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$174,146$167 / 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 97How 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 $156,000 on May 24, 2021

521 CALIFORNIA AVE

MONROEVILLE, PA 15146
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,040 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.
0.15 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1959
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
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

$174K
$169K low$180K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$156,000 · May 24, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$637 (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.$99,100 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$20,100
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$79,000
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$99,100
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$99,100

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.
4
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.0.15
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(3)

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 · 2.4 mi
H
Gateway Sr High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.8 mi
M
Gateway Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 3.0 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

521 California 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 82% of homes in Monroeville 15146
  • Smaller than 85% of homes in Allegheny County
  • Has a smaller lot than 92% 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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$100K$542K

This home is worth more than 18% 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$174,146
CheaperTypical $236,004Pricier

Pricier than 18% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$167
CheaperTypical $167Pricier

Pricier than 51% of homes nearby

Living area1,040 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,452 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 17% of homes nearby

Lot size0.15 ac
SmallerTypical 0.24 acBigger

Bigger than 8% of homes nearby

Year built1959
OlderTypical 1960Newer

Newer than 49% of homes nearby

How 521 California Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMonroeville 15146Allegheny County
Estimated valuepricier than$174,14618% of homes34% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$16751% of homes49% of homes
Living areabigger than1,040 ft²17% of homes15% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.15 ac8% of homes43% of homes
Year builtnewer than195949% of homes64% of homes

About 521 California Ave

How much is 521 California Ave, Monroeville, PA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 521 California Ave, Monroeville, PA is $174,146 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $168,631 to $179,661. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 521 California Ave, Monroeville, PA last sell?

521 California Ave, Monroeville, PA last sold on May 24, 2021 for $156,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 521 California Ave, Monroeville, PA?

521 California Ave, Monroeville, PA has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,040 square feet of living space and a 0.15-acre lot.

When was 521 California Ave, Monroeville, PA built?

521 California Ave, Monroeville, PA was built in 1959, making it 67 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 521 California Ave, Monroeville, PA?

521 California Ave, Monroeville, PA is assigned to Dr Cleveland Steward Jr Elementary School (elementary), rated C+; Gateway Sr High School (high), rated A-; 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 521 California Ave, Monroeville, PA compare to other homes in Monroeville 15146?

Among the 9,888 homes in Monroeville 15146, it is worth more than 18% of them ($174,146 against a typical $236,004), its price per square foot is higher than 51% of them ($167 against a typical $167), it is bigger than 17% of them (1,040 ft² against a typical 1,452 ft²), its lot is bigger than 8% of them (0.15 ac against a typical 0.24 ac) and it is newer than 49% of them (1959 against a typical 1960). Measured against all of Allegheny County, it is worth more than 34% 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 521 California Ave, Monroeville, PA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 521 California Ave, Monroeville, PA was $637. The county assessed it at $99,100.

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