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$254,281$118 / 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 $65,000 on Sep 25, 1989

981 LILAC ST

PITTSBURGH, PA 15217
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
2,160 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.
4,080 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1916
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$254K
$227K low$282K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$65,000 · Sep 25, 1989

Tax & Assessment

Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$121,500 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$40,900
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$80,600
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$121,500
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$121,500

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.
78
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
26
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
CountyALLEGHENY
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.09
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Concrete Blocks
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
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.

H
Allderdice High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.7 mi
E
Pittsburgh Greenfield Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 0.8 mi

District: Pittsburgh School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 15217These 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.91
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 100.26

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.92%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.29%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.13%
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.27,935
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.7,557 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$93,717
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$127,446
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

981 Lilac 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 less than 82% of homes in Pittsburgh 15217
  • Costs less per square foot than 98% of homes in Pittsburgh 15217
  • Bigger than 90% of homes in Greenfield
  • Has a smaller lot than 73% of homes in Allegheny County
  • Older than 82% of homes in Allegheny County

What homes are worth in Pittsburgh 15217

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

This home
$154K$1.8M

This home is worth more than 18% of homes in Pittsburgh 15217.

How it measures up in Pittsburgh 15217

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Pittsburgh 15217.

Estimated value$254,281
CheaperTypical $459,584Pricier

Pricier than 18% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$118
CheaperTypical $260Pricier

Pricier than 2% of homes nearby

Living area2,160 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,901 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 60% of homes nearby

Lot size4,080 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.11 acBigger

Bigger than 41% of homes nearby

Year built1916
OlderTypical 1926Newer

Newer than 21% of homes nearby

How 981 Lilac St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeGreenfieldPittsburgh 15217Allegheny County
Estimated valuepricier than$254,28165% of homes18% of homes56% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$11811% of homes2% of homes28% of homes
Living areabigger than2,160 ft²90% of homes60% of homes79% of homes
Lot sizebigger than4,080 ft²71% of homes41% of homes27% of homes
Year builtnewer than191627% of homes21% of homes18% of homes

About 981 Lilac St

How much is 981 Lilac St, Pittsburgh, PA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 981 Lilac St, Pittsburgh, PA is $254,281 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $227,041 to $281,521. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 981 Lilac St, Pittsburgh, PA last sell?

981 Lilac St, Pittsburgh, PA last sold on Sep 25, 1989 for $65,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 981 Lilac St, Pittsburgh, PA?

981 Lilac St, Pittsburgh, PA has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 2,160 square feet of living space and a 0.09-acre lot.

When was 981 Lilac St, Pittsburgh, PA built?

981 Lilac St, Pittsburgh, PA was built in 1916, making it 110 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 981 Lilac St, Pittsburgh, PA?

981 Lilac St, Pittsburgh, PA is assigned to Allderdice High School (high), rated C+; Pittsburgh Greenfield Elementary School (elementary), rated B+. All sit in Pittsburgh School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 981 Lilac St, Pittsburgh, PA compare to other homes in Pittsburgh 15217?

Among the 8,517 homes in Pittsburgh 15217, it is worth more than 18% of them ($254,281 against a typical $459,584), its price per square foot is higher than 2% of them ($118 against a typical $260), it is bigger than 60% of them (2,160 ft² against a typical 1,901 ft²), its lot is bigger than 41% of them (4,080 ft² against a typical 0.11 ac) and it is newer than 21% of them (1916 against a typical 1926). Measured against all of Allegheny County, it is worth more than 56% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

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