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$136,634$155 / 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 92How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $125,000 on Feb 28, 2023

1221 PROSPECT AVE

PITTSBURGH, PA 15234
2
Beds
2
Baths
884 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.
0.18 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1956
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$137K
$125K low$148K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$125,000 · Feb 28, 2023

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$438 (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.$68,100 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$13,600
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$54,500
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$41,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$68,100

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.38
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
5
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.
79
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.
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.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Cape Cod
CountyALLEGHENY
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.18
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
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(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
Myrtle Avenue Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.3 mi
M
Keystone Oaks Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.7 mi
H
Keystone Oaks High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.7 mi

District: Keystone Oaks School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 15234These 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.64
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.92
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.26

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.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.26%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.1%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.13,896
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.4,378 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$80,019
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$99,590
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.51°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.39 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 Prospect Ave 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 93% of homes in Pittsburgh 15234
  • Costs less per square foot than 74% of homes in Pittsburgh 15234
  • Smaller than 95% of homes in Allegheny County
  • Newer than 70% of homes in Pittsburgh 15234

What homes are worth in Pittsburgh 15234

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

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$96K$499K

This home is worth more than 7% of homes in Pittsburgh 15234.

How it measures up in Pittsburgh 15234

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Pittsburgh 15234.

Estimated value$136,634
CheaperTypical $222,561Pricier

Pricier than 7% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$155
CheaperTypical $185Pricier

Pricier than 26% of homes nearby

Living area884 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,238 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 11% of homes nearby

Lot size0.18 ac
SmallerTypical 0.16 acBigger

Bigger than 63% of homes nearby

Year built1956
OlderTypical 1952Newer

Newer than 70% of homes nearby

How 1221 Prospect Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePittsburgh 15234Allegheny County
Estimated valuepricier than$136,6347% of homes23% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$15526% of homes43% of homes
Living areabigger than884 ft²11% of homes5% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.18 ac63% of homes53% of homes
Year builtnewer than195670% of homes60% of homes

About 1221 Prospect Ave

How much is 1221 Prospect Ave, Pittsburgh, PA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1221 Prospect Ave, Pittsburgh, PA is $136,634 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $125,136 to $148,132. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1221 Prospect Ave, Pittsburgh, PA last sell?

1221 Prospect Ave, Pittsburgh, PA last sold on Feb 28, 2023 for $125,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 1221 Prospect Ave, Pittsburgh, PA?

1221 Prospect Ave, Pittsburgh, PA has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 884 square feet of living space and a 0.18-acre lot.

When was 1221 Prospect Ave, Pittsburgh, PA built?

1221 Prospect Ave, Pittsburgh, PA was built in 1956, making it 70 years old. It is a cape cod home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1221 Prospect Ave, Pittsburgh, PA?

1221 Prospect Ave, Pittsburgh, PA is assigned to Myrtle Avenue Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; Keystone Oaks Middle School (middle), rated B; Keystone Oaks High School (high), rated A-. All sit in Keystone Oaks School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1221 Prospect Ave, Pittsburgh, PA compare to other homes in Pittsburgh 15234?

Among the 5,522 homes in Pittsburgh 15234, it is worth more than 7% of them ($136,634 against a typical $222,561), its price per square foot is higher than 26% of them ($155 against a typical $185), it is bigger than 11% of them (884 ft² against a typical 1,238 ft²), its lot is bigger than 63% of them (0.18 ac against a typical 0.16 ac) and it is newer than 70% of them (1956 against a typical 1952). Measured against all of Allegheny County, it is worth more than 23% 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 Prospect Ave, Pittsburgh, PA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 1221 Prospect Ave, Pittsburgh, PA was $438. The county assessed it at $68,100.

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