$2,998,000

5501 Elgin St Pittsburgh, PA 15206

Highland Park Neighborhood

Estimated payment $18,084/month

Total Views 99,666
7 Beds
4.5 Baths
9,286 Sq Ft
$323 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • 1.85 Acre Lot
  • Victorian Architecture
  • Public Transportation
  • Wood Flooring
  • 10 Fireplaces
  • Central Air

About This Home

Discover Baywood, your next home in the heart of Highland Park, Pittsburgh. This inviting 7-bed, 4.5-bath residence offers a spacious 9,286 sq ft of living space, nestled within a 1.8-acre lush estate, complemented by 6 acres of scenic parkland. Once home to the Alexander King Estate and the Pittsburgh Art Museum, Baywood combines historical charm with the comfort of modern living. Thoughtfully restored to highlight its original features while incorporating today's conveniences, it features elegant hardwood floors, expansive windows, and updated systems for ease and efficiency. Perfect for those who cherish art and desire a harmonious blend of classic beauty and contemporary comfort in a sought-after locale. The opportunity to enjoy this wonderful home with its storied history and timeless future needs NO work to enjoy today. Your family will be ecstatic to create the next generation of positive memories while only minutes to all of Pittsburgh's rich cultural sports and dining venues!

Listing Agent

Mark Jennings

PIATT SOTHEBY'S INTERNATIONAL REALTY License #AB066377 Listed on: 03/07/2025

PIATT SOTHEBY'S INTERNATIONAL REALTY

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $28,336

Year Built

  • Built in 1880

Lot Details

  • 1.85 Acre Lot

Parking

  • Off-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Victorian Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Slate Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 9,286 Sq Ft Home
  • 3-Story Property
  • 10 Fireplaces
  • Window Treatments

Kitchen

  • Stove
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 7 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Walk-Up Access

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating System Uses Gas
  • Hot Water Heating System

Community Details

  • Public Transportation

Listing and Financial Details

  • Home warranty included in the sale of the property

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$28,336

Year Built

Built in 1880

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Municipality: Highland Park
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 1.845
  • Lot Size: 267x13x33x91x86x141x
  • Directions: Highland Ave toward Highland Park Main entrance to Left on Elgin - 2 blocks to straight through to cobblestone street through grand pillars past park on right to Baywood.
  • Architectural Style: Three Story, Victorian
  • Unit Levels: Three Or More
  • Building Stories: 3
  • Year Built: 1880
  • Property Sub Type Additional: Single Family Residence
  • Special Features: None
  • Stories: 3

Interior Features

  • Basement: Full, Walk-Up Access
  • Appliances: Some Gas Appliances, Dryer, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 7
  • Fireplaces: 10
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Carpet
  • Interior Amenities: Window Treatments
  • Window Features: Window Treatments

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Slate
  • Pool Features: None
  • Home Warranty: Yes
  • Construction Type: Brick
  • Property Condition: Resale

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: Off Street

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating: Gas, Hot Water
  • 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: 28336.0

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Range of Values:

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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 $28,337 $1,229,900 $76,300 $1,153,600
2024 $28,337 $1,229,900 $76,300 $1,153,600
2023 $28,337 $1,229,900 $76,300 $1,153,600
2022 $27,968 $1,229,900 $76,300 $1,153,600
2021 $28,178 $1,229,900 $76,300 $1,153,600
2020 $27,833 $1,229,900 $76,300 $1,153,600
2019 $27,833 $1,229,900 $76,300 $1,153,600
2018 $22,230 $1,229,900 $76,300 $1,153,600
2017 $27,833 $1,229,900 $76,300 $1,153,600
2016 $5,817 $1,229,900 $76,300 $1,153,600
2015 $5,817 $1,229,900 $76,300 $1,153,600
2014 $27,218 $1,229,900 $76,300 $1,153,600
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
10/06/2025 10/06/25 For Sale $2,998,000 0.0% $323 / Sq Ft
08/18/2025 08/18/25 Off Market $2,998,000 -- --
03/07/2025 03/07/25 For Sale $2,998,000 -- $323 / Sq Ft
Source: West Penn Multi-List

About the Listing Agent

Mark Jennings
Mark Jennings

PIATT SOTHEBY'S INTERNATIONAL REALTY

(412) 998-8296

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As Vice President of Residential Sales at the award-winning urban development Piatt Place, Mark skillfully guided new owners through the home buying process. Mark’s experience includes regional director of sales and marketing for a national corporate building firm, commercial and residential site searches, new project design,

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Source: West Penn Multi-List

MLS Number: 1690566

West Penn Multi-List

APN: 0082-F-00300-0000-00

Pennsylvania Allegheny County Pittsburgh 15206 Highland Park

5501 Elgin St, Pittsburgh, PA

This home is located at 5501 Elgin St, Pittsburgh, PA 15206 and is currently priced at $2,998,000, approximately $322 per square foot. This property was built in 1880. 5501 Elgin St is a home located in Allegheny County with nearby schools including Pittsburgh Sunnyside K-8, Pittsburgh Milliones 6-12, and Environmental Charter School.

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