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$338,344$269 / 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 Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $126,500 on Oct 22, 2015

159 42ND ST

PITTSBURGH, PA 15201
2
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,260 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.
855 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1900
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$338K
$311K low$366K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$126,500 · Oct 22, 2015

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$767 (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.$119,300 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$13,400
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$105,900
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.$119,300

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.34
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.
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.Townhouse
CountyALLEGHENY
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1910
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.02
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
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.

M
Pittsburgh Arsenal Middle SchoolD
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.2 mi
E
Pittsburgh Arsenal Elementary SchoolD
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.3 mi
H
Pittsburgh MillionesF
High · Grades 6–12 · 1.5 mi

District: Pittsburgh School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 15201These 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.141
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 100.30

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.88%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.34%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.12%
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.13,146
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.4,731 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$81,321
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$102,226
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

159 42nd 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 more than 72% of homes in Allegheny County
  • Costs more per square foot than 92% of homes in Allegheny County
  • Smaller than 67% of homes in Allegheny County
  • Among the smallest lots in Allegheny County
  • Older than 90% of homes in Allegheny County

What homes are worth in Pittsburgh 15201

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

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$120K$847K

This home is worth more than 64% of homes in Pittsburgh 15201.

How it measures up in Pittsburgh 15201

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Pittsburgh 15201.

Estimated value$338,344
CheaperTypical $292,347Pricier

Pricier than 64% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$269
CheaperTypical $213Pricier

Pricier than 74% of homes nearby

Living area1,260 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,400 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 39% of homes nearby

Lot size855 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,047 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 11% of homes nearby

Year built1900
OlderTypical 1910Newer

Newer than 48% of homes nearby

How 159 42nd St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeCentral LawrencevillePittsburgh 15201Allegheny County
Estimated valuepricier than$338,34449% of homes64% of homes72% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$26967% of homes74% of homes92% of homes
Living areabigger than1,260 ft²34% of homes39% of homes33% of homes
Lot sizebigger than855 ft²16% of homes11% of homesalmost no homes
Year builtnewer than190066% of homes48% of homes10% of homes

About 159 42nd St

How much is 159 42nd St, Pittsburgh, PA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 159 42nd St, Pittsburgh, PA is $338,344 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $310,591 to $366,097. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 159 42nd St, Pittsburgh, PA last sell?

159 42nd St, Pittsburgh, PA last sold on Oct 22, 2015 for $126,500, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 159 42nd St, Pittsburgh, PA?

159 42nd St, Pittsburgh, PA has 2 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 1,260 square feet of living space and a 0.02-acre lot.

When was 159 42nd St, Pittsburgh, PA built?

159 42nd St, Pittsburgh, PA was built in 1900, making it 126 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 159 42nd St, Pittsburgh, PA?

159 42nd St, Pittsburgh, PA is assigned to Pittsburgh Arsenal Middle School (middle), rated D; Pittsburgh Arsenal Elementary School (elementary), rated D; Pittsburgh Milliones (high), rated F. All sit in Pittsburgh School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 159 42nd St, Pittsburgh, PA compare to other homes in Pittsburgh 15201?

Among the 5,845 homes in Pittsburgh 15201, it is worth more than 64% of them ($338,344 against a typical $292,347), its price per square foot is higher than 74% of them ($269 against a typical $213), it is bigger than 39% of them (1,260 ft² against a typical 1,400 ft²), its lot is bigger than 11% of them (855 ft² against a typical 2,047 ft²) and it is newer than 48% of them (1900 against a typical 1910). Measured against all of Allegheny County, it is worth more than 72% 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 159 42nd St, Pittsburgh, PA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 159 42nd St, Pittsburgh, PA was $767. The county assessed it at $119,300.

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