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$305,642$207 / 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 96How 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 $192,000 on Aug 1, 2017

1242 PROSPECT RD

PITTSBURGH, PA 15227
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,478 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.
0.17 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1940
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$306K
$294K low$317K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$192,000 · Aug 1, 2017

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$862 (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.$134,000 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$40,200
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$93,800
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$134,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$152,000

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.
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.
78
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
26
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.0.17
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Masonry/Concrete Masonry Units (Cmus)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Slate
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, Attached
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.

H
Baldwin High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.6 mi
E
Whitehall Elementary School
Elementary · Grades 1–2 · 1.4 mi
M
J. E. Harrison Middle SchoolD
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.7 mi

District: Baldwin-Whitehall School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 15227These 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.96
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.95
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.25

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.93%
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.8.8%
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.28,798
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.4,626 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$68,856
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$93,036
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

1242 Prospect Rd 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 more than 92% of homes in Pittsburgh 15227
  • Costs more per square foot than 90% of homes in Pittsburgh 15227
  • Bigger than 67% of homes in Pittsburgh 15227
  • Older than 69% of homes in Pittsburgh 15227

What homes are worth in Pittsburgh 15227

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

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$85K$393K

This home is worth more than 92% of homes in Pittsburgh 15227.

How it measures up in Pittsburgh 15227

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Pittsburgh 15227.

Estimated value$305,642
CheaperTypical $187,630Pricier

Pricier than 92% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$207
CheaperTypical $150Pricier

Pricier than 90% of homes nearby

Living area1,478 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,276 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 67% of homes nearby

Lot size0.17 ac
SmallerTypical 0.16 acBigger

Bigger than 55% of homes nearby

Year built1940
OlderTypical 1950Newer

Newer than 31% of homes nearby

How 1242 Prospect Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePittsburgh 15227Allegheny County
Estimated valuepricier than$305,64292% of homes67% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$20790% of homes71% of homes
Living areabigger than1,478 ft²67% of homes49% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.17 ac55% of homes48% of homes
Year builtnewer than194031% of homes39% of homes

About 1242 Prospect Rd

How much is 1242 Prospect Rd, Pittsburgh, PA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1242 Prospect Rd, Pittsburgh, PA is $305,642 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $294,397 to $316,887. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1242 Prospect Rd, Pittsburgh, PA last sell?

1242 Prospect Rd, Pittsburgh, PA last sold on Aug 1, 2017 for $192,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 1242 Prospect Rd, Pittsburgh, PA?

1242 Prospect Rd, Pittsburgh, PA has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,478 square feet of living space and a 0.17-acre lot.

When was 1242 Prospect Rd, Pittsburgh, PA built?

1242 Prospect Rd, Pittsburgh, PA was built in 1940, making it 86 years old. It is a cape cod home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1242 Prospect Rd, Pittsburgh, PA?

1242 Prospect Rd, Pittsburgh, PA is assigned to Baldwin High School (high), rated B-; Whitehall Elementary School (elementary); J. E. Harrison Middle School (middle), rated D. All sit in Baldwin-Whitehall School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1242 Prospect Rd, Pittsburgh, PA compare to other homes in Pittsburgh 15227?

Among the 10,766 homes in Pittsburgh 15227, it is worth more than 92% of them ($305,642 against a typical $187,630), its price per square foot is higher than 90% of them ($207 against a typical $150), it is bigger than 67% of them (1,478 ft² against a typical 1,276 ft²), its lot is bigger than 55% of them (0.17 ac against a typical 0.16 ac) and it is newer than 31% of them (1940 against a typical 1950). Measured against all of Allegheny County, it is worth more than 67% 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 1242 Prospect Rd, Pittsburgh, PA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 1242 Prospect Rd, Pittsburgh, PA was $862. The county assessed it at $134,000.

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