248 Ruth St

Pittsburgh, PA 15211

$278,400
Price
3
Beds
1,595 Sq. Ft.
$175 / Sq. Ft.
1,595
Sq. Ft.
$175
per Sq. Ft.
Open: 2/1 11:00AM - 02:00PM
Open: 2/1 11:00AM - 02:00PM
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Description

Tucked away on a corner lot in desirable Plum Borough, this timeless brick home welcomes you with its comfort and charm. Lovingly maintained over the years, it has received a full facelift with expertly repointed brickwork, updated baths, new flooring through the first level, a stunning custom stone fireplace, and a newer roof. The finished basement offers a second full bath, laundry hookups, ample storage, and flexible space ready to suit your needs. A detached 2-car garage connects to the home...Tucked away on a corner lot in desirable Plum Borough, this timeless brick home welcomes you with its comfort and charm. Lovingly maintained over the years, it has received a full facelift with expertly repointed brickwork, updated baths, new flooring through the first level, a stunning custom stone fireplace, and a newer roof. The finished basement offers a second full bath, laundry hookups, ample storage, and flexible space ready to suit your needs. A detached 2-car garage connects to the home through an enclosed breezeway leading directly into the sun-drenched kitchen and dining area. The garage also includes a dedicated workshop with separate entry that opens to a newly built shed—perfect for any craftsman or hobbyist. Off the living room is a bright, versatile bonus room—ready to become your office, playroom, or whatever you envision! Upstairs, you'll find 3 bedrooms, a freshly renovated full bath, and lots of storage! Don't miss this opportunity to make 248 Ruth St your new home!
  1. Listed by WEINMAN REAL ESTATE

Property Details for 248 Ruth Street

Style
2 Story or 2 Level
Cooling
Window A/C
Pool
No

Open Houses

Sunday, Feb 1st

11:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Public

LISTING UPDATED: 01/28/2026 11:07 AM

Property Details for 248 Ruth Street

StatusActive
MLS #1724144
Days on Market120
Taxes$3,893 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Residence/Single Family
Year Built1945
Lot Size0.21 AC / 9,313 SF
CountyAllegheny County

Location

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Building Information for 248 Ruth Street

Stories-Year Built1945Building Size-Lot Size0.21 AC / 9,313 SF

Payment Calculator

$1,681 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$1,357

Property Taxes

$324

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 248 Ruth Street

Summary
Location and General Information
  • City Name: Pittsburgh
  • Postal Code: 15239
  • County Or Parish: Allegheny-East
  • County M 360: Allegheny
  • State Or Province: Pennsylvania
  • Directions: GPS is accurate, corner of Ruth St and Center St.
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Map Num Block Num Lot Num Info: 0738-A-00231-0000-00
  • Taxes: $3,893
School Information
  • School District: Plum Boro
Parking
  • Parking Description: Attached Garage, Off-Street Parking
Property
Lot Information
  • Acres: 0.2138
  • Lot Size: 0.2138
  • Acres Source: Tax Record
  • Sq Ft Total: 1595.0
  • Type of Property: Residence/Single Family
  • Area: Plum Boro
  • Construction: Brick
Property and Assessments
  • New Construction Type: Existing
  • Year Built Numeric: 1945
  • Disclaimer: Information Deemed Reliable, But Not Guaranteed
  • Photo Count: 24
Utilities
  • Sewage: Public
  • Water: Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Interior Features
  • Basement Access: Interior Only
  • Baths Full: 2
  • Baths Full Locations: Basement, Upper
  • Baths Total: 2.0
  • Fireplace Description: Stone
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Inclusions: Dishwasher, Gas Stove, Microwave Oven, Refrigerator, Screens, Wall to Wall Carpet, Window A/C
  • Floors: Wall to Wall
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Description: Finishd
  • Insulation: Yes
  • Heating Type: Gas
  • Heating: Hot Water
Rental
Rental Information
  • Tenant Occupied: No

Property History for 248 Ruth Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Nov 8, 2025

Price Change

WPMLS #1724144

$278,400—
Oct 23, 2025

Price Change

WPMLS #1724144

$283,400—
Oct 4, 2025

Price Change

WPMLS #1724144

$278,400—
Oct 4, 2025

Listed (Active)

WPMLS #1724144

$289,400—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
11/08/2025

Price Change

WPMLS #1724144

$278,400
10/23/2025

Price Change

WPMLS #1724144

$283,400
10/04/2025

Price Change

WPMLS #1724144

$278,400
10/04/2025

Listed (Active)

WPMLS #1724144

$289,400

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Schools near 248 Ruth Street

This home is within Pittsburgh Public Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Pittsburgh Whittier K-5
Public - K to 5
Pittsburgh South Hills 6-8
Public - 6 to 8
Pittsburgh Brashear High School
Public - 9 to 12
Pittsburgh Online Academy
Public - 4 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Pittsburgh Whittier K-5
PublicK to 5

Pittsburgh South Hills 6-8
Public6 to 8

Pittsburgh Brashear High School
Public9 to 12

Pittsburgh Online Academy
Public4 to 12

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 248 Ruth Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15211

248 Ruth Street is a single family home for sale in Pittsburgh, PA 15211. This property was listed for sale on October 4, 2025 by WEINMAN REAL ESTATE, it's currently listed at $278,400. This listing's school district is Pittsburgh Public Schools. Nearby schools include Pittsburgh Whittier K-5, Pittsburgh South Hills 6-8 and Pittsburgh Brashear High School. 248 Ruth Street is a 3-bed, 2-bath, 1,595 sqft single family home built in 1945.

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