123 Bascom Ave

Pittsburgh, PA 15214

$211,000
Last Sold Price
3
Beds
1,116 Sq. Ft.
$189 / Sq. Ft.
1,116
Sq. Ft.
$189
per Sq. Ft.
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Sold 9/9/25
Sold 9/9/25
Alcove / nook off of the kitchen
Primary bedroom 1
Primary bedroom 2
2nd bedroom
2nd bedroom 2
3rd bedroom
Finished basement space
Finished basement space
Basement water closet with shower

Description

Refreshed Observatory Hill cottage sits on a wooded triple lot with treetop views—an immense rarity for city living. This fully updated 3-bed, 1.5-bath abode is just 0.7 miles from Riverview Park and equally convenient to McKnight Road shopping and Downtown Pittsburgh. A shaded front porch introduces the main living space, featuring broad-appeal finishes and a statement fireplace. Luxury vinyl floors flow into the bright dining room and open-concept kitchen with stone counters and never-been-used...Refreshed Observatory Hill cottage sits on a wooded triple lot with treetop views—an immense rarity for city living. This fully updated 3-bed, 1.5-bath abode is just 0.7 miles from Riverview Park and equally convenient to McKnight Road shopping and Downtown Pittsburgh. A shaded front porch introduces the main living space, featuring broad-appeal finishes and a statement fireplace. Luxury vinyl floors flow into the bright dining room and open-concept kitchen with stone counters and never-been-used appliances. A bonus alcove adds extra charm. Upstairs, the primary bedroom sits adjacent to a modernized full bath with a tile shower surround. Two additional bedrooms complete the second floor. The basement hosts a finished 200-square-foot bonus room, plus laundry and a half bath. Outdoor amenities include a rear porch overlooking the wildflower-dotted lot and one off-street parking space with room for more. Don’t miss it!
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Property Details for 123 Bascom Avenue

Parking Spaces
1
Style
2 Story or 2 Level
Cooling
Central
LISTING UPDATED: 09/09/2025 05:33 PM

Property Details for 123 Bascom Avenue

StatusSold
MLS #1701817
Days on Market71
Taxes$604 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Residence/Single Family
Year Built1940
Lot Size0.18 AC / 7,840 SF
CountyAllegheny County
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Building Information for 123 Bascom Avenue

Stories-Year Built1940Building Size-Lot Size0.18 AC / 7,840 SF

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Property Information for 123 Bascom Avenue

Summary
Location and General Information
  • City Name: Pittsburgh
  • Postal Code: 15214
  • County Or Parish: Allegheny-North
  • County M 360: Allegheny
  • State Or Province: Pennsylvania
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Map Num Block Num Lot Num Info: 0162-K-00042-0000-00
  • Taxes: $604
School Information
  • School District: Pittsburgh
Parking
  • Parking Description: Off-Street Parking
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Property
Lot Information
  • Acres: 0.18
  • Lot Size: 0.18
  • Acres Source: Tax Record
  • Sq Ft Total: 1116.0
  • Type of Property: Residence/Single Family
  • Area: Observatory Hill
  • Construction: Brick
Property and Assessments
  • New Construction Type: Existing
  • Year Built Numeric: 1940
  • Disclaimer: Information Deemed Reliable, But Not Guaranteed
  • Photo Count: 32
Utilities
  • Sewage: Public
  • Water: Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Interior Features
  • Basement Access: Walk Up
  • Baths Full: 1
  • Baths Full Locations: Upper
  • Baths Half: 1
  • Baths Partial Locations: Basement
  • Baths Total: 1.1
  • Fireplace Description: inspect
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Inclusions: Dishwasher, Gas Stove, Microwave Oven, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer
  • Floors: Other, Vinyl, Wall to Wall
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Description: Full
  • Heating Type: Gas
  • Heating: Forced Air
Rental
Rental Information
  • Tenant Occupied: No

Property History for 123 Bascom Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Sep 9, 2025

Sold

WPMLS #1701817

$211,000—
Aug 28, 2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1917329221

$211,000—
Jul 29, 2025

Pending

WPMLS #1701817

—
Jul 15, 2025

Listed (Active)

WPMLS #1701817

—
Jun 30, 2025

Pending

WPMLS #1701817

—
Jun 17, 2025

Price Change

WPMLS #1701817

$204,000—
May 19, 2025

Listed (Active)

WPMLS #1701817

$209,000—
Nov 19, 2024

Sold

WPMLS #1675091

$85,000—
Oct 18, 2024

Pending

WPMLS #1675091

—
Oct 18, 2024

In Contract

WPMLS #1675091

—
Oct 7, 2024

Listed (Active)

WPMLS #1675091

$109,900—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
09/09/2025

Sold

WPMLS #1701817

$211,000
08/28/2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1917329221

$211,000
07/29/2025

Pending

WPMLS #1701817

—
07/15/2025

Listed (Active)

WPMLS #1701817

—
06/30/2025

Pending

WPMLS #1701817

—
06/17/2025

Price Change

WPMLS #1701817

$204,000
05/19/2025

Listed (Active)

WPMLS #1701817

$209,000
11/19/2024

Sold

WPMLS #1675091

$85,000
10/18/2024

Pending

WPMLS #1675091

—
10/18/2024

In Contract

WPMLS #1675091

—
10/07/2024

Listed (Active)

WPMLS #1675091

$109,900

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

Public Records for 123 Bascom Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$15,000Additions$29,200Total$44,200
Tax Record2025$1,094 ($91 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths1.5Total Finished SqFt1,116 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,116 SqFtStories2Lot Size2,500 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1940CountyALLEGHENYAPN162-K-42

Schools near 123 Bascom Avenue

This home is within Pittsburgh Public Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Pittsburgh Morrow K-5
Public - PK to 8
Pittsburgh Perry High School
Public - 9 to 12
Pittsburgh Mcnaugher
Public - 3 to 12
Pittsburgh Conroy
Public - K to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Pittsburgh Morrow K-5
PublicPK to 8

Pittsburgh Perry High School
Public9 to 12

Pittsburgh Mcnaugher
Public3 to 12

Pittsburgh Conroy
PublicK 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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