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Quadplex (4 Units, Any Combination)Residential
Last sold for $620,400 on Sep 29, 2020

5621 FORBES AVE

PITTSBURGH, PA 15217
4
Beds
4
Baths
2,470 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.
0.1 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1927
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
10
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.$620,400 · Sep 29, 2020

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,744 (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.$271,200 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$95,400
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$175,800
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$271,200
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$271,200

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.49
64
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.
79
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.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.31 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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.Quadplex (4 Units, Any Combination)
CountyALLEGHENY
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.10
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

Transaction History(1)

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 SchoolA
Elementary · Grades KG–8 · 0.7 mi
H
Allderdice High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.7 mi

District: Pittsburgh School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 15217These 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.91
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.93
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.92%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.29%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.13%
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.27,935
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.7,557 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$93,717
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$127,446
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

5621 Forbes 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.

  • Bigger than 86% of homes in Allegheny County
  • Has a smaller lot than 71% of homes in Allegheny County
  • Older than 72% of homes in Allegheny County

How it measures up in Pittsburgh 15217

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Pittsburgh 15217.

Living area2,470 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,908 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 69% of homes nearby

Lot size0.1 ac
SmallerTypical 0.11 acBigger

Bigger than 50% of homes nearby

Year built1927
OlderTypical 1926Newer

Newer than 53% of homes nearby

How 5621 Forbes Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSquirrel Hill NorthPittsburgh 15217Allegheny County
Living areabigger than2,470 ft²48% of homes69% of homes86% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.1 ac32% of homes50% of homes29% of homes
Year builtnewer than192759% of homes53% of homes28% of homes

About 5621 Forbes Ave

When did 5621 Forbes Ave, Pittsburgh, PA last sell?

5621 Forbes Ave, Pittsburgh, PA last sold on Sep 29, 2020 for $620,400, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5621 Forbes Ave, Pittsburgh, PA?

5621 Forbes Ave, Pittsburgh, PA has 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 2,470 square feet of living space and a 0.10-acre lot.

When was 5621 Forbes Ave, Pittsburgh, PA built?

5621 Forbes Ave, Pittsburgh, PA was built in 1927, making it 99 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 5621 Forbes Ave, Pittsburgh, PA?

5621 Forbes Ave, Pittsburgh, PA is assigned to Pittsburgh Colfax Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Allderdice High School (high), rated C+. All sit in Pittsburgh School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5621 Forbes Ave, Pittsburgh, PA compare to other homes in Pittsburgh 15217?

Among the 8,517 homes in Pittsburgh 15217, it is bigger than 69% of them (2,470 ft² against a typical 1,908 ft²), its lot is bigger than 50% of them (0.1 ac against a typical 0.11 ac) and it is newer than 53% of them (1927 against a typical 1926). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 5621 Forbes Ave, Pittsburgh, PA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 5621 Forbes Ave, Pittsburgh, PA was $1,744. The county assessed it at $271,200.

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