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$205,197$97 / 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 77How 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 $144,000 on Aug 20, 2004

721 JAMES ST

PITTSBURGH, PA 15212
3
Beds
1
Baths
2,112 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.
1,061 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1865
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
3
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

$205K
$159K low$251K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$144,000 · Aug 20, 2004

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$652 (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.$101,400 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$33,300
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$68,100
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$101,400
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$119,400

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.41
39
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.
74
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
20
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.7 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.Single Family Residence
CountyALLEGHENY
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.02
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(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.

E
Pittsburgh King Elementary SchoolD+
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 0.2 mi
H
Perry High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.6 mi

District: Pittsburgh 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

721 James 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 68% of homes in Pittsburgh 15212
  • Costs less per square foot than 80% of homes in Allegheny County
  • Bigger than 79% of homes in Pittsburgh 15212
  • Has a smaller lot than 98% of homes in Allegheny County
  • Among the oldest 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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$45K$613K

This home is worth more than 68% 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$205,197
CheaperTypical $158,657Pricier

Pricier than 68% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$97
CheaperTypical $108Pricier

Pricier than 42% of homes nearby

Living area2,112 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,540 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 79% of homes nearby

Lot size1,061 ft²
SmallerTypical 3,267 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 5% of homes nearby

Year built1865
OlderTypical 1911Newer

Older than almost all homes nearby

How 721 James St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeEast AlleghenyPittsburgh 15212Allegheny County
Estimated valuepricier than$205,19743% of homes68% of homes42% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$9726% of homes42% of homes20% of homes
Living areabigger than2,112 ft²65% of homes79% of homes78% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1,061 ft²17% of homes5% of homes2% of homes
Year builtnewer than1865almost no homesalmost no homesalmost no homes

About 721 James St

How much is 721 James St, Pittsburgh, PA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 721 James St, Pittsburgh, PA is $205,197 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $159,008 to $251,386. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 721 James St, Pittsburgh, PA last sell?

721 James St, Pittsburgh, PA last sold on Aug 20, 2004 for $144,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 721 James St, Pittsburgh, PA?

721 James St, Pittsburgh, PA has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 2,112 square feet of living space and a 0.02-acre lot.

When was 721 James St, Pittsburgh, PA built?

721 James St, Pittsburgh, PA was built in 1865, making it 161 years old. The building has 3 stories.

What schools serve 721 James St, Pittsburgh, PA?

721 James St, Pittsburgh, PA is assigned to Pittsburgh King Elementary School (elementary), rated D+; Perry High School (high), rated D. All sit in Pittsburgh School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 721 James St, Pittsburgh, PA compare to other homes in Pittsburgh 15212?

Among the 10,421 homes in Pittsburgh 15212, it is worth more than 68% of them ($205,197 against a typical $158,657), its price per square foot is higher than 42% of them ($97 against a typical $108), it is bigger than 79% of them (2,112 ft² against a typical 1,540 ft²), its lot is bigger than 5% of them (1,061 ft² against a typical 3,267 ft²) and it is newer than almost none of them (1865 against a typical 1911). Measured against all of Allegheny County, it is worth more than 42% 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 721 James St, Pittsburgh, PA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 721 James St, Pittsburgh, PA was $652. The county assessed it at $101,400.

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