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$59,118$61 / 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 88How 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 $55,000 on Jun 19, 2024

290 BASCOM AVE

PITTSBURGH, PA 15214
2
Beds
1
Baths
972 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.
3,764 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1920
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
4
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$59K
$52K low$66K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$55,000 · Jun 19, 2024

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$174 (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.$27,000 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$27,000
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$45,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$45,000

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.
5
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.Cape Cod
CountyALLEGHENY
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.09
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
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached
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.

M
North Hills Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 2.0 mi
H
North Hills High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.2 mi
E
Highcliff Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 2.5 mi

District: North Hills 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

290 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 96% of homes in Pittsburgh 15214
  • Costs less per square foot than 90% of homes in Allegheny County
  • Smaller than 90% of homes in Allegheny County
  • Has a smaller lot than 76% of homes in Allegheny County
  • Older than 77% of homes in Allegheny County

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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$47K$365K

This home is worth more than 4% 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$59,118
CheaperTypical $173,122Pricier

Pricier than 4% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$61
CheaperTypical $116Pricier

Pricier than 13% of homes nearby

Living area972 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,424 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 11% of homes nearby

Lot size3,764 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.12 acBigger

Bigger than 32% of homes nearby

Year built1920
OlderTypical 1930Newer

Newer than 40% of homes nearby

How 290 Bascom Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePittsburgh 15214Allegheny County
Estimated valuepricier than$59,1184% of homes6% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$6113% of homes10% of homes
Living areabigger than972 ft²11% of homes10% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,764 ft²32% of homes24% of homes
Year builtnewer than192040% of homes23% of homes

About 290 Bascom Ave

How much is 290 Bascom Ave, Pittsburgh, PA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 290 Bascom Ave, Pittsburgh, PA is $59,118 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $52,048 to $66,188. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 290 Bascom Ave, Pittsburgh, PA last sell?

290 Bascom Ave, Pittsburgh, PA last sold on Jun 19, 2024 for $55,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 290 Bascom Ave, Pittsburgh, PA?

290 Bascom Ave, Pittsburgh, PA has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 972 square feet of living space and a 0.09-acre lot.

When was 290 Bascom Ave, Pittsburgh, PA built?

290 Bascom Ave, Pittsburgh, PA was built in 1920, making it 106 years old. It is a cape cod home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 290 Bascom Ave, Pittsburgh, PA?

290 Bascom Ave, Pittsburgh, PA is assigned to North Hills Middle School (middle), rated B; North Hills High School (high), rated B+; Highcliff Elementary School (elementary), rated A+. All sit in North Hills School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 290 Bascom Ave, Pittsburgh, PA compare to other homes in Pittsburgh 15214?

Among the 5,289 homes in Pittsburgh 15214, it is worth more than 4% of them ($59,118 against a typical $173,122), its price per square foot is higher than 13% of them ($61 against a typical $116), it is bigger than 11% of them (972 ft² against a typical 1,424 ft²), its lot is bigger than 32% of them (3,764 ft² against a typical 0.12 ac) and it is newer than 40% of them (1920 against a typical 1930). Measured against all of Allegheny County, it is worth more than 6% 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 290 Bascom Ave, Pittsburgh, PA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 290 Bascom Ave, Pittsburgh, PA was $174. The county assessed it at $27,000.

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