floor of the Trimont, the condominium combines two units to offer over 5,000 square feet of unparalleled living space. A keyed elevator provides direct access to…

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Infamous When Antonio Brown Lived There — This Manse Has Only Gotten Better

Armina Stone owner Emre Basman added an incredible kitchen to the upscale home in Pine, which also features a two-story treehouse and a turf field.
Meg St-Esprit,

PHOTOS BY 360 CAPTURES When it came time for the Basman family to list their home in Pine, they didn’t have to look far for the perfect agent — close friend and RE/MAX agent Lisa Haberstroh has spent countless hours in their home. “The home has everything one could dream of having,” she says. “It’s simply breathtaking, rare, one of…