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$102,521$89 / 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 87How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $45,750 on Jan 5, 2024

438 NORTH AVE

PITTSBURGH, PA 15209
2
Beds
1
Baths
1,152 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.
1,561 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1897
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
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

$103K
$89K low$116K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$45,750 · Jan 5, 2024

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$96 (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.$15,000 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$5,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$10,000
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$15,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$15,000

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.55
100
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.
75
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
20
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.197 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%
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.1 percent flood zone

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Townhouse
CountyALLEGHENY
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.04
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
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
Marzolf Primary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades KG–3 · 2.1 mi
H
Shaler Area High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.3 mi
M
Shaler Area Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 3.1 mi

District: Shaler Area School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 15209These 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.79
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 100.27

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.91%
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.7.8%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.11,772
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,574 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$76,534
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$89,721
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

438 North 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 89% of homes in Pittsburgh 15209
  • Costs less per square foot than 85% of homes in Pittsburgh 15209
  • Smaller than 77% of homes in Allegheny County
  • Has a smaller lot than 95% of homes in Pittsburgh 15209
  • Older than 97% of homes in Allegheny County

What homes are worth in Pittsburgh 15209

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

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$70K$508K

This home is worth more than 11% of homes in Pittsburgh 15209.

How it measures up in Pittsburgh 15209

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Pittsburgh 15209.

Estimated value$102,521
CheaperTypical $234,894Pricier

Pricier than 11% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$89
CheaperTypical $170Pricier

Pricier than 15% of homes nearby

Living area1,152 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,420 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 26% of homes nearby

Lot size1,561 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.21 acBigger

Bigger than 5% of homes nearby

Year built1897
OlderTypical 1950Newer

Newer than 7% of homes nearby

How 438 North Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePittsburgh 15209Allegheny County
Estimated valuepricier than$102,52111% of homes15% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$8915% of homes18% of homes
Living areabigger than1,152 ft²26% of homes23% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1,561 ft²5% of homes5% of homes
Year builtnewer than18977% of homes3% of homes

About 438 North Ave

How much is 438 North Ave, Pittsburgh, PA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 438 North Ave, Pittsburgh, PA is $102,521 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $88,762 to $116,280. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 438 North Ave, Pittsburgh, PA last sell?

438 North Ave, Pittsburgh, PA last sold on Jan 5, 2024 for $45,750, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 438 North Ave, Pittsburgh, PA?

438 North Ave, Pittsburgh, PA has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,152 square feet of living space and a 0.04-acre lot.

When was 438 North Ave, Pittsburgh, PA built?

438 North Ave, Pittsburgh, PA was built in 1897, making it 129 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 438 North Ave, Pittsburgh, PA?

438 North Ave, Pittsburgh, PA is assigned to Marzolf Primary School (elementary), rated A+; Shaler Area High School (high), rated B+; Shaler Area Middle School (middle), rated C+. All sit in Shaler Area School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 438 North Ave, Pittsburgh, PA compare to other homes in Pittsburgh 15209?

Among the 5,087 homes in Pittsburgh 15209, it is worth more than 11% of them ($102,521 against a typical $234,894), its price per square foot is higher than 15% of them ($89 against a typical $170), it is bigger than 26% of them (1,152 ft² against a typical 1,420 ft²), its lot is bigger than 5% of them (1,561 ft² against a typical 0.21 ac) and it is newer than 7% of them (1897 against a typical 1950). Measured against all of Allegheny County, it is worth more than 15% 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 438 North Ave, Pittsburgh, PA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 438 North Ave, Pittsburgh, PA was $96. The county assessed it at $15,000.

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