$299,900
$25K PRICE DROP

Estimated payment $1,813/month

Total Views 10,070
4 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,845 Sq Ft
$105 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Popular Property
  • Victorian Architecture
  • Public Transportation
  • Outdoor Pool
  • Laundry Room
  • Tile Flooring

About This Home

38 Watson Blvd delivers historic charm, thoughtful updates, and flexible living options in one of Observatory Hill’s most picturesque settings. Situated on a wide boulevard just steps from Riverview Park, this spacious 4 bed, 2.5 bath home spans three levels. A tiled front porch and double-door vestibule open to an inviting entry hall with sitting nook. The main floor offers a bright parlor, oversized family room with abundant natural light, and a full bath. Upstairs, find an updated kitchen, additional living area, two bedrooms/office options, and a renovated bath. The third floor hosts a private primary suite with walk-in closet, laundry, powder room, plus another bedroom. The fenced backyard is perfect for entertaining with a large party deck and pool. With a newer roof, updated mechanicals, and a layout offering flexibility for today’s lifestyles, this home blends classic character with modern comfort.

Listing Agent

Brian Larson

HOWARD HANNA REAL ESTATE SERVICES License #AB069368 Listed on: 08/07/2025

HOWARD HANNA REAL ESTATE SERVICES

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,585

Year Built

  • Built in 1906

Home Design

  • Victorian Architecture
  • Asphalt Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 2,845 Sq Ft Home
  • 3-Story Property
  • Unfinished Basement
  • Walk-Out Basement

Kitchen

  • Cooktop
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Laminate
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • 2 Parking Spaces
  • On-Street Parking

Utilities

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

Additional Features

  • Outdoor Pool
  • 6,957 Sq Ft Lot

Community Details

  • Public Transportation

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,585

Year Built

Built in 1906

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Municipality: Observatory Hill
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.1597
  • Lot Size: 0.1597
  • Directions: Perrysville Ave to Watson Blvd, house on right
  • Architectural Style: Three Story, Victorian
  • Unit Levels: Three Or More
  • Building Stories: 3
  • Year Built: 1906
  • Property Sub Type Additional: Single Family Residence
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Stories: 3

Interior Features

  • Basement: Unfinished, Walk-Out Access
  • Appliances: Some Gas Appliances, Cooktop, Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Flooring: Laminate, Tile

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Pool Features: Pool
  • Construction Type: Brick
  • Property Condition: Resale

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: On 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: Pittsburgh

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 2585.0

Map

Range of Values:

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Source: Public Records

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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 $2,408 $104,500 $18,200 $86,300
2024 $2,408 $104,500 $18,200 $86,300
2023 $2,408 $104,500 $18,200 $86,300
2022 $2,376 $104,500 $18,200 $86,300
2021 $2,376 $104,500 $18,200 $86,300
2020 $2,365 $104,500 $18,200 $86,300
2019 $2,365 $104,500 $18,200 $86,300
2018 $1,897 $104,500 $18,200 $86,300
2017 $2,365 $104,500 $18,200 $86,300
2016 $494 $104,500 $18,200 $86,300
2015 $494 $104,500 $18,200 $86,300
2014 $2,313 $104,500 $18,200 $86,300
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
09/07/2025 09/07/25 Price Changed $299,900 -7.7% $105 / Sq Ft
08/07/2025 08/07/25 For Sale $325,000 +314.0% $114 / Sq Ft
04/05/2012 04/05/12 Sold $78,500 -7.6% $34 / Sq Ft
04/04/2012 04/04/12 Pending -- -- --
11/11/2011 11/11/11 For Sale $85,000 -- $37 / Sq Ft
Source: West Penn Multi-List

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Special Warranty Deed $78,500 --
Deed $65,000 --
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $97,000 New Conventional
Closed $12,769 Stand Alone Second
Closed $123,463 FHA
Previous Owner $52,000 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Source: West Penn Multi-List

MLS Number: 1715491

West Penn Multi-List

APN: 0077-F-00157-0000-00