1538 Rutherford Avenue

Sold 11/7/25

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Last Sold Price

$220,000

3 beds2 baths1,188 sqft$185/sqft

1538 Rutherford Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15216

Single FamilyProperty Type

3,001 sq ftLot Size

1958Year Built

$185/sq ftPrice per sq ft

1 carParking Spaces

Description

Welcome to this charming brick Cape Cod in the heart of Beechview! This solid home features a covered front and back porch, perfect for enjoying your morning coffee or relaxing evenings. Step inside to find a move-in ready interior with neutral paint and décor throughout. The updated kitchen comes fully equipped with stainless steel appliances. A main-floor bedroom offers convenience and flexibility. Upstairs, you’ll find additional cozy bedrooms, and the large basement with high ceilings provides...Welcome to this charming brick Cape Cod in the heart of Beechview! This solid home features a covered front and back porch, perfect for enjoying your morning coffee or relaxing evenings. Step inside to find a move-in ready interior with neutral paint and décor throughout. The updated kitchen comes fully equipped with stainless steel appliances. A main-floor bedroom offers convenience and flexibility. Upstairs, you’ll find additional cozy bedrooms, and the large basement with high ceilings provides plenty of storage. Mechanicals have been updated, including a brand-new AC unit. Outside, the quaint yard adds just the right touch of green space without the heavy upkeep. Located steps from the “T” light rail for an easy commute. Close to all the shopping, dining, and local attractions Beechview, Brookline, and Dormont have to offer. Enjoy nearby parks, coffee shops, restaurants, and the South Hills shopping corridor. 10 minutes to Downtown PGH and 25 minutes to PGH International Airport.

Listing Agent

Christian Wilhelm
Listing Agent
COMPASS PENNSYLVANIA, LLC
P: (412) 651-3357
M: (412) 651-3357
Call Text

Listing closed: 11/07/2025 12:00 AM • Source: WPMLS, MLS#: 1722385

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Avg days on market

Sale-to-list ratio

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Principal and Interest

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Property Information for 1538 Rutherford Avenue

Property Details

Taxes: $1,326 / year
MLS Type: Residential / Residence/Single Family
County: Allegheny County
Parking Spaces: 1
Architecture: Cape Cod
Style: 1 1/2 Story
Cooling: Central
Pool: No

Building Information

Year Built: 1958
Lot Size: 0.07 AC / 3,001 SF

Summary

Location and General Information

City Name: Pittsburgh
Postal Code: 15216

County Or Parish: Allegheny-South
County M 360: Allegheny
State Or Province: Pennsylvania
Public Transportation: Yes

Taxes and HOA Information

Map Num Block Num Lot Num Info: 0035-F-00153-0000-00
Taxes: $1,326

School Information

School District: Pittsburgh
School Transportation: Yes

Parking

Parking Description: Integral Garage

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Property

Lot Information

Acres: 0.0689
Lot Size: 0.0689

Acres Source: Tax Record
Sq Ft Total: 1188.0
Type of Property: Residence/Single Family
Area: Beechview
Construction: Brick

Property and Assessments

New Construction Type: Existing
Year Built Numeric: 1958

Disclaimer: Information Deemed Reliable, But Not Guaranteed
Photo Count: 43

Utilities

Sewage: Public
Water: Public

Interior and Exterior Features

Exterior Features

Roof: Asphalt

Interior Features

Room Count: 7
Basement Access: Walk Out

Baths Full: 1
Baths Full Locations: Upper
Baths Half: 1
Baths Partial Locations: Main
Baths Total: 1.1
Inclusions: Auto Door on Garage, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave Oven, Refrigerator, Wall to Wall Carpet, Washer/Dryer, Window Treatments
Floors: Hard Wood, Wall to Wall
Basement: Yes
Basement Description: Unfin
Heating Type: Gas
Heating: Forced Air
Room Type: Living Room
Room and Features: Living Room-Main, Dining Room-Main, Kitchen-Main, Primary Bedroom-Main, 2nd Bedroom-Upper, 3rd Bedroom-Upper, Laundry Room-Basement
Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Kitchen, Primary Bedroom, 2nd Bedroom, 3rd Bedroom, Laundry Room

Room Information

Room 1

Room Level 1: Main
Room Type 1: Living Room

Room 2

Room Level 2: Main
Room Type 2: Dining Room

Room 3

Room Level 3: Main
Room Type 3: Kitchen

Room 4

Room Level 4: Main
Room Type 4: Primary Bedroom

Room 5

Room Level 5: Upper
Room Type 5: 2nd Bedroom

Room 6

Room Level 6: Upper
Room Type 6: 3rd Bedroom

Room 7

Room Level 7: Basement
Room Type 7: Laundry Room

Rental

Rental Information

Tenant Occupied: No

Property History for 1538 Rutherford Avenue

Date	Event & Source	Price	Appreciation
Nov 7, 2025	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #1926387699	$220,000	+7.2% / yr
Nov 7, 2025	Sold WPMLS #1722385	$220,000	—
Sep 29, 2025	Pending WPMLS #1722385		—
Sep 29, 2025	In Contract WPMLS #1722385		—
Sep 24, 2025	Listed (Active) WPMLS #1722385	$200,000	—
May 23, 2012	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #331224166	$86,000	—
May 23, 2012	Sold WPMLS #896673	$86,000	—
Apr 19, 2012	Pending WPMLS #896673		—
Dec 3, 2011	Listed (Active) WPMLS #896673	$89,900	—
Jan 26, 2007	Sold WPMLS #649081	$92,000	—
Nov 26, 2006	Pending WPMLS #649081		—
Nov 17, 2006	Listed (Active) WPMLS #649081	$87,900	—

Date	Event & Source	Price
11/07/2025	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #1926387699	$220,000 +7.2% / yr
11/07/2025	Sold WPMLS #1722385	$220,000
09/29/2025	Pending WPMLS #1722385	—
09/29/2025	In Contract WPMLS #1722385	—
09/24/2025	Listed (Active) WPMLS #1722385	$200,000
05/23/2012	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #331224166	$86,000
05/23/2012	Sold WPMLS #896673	$86,000
04/19/2012	Pending WPMLS #896673	—
12/03/2011	Listed (Active) WPMLS #896673	$89,900
01/26/2007	Sold WPMLS #649081	$92,000
11/26/2006	Pending WPMLS #649081	—
11/17/2006	Listed (Active) WPMLS #649081	$87,900

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

Public Records for 1538 Rutherford Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$16,000Additions$55,600Total$71,600

Tax Record2026$1,887 ($157 / month)

Home Facts

Beds3Baths1Total Finished SqFt1,188 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,188 SqFtStories1Lot Size3,000 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1958CountyALLEGHENYAPN35-F-153

Schools near 1538 Rutherford Avenue

This home is within Pittsburgh Public Schools.


Rating	School	Type	Grades	Distance
6/10	Pittsburgh Beechwood K-5	Public - Serves this home	PK to 5	0.4 mi
3/10	Pittsburgh South Hills 6-8	Public - Serves this home	6 to 8	0.7 mi
2/10	Pittsburgh Brashear High School	Public - Serves this home	9 to 12	0.7 mi
NR	Pittsburgh Conroy	Public - Choice school	K to 12	2.8 mi
NR	Pittsburgh Pioneer	Public - Choice school	K to 12	1.1 mi
6/10	Pittsburgh Dilworth K-5	Public - Choice school	PK to 5	7.0 mi
NR	Therapeutic Learning Center - Familylinks	Private - Nearby school	K to 5	0.7 mi


Rating	School	Distance
6/10	Pittsburgh Beechwood K-5 PublicPK to 5 Serves this home	0.4 mi
3/10	Pittsburgh South Hills 6-8 Public6 to 8 Serves this home	0.7 mi
2/10	Pittsburgh Brashear High School Public9 to 12 Serves this home	0.7 mi
NR	Pittsburgh Conroy PublicK to 12 Choice school	2.8 mi
NR	Pittsburgh Pioneer PublicK to 12 Choice school	1.1 mi
6/10	Pittsburgh Dilworth K-5 PublicPK to 5 Choice school	7.0 mi
NR	Therapeutic Learning Center - Familylinks PrivateK to 5 Nearby school	0.7 mi

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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Nearby home values

Address	Sold price	Beds	Baths	Sqft	Lot (Sqft)
This home: 1538 Rutherford Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15216	$220,000	3	2	1,188	3,001
1540 Rutherford Avenue, Beechview, PA 15216	$80,000	3	1	–	–
1536 Rutherford Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15216	$159,000	4	2	1,204	–
1542 Rutherford Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15216	$154,000	3	2	1,176	–
1534 Rutherford Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15216	$1,265	2	1	632	3,000
1544 Rutherford Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15216	$190,000	3	1	–	3,001
1532 Rutherford Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15216	$200,000	2	2	–	3,001
1531 Belasco Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15216	$936	–	–	–	3,000
1546 Rutherford Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15216	$82,000	2	1	1,000	3,000
1527 Belasco Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15216	$17,600	–	–	–	3,000
1537 Rutherford Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15216	$155,000	3	2	1,248	3,001
1541 Rutherford Avenue, Beechview, PA 15216	$54,000	4	1	–	–
1535 Rutherford Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15216	$21,000	2	1	1,000	3,000
1548 Rutherford Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15216	$101,500	2	1	1,423	3,001
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