600 Backbone Road

Sold 8/3/26
Sold 8/3/26
A classic brick Colonial set beautifully on nearly four acres in Sewickley Heights. Its stately façade and sweeping lawn create an elegant and unforgettable first impression.
The bluestone patio creates an elegant outdoor living area framed by mature trees and the rear façade of the home. Just beyond, the raised stone-clad spa with its integrated fountain feature adds beauty, movement, and a quiet sense of retreat to the terrace.
Welcome to an incredible covered patio overlooking the fountain cascading into your spa.
The beautiful fountain that cascades into the spa directly outside the family room.
The long view across the bocce court and landscaped grounds highlights the property’s charm and thoughtful outdoor design. This is a home that lives beautifully both inside and out.
The rear elevation reveals expansive lawn space and a graceful connection to the home’s outdoor living areas. It is a setting that feels private, open, and beautifully maintained.
The foyer welcomes with herringbone floors, soft natural light, and a sweeping staircase that sets the tone for the home beyond. It is an entrance that feels both gracious and refined.
The formal living room is expansive, light-filled, and beautifully proportioned for entertaining. Elegant windows, hardwood floors, and classic detailing give the room warmth and grace.
From this angle, the living room’s generous scale and easy flow are especially clear. It is a refined yet comfortable space for gathering, conversation, or quiet afternoons at home.
all windows and French doors fill the living room with natural light and connect it beautifully to the grounds. The room feels airy, open, and deeply rooted in its setting.
A carved mantel creates a handsome focal point and adds richness and character to the living room. The architectural detail gives the space a sense of permanence and charm.
The family room is warm and inviting, with rich millwork, built-ins, and a comfortable everyday feel. It is a wonderful retreat that balances coziness with architectural character.
Custom shelving and deep green millwork give the family room depth, personality, and timeless appeal. Every detail feels thoughtful and well integrated.
The family room offers generous seating space and an easy connection to the surrounding main rooms. It is ideal for relaxed daily living as well as casual entertaining.
The dining room is elegant, spacious, and beautifully detailed, with a fireplace, built-ins, hidden cabinets and lovely natural light. It is equally suited to holiday dinners and intimate evenings at home.
This angle highlights the dining room’s graceful proportions and classic character. Oversized windows brighten the space and make it feel welcoming as well as refined.
The kitchen is crisp, bright, and beautifully renovated with timeless finishes and exceptional functionality. Clean lines, quality appliances, and custom cabinetry make it ideal for both cooking and gathering.
A large center island anchors the kitchen and provides generous prep space, seating, and storage. The room feels polished, practical, and easy to live in every day.
The kitchen opens beautifully and offers a wonderful balance of work space and gathering space. Its thoughtful layout makes everyday living and entertaining feel seamless.
Another kitchen view highlights the spacious island, surrounding cabinetry, and bright open feel.
A gas fireplace and seating area add warmth and livability to the kitchen. It is the kind of space where everyone naturally wants to gather.
From this view, the kitchen’s architectural charm and easy flow are especially apparent. The room feels open, inviting, and thoughtfully designed for daily life.
The brick-walled pantry adds texture, character, and excellent storage just off the kitchen. It is a charming old-house detail that blends beautifully with the renovation.
The breakfast area is sunny and inviting, with a bay of windows overlooking the grounds. It is a cheerful space for coffee, casual meals, or quiet mornings at home.
This view shows how beautifully the breakfast area connects to the kitchen. Natural light, generous space, and elegant finishes make it both functional and welcoming.
Arched openings, custom built-ins, and floor to ceiling windows add character and warmth to the kitchen wing. The space feels bright, polished, and beautifully connected to the outdoors.
This charming built-in nook adds flexibility and warmth near the kitchen and breakfast area. It is a quiet, useful corner full of personality and natural light.
A wide view of the kitchen shows its scale, brightness, and thoughtful design. The island, windows, and surrounding cabinetry come together to create a truly livable space.
The mudroom entry is clean, bright, and highly functional for everyday use. Built-in storage and a convenient secondary stair make this part of the home especially practical.
This mudroom view highlights the side entry and natural light that keep the space feeling open and cheerful. It is an everyday convenience that has been thoughtfully designed just off of the 3-car garage.
The powder room is fresh and well finished, with clean lines and a bright, updated feel.
The upper landing feels open, airy, and generously scaled. It carries the same traditional character and easy flow found throughout the rest of the home.
This dressing room sits between the sleeping area, walk-in closet, and one of the suite’s two baths, adding both elegance and functionality to the primary suite. It creates a gracious transition space and enhances the sense of privacy, comfort, and generous scale throughout the retreat.
The primary bath is beautifully appointed with double vanities, quality finishes, and an oversized walk-in shower. It feels luxurious while remaining timeless and understated.
A close view of the shower reveals its generous scale and spa-like finish. It is a standout feature in an already beautifully renovated primary bath.
The primary bedroom highlights its scale, comfort, and easy elegance. This is a calm and gracious space designed for both rest and retreat.
From this angle, the bedroom’s generous footprint and soft light stand out. The room feels airy, peaceful, and beautifully composed.
French doors open from the primary bedroom into an adjoining sitting room, adding flexibility and charm. The suite unfolds as a collection of gracious and private spaces.
The sitting room is bright, comfortable, and ideal for reading, relaxing, or quiet retreat. It brings an added sense of luxury and spaciousness to the primary suite.
A freestanding soaking tub creates a lovely focal point in the primary bath. Paired with classic finishes and natural light, the room feels calm, elegant, and spa-like.
This spacious bedroom is bright and inviting, with enough room for both sleeping and sitting areas. Soft finishes and generous proportions give it an understated elegance.
The bath is crisp and well updated, with clean detailing and a bright, fresh feel.
A glass-enclosed shower and refined finishes give this bath a polished, contemporary feel. The space is simple, bright, and thoughtfully done.
This bonus room offers wonderful flexibility as a sitting room, study space, or possibly 2nd floor laundry. It adds another layer of versatility to the upper level.
The back stairs provide a convenient secondary staircase connecting the upper level to the mudroom just off the kitchen. It is a practical and well-placed feature that adds flexibility and ease to everyday living.
This bedroom is cheerful, comfortable, and generously sized. It offers great flexibility as it is currently used as an office.
The bath features double sinks, ample storage, and bright finishes that feel both polished and practical. It is a well-designed space with an easy, cheerful feel.
Soft blue walls and natural light give this bedroom a calm, welcoming atmosphere. The room feels bright, comfortable, and full of charm.
An aerial view shows the home beautifully sited within its nearly four-acre parcel. Mature trees, open lawn, and a private setting make the property especially striking from above.
The property feels peaceful, established, and distinctly Sewickley Heights.
Last Sold Price
$2,050,000
4 beds5,166 sqft$397/sqft
600 Backbone Rd, Sewickley, PA 15143

Description

Set in one of Sewickley Heights’ most desirable locations, 600 Backbone Road offers the rare balance of privacy, land, and convenience, just up the hill from the Village of Sewickley. Approached by a governor’s driveway, this classic brick residence opens with an expansive foyer where herringbone floors and a sweeping staircase create an elegant first impression. The formal living room is especially striking, with parquet floors, refined proportions, and a double-sided fireplace that continues into...Set in one of Sewickley Heights’ most desirable locations, 600 Backbone Road offers the rare balance of privacy, land, and convenience, just up the hill from the Village of Sewickley. Approached by a governor’s driveway, this classic brick residence opens with an expansive foyer where herringbone floors and a sweeping staircase create an elegant first impression. The formal living room is especially striking, with parquet floors, refined proportions, and a double-sided fireplace that continues into the inviting family room, where rich millwork, built-ins, and garden views bring warmth and character. The renovated kitchen is both polished and welcoming, with custom cabinetry, a generous marble island, soap stone countertops, high-end appliances, a wine fridge, a beverage refrigerator, and a sunny breakfast area. A comfortable seating area in front of the gas fireplace adds warmth and charm, while the pantry’s exposed-brick wall adds texture and old-house character. Just beyond, the 3-car garage conveniently leads into a mudroom and then the kitchen, making daily living feel especially easy. Upstairs, the primary suite is a true retreat—an exceptional collection of spaces that includes an elegant bedroom, a sitting room, a dressing room, two walk-in closets, and two separate baths: one with a large shower and double vanities, the other centered around a soaking tub. Three additional bedrooms complete the upper level, including one with an ensuite bath, while the others share a hall bath. Outside, bluestone terraces extend the living spaces with ease and beauty. Off the family room, a lovely patio is anchored by a stone-clad raised spa with an integrated fountain feature, while a bocce court and a second patio off the kitchen create wonderful spaces for entertaining, grilling, or simply enjoying the setting. Altogether, 600 Backbone Road is a home of grace and substance—classic in architecture, thoughtful in its updates, and beautifully suited to life in Sewickley Heights.
LISTING CLOSED: 08/03/2026 12:00 AM

  1. Listed by PIATT SOTHEBY'S INTERNATIONAL REALTY

Property Details for 600 Backbone Road

Status
Sold
MLS #
1747119
Days on Market
69
Taxes
$40,861 / year
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
Single Family
MLS Type
Residential / Residence/Single Family
Year Built
1936
Lot Size
3.93 AC / 171,190 SF
County
Allegheny County
Parking Spaces
3
Architecture
Colonial
Style
2 Story or 2 Level
Cooling
Central
Pool
No
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Building Information for 600 Backbone Road

Stories-Year Built1936Building Size-Lot Size3.93 AC / 171,190 SF

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Property Information for 600 Backbone Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • City Name: Sewickley
  • Postal Code: 15143
  • County Or Parish: Allegheny-North
  • County M 360: Allegheny
  • State Or Province: Pennsylvania
  • Directions: From Woodland Road R on Way Hollow, L on Backbone Road, Home is on your Left
  • Public Transportation: No
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Map Num Block Num Lot Num Info: 0603-G-00385-0000-00
  • Taxes: $40,861
School Information
  • School District: Quaker Valley
  • School Transportation: Yes
Parking
  • Parking Description: Attached Garage
Virtual Tour
  • Tour URL: www.600Backbone.com
Property
Lot Information
  • Acres: 3.93
  • Lot Size: 3.93
  • Acres Source: Agent
  • Sq Ft Total: 5166.0
  • Type of Property: Residence/Single Family
  • Area: Sewickley Heights
  • Construction: Brick
Property and Assessments
  • New Construction Type: Existing
  • Home Warranty Incl: No
  • Year Built Numeric: 1936
  • Disclaimer: Information Deemed Reliable, But Not Guaranteed
  • Photo Count: 50
Utilities
  • Sewage: Septic Tank
  • Water: Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Roof: Slate
Interior Features
  • Room Count: 11
  • Basement Access: Interior Only
  • Baths Full: 4
  • Baths Full Locations: Upper
  • Baths Half: 1
  • Baths Partial Locations: Main
  • Baths Total: 4.1
  • Fireplace Description: gas
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Inclusions: Dishwasher, Gas Cook Top, Gas Stove, Hot Tub, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer, Wet Bar, Window Treatments
  • Floors: Hard Wood, Tile
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Description: unfin
  • Insulation: Unknown
  • Heating Type: Gas
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Room and Features: Dining Room-Main, Kitchen-Main, Family Room-Main, DEN-Main, Entry-Main, Living Room-Main, Primary Bedroom-Upper, 2nd Bedroom-Upper, 3rd Bedroom-Upper, 4th Bedroom-Upper, Laundry Room-Basement
  • Room List: Dining Room, Kitchen, Family Room, DEN, Entry, Living Room, Primary Bedroom, 2nd Bedroom, 3rd Bedroom, 4th Bedroom, Laundry Room
Room Information
Room 1
  • Room Level 1: Main
  • Room Size 1: 20x13
  • Room Type 1: Entry
Room 2
  • Room Level 2: Main
  • Room Size 2: 16x31
  • Room Type 2: Living Room
Room 3
  • Room Level 3: Main
  • Room Size 3: 20x18
  • Room Type 3: Dining Room
Room 4
  • Room Level 4: Main
  • Room Size 4: 14x11
  • Room Type 4: Kitchen
Room 5
  • Room Level 5: Main
  • Room Size 5: 26x14
  • Room Type 5: Family Room
Room 6
  • Room Level 6: Main
  • Room Size 6: 24x22
  • Room Type 6: DEN
Room 7
  • Room Level 7: Upper
  • Room Size 7: 20x13
  • Room Type 7: Primary Bedroom
Room 8
  • Room Level 8: Upper
  • Room Size 8: 18x15
  • Room Type 8: 2nd Bedroom
Room 9
  • Room Level 9: Upper
  • Room Size 9: 15x14
  • Room Type 9: 3rd Bedroom
Room 10
  • Room Level 10: Upper
  • Room Size 10: 18x12
  • Room Type 10: 4th Bedroom
Room 11
  • Room Level 11: Basement
  • Room Type 11: Laundry Room
Rental
Rental Information
  • Tenant Occupied: No

Property History for 600 Backbone Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Aug 3, 2026

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #144218493

$1,907,921

+2.0% / yr

Aug 3, 2026

Sold

WPMLS #1747119

$2,050,000—
Jun 18, 2026

Pending

WPMLS #1747119

—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
08/03/2026

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #144218493

$1,907,921

+2.0% / yr

08/03/2026

Sold

WPMLS #1747119

$2,050,000
06/18/2026

Pending

WPMLS #1747119

—

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

Public Records for 600 Backbone Road

Taxable ValueLand$341,000Additions$891,000Total$1,232,000
Tax Record2026$7,922 ($660 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths4.5Total Finished SqFt5,166 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt5,166 SqFtStories2Lot Size171,191 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1936Year Renovated1936CountyALLEGHENYAPN0603-G-00385-0000-00

Schools near 600 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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$2,050,000
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171,190
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