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$34,489$43 / 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 81How 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 $23,000 on Aug 5, 1988

538 HOWARD ST

EAST PITTSBURGH, PA 15112
2
Beds
1
Baths
800 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.
1,600 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1907
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
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

$34K
$28K low$41K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$23,000 · Aug 5, 1988

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$114 (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.$17,800 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$1,600
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$16,200
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$17,800
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$17,800

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.35
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.
73
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.
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.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

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

M
Woodland Hills Junior High School
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 1.9 mi
E
Wilkins Elementary SchoolD+
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 2.4 mi
H
Woodland Hills High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.9 mi

District: Woodland Hills School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 15112These 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.170
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.85
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.26

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.85%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.17%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.20%
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.3,510
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.4,200 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$49,899
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$57,233
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.52°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.39 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

538 Howard 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 Allegheny County
  • Costs less per square foot than 94% of homes in Allegheny County
  • Smaller than 97% of homes in Allegheny County
  • Has a smaller lot than 97% of homes in East Pittsburgh 15112
  • Older than 88% of homes in Allegheny County

What homes are worth in East Pittsburgh 15112

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

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$28K$218K

This home is worth more than 6% of homes in East Pittsburgh 15112.

How it measures up in East Pittsburgh 15112

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in East Pittsburgh 15112.

Estimated value$34,489
CheaperTypical $82,764Pricier

Pricier than 6% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$43
CheaperTypical $70Pricier

Pricier than 30% of homes nearby

Living area800 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,318 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 7% of homes nearby

Lot size1,600 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.1 acBigger

Bigger than 3% of homes nearby

Year built1907
OlderTypical 1925Newer

Newer than 21% of homes nearby

How 538 Howard St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeEast Pittsburgh 15112Allegheny County
Estimated valuepricier than$34,4896% of homesalmost no homes
Price per ft²pricier than$4330% of homes6% of homes
Living areabigger than800 ft²7% of homes3% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1,600 ft²3% of homes5% of homes
Year builtnewer than190721% of homes12% of homes

About 538 Howard St

How much is 538 Howard St, East Pittsburgh, PA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 538 Howard St, East Pittsburgh, PA is $34,489 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $27,988 to $40,990. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 538 Howard St, East Pittsburgh, PA last sell?

538 Howard St, East Pittsburgh, PA last sold on Aug 5, 1988 for $23,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 538 Howard St, East Pittsburgh, PA?

538 Howard St, East Pittsburgh, PA has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 800 square feet of living space and a 0.04-acre lot.

When was 538 Howard St, East Pittsburgh, PA built?

538 Howard St, East Pittsburgh, PA was built in 1907, making it 119 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 538 Howard St, East Pittsburgh, PA?

538 Howard St, East Pittsburgh, PA is assigned to Woodland Hills Junior High School (middle); Wilkins Elementary School (elementary), rated D+; Woodland Hills High School (high), rated D-. All sit in Woodland Hills School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 538 Howard St, East Pittsburgh, PA compare to other homes in East Pittsburgh 15112?

Among the 1,170 homes in East Pittsburgh 15112, it is worth more than 6% of them ($34,489 against a typical $82,764), its price per square foot is higher than 30% of them ($43 against a typical $70), it is bigger than 7% of them (800 ft² against a typical 1,318 ft²), its lot is bigger than 3% of them (1,600 ft² against a typical 0.1 ac) and it is newer than 21% of them (1907 against a typical 1925). Measured against all of Allegheny County, it is worth more than almost no 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 538 Howard St, East Pittsburgh, PA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 538 Howard St, East Pittsburgh, PA was $114. The county assessed it at $17,800.

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