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$533,288$347 / 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 96How 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
Last sold for $505,000 on Nov 3, 2023

5521 HOWE ST

PITTSBURGH, PA 15232
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,536 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.
3,439 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.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$533K
$510K low$557K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$505,000 · Nov 3, 2023

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,415 (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.$220,000 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$130,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$90,000
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$220,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$220,000

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.0.08
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
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(4)

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
Pittsburgh Colfax Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades KG–8 · 1.5 mi
H
Allderdice High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.6 mi

District: Pittsburgh School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 15232These 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.139
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 100.23

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.37%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.17%
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.11,743
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.14,157 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$72,198
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$102,373
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.51°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

5521 Howe 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.

  • Worth more than 89% of homes in Allegheny County
  • Costs more per square foot than 98% of homes in Allegheny County
  • Smaller than 66% of homes in Pittsburgh 15232
  • Has a smaller lot than 79% of homes in Allegheny County
  • Older than 90% of homes in Allegheny County

What homes are worth in Pittsburgh 15232

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

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$192K$3M

This home is worth more than 50% of homes in Pittsburgh 15232.

How it measures up in Pittsburgh 15232

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Pittsburgh 15232.

Estimated value$533,288
CheaperTypical $533,997Pricier

Pricier than 50% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$347
CheaperTypical $310Pricier

Pricier than 67% of homes nearby

Living area1,536 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,016 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 34% of homes nearby

Lot size3,439 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.11 acBigger

Bigger than 36% of homes nearby

Year built1900
OlderTypical 1916Newer

Newer than 35% of homes nearby

How 5521 Howe St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeShadysidePittsburgh 15232Allegheny County
Estimated valuepricier than$533,28852% of homes50% of homes89% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$34767% of homes67% of homes98% of homes
Living areabigger than1,536 ft²40% of homes34% of homes52% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,439 ft²37% of homes36% of homes21% of homes
Year builtnewer than190034% of homes35% of homes10% of homes

About 5521 Howe St

How much is 5521 Howe St, Pittsburgh, PA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5521 Howe St, Pittsburgh, PA is $533,288 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $509,909 to $556,667. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5521 Howe St, Pittsburgh, PA last sell?

5521 Howe St, Pittsburgh, PA last sold on Nov 3, 2023 for $505,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 5521 Howe St, Pittsburgh, PA?

5521 Howe St, Pittsburgh, PA has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,536 square feet of living space and a 0.08-acre lot.

When was 5521 Howe St, Pittsburgh, PA built?

5521 Howe St, Pittsburgh, PA was built in 1900, making it 126 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 5521 Howe St, Pittsburgh, PA?

5521 Howe St, Pittsburgh, PA is assigned to Pittsburgh Colfax Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; Allderdice High School (high), rated B. All sit in Pittsburgh School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5521 Howe St, Pittsburgh, PA compare to other homes in Pittsburgh 15232?

Among the 2,796 homes in Pittsburgh 15232, it is worth more than 50% of them ($533,288 against a typical $533,997), its price per square foot is higher than 67% of them ($347 against a typical $310), it is bigger than 34% of them (1,536 ft² against a typical 2,016 ft²), its lot is bigger than 36% of them (3,439 ft² against a typical 0.11 ac) and it is newer than 35% of them (1900 against a typical 1916). Measured against all of Allegheny County, it is worth more than 89% 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 5521 Howe St, Pittsburgh, PA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 5521 Howe St, Pittsburgh, PA was $1,415. The county assessed it at $220,000.

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