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$629,250$310 / 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 95How 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 $565,000 on Mar 8, 2024

5856 DOUGLAS ST

PITTSBURGH, PA 15217
5
Beds
3.5
Baths
2,030 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.
0.11 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1915
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
9
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$629K
$596K low$662K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$565,000 · Mar 8, 2024

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,799 (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.$279,800 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$59,600
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$220,200
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$185,100
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$297,800

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.36
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.
78
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
CountyALLEGHENY
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.11
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Masonry/Concrete Masonry Units (Cmus)
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(2)

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.

H
Allderdice High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.2 mi
E
Pittsburgh Colfax Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades KG–8 · 0.3 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

5856 Douglas 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 92% of homes in Allegheny County
  • Costs more per square foot than 97% of homes in Allegheny County
  • Bigger than 75% of homes in Allegheny County
  • Has a smaller lot than 68% of homes in Allegheny County
  • Older than 86% of homes in Squirrel Hill South

What homes are worth in Pittsburgh 15217

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

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$160K$1.9M

This home is worth more than 65% of homes in Pittsburgh 15217.

How it measures up in Pittsburgh 15217

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

Estimated value$629,250
CheaperTypical $457,448Pricier

Pricier than 65% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$310
CheaperTypical $260Pricier

Pricier than 70% of homes nearby

Living area2,030 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,914 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 55% of homes nearby

Lot size0.11 ac
SmallerTypical 0.11 acBigger

Bigger than 54% of homes nearby

Year built1915
OlderTypical 1926Newer

Newer than 20% of homes nearby

How 5856 Douglas St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSquirrel Hill SouthPittsburgh 15217Allegheny County
Estimated valuepricier than$629,25068% of homes65% of homes92% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$31073% of homes70% of homes97% of homes
Living areabigger than2,030 ft²54% of homes55% of homes75% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.11 ac50% of homes54% of homes32% of homes
Year builtnewer than191514% of homes20% of homes17% of homes

About 5856 Douglas St

How much is 5856 Douglas St, Pittsburgh, PA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5856 Douglas St, Pittsburgh, PA is $629,250 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $596,282 to $662,218. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5856 Douglas St, Pittsburgh, PA last sell?

5856 Douglas St, Pittsburgh, PA last sold on Mar 8, 2024 for $565,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5856 Douglas St, Pittsburgh, PA?

5856 Douglas St, Pittsburgh, PA has 5 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, 2,030 square feet of living space and a 0.11-acre lot.

When was 5856 Douglas St, Pittsburgh, PA built?

5856 Douglas St, Pittsburgh, PA was built in 1915, making it 111 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 5856 Douglas St, Pittsburgh, PA?

5856 Douglas St, Pittsburgh, PA is assigned to Allderdice High School (high), rated B; Pittsburgh Colfax Elementary School (elementary), rated B+. All sit in Pittsburgh School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5856 Douglas St, Pittsburgh, PA compare to other homes in Pittsburgh 15217?

Among the 8,519 homes in Pittsburgh 15217, it is worth more than 65% of them ($629,250 against a typical $457,448), its price per square foot is higher than 70% of them ($310 against a typical $260), it is bigger than 55% of them (2,030 ft² against a typical 1,914 ft²), its lot is bigger than 54% of them (0.11 ac against a typical 0.11 ac) and it is newer than 20% of them (1915 against a typical 1926). Measured against all of Allegheny County, it is worth more than 92% 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 5856 Douglas St, Pittsburgh, PA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 5856 Douglas St, Pittsburgh, PA was $1,799. The county assessed it at $279,800.

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