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$125,600$86 / 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 74How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026

1543 RUTHERFORD AVE

PITTSBURGH, PA 15216
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,456 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.
3,000 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1920
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
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

$126K
$93K low$158K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$258 (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.$40,100 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$16,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$24,100
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$40,100
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$58,100

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.45
41
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.
76
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.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.8 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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
CountyALLEGHENY
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.07
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(1)

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 Beechwood Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.4 mi
H
Brashear High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.7 mi
M
Pittsburgh South Hills Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.7 mi

District: Pittsburgh School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 15216These 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.95
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 100.25

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.92%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.31%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.5%
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.23,746
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.6,787 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$81,660
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$99,546
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

1543 Rutherford 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 90% of homes in Pittsburgh 15216
  • Costs less per square foot than 94% of homes in Pittsburgh 15216
  • Has a smaller lot than 90% of homes in Beechview
  • Older than 77% of homes in Allegheny County

What homes are worth in Pittsburgh 15216

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

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$90K$695K

This home is worth more than 10% of homes in Pittsburgh 15216.

How it measures up in Pittsburgh 15216

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Pittsburgh 15216.

Estimated value$125,600
CheaperTypical $229,504Pricier

Pricier than 10% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$86
CheaperTypical $164Pricier

Pricier than 6% of homes nearby

Living area1,456 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,474 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 49% of homes nearby

Lot size3,000 ft²
SmallerTypical 4,182 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 11% of homes nearby

Year built1920
OlderTypical 1930Newer

Newer than 30% of homes nearby

How 1543 Rutherford Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBeechviewPittsburgh 15216Allegheny County
Estimated valuepricier than$125,60024% of homes10% of homes20% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$8614% of homes6% of homes16% of homes
Living areabigger than1,456 ft²60% of homes49% of homes47% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,000 ft²10% of homes11% of homes17% of homes
Year builtnewer than192032% of homes30% of homes23% of homes

About 1543 Rutherford Ave

How much is 1543 Rutherford Ave, Pittsburgh, PA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1543 Rutherford Ave, Pittsburgh, PA is $125,600 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $93,326 to $157,874. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1543 Rutherford Ave, Pittsburgh, PA last sell?

1543 Rutherford Ave, Pittsburgh, PA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1543 Rutherford Ave, Pittsburgh, PA?

1543 Rutherford Ave, Pittsburgh, PA has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,456 square feet of living space and a 0.07-acre lot.

When was 1543 Rutherford Ave, Pittsburgh, PA built?

1543 Rutherford Ave, Pittsburgh, PA was built in 1920, making it 106 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 1543 Rutherford Ave, Pittsburgh, PA?

1543 Rutherford Ave, Pittsburgh, PA is assigned to Pittsburgh Beechwood Elementary School (elementary), rated B; Brashear High School (high), rated D-; Pittsburgh South Hills Middle School (middle), rated C-. All sit in Pittsburgh School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1543 Rutherford Ave, Pittsburgh, PA compare to other homes in Pittsburgh 15216?

Among the 9,076 homes in Pittsburgh 15216, it is worth more than 10% of them ($125,600 against a typical $229,504), its price per square foot is higher than 6% of them ($86 against a typical $164), it is bigger than 49% of them (1,456 ft² against a typical 1,474 ft²), its lot is bigger than 11% of them (3,000 ft² against a typical 4,182 ft²) and it is newer than 30% of them (1920 against a typical 1930). Measured against all of Allegheny County, it is worth more than 20% 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 1543 Rutherford Ave, Pittsburgh, PA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 1543 Rutherford Ave, Pittsburgh, PA was $258. The county assessed it at $40,100.

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