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78 RUTH ST

PITTSBURGH, PA 15211
4
Beds
2
Baths
1,548 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.
2,750 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1950
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
8
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$516 (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.$80,300 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$14,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$66,300
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$80,300
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$80,300

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.
76
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.Duplex (2 Units, Any Combination)
CountyALLEGHENY
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.06
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

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

M
Pittsburgh South Hills Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.8 mi
H
Brashear High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.8 mi
E
Pittsburgh Whittier Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.1 mi

District: Pittsburgh School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 15211These 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.147
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.96
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.28

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.88%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.35%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.10%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.10,037
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.6,568 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$77,258
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$96,302
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

78 Ruth 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.

  • Has a smaller lot than 85% of homes in Allegheny County
  • Newer than 88% of homes in Mount Washington

How it measures up in Pittsburgh 15211

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Pittsburgh 15211.

Living area1,548 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,545 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 50% of homes nearby

Lot size2,750 ft²
SmallerTypical 3,006 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 45% of homes nearby

Year built1950
OlderTypical 1920Newer

Newer than 82% of homes nearby

How 78 Ruth St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMount WashingtonPittsburgh 15211Allegheny County
Living areabigger than1,548 ft²49% of homes50% of homes52% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2,750 ft²50% of homes45% of homes15% of homes
Year builtnewer than195088% of homes82% of homes50% of homes

About 78 Ruth St

When did 78 Ruth St, Pittsburgh, PA last sell?

78 Ruth St, Pittsburgh, PA last sold on Jul 17, 1990, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 78 Ruth St, Pittsburgh, PA?

78 Ruth St, Pittsburgh, PA has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,548 square feet of living space and a 0.06-acre lot.

When was 78 Ruth St, Pittsburgh, PA built?

78 Ruth St, Pittsburgh, PA was built in 1950, making it 76 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 78 Ruth St, Pittsburgh, PA?

78 Ruth St, Pittsburgh, PA is assigned to Pittsburgh South Hills Middle School (middle), rated C-; Brashear High School (high), rated D-; Pittsburgh Whittier Elementary School (elementary), rated C. All sit in Pittsburgh School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 78 Ruth St, Pittsburgh, PA compare to other homes in Pittsburgh 15211?

Among the 4,854 homes in Pittsburgh 15211, it is bigger than 50% of them (1,548 ft² against a typical 1,545 ft²), its lot is bigger than 45% of them (2,750 ft² against a typical 3,006 ft²) and it is newer than 82% of them (1950 against a typical 1920). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 78 Ruth St, Pittsburgh, PA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 78 Ruth St, Pittsburgh, PA was $516. The county assessed it at $80,300.

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