Sold
Last Sold Price
3 beds
1052 Universal Rd, Pittsburgh, PA 15235
Single FamilyProperty Type
0.25 acresLot Size
1955Year Built

Description

This beautiful home nestled in Penn Hills, is conveniently located near the bus stop. This three- bedroom Cape Cod is the perfect home for a first- time home buyer just starting your family, or an empty nester, looking to downsize. The master bedroom is located on the first floor just off of the living room. The kitchen is newly updated with newer appliances. Upstairs are two bedrooms, perfect for teenagers, or pre-teens, guests, or maybe an office. A small landing, that can be beautifully decorated,...This beautiful home nestled in Penn Hills, is conveniently located near the bus stop. This three- bedroom Cape Cod is the perfect home for a first- time home buyer just starting your family, or an empty nester, looking to downsize. The master bedroom is located on the first floor just off of the living room. The kitchen is newly updated with newer appliances. Upstairs are two bedrooms, perfect for teenagers, or pre-teens, guests, or maybe an office. A small landing, that can be beautifully decorated, divides the rooms that are on either side. A finished basement leads outside to a quiet patio out back provides the perfect peaceful place to barbecue while enjoying a view of some wildlife. This house also has a heated roof.
Listing closed: 04/29/2021 12:00 AM • Source: WPMLS, MLS#: 1487204

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Median sold price

$135,000

Avg days on market

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Sale-to-list ratio

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Property Information for 1052 Universal Road

Property Details
  • Taxes: $1,936 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential / Residence/Single Family
  • Architecture: Cape Cod
  • Style: 2 Story or 2 Level
  • Cooling: Central
  • Pool: No
Building Information
  • Year Built: 1955
  • Lot Size: 0.25 AC / 10,781 SF
Summary
Location and General Information
  • City Name: Pittsburgh
  • Postal Code: 15235
  • County Or Parish: Allegheny-East
  • County M 360: Allegheny
  • State Or Province: Pennsylvania
  • Directions: From Rodi Road, turn right, then left onto Universal. About 2 miles, the house is on the right side.
  • Public Transportation: Yes
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Map Num Block Num Lot Num Info: 0539-G-00352-0000-00
  • Taxes: $1,936
School Information
  • School District: Penn Hills
  • School Transportation: Yes
Parking
  • Parking Description: Integral Garage
Property
Lot Information
  • Acres: 0.2475
  • Lot Size: 0.2475
  • Type of Property: Residence/Single Family
  • Area: Penn Hills
  • Construction: Brick
Property and Assessments
  • New Construction Type: Existing
  • Home Warranty Incl: Yes
  • Year Built Numeric: 1955
  • Disclaimer: Information Deemed Reliable, But Not Guaranteed
  • Photo Count: 24
Utilities
  • Sewage: Public
  • Water: Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Roof: Asphalt
Interior Features
  • Room Count: 6
  • Basement Access: Walk Out
  • Baths Full: 1
  • Baths Full Locations: Main
  • Baths Half: 1
  • Baths Partial Locations: Lower
  • Baths Total: 1.1
  • Inclusions: Auto Door on Garage, Gas Stove, Microwave Oven, Refrigerator, Screens, Window Treatments
  • Floors: Area Rug, Hard Wood, Wall to Wall
  • Basement: Yes
  • Heating Type: Gas
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room and Features: Living Room-Main, Dining Room-Main, Kitchen-Main, Master Bedroom-Main, 2nd Bedroom-Upper, 3rd Bedroom-Upper
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Kitchen, Master Bedroom, 2nd Bedroom, 3rd Bedroom
Room Information
Room 1
  • Room Level 1: Main
  • Room Size 1: 15x11
  • Room Type 1: Living Room
Room 2
  • Room Level 2: Main
  • Room Size 2: 11x12
  • Room Type 2: Dining Room
Room 3
  • Room Level 3: Main
  • Room Size 3: 11x11
  • Room Type 3: Kitchen
Room 4
  • Room Level 4: Main
  • Room Size 4: 11x11
  • Room Type 4: Master Bedroom
Room 5
  • Room Level 5: Upper
  • Room Size 5: 11x12
  • Room Type 5: 2nd Bedroom
Room 6
  • Room Level 6: Upper
  • Room Size 6: 11x13
  • Room Type 6: 3rd Bedroom
Rental
Rental Information
  • Tenant Occupied: No

Property History for 1052 Universal Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Apr 29, 2021

Sold

WPMLS #1487204

$125,000—
Apr 27, 2021

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1475023798

$125,000—
Mar 2, 2021

Pending

WPMLS #1487204

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DateEvent & SourcePrice
04/29/2021

Sold

WPMLS #1487204

$125,000
04/27/2021

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1475023798

$125,000
03/02/2021

Pending

WPMLS #1487204

—

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Public Records for 1052 Universal Road

Taxable ValueLand$12,500Additions$48,900Total$61,400
Tax Record2026$2,761 ($230 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths1.5Total Finished SqFt1,248 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,248 SqFtStories1Lot Size10,779 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1955CountyALLEGHENYAPN539-G-352

Schools near 1052 Universal Road

This home is within Penn Hills School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Penn Hills Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Linton Middle School
Public6 to 8

Penn Hills Senior High School
Public9 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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