Seller's Agent in 2025
Joann Echtler
BHHS Preferred Realty
(724) 713-0831
1 in this area
342 Total Sales
511 Central Ave Pittsburgh, PA 15238
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,404
Sq Ft
0.29
Acres
Highlights
- Wood Flooring
- 1 Car Attached Garage
- Gas Fireplace
- Fox Chapel Area High School Rated A+
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- 1-minute walk to Raymond Schafer Park
About This Home
As of February 2025Welcome to this charming 3-bedroom, 2-bath ranch house in O'Hara Township, offering a perfect blend of convenience & comfort. Located in Fox Chapel School District on a quiet dead-end street & across from a local park, this home is a true gem as it is central to RIDC Park, Downtown Pittsburgh, UPMC & AHN hospitals, several marinas, shopping plazas, & various entertainment & dining. Inside you'll find a well-designed layout, including a fully equipped kitchen with ample cabinet space. Upstairs features two rooms that could serve as either living areas or dining areas as both are graced with natural light, creating a bright & inviting atmosphere. The spacious finished basement offers an array of opportunities for a personalized layout, equipped with a wet bar & fireplace. From the basement, access the attached garage & also an entryway to a backyard patio with a retractable awning. The beautifully landscaped yard creates a truly delightful space for outdoor gatherings & enjoyment.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY THE PREFERRED REALTY Listed on: 10/30/2024
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $3,170
Year Built
- Built in 1958
Lot Details
- 0.29 Acre Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 100x125x100x125
Home Design
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Asphalt Roof
Interior Spaces
- 1,404 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Gas Fireplace
- Window Screens
- Finished Basement
- Walk-Out Basement
Kitchen
- Cooktop
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Parking
- 1 Car Attached Garage
- Garage Door Opener
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Gas
Matterport 3D Tour
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Oct 30, 2024
Closed on
Feb 20, 2025
Sold by
Vasbinder Donald L Sr Est and Vasbinder Timothy G
Bought by
Lohse Ines
Seller's Agent
Joann Echtler
BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY THE PREFERRED REALTY
Buyer's Agent
Molly Finley
HOWARD HANNA REAL ESTATE SERVICES
List Price
$349,900
Sold Price
$327,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$22,400
-6.4%
Views
633
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$7,933
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.76%
Original Mortgage
$262,000
Outstanding Balance
$260,449
Interest Rate
6.93%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$74,984
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 20, 1959
Bought by
Vasbinder Donald L and Vasbinder Velma L
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | $327,500 | -- | |
| Deed | $327,500 | -- | |
| Quit Claim Deed | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $262,000 | New Conventional | |
| Closed | $262,000 | New Conventional |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/19/2025 02/19/25 | Sold | $327,500 | -6.4% | $233 / Sq Ft |
| 10/30/2024 10/30/24 | For Sale | $349,900 | -- | $249 / Sq Ft |
Source: West Penn Multi-List
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $3,170 | $115,000 | $30,000 | $85,000 |
| 2024 | $3,170 | $115,000 | $30,000 | $85,000 |
| 2023 | $3,135 | $115,000 | $30,000 | $85,000 |
| 2022 | $3,100 | $115,000 | $30,000 | $85,000 |
| 2021 | $3,257 | $115,000 | $30,000 | $85,000 |
| 2020 | $3,037 | $115,000 | $30,000 | $85,000 |
| 2019 | $3,014 | $115,000 | $30,000 | $85,000 |
| 2018 | $544 | $115,000 | $30,000 | $85,000 |
| 2017 | $2,925 | $115,000 | $30,000 | $85,000 |
| 2016 | $544 | $115,000 | $30,000 | $85,000 |
| 2015 | $544 | $115,000 | $30,000 | $85,000 |
| 2014 | $2,885 | $115,000 | $30,000 | $85,000 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Joann Echtler
-
Molly Finley
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Molly Finley
Howard Hanna
(412) 427-9668
14 in this area
216 Total Sales
Map
Source: West Penn Multi-List
MLS Number: 1678277
APN: 0291-L-00006-0000-00
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