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$225,691$179 / 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 90How 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 $58,500 on Nov 1, 2006

173 MERRIMAC ST

PITTSBURGH, PA 15211
3
Beds
1
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.
3,555 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1910
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

$226K
$202K low$249K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$58,500 · Nov 1, 2006

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$221 (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.$34,300 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$22,200
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$12,100
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$34,300
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$52,300

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.36
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.
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.
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.0.08
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(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
Pittsburgh Whittier Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.4 mi
M
Pittsburgh South Hills Middle SchoolD-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.0 mi
H
Brashear High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.1 mi

District: Pittsburgh School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 15211These 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.147
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.96
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.88%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.35%
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.10,037
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.6,568 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$77,258
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$96,302
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

173 Merrimac 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 71% of homes in Mount Washington
  • Costs more per square foot than 79% of homes in Mount Washington
  • Smaller than 74% of homes in Mount Washington
  • Has a smaller lot than 77% of homes in Allegheny County
  • Older than 84% of homes in Allegheny County

What homes are worth in Pittsburgh 15211

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

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$70K$785K

This home is worth more than 65% of homes in Pittsburgh 15211.

How it measures up in Pittsburgh 15211

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Pittsburgh 15211.

Estimated value$225,691
CheaperTypical $183,555Pricier

Pricier than 65% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$179
CheaperTypical $133Pricier

Pricier than 72% of homes nearby

Living area1,260 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,547 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 28% of homes nearby

Lot size3,555 ft²
SmallerTypical 3,006 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 61% of homes nearby

Year built1910
OlderTypical 1920Newer

Newer than 44% of homes nearby

How 173 Merrimac St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMount WashingtonPittsburgh 15211Allegheny County
Estimated valuepricier than$225,69171% of homes65% of homes48% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$17979% of homes72% of homes56% of homes
Living areabigger than1,260 ft²26% of homes28% of homes32% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,555 ft²68% of homes61% of homes23% of homes
Year builtnewer than191047% of homes44% of homes16% of homes

About 173 Merrimac St

How much is 173 Merrimac St, Pittsburgh, PA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 173 Merrimac St, Pittsburgh, PA is $225,691 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $202,109 to $249,273. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 173 Merrimac St, Pittsburgh, PA last sell?

173 Merrimac St, Pittsburgh, PA last sold on Nov 1, 2006 for $58,500, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 173 Merrimac St, Pittsburgh, PA?

173 Merrimac St, Pittsburgh, PA has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,260 square feet of living space and a 0.08-acre lot.

When was 173 Merrimac St, Pittsburgh, PA built?

173 Merrimac St, Pittsburgh, PA was built in 1910, making it 116 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 173 Merrimac St, Pittsburgh, PA?

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

How does 173 Merrimac St, Pittsburgh, PA compare to other homes in Pittsburgh 15211?

Among the 4,854 homes in Pittsburgh 15211, it is worth more than 65% of them ($225,691 against a typical $183,555), its price per square foot is higher than 72% of them ($179 against a typical $133), it is bigger than 28% of them (1,260 ft² against a typical 1,547 ft²), its lot is bigger than 61% of them (3,555 ft² against a typical 3,006 ft²) and it is newer than 44% of them (1910 against a typical 1920). Measured against all of Allegheny County, it is worth more than 48% 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 173 Merrimac St, Pittsburgh, PA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 173 Merrimac St, Pittsburgh, PA was $221. The county assessed it at $34,300.

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