Duplex (2 Units, Any Combination)Residential
Last sold for $7,515 on Mar 20, 2018
844 CALIFORNIA AVE
ALLEGHENY, PA 15212
4
Beds
2
Baths
2,496 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.
1,764 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1900
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
3
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.$7,515 · Mar 20, 2018
Tax & Assessment
Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$327 (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.$50,800 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$20,300
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$30,500
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$50,800
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$50,800
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.39
11
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
5
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.
31
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.6%
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.0.04
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(3)
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.
EH
Pittsburgh Manchester Elementary SchoolD-
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 0.5 mi
Perry High SchoolF
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.0 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
844 California 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 90% of homes in Pittsburgh 15212
- Has a smaller lot than 94% of homes in Allegheny County
- Older than 90% of homes in Allegheny County
How it measures up in Pittsburgh 15212
The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Pittsburgh 15212.
Living area2,496 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,544 ft²Bigger
Bigger than 90% of homes nearby
Lot size1,764 ft²
SmallerTypical 3,267 ft²Bigger
Bigger than 19% of homes nearby
Year built1900
OlderTypical 1911Newer
Newer than 36% of homes nearby
| Measure | This home | California-Kirkbride | Pittsburgh 15212 | Allegheny County |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Living areabigger than | 2,496 ft² | 84% of homes | 90% of homes | 87% of homes |
| Lot sizebigger than | 1,764 ft² | 46% of homes | 19% of homes | 6% of homes |
| Year builtnewer than | 1900 | 78% of homes | 36% of homes | 10% of homes |
About 844 California Ave
When did 844 California Ave, Allegheny, PA last sell?
844 California Ave, Allegheny, PA last sold on Mar 20, 2018 for $7,515, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.
How big is 844 California Ave, Allegheny, PA?
844 California Ave, Allegheny, PA has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2,496 square feet of living space and a 0.04-acre lot.
When was 844 California Ave, Allegheny, PA built?
844 California Ave, Allegheny, PA was built in 1900, making it 126 years old. The building has 3 stories.
What schools serve 844 California Ave, Allegheny, PA?
844 California Ave, Allegheny, PA is assigned to Pittsburgh Manchester Elementary School (elementary), rated D-; Perry High School (high), rated F. All sit in Pittsburgh School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.
How does 844 California Ave, Allegheny, PA compare to other homes in Pittsburgh 15212?
Among the 10,420 homes in Pittsburgh 15212, it is bigger than 90% of them (2,496 ft² against a typical 1,544 ft²), its lot is bigger than 19% of them (1,764 ft² against a typical 3,267 ft²) and it is newer than 36% of them (1900 against a typical 1911). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.
What are the property taxes on 844 California Ave, Allegheny, PA?
The 2026 property tax bill for 844 California Ave, Allegheny, PA was $327. The county assessed it at $50,800.
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- 924 California Ave$94K3 bd · 1 ba · 1,050 ft² · Sold $1K · Jun 2001
- 856 California Ave4 bd · 2 ba · 2,316 ft² · Sold Apr 1983
- 842 California Ave4 bd · 2 ba · 2,064 ft² · Sold Apr 1983
- 824 California Ave$170K3 bd · 1 ba · 2,840 ft² · Sold $9K · Jul 1977
- 852 California Ave$149K2 bd · 1 ba · 1,615 ft² · Sold $9K · Jul 1977
- 918 California Ave6 bd · 2 ba · 2,664 ft² · Sold Jan 1900
Closest homes
- 842 California Ave18 ft · 4 bd · 2 ba · 2,064 ft² · Sold Apr 1983
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- 841 Kirkbride St119 ft · 9 bd · 3 ba · 3,360 ft² · Sold $7.7M · Aug 2019
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- 855 Kirkbride St$111K144 ft · 3 bd · 1 ba · 1,592 ft² · Sold $2K · Nov 1975
- 1810 A St$126K156 ft · 2 bd · 1 ba · 840 ft² · Sold $7.7M · Aug 2019
- 1812 A St$105K164 ft · 2 bd · 1 ba · 840 ft² · Sold $4.6M · Dec 2021
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