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$32,037$24 / 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 57How 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

5 BALFOUR ST

PITTSBURGH, PA 15220
2
Beds
1
Baths
1,358 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.
0.22 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1890
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
3
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$32K
$18K low$46K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$300 (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.$46,700 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$14,400
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$32,300
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$46,700
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$46,700

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.
7
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
CountyALLEGHENY
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.22
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

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Pittsburgh Langley Elementary SchoolD
Elementary · Grades KG–8 · 1.4 mi
H
Brashear High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.9 mi

District: Pittsburgh School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 15220These 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.92
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.92
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.31

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.32%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.9.0%
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.17,952
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,514 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$75,790
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$91,828
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

5 Balfour 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.

  • Among the least valuable homes in Pittsburgh 15220
  • Among the lowest price per square foot in Allegheny County
  • Has a bigger lot than 93% of homes in Elliott
  • Older than 97% of homes in Pittsburgh 15220

What homes are worth in Pittsburgh 15220

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

This home
$38K$517K

This home is worth less than almost all homes in Pittsburgh 15220.

How it measures up in Pittsburgh 15220

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Pittsburgh 15220.

Estimated value$32,037
CheaperTypical $254,890Pricier

Cheaper than almost all homes nearby

Price per ft²$24
CheaperTypical $183Pricier

Pricier than 2% of homes nearby

Living area1,358 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,408 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 47% of homes nearby

Lot size0.22 ac
SmallerTypical 0.17 acBigger

Bigger than 71% of homes nearby

Year built1890
OlderTypical 1955Newer

Newer than 3% of homes nearby

How 5 Balfour St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeElliottPittsburgh 15220Allegheny County
Estimated valuepricier than$32,0375% of homesalmost no homes2% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$245% of homes2% of homesalmost no homes
Living areabigger than1,358 ft²40% of homes47% of homes40% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.22 ac93% of homes71% of homes61% of homes
Year builtnewer than189010% of homes3% of homes3% of homes

About 5 Balfour St

How much is 5 Balfour St, Pittsburgh, PA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5 Balfour St, Pittsburgh, PA is $32,037 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $18,150 to $45,924. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5 Balfour St, Pittsburgh, PA last sell?

5 Balfour St, Pittsburgh, PA last sold on Apr 5, 1956, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5 Balfour St, Pittsburgh, PA?

5 Balfour St, Pittsburgh, PA has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,358 square feet of living space and a 0.22-acre lot.

When was 5 Balfour St, Pittsburgh, PA built?

5 Balfour St, Pittsburgh, PA was built in 1890, making it 136 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 5 Balfour St, Pittsburgh, PA?

5 Balfour St, Pittsburgh, PA is assigned to Pittsburgh Langley Elementary School (elementary), 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 5 Balfour St, Pittsburgh, PA compare to other homes in Pittsburgh 15220?

Among the 6,197 homes in Pittsburgh 15220, it is worth more than almost none of them ($32,037 against a typical $254,890), its price per square foot is higher than 2% of them ($24 against a typical $183), it is bigger than 47% of them (1,358 ft² against a typical 1,408 ft²), its lot is bigger than 71% of them (0.22 ac against a typical 0.17 ac) and it is newer than 3% of them (1890 against a typical 1955). Measured against all of Allegheny County, it is worth more than 2% 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 5 Balfour St, Pittsburgh, PA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 5 Balfour St, Pittsburgh, PA was $300. The county assessed it at $46,700.

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