This charming 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom home is ready for you to make it your own. With main floor living and plenty of updates throughout, this hidden gem in Castle Shannon features beautiful hardwood floors, an updated kitchen with quartz countertops, newer appliances, and walkout access to a fully fenced backyard and covered rear patio - perfect for entertaining or relaxing. The finished basement offers additional living space, ideal for a game room, home gym, or cozy lounge. You'll find great storage throughout the home, plus extra space in the backyard shed. Conveniently located with easy access to shopping, restaurants, grocery stores, and more - this home blends comfort, style, and location in one great package.
Sold for $240,000 on 05/23/25
$240,000
242 Castle Rd, Pittsburgh, PA 15234
3beds
875sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1948
6,699.53 Square Feet Lot
$238,700 Zestimate®
$274/sqft
$1,530 Estimated rent
Home value
$238,700
$227,000 - $251,000
$1,530/mo
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What's special
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: May 27, 2025 at 07:11am
Listed by:
Matthew Gillespie 412-833-5405,
COLDWELL BANKER REALTY
Bought with:
Mirnela Ibisevic, RS361917
COLDWELL BANKER REALTY
Source: WPMLS,MLS#: 1697166
Originating MLS: West Penn Multi-List
Originating MLS: West Penn Multi-ListFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Some Gas Appliances, Dryer, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
Features
- Window Treatments
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Windows: Window Treatments
- Basement: Finished,Walk-Up Access
Interior area
- Total structure area: 875
- Total interior livable area: 875 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Built In, Garage Door Opener
- Has attached garage: Yes
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 6,699 sqft
- Dimensions: 0.1538
Details
- Parcel number: 0249A00132000000
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial,Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- Resale
- Year built: 1948
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Public Transportation
Location
- Region: Pittsburgh
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/27/2025 | Pending sale | $240,000$274/sqft |
Source:  WPMLS #1697166 | ||
| 5/23/2025 | Sold | $240,000$274/sqft |
Source: WPMLS #1697166 | ||
| 4/23/2025 | Contingent | $240,000$274/sqft |
Source: WPMLS #1697166 | ||
| 4/18/2025 | Listed for sale | $240,000+12.1%$274/sqft |
Source: WPMLS #1697166 | ||
| 1/24/2023 | Sold | $214,000$245/sqft |
Source: WPMLS #1585464 | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,186 +5.8% | $131,100 |
| 2024 | $4,900 +815.9% | $131,100 +15.9% |
| 2023 | $535 | $113,100 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Castle Shannon
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Myrtle Ave SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.6 mi
- 6/10Keystone Oaks Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.8 mi
- 6/10Keystone Oaks High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.9 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Keystone Oaks
Source: WPMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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