Sold
Last Sold Price
5 beds3,153 sqft
5500 Darlington Rd, Pittsburgh, PA 15217
Single FamilyProperty Type
0.11 acresLot Size
1922Year Built
$387/sq ftPrice per sq ft
2 carsParking Spaces

Description

Beautifully updated and move-in ready, this spacious 5-bedroom, 4.5-bath home offers an exceptional combination of location, comfort, and functionality. Situated just one block from Schenley Park and the Bob O’Connor Golf Course, one block from the 61 bus lines to Oakland and Downtown, and two blocks from Bartlett Playground and the shops and restaurants of Squirrel Hill, the home is walkable to CMU and Pitt. Inside, generous living spaces make both everyday life and entertaining effortless. The...Beautifully updated and move-in ready, this spacious 5-bedroom, 4.5-bath home offers an exceptional combination of location, comfort, and functionality. Situated just one block from Schenley Park and the Bob O’Connor Golf Course, one block from the 61 bus lines to Oakland and Downtown, and two blocks from Bartlett Playground and the shops and restaurants of Squirrel Hill, the home is walkable to CMU and Pitt. Inside, generous living spaces make both everyday life and entertaining effortless. The large kitchen opens to inviting dining and living areas with hardwood floors, while a sought-after mudroom and welcoming foyer help keep the household organized. Upstairs, the primary suite comfortably accommodates a king-size bed and features custom closet organization and a renovated en-suite bathroom with a spacious two-person shower. Three additional bedrooms offer room for queen-size beds, while a fifth bedroom is ideal as a home office. The expansive top floor enjoys beautiful views and serves equally well as a private guest suite, home office, or retreat, complete with a clawfoot tub and cozy reading nook. The fully renovated lower level includes a bright, flexible living or recreation room, full bathroom, generous laundry room, abundant storage, and direct access to the backyard. Outside, the private backyard accommodates a playset, basketball games, outdoor dining and parties, and deer-free gardening. The surrounding community is welcoming and friendly with annual block parties. Offering remarkable space and thoughtful updates in one of Pittsburgh’s most desirable locations, this home is a Pittsburgh gem.
Listing closed: 06/29/2026 12:00 AM • Source: WPMLS, MLS#: 1755611

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Property Information for 5500 Darlington Road

Property Details
  • Taxes: $2,833 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential / Residence/Single Family
  • Parking Spaces: 2
  • Style: 3 or More Stories
  • Cooling: Electric
  • Subdivision Name: Not in a Subdivision
Building Information
  • Year Built: 1922
  • Lot Size: 0.11 AC / 4,626 SF
Summary
Location and General Information
  • City Name: Pittsburgh
  • Postal Code: 15217
  • County Or Parish: Allegheny-East
  • County M 360: Allegheny
  • State Or Province: Pennsylvania
  • Directions: From Forbes Ave, turn onton Murdoch Rd. Then onto Darlington Rd, property will be on the right.
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Map Num Block Num Lot Num Info: 0086-J-00054-0000-00
  • Taxes: $2,833
School Information
  • School District: Pittsburgh
Parking
  • Parking Description: Detached Garage
Property
Lot Information
  • Acres: 0.1062
  • Lot Size: 0.1062
  • Acres Source: Tax Record
  • Sq Ft Total: 3153.0
  • Type of Property: Residence/Single Family
  • Area: Squirrel Hill
  • Construction: Brick
Property and Assessments
  • New Construction Type: Existing
  • Year Built Numeric: 1922
  • Disclaimer: Information Deemed Reliable, But Not Guaranteed
  • Photo Count: 45
Utilities
  • Sewage: Public
  • Water: Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Roof: Tile
Interior Features
  • Room Count: 12
  • Basement Access: Walk Up
  • Baths Full: 4
  • Baths Full Locations: Lower, Upper
  • Baths Half: 1
  • Baths Partial Locations: Main
  • Baths Total: 4.1
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Inclusions: Auto Door on Garage, Dishwasher, Disposal, Multi-Pane Windows, Pantry, Refrigerator, Screens, Storm Windows, Window Treatments
  • Floors: Tile
  • Basement: Yes
  • Insulation: Yes
  • Heating Type: Gas
  • Room and Features: 3rd Bedroom-Upper, 4th Bedroom-Upper, 5th Bedroom-Upper, Laundry Room-Basement, Primary Bedroom-Upper, 2nd Bedroom-Upper, Living Room-Main, Dining Room-Main, Kitchen-Main, Entry-Main, Family Room-Basement
  • Room List: 3rd Bedroom, 4th Bedroom, 5th Bedroom, Laundry Room, Primary Bedroom, 2nd Bedroom, Living Room, Dining Room, Kitchen, Entry, Family Room
Room Information
Room 1
  • Room Level 1: Main
  • Room Size 1: 21x13
  • Room Type 1: Living Room
Room 2
  • Room Level 2: Main
  • Room Size 2: 16x15
  • Room Type 2: Dining Room
Room 3
  • Room Level 3: Main
  • Room Size 3: 14x13
  • Room Type 3: Kitchen
Room 4
  • Room Level 4: Main
  • Room Size 4: 6x5
  • Room Type 4: Entry
Room 5
  • Room Level 5: Main
  • Room Size 5: 9x8
  • Room Type 5: Entry
Room 6
  • Room Level 6: Upper
  • Room Size 6: 14x14
  • Room Type 6: Primary Bedroom
Room 7
  • Room Level 7: Upper
  • Room Size 7: 14x12
  • Room Type 7: 2nd Bedroom
Room 8
  • Room Level 8: Upper
  • Room Size 8: 13x12
  • Room Type 8: 3rd Bedroom
Room 9
  • Room Level 9: Upper
  • Room Size 9: 13x9
  • Room Type 9: 4th Bedroom
Room 10
  • Room Level 10: Upper
  • Room Size 10: 28x12
  • Room Type 10: 5th Bedroom
Room 11
  • Room Level 11: Basement
  • Room Size 11: 15x14
  • Room Type 11: Laundry Room
Room 12
  • Room Level 12: Basement
  • Room Size 12: 21x19
  • Room Type 12: Family Room
Rental
Rental Information
  • Tenant Occupied: No

Property History for 5500 Darlington Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jun 29, 2026

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1944292665

$1,220,605

+9.2% / yr

Jun 29, 2026

Sold

WPMLS #1755611

$1,220,605
Jun 2, 2026

Pending

WPMLS #1755611

DateEvent & SourcePrice
06/29/2026

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1944292665

$1,220,605

+9.2% / yr

06/29/2026

Sold

WPMLS #1755611

$1,220,605
06/02/2026

Pending

WPMLS #1755611

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Public Records for 5500 Darlington Road

Taxable ValueLand$96,300Additions$353,300Total$449,600
Tax Record2026$2,891 ($241 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths4.5Total Finished SqFt3,153 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,153 SqFtStories2Lot Size4,625 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1922Year Renovated1922CountyALLEGHENYAPN0086-J-00054-0000-00

Schools near 5500 Darlington Road

This home is within Pittsburgh Public Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - K to 5
Public - K to 5
Rating
School
Distance
Pittsburgh Colfax K-8
PublicK to 8

Pittsburgh Allderdice High School
Public9 to 12

Pittsburgh Linden K-5
PublicK to 5

Pittsburgh Liberty K-5
PublicK 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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