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$120,017$186 / 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 89How 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 $39,500 on Jun 12, 2013

72 TRANSVAAL AVE

PITTSBURGH, PA 15212
2
Beds
1
Baths
646 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.
0.3 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1910
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
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

$120K
$107K low$133K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$39,500 · Jun 12, 2013

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$382 (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.$59,400 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$40,700
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$18,700
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$59,400
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$77,400

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.37
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
6
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.
73
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
31
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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Cape Cod
CountyALLEGHENY
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.30
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
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(5)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Foreclosure Filings(3)

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

M
North Hills Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 2.2 mi
H
North Hills High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.4 mi
E
Highcliff Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 2.5 mi

District: North Hills School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 15212These 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.151
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.94
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.85%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.23%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.16%
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.26,764
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.4,111 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$65,128
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$87,856
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

72 Transvaal 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.

  • Worth less than 80% of homes in Allegheny County
  • Costs more per square foot than 85% of homes in Pittsburgh 15212
  • Among the smallest homes in Pittsburgh 15212
  • Has a bigger lot than 95% of homes in Pittsburgh 15212
  • Older than 85% of homes in Allegheny County

What homes are worth in Pittsburgh 15212

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

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$41K$642K

This home is worth more than 33% of homes in Pittsburgh 15212.

How it measures up in Pittsburgh 15212

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Pittsburgh 15212.

Estimated value$120,017
CheaperTypical $154,695Pricier

Pricier than 33% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$186
CheaperTypical $106Pricier

Pricier than 85% of homes nearby

Living area646 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,546 ft²Bigger

Smaller than almost all homes nearby

Lot size0.3 ac
SmallerTypical 3,311 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 95% of homes nearby

Year built1910
OlderTypical 1911Newer

Newer than 50% of homes nearby

How 72 Transvaal Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePittsburgh 15212Allegheny County
Estimated valuepricier than$120,01733% of homes20% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$18685% of homes59% of homes
Living areabigger than646 ft²almost no homesalmost no homes
Lot sizebigger than0.3 ac95% of homes74% of homes
Year builtnewer than191050% of homes15% of homes

About 72 Transvaal Ave

How much is 72 Transvaal Ave, Pittsburgh, PA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 72 Transvaal Ave, Pittsburgh, PA is $120,017 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $107,297 to $132,737. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 72 Transvaal Ave, Pittsburgh, PA last sell?

72 Transvaal Ave, Pittsburgh, PA last sold on Jun 12, 2013 for $39,500, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 5 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 72 Transvaal Ave, Pittsburgh, PA?

72 Transvaal Ave, Pittsburgh, PA has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 646 square feet of living space and a 0.30-acre lot.

When was 72 Transvaal Ave, Pittsburgh, PA built?

72 Transvaal Ave, Pittsburgh, PA was built in 1910, making it 116 years old. It is a cape cod home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 72 Transvaal Ave, Pittsburgh, PA?

72 Transvaal Ave, Pittsburgh, PA is assigned to North Hills Middle School (middle), rated A-; North Hills High School (high), rated B+; Highcliff Elementary School (elementary), rated A-. All sit in North Hills School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 72 Transvaal Ave, Pittsburgh, PA compare to other homes in Pittsburgh 15212?

Among the 10,420 homes in Pittsburgh 15212, it is worth more than 33% of them ($120,017 against a typical $154,695), its price per square foot is higher than 85% of them ($186 against a typical $106), it is bigger than almost none of them (646 ft² against a typical 1,546 ft²), its lot is bigger than 95% of them (0.3 ac against a typical 3,311 ft²) and it is newer than 50% of them (1910 against a typical 1911). Measured against all of Allegheny County, it is worth more than 20% 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 72 Transvaal Ave, Pittsburgh, PA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 72 Transvaal Ave, Pittsburgh, PA was $382. The county assessed it at $59,400.

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