512 Backbone Road

Sold 9/22/16
Sold 9/22/16
Exterior Front.
Exterior Front.
Exterior Front.
Exterior Front.
Entry/Foyer.
Entry/Foyer.
Living Room.
Other.
Kitchen.
Kitchen.
Den/Family/Great Room.
Dining Room.
Dining Room.
Basement/Game Room.
Other.
Other.
Master Bedroom.
Master Bedroom.
Master Bath/Spa.
Full Bath.
Full Bath.
Yard/Garden.
Patio/Deck.
Patio/Deck.
Exterior Back.
Last Sold Price
$910,000
5 beds
512 Backbone RdSewickley Heights, PA15143

Description

Impressive and unique estate in the heart of Sewickley Heights affectionately known as "The Stables". Situated on almost 6 acres, this 5 bedroom, 3.5 bath home has all the original detail and amazing charm. More notable features include a new very expensive engineered slate roof, updated baths, an oversized master suite with attached sitting, den, and dressing areas, all under beamed-cathedral ceilings and numerous double doors, separate guest cottage, 5 car garage, and a wood carved staircase in...Impressive and unique estate in the heart of Sewickley Heights affectionately known as "The Stables". Situated on almost 6 acres, this 5 bedroom, 3.5 bath home has all the original detail and amazing charm. More notable features include a new very expensive engineered slate roof, updated baths, an oversized master suite with attached sitting, den, and dressing areas, all under beamed-cathedral ceilings and numerous double doors, separate guest cottage, 5 car garage, and a wood carved staircase in a silo library.
LISTING CLOSED: 09/22/2016 12:00 AM

  1. Listed by COLDWELL BANKER REAL ESTATE

Property Details for 512 Backbone Road

Status
Sold
MLS #
1221959
Days on Market
81
Taxes
$28,989 / year
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
Single Family
MLS Type
Residential / Residence/Single Family
Year Built
1907
Lot Size
5.68 AC / 247,420 SF
County
Allegheny County
Parking Spaces
6
Architecture
Other
Style
2 Story or 2 Level
Cooling
Central
Pool
No
Subdivision Name
"The Stables"
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Building Information for 512 Backbone Road

Stories-Year Built1907Building Size-Lot Size5.68 AC / 247,420 SF

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Property Information for 512 Backbone Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Postal Code: 15143
  • County Or Parish: Allegheny-North
  • County M 360: Allegheny
  • State Or Province: Pennsylvania
  • Directions: From the Village, Beaver Road to Blackburn to L on Backbone. Driveway on the Left
  • Public Transportation: No
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Map Num Block Num Lot Num Info: 603-P-216
  • Taxes: $28,989
School Information
  • School District: Quaker Valley
  • School Transportation: Yes
Parking
  • Parking Description: Detached Garage
Property
Lot Information
  • Acres: 5.68
  • Lot Size: 5.68
  • Type of Property: Residence/Single Family
  • Area: Sewickley Heights
  • Construction: Frame, Stone
Property and Assessments
  • New Construction Type: Existing
  • Year Built Numeric: 1907
  • Disclaimer: Information Deemed Reliable, But Not Guaranteed
  • Photo Count: 25
Utilities
  • Sewage: Septic Tank
  • Water: Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Roof: Slate
Interior Features
  • Room Count: 13
  • Basement Access: Walk Out
  • Baths Full: 3
  • Baths Full Locations: Upper
  • Baths Half: 1
  • Baths Partial Locations: Main
  • Baths Total: 3.1
  • Fireplace Description: Inspect
  • Fireplaces: 3
  • Inclusions: Auto Door on Garage, Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Stove, Jet Spray Tub, Refrigerator
  • Floors: Hard Wood, Wall to Wall
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Description: full
  • Heating Type: Gas
  • Heating: Hot Water
  • Room and Features: 2nd Bedroom-Upper, 3rd Bedroom-Upper, 4th Bedroom-Upper, 5th Bedroom-Upper, Dining Room-Main, Entry-Main, Family Room-Main, Game Room-Main, Kitchen-Main, Laundry Room-Main, Living Room-Main, Master Bedroom-Upper, DEN-Upper
  • Room List: 2nd Bedroom, 3rd Bedroom, 4th Bedroom, 5th Bedroom, Dining Room, Entry, Family Room, Game Room, Kitchen, Laundry Room, Living Room, Master Bedroom, DEN
Room Information
Room 1
  • Room Level 1: Upper
  • Room Size 1: 20x16
  • Room Type 1: 2nd Bedroom
Room 2
  • Room Level 2: Upper
  • Room Size 2: 20x12
  • Room Type 2: 3rd Bedroom
Room 3
  • Room Level 3: Upper
  • Room Size 3: 15x14
  • Room Type 3: 4th Bedroom
Room 4
  • Room Level 4: Upper
  • Room Size 4: 15x14
  • Room Type 4: 5th Bedroom
Room 5
  • Room Level 5: Main
  • Room Size 5: 27x12
  • Room Type 5: Dining Room
Room 6
  • Room Level 6: Main
  • Room Size 6: 16x12
  • Room Type 6: Entry
Room 7
  • Room Level 7: Main
  • Room Size 7: 27x13
  • Room Type 7: Family Room
Room 8
  • Room Level 8: Main
  • Room Size 8: 40x28
  • Room Type 8: Game Room
Room 9
  • Room Level 9: Main
  • Room Size 9: 31x9
  • Room Type 9: Kitchen
Room 10
  • Room Level 10: Main
  • Room Size 10: 15x18
  • Room Type 10: Laundry Room
Room 11
  • Room Level 11: Main
  • Room Size 11: 26x23
  • Room Type 11: Living Room
Room 12
  • Room Level 12: Upper
  • Room Size 12: 27x21
  • Room Type 12: Master Bedroom
Room 13
  • Room Level 13: Upper
  • Room Size 13: 25x13
  • Room Type 13: DEN
Rental
Rental Information
  • Tenant Occupied: No

Property History for 512 Backbone Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Sep 22, 2016

Sold

WPMLS #1221959

$910,000—
Sep 19, 2016

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #581074895

$910,000—
Jul 27, 2016

Pending

WPMLS #1221959

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DateEvent & SourcePrice
09/22/2016

Sold

WPMLS #1221959

$910,000
09/19/2016

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #581074895

$910,000
07/27/2016

Pending

WPMLS #1221959

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Public Records for 512 Backbone Road

Taxable ValueLand$324,100Additions$421,000Total$745,100
Tax Record2026$25,337 ($2,111 / month)
Home Facts
Beds5Baths3.5Total Finished SqFt7,766 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt7,766 SqFtStories2Lot Size247,595 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1910CountyALLEGHENYAPN603-P-216Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 512 Backbone Road

This home is within Quaker Valley School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Edgeworth Elementary School
Public - K to 5
Quaker Valley Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Quaker Valley High School
Public - 9 to 12
Osborne Elementary School
Public - K to 5
Rating
School
Distance
Edgeworth Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Quaker Valley Middle School
Public6 to 8

Quaker Valley High School
Public9 to 12

Osborne Elementary School
PublicK to 5

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