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$680,789$320 / 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 $642,900 on Jun 16, 2025

856 ACADEMY PL

PITTSBURGH, PA 15243
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,127 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.
0.32 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1948
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.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$681K
$645K low$716K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$642,900 · Jun 16, 2025

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,955 (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.$304,100 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$64,400
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$239,700
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$226,600
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$322,100

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.38
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
8
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.
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.Colonial
CountyALLEGHENY
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.32
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Masonry/Concrete Masonry Units (Cmus)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Tile
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
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
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
Mt. Lebanon High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.4 mi
E
Jefferson Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.4 mi
M
Jefferson Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.5 mi

District: Mt. Lebanon School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 15243These 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.26
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 100.31

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.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.36%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.3.3%
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.14,057
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.4,667 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$106,655
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$125,955
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.51°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.39 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

856 Academy Pl 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 94% of homes in Allegheny County
  • Costs more per square foot than 97% of homes in Allegheny County
  • Bigger than 78% of homes in Pittsburgh 15243
  • Has a bigger lot than 85% of homes in Pittsburgh 15243
  • Older than 76% of homes in Pittsburgh 15243

What homes are worth in Pittsburgh 15243

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

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$204K$1.3M

This home is worth more than 89% of homes in Pittsburgh 15243.

How it measures up in Pittsburgh 15243

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Pittsburgh 15243.

Estimated value$680,789
CheaperTypical $353,373Pricier

Pricier than 89% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$320
CheaperTypical $234Pricier

Pricier than 92% of homes nearby

Living area2,127 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,584 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 78% of homes nearby

Lot size0.32 ac
SmallerTypical 0.19 acBigger

Bigger than 85% of homes nearby

Year built1948
OlderTypical 1955Newer

Newer than 24% of homes nearby

How 856 Academy Pl ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePittsburgh 15243Allegheny County
Estimated valuepricier than$680,78989% of homes94% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$32092% of homes97% of homes
Living areabigger than2,127 ft²78% of homes78% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.32 ac85% of homes77% of homes
Year builtnewer than194824% of homes44% of homes

About 856 Academy Pl

How much is 856 Academy Pl, Pittsburgh, PA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 856 Academy Pl, Pittsburgh, PA is $680,789 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $645,430 to $716,148. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 856 Academy Pl, Pittsburgh, PA last sell?

856 Academy Pl, Pittsburgh, PA last sold on Jun 16, 2025 for $642,900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 856 Academy Pl, Pittsburgh, PA?

856 Academy Pl, Pittsburgh, PA has 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 2,127 square feet of living space and a 0.32-acre lot.

When was 856 Academy Pl, Pittsburgh, PA built?

856 Academy Pl, Pittsburgh, PA was built in 1948, making it 78 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 856 Academy Pl, Pittsburgh, PA?

856 Academy Pl, Pittsburgh, PA is assigned to Mt. Lebanon High School (high), rated A+; Jefferson Elementary School (elementary), rated A+; Jefferson Middle School (middle), rated A. All sit in Mt. Lebanon School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 856 Academy Pl, Pittsburgh, PA compare to other homes in Pittsburgh 15243?

Among the 4,971 homes in Pittsburgh 15243, it is worth more than 89% of them ($680,789 against a typical $353,373), its price per square foot is higher than 92% of them ($320 against a typical $234), it is bigger than 78% of them (2,127 ft² against a typical 1,584 ft²), its lot is bigger than 85% of them (0.32 ac against a typical 0.19 ac) and it is newer than 24% of them (1948 against a typical 1955). Measured against all of Allegheny County, it is worth more than 94% 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 856 Academy Pl, Pittsburgh, PA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 856 Academy Pl, Pittsburgh, PA was $1,955. The county assessed it at $304,100.

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