5642 Solway St

1,692 Sq. Ft.
$266 / Sq. Ft.
1,692
Sq. Ft.
$266
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Ideally located within walking distance to the vibrant Squirrel Hill business district, this beautifully updated home offers the perfect blend of style, comfort, and everyday convenience. Enjoy easy access to popular cafes, restaurants, shops, and grocery stores just moments from your door. Covered front porch is a perfect spot for enjoying your favorite beverage, reading book/tablet, chatting with neighbors. Step inside to a bright and inviting living space featuring an open, airy layout, abundant...Ideally located within walking distance to the vibrant Squirrel Hill business district, this beautifully updated home offers the perfect blend of style, comfort, and everyday convenience. Enjoy easy access to popular cafes, restaurants, shops, and grocery stores just moments from your door. Covered front porch is a perfect spot for enjoying your favorite beverage, reading book/tablet, chatting with neighbors. Step inside to a bright and inviting living space featuring an open, airy layout, abundant natural light, and stylish modern finishes. The home has been thoughtfully updated with newer kitchen, renovated bathroom and powder room, new flooring, fresh paint, and contemporary lighting and new boiler etc, creating a warm yet sophisticated atmosphere throughout. Extra large master bedroom with 4 closets is another desirable feature. Detached garage provides rare and valuable parking in this highly admired neighborhood. Just steps away, enjoy a beautifully maintained neighborhood park featuring playgrounds, open green space, walking paths, and picnic areas—perfect for outdoor enjoyment and community living. Move-in ready and full of charm, this home is a wonderful opportunity to enjoy one of Pittsburgh’s most sought-after locations.
  1. Listed by KELLER WILLIAMS STEEL CITY

Property Details for 5642 Solway Street

Parking Spaces
1
Architecture
Tudor
Style
2 Story or 2 Level
Cooling
Window A/C
LISTING UPDATED: 04/27/2026 06:01 PM

Property Details for 5642 Solway Street

StatusActive
MLS #1750040
Days on Market11
Taxes$3,874 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeTownhouse
MLS TypeResidential / Townhouse
Year Built1928
Lot Size0.03 AC / 1,441 SF
CountyAllegheny County

Location

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Building Information for 5642 Solway Street

Stories-Residences-Year Built1928Lot Size0.03 AC / 1,441 SF

Payment Calculator

$2,589 per month

30 year fixed, 6.46% Interest

Principal and Interest

$2,266

Property Taxes

$323

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 5642 Solway Street

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: Solway between S Negley & Wightman, near Wightman School
  • Public Transportation: Yes
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Map Num Block Num Lot Num Info: 86-B-256 & 86-B-256-A
  • Taxes: $3,874
School Information
  • School District: Pittsburgh
  • School Transportation: Yes
Parking
  • Parking Description: Detached Garage
Property
Lot Information
  • Acres: 0.0331
  • Lot Size: 0.0331
  • Acres Source: Tax Record
  • Sq Ft Total: 1692.0
  • Type of Property: Townhouse
  • Area: Squirrel Hill
  • Construction: Brick, Stucco
Property and Assessments
  • New Construction Type: Existing
  • Year Built Numeric: 1928
  • Disclaimer: Information Deemed Reliable, But Not Guaranteed
  • Photo Count: 28
Utilities
  • Sewage: Public
  • Water: Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Roof: Other
Interior Features
  • Room Count: 6
  • Basement Access: Walk Up
  • Baths Full: 1
  • Baths Full Locations: Upper
  • Baths Half: 1
  • Baths Partial Locations: Main
  • Baths Total: 1.1
  • Inclusions: Dishwasher, Gas Stove, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer
  • Floors: Ceramic Tile, Other
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Description: Full
  • Heating Type: Gas
  • Heating: Hot Water
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room and Features: Living Room-Main, Kitchen-Main, Primary Bedroom-Upper, 2nd Bedroom-Upper, Dining Room-Main, 3rd Bedroom-Upper
  • Room List: Living Room, Kitchen, Primary Bedroom, 2nd Bedroom, Dining Room, 3rd Bedroom
Room Information
Room 1
  • Room Level 1: Main
  • Room Size 1: 18x15
  • Room Type 1: Living Room
Room 2
  • Room Level 2: Main
  • Room Size 2: 15x12
  • Room Type 2: Dining Room
Room 3
  • Room Level 3: Main
  • Room Size 3: 10x09
  • Room Type 3: Kitchen
Room 4
  • Room Level 4: Upper
  • Room Size 4: 20x14
  • Room Type 4: Primary Bedroom
Room 5
  • Room Level 5: Upper
  • Room Size 5: 12x11
  • Room Type 5: 2nd Bedroom
Room 6
  • Room Level 6: Upper
  • Room Size 6: 10x10
  • Room Type 6: 3rd Bedroom
Rental
Rental Information
  • Tenant Occupied: No

Property History for 5642 Solway Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Apr 23, 2026

Listed (Active)

WPMLS #1750040

$450,000
Jun 8, 2016

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #574396949

$250,000
Jun 8, 2016

Sold

WPMLS #1220206

$250,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
04/23/2026

Listed (Active)

WPMLS #1750040

$450,000
06/08/2016

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #574396949

$250,000
06/08/2016

Sold

WPMLS #1220206

$250,000

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

Public Records for 5642 Solway Street

Taxable ValueLand$2,900Additions$1,300Total$4,200
Tax Record2025$104 ($9 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Lot Size208 SqFtStyleMiscellaneous ResidentialCountyALLEGHENYAPN86-B-256-A

Schools near 5642 Solway Street

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

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5642 Solway Street is a townhouse for sale in Pittsburgh, PA 15217. This property was listed for sale on April 23, 2026 by KELLER WILLIAMS STEEL CITY, it's currently listed at $450,000. It has been on the market for a total of 11 days and was last sold on June 8, 2016. This listing's school district is Pittsburgh Public Schools. Nearby schools include Pittsburgh Colfax K-8, Pittsburgh Allderdice High School and Pittsburgh Linden K-5. 5642 Solway Street is a 3-bed, 2-bath, 1,692 sqft townhouse built in 1928.

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