163 Universal Rd

Pittsburgh, PA 15235

$156,000
Last Sold Price
4
Beds
1,772 Sq. Ft.
$88 / Sq. Ft.
1,772
Sq. Ft.
$88
per Sq. Ft.
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Sold 3/20/26
Sold 3/20/26

Description

Step into this LARGE and welcoming home, offering oversized rooms filled with natural light and endless possibilities. Freshly updated paint and new carpet create a cozy atmosphere, ready for you to make it your own. The HUGE YARD is a true retreat, featuring a LARGE FENCED-IN AREA with even more land extending to the huge lower yard level where you will find a detached garage that is full of potential. The sunroom / breakfast nook invites you to relax and enjoy peaceful mornings, leading effortlessly...Step into this LARGE and welcoming home, offering oversized rooms filled with natural light and endless possibilities. Freshly updated paint and new carpet create a cozy atmosphere, ready for you to make it your own. The HUGE YARD is a true retreat, featuring a LARGE FENCED-IN AREA with even more land extending to the huge lower yard level where you will find a detached garage that is full of potential. The sunroom / breakfast nook invites you to relax and enjoy peaceful mornings, leading effortlessly onto a spacious deck with views of the expansive yard. Downstairs, the abnormally high ceilings of the basement offer fantastic potential for a finished space—whether you envision a family room, home theater, or personal gym. This home combines space, comfort, and opportunity, making it a must-see! Virtual tour available!
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Property Details for 163 Universal Road

Style
3 or More Stories
LISTING UPDATED: 03/29/2026 09:47 AM

Property Details for 163 Universal Road

StatusSold
MLS #1702405
Days on Market302
Taxes$2,786 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Residence/Single Family
Year Built1938
Lot Size0.57 AC / 24,999 SF
CountyAllegheny County
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Location

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Sold By COLDWELL BANKER REALTY

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Building Information for 163 Universal Road

Stories-Year Built1938Building Size-Lot Size0.57 AC / 24,999 SF

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$1,018 per month

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Principal and Interest

$786

Property Taxes

$232

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 163 Universal Road

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: Hey Google!
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Map Num Block Num Lot Num Info: 0449-L-00165-0000-00
  • Taxes: $2,786
School Information
  • School District: Penn Hills
Property
Lot Information
  • Acres: 0.5739
  • Lot Size: 0.5739
  • Acres Source: Seller
  • Sq Ft Total: 1772.0
  • Type of Property: Residence/Single Family
  • Area: Penn Hills
Property and Assessments
  • New Construction Type: Existing
  • Year Built Numeric: 1938
  • Disclaimer: Information Deemed Reliable, But Not Guaranteed
  • Photo Count: 43
Interior and Exterior Features
Interior Features
  • Baths Full: 1
  • Baths Total: 1.0
Rental
Rental Information
  • Tenant Occupied: No

Property History for 163 Universal Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Mar 20, 2026

Sold

WPMLS #1702405

$156,000—
Mar 19, 2026

Pending

WPMLS #1702405

—
Feb 10, 2026

In Contract

WPMLS #1702405

—
Feb 8, 2026

Listed (Active)

WPMLS #1702405

—
Jan 31, 2026

In Contract

WPMLS #1702405

—
Oct 21, 2025

Price Change

WPMLS #1702405

$164,900—
Oct 11, 2025

Price Change

WPMLS #1702405

$174,900—
Aug 4, 2025

Price Change

WPMLS #1702405

$179,000—
May 21, 2025

Listed (Active)

WPMLS #1702405

$189,000—
Mar 5, 2021

Sold

WPMLS #1482987

$105,000—
Feb 23, 2021

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1470474053

$105,000

+7.5% / yr

Jan 28, 2021

In Contract

WPMLS #1482987

—
Jan 28, 2021

Pending

WPMLS #1482987

—
Jan 28, 2021

In Contract

WPMLS #1482987

—
Jan 21, 2021

Listed (Active)

WPMLS #1482987

$114,900—
Apr 13, 2020

Expired

WPMLS #1390120

—
Feb 24, 2020

Withdrawn

WPMLS #1390120

—
Dec 16, 2019

In Contract

WPMLS #1390120

—
Dec 16, 2019

Temporarily Off Market

WPMLS #1390120

—
Dec 16, 2019

Pending

WPMLS #1390120

—
Nov 27, 2019

Price Change

WPMLS #1390120

$72,500—
Jun 19, 2019

Price Change

WPMLS #1390120

$73,500—
Apr 14, 2019

Listed (Active)

WPMLS #1390120

$83,500—
May 10, 2017

Expired

WPMLS #1222715

—
May 10, 2016

Listed (Active)

WPMLS #1222715

$650,000—
Jan 24, 2014

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #409960497

$63,000

+667.3% / yr

Oct 24, 2013

Sold

WPMLS #973484

$29,500—
Sep 10, 2013

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #371141673

$29,500

+289327880.8% / yr

Aug 30, 2013

Pending

WPMLS #973484

—
Jul 30, 2013

Listed (Active)

WPMLS #973484

$34,900—
Jul 1, 2013

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #365206552

$1,636

-49.9% / yr

Aug 25, 2008

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #266556862

$46,500—
Jun 27, 2007

Sold

WPMLS #660947

$46,500—
Jun 18, 2007

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #223925150

$46,500—
May 24, 2007

Pending

WPMLS #660947

—
Feb 28, 2007

Listed (Active)

WPMLS #660947

$57,500—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
03/20/2026

Sold

WPMLS #1702405

$156,000
03/19/2026

Pending

WPMLS #1702405

—
02/10/2026

In Contract

WPMLS #1702405

—
02/08/2026

Listed (Active)

WPMLS #1702405

—
01/31/2026

In Contract

WPMLS #1702405

—
10/21/2025

Price Change

WPMLS #1702405

$164,900
10/11/2025

Price Change

WPMLS #1702405

$174,900
08/04/2025

Price Change

WPMLS #1702405

$179,000
05/21/2025

Listed (Active)

WPMLS #1702405

$189,000
03/05/2021

Sold

WPMLS #1482987

$105,000
02/23/2021

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1470474053

$105,000

+7.5% / yr

01/28/2021

In Contract

WPMLS #1482987

—
01/28/2021

Pending

WPMLS #1482987

—
01/28/2021

In Contract

WPMLS #1482987

—
01/21/2021

Listed (Active)

WPMLS #1482987

$114,900
04/13/2020

Expired

WPMLS #1390120

—
02/24/2020

Withdrawn

WPMLS #1390120

—
12/16/2019

In Contract

WPMLS #1390120

—
12/16/2019

Temporarily Off Market

WPMLS #1390120

—
12/16/2019

Pending

WPMLS #1390120

—
11/27/2019

Price Change

WPMLS #1390120

$72,500
06/19/2019

Price Change

WPMLS #1390120

$73,500
04/14/2019

Listed (Active)

WPMLS #1390120

$83,500
05/10/2017

Expired

WPMLS #1222715

—
05/10/2016

Listed (Active)

WPMLS #1222715

$650,000
01/24/2014

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #409960497

$63,000

+667.3% / yr

10/24/2013

Sold

WPMLS #973484

$29,500
09/10/2013

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #371141673

$29,500

+289327880.8% / yr

08/30/2013

Pending

WPMLS #973484

—
07/30/2013

Listed (Active)

WPMLS #973484

$34,900
07/01/2013

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #365206552

$1,636

-49.9% / yr

08/25/2008

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #266556862

$46,500
06/27/2007

Sold

WPMLS #660947

$46,500
06/18/2007

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #223925150

$46,500
05/24/2007

Pending

WPMLS #660947

—
02/28/2007

Listed (Active)

WPMLS #660947

$57,500

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

Public Records for 163 Universal Road

Taxable ValueLand$13,800Additions$52,900Total$66,700
Tax Record2025$3,000 ($250 / month)
Home Facts
Beds5Baths1.5Total Finished SqFt1,694 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,694 SqFtStories2Lot Size25,000 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1938CountyALLEGHENYAPN449-L-165

Schools near 163 Universal Road

This home is within Penn Hills School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Penn Hills Elementary School
Public - K to 5
Linton Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Penn Hills Senior High School
Public - 9 to 12
St Bartholomew School
Private - PK to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Penn Hills Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Linton Middle School
Public6 to 8

Penn Hills Senior High School
Public9 to 12

St Bartholomew School
PrivatePK 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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