$420,000
SOLD AUG 1, 2025

131 Monitor Ave Pittsburgh, PA 15202

4 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,270 Sq Ft
2,614 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$185 Per Sq Ft

1% Below List Price

43 Days on Market

Highlights

  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Cooling System Mounted To A Wall/Window
  • Kitchen Island
  • Avonworth Elementary School Rated A-
  • Laundry Room
  • Ceramic Tile Flooring

About This Home

As of August 2025

Welcome to 131 Monitor Ave! This beautifully updated Ben Avon home blends modern comfort with classic appeal. Move-in ready and thoughtfully upgraded throughout, it offers a warm, inviting space perfect for both everyday living and entertaining. Step inside to a bright, open layout featuring a stunning kitchen with a large island, quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, and a convenient half bath—all designed with style and functionality in mind. Upstairs, retreat to the spacious primary suite with a luxurious en-suite bath and walk-in closet. You’ll also find 3 spacious additional bedrooms, a full bathroom, and the added bonus of a second-floor laundry room. Outside, enjoy summer evenings on the deck overlooking a flat, usable backyard—perfect for play, relaxing, or hosting get-togethers. Located just minutes from downtown Pittsburgh shopping and dining, this home is the total package. Don’t miss your opportunity to make it yours!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Vincent Dorazio

NEXTHOME PPM REALTY License #RS364783 Listed on: 06/19/2025

NEXTHOME PPM REALTY

Last Buyer's Agent

Aaron Garland

COMPASS PENNSYLVANIA, LLC License #RS300985

COMPASS PENNSYLVANIA, LLC

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,034

Year Built

  • Built in 1910

Lot Details

  • 2,614 Sq Ft Lot

Home Design

  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 2,270 Sq Ft Home
  • 3-Story Property
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Decorative Fireplace
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Laundry Room

Kitchen

  • Stove
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Laminate
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms

Parking

  • 2 Parking Spaces
  • On-Street Parking

Utilities

  • Cooling System Mounted To A Wall/Window
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Gas

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,034

Year Built

Built in 1910

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Municipality: Ben Avon
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.06
  • Lot Size: 81x31+/-
  • Directions: 65 to Laurel Ave, R on to Brighton Rd., R on to Monitor Ave
  • Architectural Style: Three Story
  • Unit Levels: Three Or More
  • Building Stories: 3
  • Year Built: 1910
  • Property Sub Type Additional: Single Family Residence
  • Special Features: None
  • Stories: 3

Interior Features

  • Basement: Full
  • Appliances: Some Gas Appliances, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Fireplace Features: Decorative
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Laminate, Carpet
  • Interior Amenities: Kitchen Island

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Construction Type: Frame
  • Property Condition: Resale

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: On Street
  • Total Parking Spaces: 2.0

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Air, Electric, Wall/Window Unit(s)
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating: Forced Air, Gas
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Schools

  • Junior High Dist: Avonworth

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 5034.0

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 19, 2025
Closed on
Aug 6, 2025
Sold by
Breslin Lauren and Clarke Cody
Bought by
Schmidt Matthew and Zelenak Lorien
Seller's Agent
Vincent Dorazio
NEXTHOME PPM REALTY
Buyer's Agent
Aaron Garland
COMPASS PENNSYLVANIA, LLC
List Price
$425,000
Sold Price
$420,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$5,000
-1.18%
Views
42

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-12.28%
Original Mortgage
$399,000
Outstanding Balance
$399,000
Interest Rate
6.77%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$16,622

Purchase Details

Listed on
Dec 20, 2022
Closed on
Jan 23, 2023
Sold by
Burgos Ariel Est and Chan Tina M
Bought by
Breslin Lauren and Clarke Cody
Seller's Agent
Melissa Kennedy
BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY THE PREFERRED REALTY
Buyer's Agent
Vincent Dorazio
NEXTHOME PPM REALTY
List Price
$175,000
Sold Price
$170,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$5,000
-2.86%
Views
116

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
43.18%
Original Mortgage
$161,500
Interest Rate
6.33%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Dec 20, 2022
Closed on
Jan 17, 2023
Sold by
Burgos Ariel
Bought by
Clarke Cody
Seller's Agent
Melissa Kennedy
BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY THE PREFERRED REALTY
Buyer's Agent
Vincent Dorazio
NEXTHOME PPM REALTY
List Price
$175,000
Sold Price
$170,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$5,000
-2.86%
Views
116

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$161,500
Interest Rate
6.33%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 24, 2002
Sold by
Burgos Jose and Burgos Maria E
Bought by
Burgos Rafael A
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $420,000 --
Deed $170,000 --
Deed $170,000 --
Deed $170,000 --
Deed $170,000 --
Interfamily Deed Transfer $62,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $399,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $161,500 New Conventional
Previous Owner $50,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $6,700 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/01/2025 08/01/25 Sold $420,000 -1.2% $185 / Sq Ft
06/19/2025 06/19/25 For Sale $425,000 +150.0% $187 / Sq Ft
01/23/2023 01/23/23 Sold $170,000 -2.9% $75 / Sq Ft
01/09/2023 01/09/23 Pending -- -- --
12/20/2022 12/20/22 For Sale $175,000 -- $77 / Sq Ft
Source: West Penn Multi-List

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $4,621 $150,900 $26,600 $124,300
2024 $4,621 $150,900 $26,600 $124,300
2023 $3,966 $132,900 $26,600 $106,300
2022 $3,878 $132,900 $26,600 $106,300
2021 $440 $132,900 $26,600 $106,300
2020 $3,792 $132,900 $26,600 $106,300
2019 $4,252 $150,900 $26,600 $124,300
2018 $714 $150,900 $26,600 $124,300
2017 $4,189 $150,900 $26,600 $124,300
2016 $714 $150,900 $26,600 $124,300
2015 $714 $150,900 $26,600 $124,300
2014 $4,194 $150,900 $26,600 $124,300
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: West Penn Multi-List

MLS Number: 1706522

West Penn Multi-List

APN: 0214-P-00177-0000-00