187 42nd St

Pittsburgh, PA 15201

$384,000
Price
2
Beds
1,320 Sq. Ft.
$291 / Sq. Ft.
1,320
Sq. Ft.
$291
per Sq. Ft.
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Contingent
Contingent
a front view of a house with many windows
a view of entryway with livingroom
a living room with furniture and a flat screen tv
a living room with furniture a flat screen tv and a fireplace
a living room with furniture a rug and a window
a kitchen with granite countertop a refrigerator stove top oven and sink
a kitchen with stainless steel appliances granite countertop a stove sink and cabinets
a large kitchen with wooden floors and wooden cabinets
a kitchen with stainless steel appliances granite countertop a stove and a sink
a bedroom with a large bed and a chandelier
a bedroom with a bed and a night stand
a view of livingroom with hallway and wooden floor
a view of a livingroom with wooden floor a ceiling fan and windows
a balcony with wooden floor
a bathroom with a granite countertop sink a mirror and a shower
a bedroom with a bed and a television
a bedroom with a bed and a flat tv screen on the dresser
a bedroom with a large bed and a wooden floor
a view of staircase with white walls and wooden floor
a view of a hallway with wooden floor and a window
a bathroom with a sink a toilet and a mirror
a utility room with dryer and washer
a view of a house with an empty space
a view of a door of the house
a view of outdoor space and front door
a view of door

Description

Discover city living at its best at 187 42nd Street in the heart of Lawrenceville! This charming 2-bedroom, 1.5-bathhome offers spacious bedrooms, central air, and the rare convenience of off-street parking—an incredible bonus for this location. The bright second-floor flex space opens to a private balcony, making it perfect for a home office, reading nook, or creative studio. Enjoy an unbeatable location just steps from Lawrenceville’s popular restaurants, coffee shops, boutiques, and everyday amenities....Discover city living at its best at 187 42nd Street in the heart of Lawrenceville! This charming 2-bedroom, 1.5-bathhome offers spacious bedrooms, central air, and the rare convenience of off-street parking—an incredible bonus for this location. The bright second-floor flex space opens to a private balcony, making it perfect for a home office, reading nook, or creative studio. Enjoy an unbeatable location just steps from Lawrenceville’s popular restaurants, coffee shops, boutiques, and everyday amenities. Whether you're relaxing at home or exploring one of Pittsburgh’s most sought-after neighborhoods, this property delivers comfort, convenience, and lifestyle in one fantastic package.
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Property Details for 187 42nd Street

Parking Spaces
1
Architecture
Row
Style
3 or More Stories
Cooling
Central
Pool
No
LISTING UPDATED: 04/12/2026 08:45 PM

Property Details for 187 42nd Street

StatusContingent
MLS #1742884
Days on Market34
Taxes$1,539 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Residence/Single Family
Year Built1932
Lot Size0.02 AC / 927 SF
CountyAllegheny County
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Location

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Building Information for 187 42nd Street

Stories-Year Built1932Building Size-Lot Size0.02 AC / 927 SF

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$2,062 per month

30 year fixed, 6.46% Interest

Principal and Interest

$1,934

Property Taxes

$128

HOA Dues

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Property Information for 187 42nd Street

Summary
Location and General Information
  • City Name: Pittsburgh
  • Postal Code: 15201
  • County Or Parish: Allegheny-East
  • County M 360: Allegheny
  • State Or Province: Pennsylvania
  • Public Transportation: Yes
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Map Num Block Num Lot Num Info: 0049-B-00096-0000-00
  • Taxes: $1,539
School Information
  • School District: Pittsburgh
  • School Transportation: Yes
Parking
  • Parking Description: Off-Street Parking
Property
Lot Information
  • Acres: 0.0213
  • Lot Size: 0.0213
  • Acres Source: Tax Record
  • Sq Ft Total: 1320.0
  • Type of Property: Residence/Single Family
  • Area: Lawrenceville
  • Construction: Frame
Property and Assessments
  • New Construction Type: Existing
  • Home Warranty Incl: No
  • Year Built Numeric: 1932
  • Disclaimer: Information Deemed Reliable, But Not Guaranteed
  • Photo Count: 26
Utilities
  • Sewage: Public
  • Water: Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Roof: Asphalt
Interior Features
  • Basement Access: Interior Only
  • Baths Full: 1
  • Baths Full Locations: Upper
  • Baths Half: 1
  • Baths Partial Locations: Basement
  • Baths Total: 1.1
  • Fireplace Description: Decor
  • Fireplaces: 3
  • Inclusions: Dishwasher, Electric Stove, Microwave Oven, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer
  • Floors: Other
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Description: Unfin
  • Insulation: Unknown
  • Heating Type: Gas
  • Heating: Forced Air
Rental
Rental Information
  • Tenant Occupied: No

Property History for 187 42nd Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Apr 12, 2026

In Contract

WPMLS #1742884

—
Mar 9, 2026

Listed (Active)

WPMLS #1742884

$384,000—
Oct 31, 2024

Sold

WPMLS #1662068

$358,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
04/12/2026

In Contract

WPMLS #1742884

—
03/09/2026

Listed (Active)

WPMLS #1742884

$384,000
10/31/2024

Sold

WPMLS #1662068

$358,000

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Public Records for 187 42nd Street

Taxable ValueLand$35,900Additions$143,500Total$179,400
Tax Record2025$4,438 ($370 / month)
Home Facts
Beds2Baths1Total Finished SqFt1,320 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,320 SqFtStories2Lot Size928 SqFtStyleCondominiumYear Built1932CountyALLEGHENYAPN49-B-96

Schools near 187 42nd Street

This home is within Pittsburgh Public Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Pittsburgh Arsenal K-5
Public - PK to 5
Pittsburgh Arsenal 6-8
Public - 6 to 8
Pittsburgh Milliones 6-12
Public - 6 to 12
Pittsburgh Montessori K-8
Public - PK to 5
Rating
School
Distance
Pittsburgh Arsenal K-5
PublicPK to 5

Pittsburgh Arsenal 6-8
Public6 to 8

Pittsburgh Milliones 6-12
Public6 to 12

Pittsburgh Montessori K-8
PublicPK to 5

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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