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Duplex (2 Units, Any Combination)Residential
$162,035$84 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 85How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $250,000 on Nov 21, 2024

1214 JAMES ST

PITTSBURGH, PA 15212
4
Beds
2
Baths
1,938 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
0.12 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1970
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
10
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$162K
$138K low$186K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$250,000 · Nov 21, 2024

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$806 (2026)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$125,300 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$25,100
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$100,200
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$119,300
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$125,300

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.35
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
4
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
75
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
77
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
20
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.minimal

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Duplex (2 Units, Any Combination)
CountyALLEGHENY
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.12
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Masonry/Concrete Masonry Units (Cmus)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(2)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Marzolf Primary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades KG–3 · 1.4 mi
H
Shaler Area High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.8 mi
M
Shaler Area Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 2.2 mi

District: Shaler Area School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 15212These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.151
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.94
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.23

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.85%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.23%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.16%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.26,764
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.4,111 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$65,128
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$87,856
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.52°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.38 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.45%

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How this home compares

1214 James St measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth less than 70% of homes in Allegheny County
  • Costs less per square foot than 83% of homes in Allegheny County
  • Bigger than 72% of homes in Pittsburgh 15212
  • Has a bigger lot than 75% of homes in Pittsburgh 15212
  • Newer than 95% of homes in Pittsburgh 15212

What homes are worth in Pittsburgh 15212

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

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$40K$658K

This home is worth more than 53% of homes in Pittsburgh 15212.

How it measures up in Pittsburgh 15212

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Pittsburgh 15212.

Estimated value$162,035
CheaperTypical $154,819Pricier

Pricier than 53% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$84
CheaperTypical $107Pricier

Pricier than 33% of homes nearby

Living area1,938 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,543 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 72% of homes nearby

Lot size0.12 ac
SmallerTypical 3,267 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 75% of homes nearby

Year built1970
OlderTypical 1911Newer

Newer than 95% of homes nearby

How 1214 James St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePittsburgh 15212Allegheny County
Estimated valuepricier than$162,03553% of homes30% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$8433% of homes17% of homes
Living areabigger than1,938 ft²72% of homes72% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.12 ac75% of homes35% of homes
Year builtnewer than197095% of homes76% of homes

About 1214 James St

How much is 1214 James St, Pittsburgh, PA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1214 James St, Pittsburgh, PA is $162,035 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $138,391 to $185,679. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1214 James St, Pittsburgh, PA last sell?

1214 James St, Pittsburgh, PA last sold on Nov 21, 2024 for $250,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 1214 James St, Pittsburgh, PA?

1214 James St, Pittsburgh, PA has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,938 square feet of living space and a 0.12-acre lot.

When was 1214 James St, Pittsburgh, PA built?

1214 James St, Pittsburgh, PA was built in 1970, making it 56 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 1214 James St, Pittsburgh, PA?

1214 James St, Pittsburgh, PA is assigned to Marzolf Primary School (elementary), rated A+; Shaler Area High School (high), rated B+; Shaler Area Middle School (middle), rated C+. All sit in Shaler Area School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1214 James St, Pittsburgh, PA compare to other homes in Pittsburgh 15212?

Among the 10,420 homes in Pittsburgh 15212, it is worth more than 53% of them ($162,035 against a typical $154,819), its price per square foot is higher than 33% of them ($84 against a typical $107), it is bigger than 72% of them (1,938 ft² against a typical 1,543 ft²), its lot is bigger than 75% of them (0.12 ac against a typical 3,267 ft²) and it is newer than 95% of them (1970 against a typical 1911). Measured against all of Allegheny County, it is worth more than 30% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 1214 James St, Pittsburgh, PA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 1214 James St, Pittsburgh, PA was $806. The county assessed it at $125,300.

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