1841 Universal Road

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$499,000

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6 beds2 baths

1841 Universal Rd, Pittsburgh, PA 15235

OtherProperty Type

2.78 acresLot Size

1900Year Built

Description

This 2.78-acre commercial property offers exceptional land value paired with a fully renovated office building, making it an ideal opportunity for an owner-occupant or investor seeking long-term upside, flexibility, and future expansion potential. Positioned along a high-visibility corridor with approximately 12,500 vehicles per day, the site benefits from strong daily traffic exposure and ample on-site parking, enhancing both usability and redevelopment potential. The all-brick, two-story building...This 2.78-acre commercial property offers exceptional land value paired with a fully renovated office building, making it an ideal opportunity for an owner-occupant or investor seeking long-term upside, flexibility, and future expansion potential. Positioned along a high-visibility corridor with approximately 12,500 vehicles per day, the site benefits from strong daily traffic exposure and ample on-site parking, enhancing both usability and redevelopment potential. The all-brick, two-story building has been extensively updated, including a brand-new roof installed in April 2025 and a complete interior renovation. Improvements include new flooring, modern lighting, and a redesigned office layout focused on efficiency and functionality. The space offers four private offices upstairs and additional office space on the lower level, totaling approximately 8 work areas. The bottom level includes two full bathrooms, including one with a newly installed walk-in shower, plus a dedicated breakroom with updated appliances. A welcoming reception and waiting area, electric fireplace, cathedral ceiling, recessed lighting, and large windows provide a bright, modern professional environment. Mechanical systems include two-zone central air conditioning and two furnaces for year-round comfort and efficiency. Exterior features include approximately 12 private on-site parking spaces with easy access for employees and clients. The expansive acreage enhances usability and provides significant potential for future expansion, additional parking, or redevelopment. With minimal deferred maintenance, strong curb appeal, and a highly functional layout, this property is well-suited for professional office use, contractor operations, or service-based businesses. The combination of updated improvements and substantial land makes this a standout commercial opportunity with both immediate usability and long-term value.

107 days on Market

Listed by: • KEFALOS & ASSOC R. E.

Last updated: 09/02/2026 02:49 PM • Source: WPMLS, MLS#: 1761817

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Property Information for 1841 Universal Road

Property Details

Taxes: $7,996 / year
MLS Type: Farm-Acreage-Lot / Commercial Lot
County: Allegheny County
Style: 2 Story or 2 Level
Zoning: COMM

Building Information

Year Built: 1900
Lot Size: 2.78 AC / 121,096 SF

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: Take Rodi Rd towards Penn Hills. Turn right onto Jefferson Rd. Turn left to stay on Jefferson Rd (Jefferson Rd turns slightly right and becomes Universal Rd.) Destination will be on the left.
Frontage: 250.0

Taxes and HOA Information

Map Num Block Num Lot Num Info: 0635-E-00062-0000-00
Taxes: $7,996

School Information

School District: Penn Hills

Property

Lot Information

Acres: 2.78
Depth: 525.0

Type of Property: Commercial Lot
Area: Penn Hills
Construction: Brick

Property and Assessments

Year Built Numeric: 1900
Disclaimer: Information Deemed Reliable, But Not Guaranteed

Photo Count: 39

Utilities

Sewage: Public
Water: Public

Interior and Exterior Features

Interior Features

Baths Full: 1
Baths Full Locations: Lower

Baths Half: 1
Baths Total: 1.1
Insulation: Yes

Rental

Rental Information

Tenant Occupied: No

Property History for 1841 Universal Road

Date	Event & Source	Price	Appreciation
Jul 16, 2026	Price Change WPMLS #1761817	$499,000	—
Jun 25, 2026	Listed (Active) WPMLS #1761817	$525,000	—
Nov 1, 2021	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #1483356393	$280,000	—

Date	Event & Source	Price
07/16/2026	Price Change WPMLS #1761817	$499,000
06/25/2026	Listed (Active) WPMLS #1761817	$525,000
11/01/2021	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #1483356393	$280,000

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

Public records

1841 Universal Road

Lot Size

121,097 SqFt

Style

Office Building

Year Built

1930

Year Renovated

1930

County

ALLEGHENY

APN

0635-E-00062-0000-00

Schools near 1841 Universal Road

This home is within Penn Hills School District.


Rating	School	Type	Grades	Distance
4/10	Penn Hills Elementary School	Public - Serves this home	K to 5	1.4 mi
3/10	Linton Middle School	Public - Serves this home	6 to 8	1.3 mi
5/10	Penn Hills Senior High School	Public - Serves this home	9 to 12	1.1 mi


Rating	School	Distance
4/10	Penn Hills Elementary School PublicK to 5 Serves this home	1.4 mi
3/10	Linton Middle School Public6 to 8 Serves this home	1.3 mi
5/10	Penn Hills Senior High School Public9 to 12 Serves this home	1.1 mi

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More information about 1841 Universal Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15235

1841 Universal Road is for sale in Pittsburgh, PA 15235. This property was listed for sale on June 25, 2026 by KEFALOS & ASSOC R. E., it's currently listed at $499,000. It has been on the market for a total of 107 days and was last sold on November 1, 2021. This listing's school district is Penn Hills School District. Nearby schools include Penn Hills Elementary School, Linton Middle School and Penn Hills Senior High School. 1841 Universal Road is a 6-bed, 2-bath built in 1900.

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