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Duplex (2 Units, Any Combination)Residential
Last sold for $27,500 on Dec 5, 1994

5242 HOLMES ST

PITTSBURGH, PA 15201
4
Beds
2
Baths
2,805 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.
2,173 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1900
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
8
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$27,500 · Dec 5, 1994

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$511 (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.$79,500 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$25,100
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$54,400
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$79,500
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$79,500

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.34
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
1
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.
77
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.
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.Duplex (2 Units, Any Combination)
CountyALLEGHENY
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.05
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, Detached
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 Sunnyside Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 0.9 mi
H
Pittsburgh MillionesD+
High · Grades 6–12 · 2.1 mi

District: Pittsburgh School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 15201These 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.141
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 100.30

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.88%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.34%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.12%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.13,146
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.4,731 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$81,321
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$102,226
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

5242 Holmes 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.

  • Bigger than 97% of homes in Upper Lawrenceville
  • Has a smaller lot than 92% of homes in Allegheny County
  • Older than 90% of homes in Allegheny County

How it measures up in Pittsburgh 15201

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Pittsburgh 15201.

Living area2,805 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,404 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 96% of homes nearby

Lot size2,173 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,091 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 52% of homes nearby

Year built1900
OlderTypical 1910Newer

Newer than 48% of homes nearby

How 5242 Holmes St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeUpper LawrencevillePittsburgh 15201Allegheny County
Living areabigger than2,805 ft²97% of homes96% of homes92% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2,173 ft²82% of homes52% of homes8% of homes
Year builtnewer than190071% of homes48% of homes10% of homes

About 5242 Holmes St

When did 5242 Holmes St, Pittsburgh, PA last sell?

5242 Holmes St, Pittsburgh, PA last sold on Dec 5, 1994 for $27,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5242 Holmes St, Pittsburgh, PA?

5242 Holmes St, Pittsburgh, PA has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2,805 square feet of living space and a 0.05-acre lot.

When was 5242 Holmes St, Pittsburgh, PA built?

5242 Holmes St, Pittsburgh, PA was built in 1900, making it 126 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 5242 Holmes St, Pittsburgh, PA?

5242 Holmes St, Pittsburgh, PA is assigned to Pittsburgh Sunnyside Elementary School (elementary), rated C; Pittsburgh Milliones (high), rated D+. All sit in Pittsburgh School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5242 Holmes St, Pittsburgh, PA compare to other homes in Pittsburgh 15201?

Among the 5,845 homes in Pittsburgh 15201, it is bigger than 96% of them (2,805 ft² against a typical 1,404 ft²), its lot is bigger than 52% of them (2,173 ft² against a typical 2,091 ft²) and it is newer than 48% of them (1900 against a typical 1910). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 5242 Holmes St, Pittsburgh, PA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 5242 Holmes St, Pittsburgh, PA was $511. The county assessed it at $79,500.

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