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$854,995$322 / 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 88How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $795,000 on Mar 17, 2025

1221 BUENA VISTA ST

PITTSBURGH, PA 15212
2
Beds
3.5
Baths
2,652 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.
2,200 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1890
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
3
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
8
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$855K
$756K low$954K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$795,000 · Mar 17, 2025

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,561 (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.$242,800 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$56,400
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$186,400
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$224,800
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$242,800

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.36
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
1
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.
74
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
31
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Townhouse
CountyALLEGHENY
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.05
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Brick
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(3)

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
Pittsburgh King Elementary SchoolF
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 0.5 mi
H
Perry High SchoolF
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.3 mi

District: Pittsburgh 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

1221 Buena Vista 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.

  • Among the most valuable homes in Pittsburgh 15212
  • Costs more per square foot than 98% of homes in Pittsburgh 15212
  • Bigger than 92% of homes in Pittsburgh 15212
  • Has a smaller lot than 91% of homes in Allegheny County
  • Older than 97% of homes in Allegheny County

What homes are worth in Pittsburgh 15212

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

This home
$41K$635K

This home is worth more than almost all 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$854,995
CheaperTypical $161,072Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Price per ft²$322
CheaperTypical $112Pricier

Pricier than 98% of homes nearby

Living area2,652 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,548 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 92% of homes nearby

Lot size2,200 ft²
SmallerTypical 3,311 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 29% of homes nearby

Year built1890
OlderTypical 1911Newer

Newer than 12% of homes nearby

How 1221 Buena Vista St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeCentral NorthsidePittsburgh 15212Allegheny County
Estimated valuepricier than$854,99597% of homesalmost all homes97% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$32285% of homes98% of homes96% of homes
Living areabigger than2,652 ft²84% of homes92% of homes90% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2,200 ft²70% of homes29% of homes9% of homes
Year builtnewer than189033% of homes12% of homes3% of homes

About 1221 Buena Vista St

How much is 1221 Buena Vista St, Pittsburgh, PA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1221 Buena Vista St, Pittsburgh, PA is $854,995 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $756,090 to $953,900. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1221 Buena Vista St, Pittsburgh, PA last sell?

1221 Buena Vista St, Pittsburgh, PA last sold on Mar 17, 2025 for $795,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 1221 Buena Vista St, Pittsburgh, PA?

1221 Buena Vista St, Pittsburgh, PA has 2 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, 2,652 square feet of living space and a 0.05-acre lot.

When was 1221 Buena Vista St, Pittsburgh, PA built?

1221 Buena Vista St, Pittsburgh, PA was built in 1890, making it 136 years old. The building has 3 stories.

What schools serve 1221 Buena Vista St, Pittsburgh, PA?

1221 Buena Vista St, Pittsburgh, PA is assigned to Pittsburgh King Elementary School (elementary), rated F; Perry High School (high), rated F. All sit in Pittsburgh School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1221 Buena Vista St, Pittsburgh, PA compare to other homes in Pittsburgh 15212?

Among the 10,420 homes in Pittsburgh 15212, it is worth more than almost all of them ($854,995 against a typical $161,072), its price per square foot is higher than 98% of them ($322 against a typical $112), it is bigger than 92% of them (2,652 ft² against a typical 1,548 ft²), its lot is bigger than 29% of them (2,200 ft² against a typical 3,311 ft²) and it is newer than 12% of them (1890 against a typical 1911). Measured against all of Allegheny County, it is worth more than 97% 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 1221 Buena Vista St, Pittsburgh, PA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 1221 Buena Vista St, Pittsburgh, PA was $1,561. The county assessed it at $242,800.

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