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$134,254$145 / 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 $127,500 on Aug 26, 2024

287 ALVA WAY

MONROEVILLE, PA 15146
3
Beds
1
Baths
925 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.
1956
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.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$134K
$121K low$147K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$127,500 · Aug 26, 2024

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$542 (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.$84,300 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$22,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$61,800
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$66,300
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$84,300

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.37
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
5
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
73
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
83
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
26
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.Brick
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(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
Dr Cleveland Steward Jr Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades KG–4 · 2.2 mi
H
Gateway Sr High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.5 mi
M
Gateway Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 2.8 mi

District: Gateway School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 15146These 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.85
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.90
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.93%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.30%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.8%
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.28,375
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,450 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$79,630
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$97,698
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.51°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.40 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

287 Alva Way 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 94% of homes in Monroeville 15146
  • Costs less per square foot than 75% of homes in Monroeville 15146
  • Smaller than 92% of homes in Monroeville 15146
  • Has a smaller lot than 71% of homes in Monroeville 15146
  • Older than 69% of homes in Monroeville 15146

What homes are worth in Monroeville 15146

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

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$92K$541K

This home is worth more than 6% of homes in Monroeville 15146.

How it measures up in Monroeville 15146

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Monroeville 15146.

Estimated value$134,254
CheaperTypical $236,095Pricier

Pricier than 6% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$145
CheaperTypical $167Pricier

Pricier than 25% of homes nearby

Living area925 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,446 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 8% of homes nearby

Lot size0.2 ac
SmallerTypical 0.24 acBigger

Bigger than 29% of homes nearby

Year built1956
OlderTypical 1960Newer

Newer than 31% of homes nearby

How 287 Alva Way ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMonroeville 15146Allegheny County
Estimated valuepricier than$134,2546% of homes23% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$14525% of homes39% of homes
Living areabigger than925 ft²8% of homes8% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.2 ac29% of homes57% of homes
Year builtnewer than195631% of homes60% of homes

About 287 Alva Way

How much is 287 Alva Way, Monroeville, PA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 287 Alva Way, Monroeville, PA is $134,254 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $121,356 to $147,152. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 287 Alva Way, Monroeville, PA last sell?

287 Alva Way, Monroeville, PA last sold on Aug 26, 2024 for $127,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 287 Alva Way, Monroeville, PA?

287 Alva Way, Monroeville, PA has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 925 square feet of living space and a 0.20-acre lot.

When was 287 Alva Way, Monroeville, PA built?

287 Alva Way, Monroeville, PA was built in 1956, making it 70 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 287 Alva Way, Monroeville, PA?

287 Alva Way, Monroeville, PA is assigned to Dr Cleveland Steward Jr Elementary School (elementary), rated C; Gateway Sr High School (high), rated B-; Gateway Middle School (middle), rated C. All sit in Gateway School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 287 Alva Way, Monroeville, PA compare to other homes in Monroeville 15146?

Among the 9,888 homes in Monroeville 15146, it is worth more than 6% of them ($134,254 against a typical $236,095), its price per square foot is higher than 25% of them ($145 against a typical $167), it is bigger than 8% of them (925 ft² against a typical 1,446 ft²), its lot is bigger than 29% of them (0.2 ac against a typical 0.24 ac) and it is newer than 31% of them (1956 against a typical 1960). Measured against all of Allegheny County, it is worth more than 23% 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 287 Alva Way, Monroeville, PA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 287 Alva Way, Monroeville, PA was $542. The county assessed it at $84,300.

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