$324,900

197 Central Ave Pittsburgh, PA 15238

Estimated payment $1,979/month

Total Views 944
3 Beds
2 Baths
-- Sq Ft
-- Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Very Popular Property
  • Colonial Architecture
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Fox Chapel Area High School Rated A+
  • Wood Flooring
  • 4-minute walk to Raymond Schafer Park

About This Home

WELCOME HOME to this charming ranch-style gem in the heart of O’Hara Twp, Fox Chapel Area SD! The fantastic location puts you minutes from your favorite shopping, restaurants, breweries, Freeport Rd and Rte. 28. Easy access/commute to downtown Pitt, universities, and major hospitals. Step inside to find beautiful original hardwood floors throughout. The main level features a welcoming entry, cozy living room with a gas fireplace and an eat-in kitchen with stainless steel appliances. Step onto the patio/deck overlooking a private, flat, fenced-in backyard. Storage shed included! Over-Sized, Double Lot! A full bath and three spacious bedrooms complete the main floor. The lower level offers incredible flexibility! With its own separate walk-out entrance—it’s perfect as a private apartment, guest suite or additional living space. It features an expansive game room, gas fireplace, full bath, storage area, and large laundry area. Off-street parking! NEW Roof (2025). Driveway (2022).

Listing Agent

Michelle Proviano

BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY THE PREFERRED REALTY License #RS353653 Listed on: 12/04/2025

BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY THE PREFERRED REALTY

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,295

Year Built

  • Built in 1930

Lot Details

  • 6,251 Sq Ft Lot

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Asphalt Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1-Story Property
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Finished Basement
  • Walk-Out Basement

Kitchen

  • Stove
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Laminate
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • 2 Parking Spaces
  • Off-Street Parking

Utilities

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

Listing and Financial Details

  • Home warranty included in the sale of the property

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,295

Year Built

Built in 1930

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Municipality: O'Hara
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.1435
  • Lot Size: 0.1435
  • Directions: Freeport Road to Boyd Avenue to Central Avenue
  • Architectural Style: Colonial, Ranch
  • Unit Levels: One
  • Building Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1930
  • Property Sub Type Additional: Single Family Residence
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Basement: Finished, Walk-Out Access
  • Appliances: Some Electric Appliances, Dryer, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace Features: Gas
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Laminate

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Pool Features: None
  • Home Warranty: Yes
  • 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

Schools

  • Junior High Dist: Fox Chapel Area

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 3295.0

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

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 $2,994 $108,600 $41,800 $66,800
2024 $2,994 $108,600 $41,800 $66,800
2023 $2,960 $108,600 $41,800 $66,800
2022 $2,928 $108,600 $41,800 $66,800
2021 $514 $108,600 $41,800 $66,800
2020 $2,868 $108,600 $41,800 $66,800
2019 $2,846 $108,600 $41,800 $66,800
2018 $3,019 $108,600 $41,800 $66,800
2017 $2,762 $108,600 $41,800 $66,800
2016 $514 $108,600 $41,800 $66,800
2015 $514 $108,600 $41,800 $66,800
2014 $2,725 $108,600 $41,800 $66,800
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
12/04/2025 12/04/25 For Sale $324,900 +75.6% --
08/04/2016 08/04/16 Sold $185,000 -2.6% $135 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
06/23/2016 06/23/16 Pending -- -- --
06/15/2016 06/15/16 For Sale $190,000 -- $139 / Sq Ft
Source: West Penn Multi-List

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $185,000 None Available
Deed $143,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $175,750 No Value Available
Previous Owner $138,000 FHA
Source: Public Records

About the Listing Agent

Michelle Proviano
Michelle Proviano

BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY THE PREFERRED REALTY

(412) 858-8554

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As a lifelong Pittsburgh resident experienced in buying, selling, and renovating homes in the area, Michelle is dedicated to helping her clients achieve their real estate goals. Hardworking and persistent, Michelle advocates for her clients throughout the buying and selling process. Michelle knows that buying a home can sometimes feel as overwhelming as exciting, which is why she strives to provide a seamless, hassle-free experience. She takes the time to get to know her clients’ preferences

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Source: West Penn Multi-List

MLS Number: 1732515

West Penn Multi-List

APN: 0291-R-00241-0000-00

Pennsylvania Allegheny County Pittsburgh 15238

197 Central Ave, Pittsburgh, PA

For Sale

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