169 Backbone Road

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$990,000

5 beds4 baths3,128 sqft

169 Backbone Rd, Sewickley, PA 15143

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Single FamilyProperty Type

1.09 acresLot Size

1951Year Built

$316/sq ftPrice per sq ft

2 carsParking Spaces

Description

Some homes impress you with their size, others with their setting, craftsmanship or thoughtful updates. This exceptional Bell Acres home brings all of those elements together, creating a property that feels both spacious and genuinely inviting. Inside, gorgeous hardwood floors, abundant natural light and beautiful architectural details set the tone. Oversized windows bring the outdoors in, while the open, updated kitchen serves as the heart of the home. It flows effortlessly into an enormous dining...Some homes impress you with their size, others with their setting, craftsmanship or thoughtful updates. This exceptional Bell Acres home brings all of those elements together, creating a property that feels both spacious and genuinely inviting. Inside, gorgeous hardwood floors, abundant natural light and beautiful architectural details set the tone. Oversized windows bring the outdoors in, while the open, updated kitchen serves as the heart of the home. It flows effortlessly into an enormous dining room with a gas fireplace, creating a spectacular space for everything from intimate dinners to holiday gatherings. It opens to the expansive family room, giving the main level the open, connected feel you want today while preserving the character and craftsmanship that make the home so distinctive. A spacious living room and first-floor powder room complete the main level. Upstairs, five bedrooms provide an incredible amount of space and flexibility. The primary suite includes its own private full bath, while two additional full hall baths serve the remaining bedrooms. Whether the extra rooms become bedrooms, offices, or guest spaces, this is a home designed to adapt beautifully to the way you live. The finished lower level adds yet another dimension, with generous space for relaxing, fitness area, or epic playroom. A dedicated laundry room with generous storage, plus multiple lower-level closets mean there is truly a place for everything. And then there is the property itself. The sprawling, two-tiered backyard feels wonderfully private, with a deck for outdoor dining, a pathway leading to the gazebo and steps descending to an expansive lower lawn. It is the kind of outdoor space that is increasingly difficult to find: peaceful, private and large enough for entertaining, playing, gardening or simply enjoying the setting. Tucked into the quiet, wooded surroundings of Bell Acres yet just minutes from the heart of Sewickley, this location offers the best of both worlds. Enjoy a peaceful oasis while remaining close to Sewickley Village's restaurants, shops and everyday conveniences, with easy access to Pittsburgh and the airport. Classic craftsmanship. Modern updates. Exceptional space indoors and out. This is not simply a beautiful house. It is a home that offers a level of space, privacy and livability that is truly something special.

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Listed by: • BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY THE PREFERRED REALTY

Last updated: 09/16/2026 03:20 PM • Source: WPMLS, MLS#: 1774026

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Property Information for 169 Backbone Road

Property Details

Taxes: $16,583 / year
MLS Type: Residential / Residence/Single Family
County: Allegheny County
Parking Spaces: 2
Architecture: Cape Cod
Style: 2 Story or 2 Level
Cooling: Central
Pool: No

Building Information

Year Built: 1951
Lot Size: 1.09 AC / 47,480 SF

Summary

Location and General Information

City Name: Sewickley
Postal Code: 15143

County Or Parish: Allegheny-North
County M 360: Allegheny
State Or Province: Pennsylvania

Taxes and HOA Information

Map Num Block Num Lot Num Info: 0936-M-00024-0000-00
Taxes: $16,583

School Information

School District: Quaker Valley
School Transportation: Yes

Parking

Parking Description: Attached Garage

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Property

Lot Information

Acres: 1.09
Lot Size: 183 x 111 x 237 x 10

Acres Source: Tax Record
Sq Ft Total: 3128.0
Type of Property: Residence/Single Family
Area: Bell Acres
Construction: Stone

Property and Assessments

New Construction Type: Existing
Year Built Numeric: 1951

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Photo Count: 50

Utilities

Sewage: Public
Water: Public

Interior and Exterior Features

Exterior Features

Roof: Asphalt

Interior Features

Room Count: 11
Basement Access: Walk Up

Baths Full: 3
Baths Full Locations: Upper
Baths Half: 1
Baths Partial Locations: Main
Baths Total: 3.1
Fireplace Description: gas
Fireplaces: 2
Inclusions: Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Stove, Microwave Oven, Refrigerator
Floors: Ceramic Tile, Hard Wood
Basement: Yes
Basement Description: finishd
Heating Type: Gas
Heating: Forced Air
Room Type: Living Room
Room and Features: Living Room-Main, Kitchen-Main, Family Room-Main, Dining Room-Main, Game Room-Lower, Entry-Main, Primary Bedroom-Upper, 2nd Bedroom-Upper, 3rd Bedroom-Upper, 4th Bedroom-Upper, 5th Bedroom-Upper
Room List: Living Room, Kitchen, Family Room, Dining Room, Game Room, Entry, Primary Bedroom, 2nd Bedroom, 3rd Bedroom, 4th Bedroom, 5th Bedroom

Room Information

Room 1

Room Level 1: Main
Room Size 1: 17x13

Room Type 1: Kitchen

Room 2

Room Level 2: Main
Room Size 2: 16x13

Room Type 2: Living Room

Room 3

Room Level 3: Main
Room Size 3: 22x15

Room Type 3: Family Room

Room 4

Room Level 4: Main
Room Size 4: 21x15

Room Type 4: Dining Room

Room 5

Room Level 5: Lower
Room Size 5: 31x30

Room Type 5: Game Room

Room 6

Room Level 6: Main
Room Size 6: 13x14

Room Type 6: Entry

Room 7

Room Level 7: Upper
Room Size 7: 16x15

Room Type 7: Primary Bedroom

Room 8

Room Level 8: Upper
Room Size 8: 13x12

Room Type 8: 2nd Bedroom

Room 9

Room Level 9: Upper
Room Size 9: 16x13

Room Type 9: 3rd Bedroom

Room 10

Room Level 10: Upper
Room Size 10: 13x13

Room Type 10: 4th Bedroom

Room 11

Room Level 11: Upper
Room Size 11: 12x9

Room Type 11: 5th Bedroom

Rental

Rental Information

Tenant Occupied: No

Property History for 169 Backbone Road

Date	Event & Source	Price	Appreciation
Sep 16, 2026	Listed (Active) WPMLS #1774026	$990,000	—
Jan 10, 2022	Sold WPMLS #1531132	$735,000	—
Jan 6, 2022	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #1485842734	$735,000	+5.7% / yr
Nov 22, 2021	Pending WPMLS #1531132		—
Nov 22, 2021	In Contract WPMLS #1531132		—
Nov 18, 2021	Listed (Active) WPMLS #1531132	$725,000	—
Nov 10, 2017	Sold WPMLS #1289461	$582,500	—
Oct 26, 2017	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #615176845	$582,500	+1.3% / yr
Sep 22, 2017	Pending WPMLS #1289461		—
Jul 5, 2017	Listed (Active) WPMLS #1289461	$595,000	—
Jun 24, 2017	Expired WPMLS #1230770		—
Jun 25, 2016	Listed (Active) WPMLS #1230770	$619,000	—
Jun 18, 2016	Expired WPMLS #1063619		—
Jun 19, 2015	Listed (Active) WPMLS #1063619	$704,000	—
Dec 28, 2005	Sold WPMLS #558313	$501,000	—
Dec 22, 2005	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #193853021	$501,000	—
Nov 25, 2005	Pending WPMLS #558313		—
Apr 24, 2005	Listed (Active) WPMLS #558313	$549,000	—
Dec 15, 1999	Sold WPMLS #272453	$435,000	—
Nov 4, 1999	Pending WPMLS #272453		—
Oct 18, 1999	Listed (Active) WPMLS #272453	$447,500	—
Dec 29, 1994	Sold WPMLS #83335	$350,000	—
Nov 17, 1994	Pending WPMLS #83335		—
Oct 27, 1994	Listed (Active) WPMLS #83335	$375,000	—

Date	Event & Source	Price
09/16/2026	Listed (Active) WPMLS #1774026	$990,000
01/10/2022	Sold WPMLS #1531132	$735,000
01/06/2022	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #1485842734	$735,000 +5.7% / yr
11/22/2021	Pending WPMLS #1531132	—
11/22/2021	In Contract WPMLS #1531132	—
11/18/2021	Listed (Active) WPMLS #1531132	$725,000
11/10/2017	Sold WPMLS #1289461	$582,500
10/26/2017	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #615176845	$582,500 +1.3% / yr
09/22/2017	Pending WPMLS #1289461	—
07/05/2017	Listed (Active) WPMLS #1289461	$595,000
06/24/2017	Expired WPMLS #1230770	—
06/25/2016	Listed (Active) WPMLS #1230770	$619,000
06/18/2016	Expired WPMLS #1063619	—
06/19/2015	Listed (Active) WPMLS #1063619	$704,000
12/28/2005	Sold WPMLS #558313	$501,000
12/22/2005	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #193853021	$501,000
11/25/2005	Pending WPMLS #558313	—
04/24/2005	Listed (Active) WPMLS #558313	$549,000
12/15/1999	Sold WPMLS #272453	$435,000
11/04/1999	Pending WPMLS #272453	—
10/18/1999	Listed (Active) WPMLS #272453	$447,500
12/29/1994	Sold WPMLS #83335	$350,000
11/17/1994	Pending WPMLS #83335	—
10/27/1994	Listed (Active) WPMLS #83335	$375,000

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

Public Records for 169 Backbone Road

Taxable ValueLand$102,700Additions$391,200Total$493,900

Tax Record2026$16,583 ($1,382 / month)

Home Facts

Beds4Baths3.5Total Finished SqFt3,128 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,128 SqFtStories2Lot Size31,608 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1951CountyALLEGHENYAPN936-M-24Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 169 Backbone Road

This home is within Quaker Valley School District.


Rating	School	Type	Grades	Distance
8/10	Edgeworth Elementary School	Public - Nearby school	K to 5	2.6 mi
9/10	Quaker Valley Middle School	Public - Serves this home	6 to 8	3.3 mi
10/10	Quaker Valley High School	Public - Serves this home	9 to 12	2.4 mi
8/10	Osborne Elementary School	Public - Nearby school	K to 5	3.6 mi


Rating	School	Distance
8/10	Edgeworth Elementary School PublicK to 5 Nearby school	2.6 mi
9/10	Quaker Valley Middle School Public6 to 8 Serves this home	3.3 mi
10/10	Quaker Valley High School Public9 to 12 Serves this home	2.4 mi
8/10	Osborne Elementary School PublicK to 5 Nearby school	3.6 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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More information about 169 Backbone Road, Sewickley, PA 15143

169 Backbone Road is a single family home for sale in Sewickley, PA 15143. This property was listed for sale on September 16, 2026 by BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY THE PREFERRED REALTY, it's currently listed at $990,000. It has been on the market for a total of 1 days and was last sold on January 10, 2022. This listing's school district is Quaker Valley School District. Nearby schools include Edgeworth Elementary School, Quaker Valley Middle School and Quaker Valley High School. 169 Backbone Road is a 5-bed, 4-bath, 3,128 sqft single family home built in 1951.

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