1218 Sherman Ave

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Description

Welcome Home to this all-brick classic Mexican War Street Beauty filled with true craftsmanship and architectural details located in the heart of Pittsburgh. Features include a huge chefs kitchen with oversized island and commercial grade gas stainless steel stove. Entertain guests and enjoy the rear courtyard just off the kitchen. This home has been restored with quality materials including a new bathroom with Quartz countertop. 5 gas/wood fireplaces throughout the home and a custom wet bar (hot/cold...Welcome Home to this all-brick classic Mexican War Street Beauty filled with true craftsmanship and architectural details located in the heart of Pittsburgh. Features include a huge chefs kitchen with oversized island and commercial grade gas stainless steel stove. Entertain guests and enjoy the rear courtyard just off the kitchen. This home has been restored with quality materials including a new bathroom with Quartz countertop. 5 gas/wood fireplaces throughout the home and a custom wet bar (hot/cold water) on the third floor offer a loft feel with brick wall interior façade. The woodwork is impeccable from the grand staircase and the coffered ceiling upstairs to the classic moldings throughout the home hand crafted by a master carpenter. Close to the North Shore Amenities including Heinz Field, PNC Park, Aviary, Park and Trail system, Casino and Restaurants/Bars.
  1. Listed by HOWARD HANNA REAL ESTATE SERVICES

Property Details for 1218 Sherman Avenue

Style
3 or More Stories
Cooling
Wall Unit, Window A/C
Pool
No
Subdivision Name
Mexican War Streets
LISTING UPDATED: 01/24/2026 03:03 PM

Property Details for 1218 Sherman Avenue

StatusActive
MLS #1721092
Days on Market147
Taxes$4,369 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Residence/Single Family
Year Built1896
Lot Size0.05 AC / 2,003 SF
CountyAllegheny County

Location

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Building Information for 1218 Sherman Avenue

Stories-Year Built1896Building Size-Lot Size0.05 AC / 2,003 SF

Payment Calculator

$2,796 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$2,432

Property Taxes

$364

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 1218 Sherman Avenue

Summary
Location and General Information
  • City Name: Pittsburgh
  • Postal Code: 15212
  • County Or Parish: Allegheny-North
  • County M 360: Allegheny
  • State Or Province: Pennsylvania
  • Directions: West north Ave. to R/L on Sherman to home on R
  • Public Transportation: Yes
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Map Num Block Num Lot Num Info: 23-K-235
  • Taxes: $4,369
School Information
  • School District: Pittsburgh
  • School Transportation: Yes
Parking
  • Parking Description: On-Street Parking
Property
Lot Information
  • Acres: 0.046
  • Lot Size: 20x100
  • Type of Property: Residence/Single Family
  • Area: Central North Side
  • Construction: Brick
Property and Assessments
  • New Construction Type: Existing
  • Home Warranty Incl: No
  • Year Built Numeric: 1896
  • Disclaimer: Information Deemed Reliable, But Not Guaranteed
  • Photo Count: 48
Utilities
  • Sewage: Public
  • Water: Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Roof: Composition
Interior Features
  • Room Count: 9
  • Basement Access: Walk Up
  • Baths Full: 1
  • Baths Full Locations: Upper
  • Baths Half: 1
  • Baths Partial Locations: Main
  • Baths Total: 1.1
  • Fireplace Description: GasWood
  • Fireplaces: 5
  • Inclusions: Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Stove, Kitchen Island, Microwave Oven, Multi-Pane Windows, Refrigerator, Security System, Wall to Wall Carpet, Wet Bar, Window A/C
  • Floors: Ceramic Tile, Hard Wood, Wall to Wall
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Description: FullDry
  • Insulation: Yes
  • Heating Type: Gas
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room and Features: Living Room-Main, Dining Room-Main, Kitchen-Main, Family Room-Upper, Primary Bedroom-Upper, 2nd Bedroom-Upper, 3rd Bedroom-Upper, Entry-Main, Laundry Room-Lower
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Kitchen, Family Room, Primary Bedroom, 2nd Bedroom, 3rd Bedroom, Entry, Laundry Room
Room Information
Room 1
  • Room Level 1: Main
  • Room Size 1: 14x12
  • Room Type 1: Living Room
Room 2
  • Room Level 2: Main
  • Room Size 2: 14x12
  • Room Type 2: Dining Room
Room 3
  • Room Level 3: Main
  • Room Size 3: 23x13
  • Room Type 3: Kitchen
Room 4
  • Room Level 4: Upper
  • Room Size 4: 28x18
  • Room Type 4: Family Room
Room 5
  • Room Level 5: Upper
  • Room Size 5: 18x14
  • Room Type 5: Primary Bedroom
Room 6
  • Room Level 6: Upper
  • Room Size 6: 14x12
  • Room Type 6: 2nd Bedroom
Room 7
  • Room Level 7: Upper
  • Room Size 7: 13x12
  • Room Type 7: 3rd Bedroom
Room 8
  • Room Level 8: Main
  • Room Type 8: Entry
Room 9
  • Room Level 9: Lower
  • Room Type 9: Laundry Room
Rental
Rental Information
  • Tenant Occupied: Yes

Property History for 1218 Sherman Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Dec 9, 2025

Price Change

WPMLS #1721092

$499,000
Nov 12, 2025

Price Change

WPMLS #1721092

$515,000
Oct 21, 2025

Price Change

WPMLS #1721092

$539,900
Oct 2, 2025

Price Change

WPMLS #1721092

$559,900
Sep 14, 2025

Price Change

WPMLS #1721092

$499,000
Sep 14, 2025

Listed (Active)

WPMLS #1721092

$574,900
Dec 5, 2019

Expired

WPMLS #1396030

Oct 10, 2019

Price Change

WPMLS #1396030

$449,900
Sep 11, 2019

Price Change

WPMLS #1396030

$475,000
Jul 19, 2019

Price Change

WPMLS #1396030

$499,000
May 16, 2019

Temporarily Off Market

WPMLS #1396030

May 16, 2019

Listed (Active)

WPMLS #1396030

$549,000
May 15, 2019

Expired

WPMLS #1388184

May 10, 2019

Price Change

WPMLS #1388184

$574,900
Apr 3, 2019

Temporarily Off Market

WPMLS #1388184

Apr 3, 2019

Listed (Active)

WPMLS #1388184

$599,900
Sep 22, 2017

Expired

WPMLS #1249281

Jun 22, 2017

Expired

WPMLS #1230636

Jun 22, 2017

Expired

WPMLS #1230633

Apr 25, 2017

Expired

WPMLS #1220506

Jan 6, 2017

Sold

WPMLS #1246489

$425,000
Nov 8, 2016

Pending

WPMLS #1246489

Sep 23, 2016

Listed (Active)

WPMLS #1249281

$589,000
Sep 23, 2016

Listed (Active)

WPMLS #1246489

$599,000
Jun 23, 2016

Listed (Active)

WPMLS #1230636

$770,000
Jun 23, 2016

Listed (Active)

WPMLS #1230633

$770,000
Apr 26, 2016

Listed (Active)

WPMLS #1220506

$605,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
12/09/2025

Price Change

WPMLS #1721092

$499,000
11/12/2025

Price Change

WPMLS #1721092

$515,000
10/21/2025

Price Change

WPMLS #1721092

$539,900
10/02/2025

Price Change

WPMLS #1721092

$559,900
09/14/2025

Price Change

WPMLS #1721092

$499,000
09/14/2025

Listed (Active)

WPMLS #1721092

$574,900
12/05/2019

Expired

WPMLS #1396030

10/10/2019

Price Change

WPMLS #1396030

$449,900
09/11/2019

Price Change

WPMLS #1396030

$475,000
07/19/2019

Price Change

WPMLS #1396030

$499,000
05/16/2019

Temporarily Off Market

WPMLS #1396030

05/16/2019

Listed (Active)

WPMLS #1396030

$549,000
05/15/2019

Expired

WPMLS #1388184

05/10/2019

Price Change

WPMLS #1388184

$574,900
04/03/2019

Temporarily Off Market

WPMLS #1388184

04/03/2019

Listed (Active)

WPMLS #1388184

$599,900
09/22/2017

Expired

WPMLS #1249281

06/22/2017

Expired

WPMLS #1230636

06/22/2017

Expired

WPMLS #1230633

04/25/2017

Expired

WPMLS #1220506

01/06/2017

Sold

WPMLS #1246489

$425,000
11/08/2016

Pending

WPMLS #1246489

09/23/2016

Listed (Active)

WPMLS #1249281

$589,000
09/23/2016

Listed (Active)

WPMLS #1246489

$599,000
06/23/2016

Listed (Active)

WPMLS #1230636

$770,000
06/23/2016

Listed (Active)

WPMLS #1230633

$770,000
04/26/2016

Listed (Active)

WPMLS #1220506

$605,000

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 1218 Sherman Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$45,800Additions$130,800Total$176,600
Tax Record2025$4,369 ($364 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Total Finished SqFt2,488 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,488 SqFtStories3Lot Size1,320 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1890CountyALLEGHENYAPN23-K-234

Schools near 1218 Sherman Avenue

This home is within Pittsburgh Public Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Pittsburgh King K-8
PublicPK to 8

Pittsburgh Perry High School
Public9 to 12

Pittsburgh Allegheny K-5
PublicPK to 5

Pittsburgh Allegheny 6-8
Public6 to 8

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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1218 Sherman Avenue is a single family home for sale in Pittsburgh, PA 15212. This property was listed for sale on September 14, 2025 by HOWARD HANNA REAL ESTATE SERVICES, it's currently listed at $499,000. It has been on the market for a total of 147 days and was last sold on January 6, 2017. This listing's school district is Pittsburgh Public Schools. Nearby schools include Pittsburgh King K-8, Pittsburgh Perry High School and Pittsburgh Allegheny K-5. 1218 Sherman Avenue is a 3-bed, 2-bath, single family home built in 1896.

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