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$127,160$153 / 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 Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $92,500 on May 24, 2017

257 BASCOM AVE

PITTSBURGH, PA 15214
2
Beds
1
Baths
832 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.
0.2 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1950
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
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

$127K
$118K low$136K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$92,500 · May 24, 2017

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$270 (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.$42,000 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$20,300
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$21,700
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$42,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$60,000

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.37
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
6
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.
74
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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Ranch
CountyALLEGHENY
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.20
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.

H
Perry High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.6 mi
E
Pittsburgh Morrow Elementary SchoolD+
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 1.3 mi

District: Pittsburgh School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 15214These 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.138
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.98
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.87%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.21%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.22%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.13,299
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,846 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$61,372
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$74,949
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

257 Bascom 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 79% of homes in Allegheny County
  • Costs more per square foot than 95% of homes in Perry North
  • Smaller than 98% of homes in Perry North
  • Has a bigger lot than 87% of homes in Perry North
  • Newer than 94% of homes in Perry North

What homes are worth in Pittsburgh 15214

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

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$44K$363K

This home is worth more than 31% of homes in Pittsburgh 15214.

How it measures up in Pittsburgh 15214

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Pittsburgh 15214.

Estimated value$127,160
CheaperTypical $172,817Pricier

Pricier than 31% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$153
CheaperTypical $116Pricier

Pricier than 67% of homes nearby

Living area832 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,428 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 3% of homes nearby

Lot size0.2 ac
SmallerTypical 0.12 acBigger

Bigger than 78% of homes nearby

Year built1950
OlderTypical 1930Newer

Newer than 72% of homes nearby

How 257 Bascom Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePerry NorthPittsburgh 15214Allegheny County
Estimated valuepricier than$127,16030% of homes31% of homes21% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$15395% of homes67% of homes42% of homes
Living areabigger than832 ft²2% of homes3% of homes3% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.2 ac87% of homes78% of homes57% of homes
Year builtnewer than195094% of homes72% of homes50% of homes

About 257 Bascom Ave

How much is 257 Bascom Ave, Pittsburgh, PA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 257 Bascom Ave, Pittsburgh, PA is $127,160 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $117,840 to $136,480. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 257 Bascom Ave, Pittsburgh, PA last sell?

257 Bascom Ave, Pittsburgh, PA last sold on May 24, 2017 for $92,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 257 Bascom Ave, Pittsburgh, PA?

257 Bascom Ave, Pittsburgh, PA has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 832 square feet of living space and a 0.20-acre lot.

When was 257 Bascom Ave, Pittsburgh, PA built?

257 Bascom Ave, Pittsburgh, PA was built in 1950, making it 76 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 257 Bascom Ave, Pittsburgh, PA?

257 Bascom Ave, Pittsburgh, PA is assigned to Perry High School (high), rated D; Pittsburgh Morrow Elementary School (elementary), rated D+. All sit in Pittsburgh School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 257 Bascom Ave, Pittsburgh, PA compare to other homes in Pittsburgh 15214?

Among the 5,289 homes in Pittsburgh 15214, it is worth more than 31% of them ($127,160 against a typical $172,817), its price per square foot is higher than 67% of them ($153 against a typical $116), it is bigger than 3% of them (832 ft² against a typical 1,428 ft²), its lot is bigger than 78% of them (0.2 ac against a typical 0.12 ac) and it is newer than 72% of them (1950 against a typical 1930). Measured against all of Allegheny County, it is worth more than 21% 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 257 Bascom Ave, Pittsburgh, PA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 257 Bascom Ave, Pittsburgh, PA was $270. The county assessed it at $42,000.

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