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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.
Meg St-Esprit,

PHOTOS BY BRYAN REID AT REID REALTY IMAGING When Mark Edelmann was looking for a home in the 1990s, he had a certain criteria in mind. “I was an architect looking for a fixer-upper,” he says with a laugh. He found it at 821 Lake Road in Bradford Woods. Built in 1945 by prominent architect Dahlen Ritchey, who designed Pittsburgh’s…

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House of the Week: An Elegant Home in Sewickley Next to a Private Club

Enjoy movie night in the home theater or host friends in the wine cellar.
Sponsored Content Partner Liz Fecko, Compass RE,

3 Beaver Street Sewickley, PA 15143 Presented by Liz Fecko Compass RE Coming Soon! This beautiful historic home located in the heart of Sewickley Village. As you step inside, you’ll be greeted by the grand entry and a thoughtfully designed floor plan. Each room is filled with natural light, 10 ft ceilings & original detailing creating a warm and inviting…

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Places We Love: St. Nicholas Croatian Church

Perched above Millvale, St. Nicholas Croatian Church is a historical landmark — that contains 25 remarkable murals by the artist Maxo Vanka.
Sean Collier,

PHOTO BY HUCK BEARD If it weren’t for the masterpieces surrounding you, St. Nicholas would be relatively small. At its deepest, the church — which is still active and celebrates its 125th anniversary this year — fits just 13 rows of pews; compared to some of the architectural marvels in Pittsburgh, it’s a humbly sized house of worship. The artwork,…

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Go Inside the Home of One of Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre’s Principal Dancers

Principal dancer Tommie Lin Kesten, who joined Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre just after her 18th birthday, shares the dreams behind the custom home she designed and built alongside her parents.
Jessica Sinichak,

TOMMIE LIN KESTEN | PHOTO BY HUCK BEARD If Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre’s Tommie Lin Kesten should ever need a reminder of the sacrifices she made to become a principal dancer — including missing high-school dances and parties, moving away from her family to Florida at age 15 to attend the Miami City Ballet School — all she’d need to do…

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House of the Week: An Entertainer’s Paradise in Monroeville

Welcome your guests in the grand foyer, which features a double staircase and chandelier.
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322 Red Oak Court Monroeville, PA 15146 Presented by Deborah Kane Howard Hanna Real Estate Services Entertainer’s Dream Home! Grand Foyer featuring Stunning Double Staircase, Chandelier, &Wall of Windows! Formal Living w/Cozy Fireplace & Executive Office w/Elegant French Doors! Host in Style w/Formal Dining w/Chandelier & Glass Pocket Doors Lead to Chef’s Dream Kitchen w/Gray Cabinetry, Stainless Steel Appliances, Oversized…

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Pittsburgh Cultural Trust Unveils Plans for the New ‘Arts Landing’ Downtown

It’s moving forward with ‘reimagining and building an entirely new destination’ in the 8th Street Block Civic Space.
Virginia Linn,

RENDERING BY FIELD OPERATIONS COURTESY OF THE PITTSBURGH CULTURAL TRUST It’s now called Arts Landing — that 4-acre 8th Street Block Civic Space that is poised to be “one of the most transformative projects” in the Cultural District in 25 years, said Kendra Whitlock Ingram, the president and CEO of the Pittsburgh Cultural Trust. She and other dignitaries unveiled detailed…

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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.
Meg St-Esprit,

PHOTOS BY KARL HUDSON, KH HOME PHOTOS For well over a century, 1616 Meadville St. has perched, seemingly precariously, over Pittsburgh. Despite the optics, the Fineview home on the city’s North Side is staying put. “You worry about foundations, but I am impressed with this house,” says Realtor Mary Verratti, who also happens to own the home. “When they built…

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House of the Week: A Secluded Home in Peters Township With a Heated In-Ground Pool

This house is a hidden gem with no neighbors.
Content Provided by Howard Hanna Real Estate Services,

268 Gateshead Drive Peters Township, PA 15317 Presented by Roberta Williams Howard Hanna Real Estate Services Are you searching for a home where you can experience the tranquility of nature, escape the pressures of life, be in a neighborhood close to the convivence of Rt 19 in Peters Twp? This is a very rare opportunity to own a large home…

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Pittsburgh Magazine Events

Pittsburgher of the Year Celebration

PM Staff,

On Monday, Feb. 24, Pittsburgh Magazine hosted its annual Pittsburgher of the Year Celebration at the Le Mont restaurant in Mt. Washington. The event honored Christina Cassotis, CEO of the Allegheny County Airport Authority. Christina was selected for her  10 years of leadership, determination, out-of-the-box thinking and enthusiastic support for Pittsburgh and its aviation-related endeavors. Read the full feature HERE.  …

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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.
Meg St-Esprit,

PHOTOS BY KARL HUDSON, KH HOME PHOTOS Tucked away in a quiet section Overbrook, 2157 Fairland St. is one of the best-kept secrets in town. Built in 1926, the bungalow appears at first glance to be a typical, tidy Pittsburgh home, but after the home went on the market in January, its stunning interior quickly shot it to viral fame…

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House of the Week: A Completely Renovated City Gem

The three-story open floor plan floods the space with natural light.
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5168 Broad St. Pittsburgh, PA 15224 Presented by Darla K. Jobkar Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices The Preferred Realty Chic, Modern, City Gem. Welcome to 5168 Broad Street. Completely renovated and meticulously maintained, this 3-story gem offers an open floor plan and an abundance of natural light throughout. The main level living space boasts a spacious living room, chic 1/2 bath and…

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House of the Week: A Lakefront Home in Mount Pleasant Township

Life at this home feels like an endless vacation.
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1011 Lakeside Drive Mount Pleasant Township, PA 15057 Presented by Wendy Weaver Howard Hanna Real Estate Services Escape to Cherry Valley Lakeview Estates, where every day feels like a getaway! This stunning 7,390 square feet lakefront home offers breathtaking views, luxury, unmatched convenience — just 25 minutes from Downtown Pittsburgh and close to the airport. Nestled on private lake with…

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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.
Meg St-Esprit,

PHOTOS BY EXPOSURE IT In 2021, Tasha Gilbert and Derek Bennett were looking for a home to share; she was living on the South Side, and he was relocating to Pittsburgh from out of state. After several months of searching, the couple was still looking for that “aha” moment when they walked through the front door of 1741 Duffield St….

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House of the Week: A Just-Listed Private Estate in Upper St. Clair

This home — currently under agreement — is spacious enough for an extended or multi-generational family. Call for backup offers!
Sponsored Content Partner KW Roxane CAN Real Estate Group,

1481 Hollow Tree Drive Upper St. Clair, PA 15241 Presented by Roxane Agostinelli Quality abounds throughout this 6,000+ square feet of luxury living in the sought-after Deerfield neighborhood of USC! This private estate is large enough for an extended or multi-generational family and an entertainer’s dream with the stately governor’s driveway, gorgeous open floor plan with dual dining areas and…

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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.
Meg St-Esprit,

PHOTOS BY 360 CAPTURES While there’s no shortage of condos and townhomes in Pittsburgh, there are many factors that make certain units stand out. Location, layout and association fees all play a part in choosing the perfect home. According to Realtors Abby Wilson and Emily Askin, their latest listing, part of the Fox Way Commons on Pittsburgh’s South Side, checks…

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House of the Week: A Townhouse on Washington’s Landing With Views of Downtown and the Allegheny River

The home features a two-car garage, new roof and deck. New siding is scheduled.
Sponsored Content Partner Kathy Wallace,

63 Waterfront Drive Pittsburgh, PA 15201 Presented by Kathy Wallace Compass Welcome to 63 Waterfront Drive on Washington’s Landing, a stunning townhouse gracing the Allegheny River. Meticulously renovated by SOTA Construction, this residence offers a seamless blend of modern luxury & timeless elegance. Enter through the grand double doors into a foyer adorned with wainscoting and custom wrought iron railings….

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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.
Meg St-Esprit,

PHOTOS BY MIKE LEONARDI AT CANDIDLY YOURS When Robert Youngker moved into his grandparents’ Ross Township home, he planned to live there for just a short time while fixing it up with plans to sell it. That was 22 years ago. As it turned out, the family home in the Laurel Garden neighborhood tugged at his heartstrings — and Youngker…

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House of the Week: A Move-In Ready Home in Point Breeze

This stately stone home is a short walk away from Bakery Square and Mellon Park.
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505 S Linden Ave. Point Breeze, PA 15208 Presented by Rick Hawkinberry Howard Hanna Real Estate Services This stately stone home is situated on a tree-lined street just steps from the Reynolds St. Business District, and a short walk to Bakery Square and Mellon Park. Built in 1895, the house maintains original features with abundant contemporary upgrades. From the welcoming…

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House of the Week: Dream Up Your Perfect Property on This 3-Acre Plot with Two Barns

The two barns account for more than 7,200 square feet of space.
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Lot #11 Vaneal Road Washington, PA 15301 Presented by Jessica Naeser Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices The Preferred Realty Welcome to the unique land in McGuffey School District situated on 3.029 acres with two barns with over 7,200 square feet of space, which you could make into your home, barndominium or a possibly venue, with so many options. The 6,200+ square feet,…

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This Week in Pittsburgh History: The Pittsburgh Banana Company Explosion

This incident, which occurred on Dec. 17, 1936, was so forceful it took out 54 windows of St. Stanislaus Kostka Church across the street.
Sone Ekukole-Sone,

PHOTO BYGLENN WELLING COLLECTION 1936-1942/HEINZ HISTORY CENTER On Thursday, Dec. 17, 1936, an explosion in the Strip District caused bananas to rain down over the area. During this week in Pittsburgh history, Pittsburgh Banana Company employee Peter Kavanek was just going about his normal routine. When he turned on an electric fan, however, an explosion happened. Kavanek was buried in…

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House of the Week: A Ranch-Style Home in Mt. Lebanon

With a stone front and great curb appeal, this home welcomes you into its light-filled space.
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1003 Lakemont Drive Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15243 Presented by Barbara Baker Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices The Preferred Realty With a stone front and exceptional curb appeal, this Mt. Lebanon ranch home welcomes you with warmth and style. Hardwood floors and large picture windows create a bright, inviting atmosphere inside. The living room, anchored by a cozy fireplace, flows effortlessly into the dining…

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What’s the Future for Pittsburgh’s Smithfield Street?

The city’s once-premier shopping corridor is plagued with vacancies and decline, and was not a focus of the Downtown revitalization announcement. But it’s poised for a rebirth.
Adam Smeltz,

PEDESTRIANS AND DRIVERS MAKE THEIR WAY ALONG SMITHFIELD STREET BETWEEN OLIVER AVENUE AND THE SMITHFIELD STREET BRIDGE ON WEDNESDAY, DEC. 4, 2024. | PHOTO BY STEPHANIE STRASBURG/PUBLICSOURCE For Gabrielle Davis-Jones, Smithfield Street defined luxury. Heading to Downtown’s vibrant shopping corridor meant the nice coat, baby-doll shoes and tights, dressing in “your Sunday’s best to go buy some new Sunday’s best,”…

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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.
Meg St-Esprit,

PHOTOS BY JORDAN GRAY/PREP SOLUTIONS Nestled on a wooded lot in Squirrel Hill South, this American Foursquare-style home is nearly unrecognizable from when it was built more than a century ago in 1910. With vertical siding, huge windows, glass railings and a multi-layer deck cantilevered over a lush backyard, the contemporary home stands out from the other homes that characterize…

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House of the Week: An Opulent and Modern Residence in Cranberry Township

Step into the open-concept living areas with European Oak flooring, crown molding and chandeliers.
Content Provided by Howard Hanna Real Estate Services,

604 Boxwood Drive Cranberry Township, PA 16046 Presented by Bertie Verbanac Howard Hanna Real Estate Services Welcome to 604 Boxwood — a Zillow Showcased home — where opulence meets modern design in an exquisite embrace of comfort and style. Step inside and be prepared to encounter an enchanting symphony of light and space, designed to evoke awe and wonder at…