$149,900
SOLD AUG 29, 2025

156 College Ave Pittsburgh, PA 15239

2 Beds
1 Bath
738 Sq Ft
7,200 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$203 Per Sq Ft

37 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Cottage
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Public Transportation
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Laundry Room
  • Ceramic Tile Flooring

About This Home

As of August 2025

Charming and cozy 2-bedroom ranch offering surprising space and thoughtful updates throughout! Step into the inviting living room and enjoy a fully equipped eat-in kitchen featuring recessed lighting and plenty of charm. The updated bath and modern vinyl plank flooring add fresh appeal, while the covered front porch and rear deck provide relaxing outdoor spaces. The walk-out lower level includes a spacious laundry/storage room with washer and dryer included, plus a semi-finished game room—complete with pool table that stays! Need a garage? The lower level can easily be converted back. Enjoy the privacy of a fenced yard, attic storage, and a concrete driveway with 3 off-street parking spots. Additional updates include roof, windows, doors, furnace, A/C, and electrical panel. Whether you're just starting out or downsizing, this home offers easy living in a well-maintained, move-in ready package!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Michelle Grasinger

RE/MAX SELECT REALTY Listed on: 07/23/2025

RE/MAX SELECT REALTY

Last Buyer's Agent

Markay Pfeifer

EXP REALTY LLC

EXP REALTY LLC

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,327

Year Built

  • Built in 1945

Lot Details

  • 7,200 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 40x180

Home Design

  • Cottage
  • Composition Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1-Story Property
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Window Treatments
  • Window Screens
  • Partially Finished Basement
  • Walk-Out Basement

Kitchen

  • Stove
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Laminate
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • 2 Parking Spaces
  • Off-Street Parking

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Gas

Community Details

  • Frankstown Acres Subdivision
  • Public Transportation

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,327

Year Built

Built in 1945

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Municipality: Plum Boro
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.1653
  • Lot Size: 40x180
  • Subdivision Name: Frankstown Acres
  • Directions: Route 380 (Saltsburg Road) to Unity Trestle Road to Right on College, House on Right
  • Architectural Style: Cottage, Ranch
  • Unit Levels: One
  • Building Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1945
  • Property Sub Type Additional: Single Family Residence
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Basement: Partially Finished, Walk-Out Access
  • Appliances: Some Gas Appliances, Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Laminate, Carpet
  • Interior Amenities: Window Treatments
  • Window Features: Multi Pane, Screens, Window Treatments

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Composition
  • Pool Features: None
  • Home Warranty: No
  • Construction Type: Vinyl Siding
  • Property Condition: Resale

Garage/Parking

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

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating: Forced Air, Gas
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: Public Transportation

Schools

  • Junior High Dist: Plum Boro

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 1327.0

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 12, 2014
Sold by
Lucas Marilyn Jean
Bought by
Rupert Nicolas J and Farabaugh Shirley M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$46,787
Interest Rate
4.21%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 11, 1958
Bought by
Reilly George and Merdella Mae
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $55,000 --
Quit Claim Deed -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $50,000 Future Advance Clause Open End Mortgage
Closed $66,200 Non Purchase Money Mortgage
Closed $20,000 Credit Line Revolving
Closed $46,787 FHA
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/29/2025 08/29/25 Sold $149,900 0.0% $203 / Sq Ft
07/23/2025 07/23/25 For Sale $149,900 -- $203 / 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 $1,215 $36,400 $18,400 $18,000
2024 $1,215 $36,400 $18,400 $18,000
2023 $1,148 $36,400 $18,400 $18,000
2022 $1,113 $36,400 $18,400 $18,000
2021 $346 $36,400 $18,400 $18,000
2020 $1,113 $36,400 $18,400 $18,000
2019 $1,113 $36,400 $18,400 $18,000
2018 $172 $36,400 $18,400 $18,000
2017 $1,051 $36,400 $18,400 $18,000
2016 $172 $36,400 $18,400 $18,000
2015 $172 $36,400 $18,400 $18,000
2014 $993 $54,400 $18,400 $36,000
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: West Penn Multi-List

MLS Number: 1713129

West Penn Multi-List

APN: 0851-J-00360-0000-00