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$365,351$210 / 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 93How 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 $211,000 on Mar 24, 2020

159 W PROSPECT AVE

PITTSBURGH, PA 15205
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,742 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.
4,000 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1905
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.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$365K
$339K low$391K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$211,000 · Mar 24, 2020

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,071 (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.$166,600 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$20,700
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$145,900
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$166,600
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$184,600

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.
74
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
73
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
CountyALLEGHENY
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.09
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
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.

E
Forest Grove Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–2 · 2.8 mi
H
Montour High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.8 mi
M
David E. Williams Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 3.0 mi

District: Montour School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 15205These 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.99
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 100.28

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.27%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.10%
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.20,254
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,328 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$72,214
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$93,636
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 W 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 more than 87% of homes in Pittsburgh 15205
  • Costs more per square foot than 83% of homes in Pittsburgh 15205
  • Has a smaller lot than 76% of homes in Pittsburgh 15205
  • Older than 88% of homes in Allegheny County

What homes are worth in Pittsburgh 15205

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

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$76K$750K

This home is worth more than 87% of homes in Pittsburgh 15205.

How it measures up in Pittsburgh 15205

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Pittsburgh 15205.

Estimated value$365,351
CheaperTypical $207,793Pricier

Pricier than 87% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$210
CheaperTypical $157Pricier

Pricier than 83% of homes nearby

Living area1,742 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,471 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 64% of homes nearby

Lot size4,000 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.14 acBigger

Bigger than 24% of homes nearby

Year built1905
OlderTypical 1950Newer

Newer than 16% of homes nearby

How 159 W Prospect Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePittsburgh 15205Allegheny County
Estimated valuepricier than$365,35187% of homes75% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$21083% of homes72% of homes
Living areabigger than1,742 ft²64% of homes63% of homes
Lot sizebigger than4,000 ft²24% of homes26% of homes
Year builtnewer than190516% of homes12% of homes

About 159 W Prospect Ave

How much is 159 W Prospect Ave, Pittsburgh, PA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 159 W Prospect Ave, Pittsburgh, PA is $365,351 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $339,442 to $391,260. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 159 W Prospect Ave, Pittsburgh, PA last sell?

159 W Prospect Ave, Pittsburgh, PA last sold on Mar 24, 2020 for $211,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 159 W Prospect Ave, Pittsburgh, PA?

159 W Prospect Ave, Pittsburgh, PA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,742 square feet of living space and a 0.09-acre lot.

When was 159 W Prospect Ave, Pittsburgh, PA built?

159 W Prospect Ave, Pittsburgh, PA was built in 1905, making it 121 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 159 W Prospect Ave, Pittsburgh, PA?

159 W Prospect Ave, Pittsburgh, PA is assigned to Forest Grove Elementary School (elementary); Montour High School (high), rated A-; David E. Williams Middle School (middle), rated A. All sit in Montour School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 159 W Prospect Ave, Pittsburgh, PA compare to other homes in Pittsburgh 15205?

Among the 8,052 homes in Pittsburgh 15205, it is worth more than 87% of them ($365,351 against a typical $207,793), its price per square foot is higher than 83% of them ($210 against a typical $157), it is bigger than 64% of them (1,742 ft² against a typical 1,471 ft²), its lot is bigger than 24% of them (4,000 ft² against a typical 0.14 ac) and it is newer than 16% of them (1905 against a typical 1950). Measured against all of Allegheny County, it is worth more than 75% 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 W Prospect Ave, Pittsburgh, PA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 159 W Prospect Ave, Pittsburgh, PA was $1,071. The county assessed it at $166,600.

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