879 Blackburn Rd

Sewickley, PA 15143

$4,495,000
Price
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Description

Through historic stone gates along the storied Blackburn Road, Gladmore Farm emerges as a rare offering in one of Sewickley Heights’ most coveted settings. Elevated and private, the 6.7-acre grounds pair the enduring grace of early 20th-century craftsmanship with the promise of an extraordinary future. The existing residence, thoughtfully reimagined, offers four ensuite bedrooms and a luminous, decorator-designed kitchen. A long, winding approach reveals a home hidden from view, enveloped in quiet...Through historic stone gates along the storied Blackburn Road, Gladmore Farm emerges as a rare offering in one of Sewickley Heights’ most coveted settings. Elevated and private, the 6.7-acre grounds pair the enduring grace of early 20th-century craftsmanship with the promise of an extraordinary future. The existing residence, thoughtfully reimagined, offers four ensuite bedrooms and a luminous, decorator-designed kitchen. A long, winding approach reveals a home hidden from view, enveloped in quiet seclusion. Here, the legacy of Gladmore Farm becomes the foundation for your vision—whether preserving its refined presence or creating an entirely new estate on this unparalleled high-elevation site. In this exclusive enclave, history and possibility meet in timeless harmony.
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Property Details for 879 Blackburn Road

Parking Spaces
2
Architecture
Colonial
Style
2 Story or 2 Level
Cooling
Central
Pool
Yes
LISTING UPDATED: 07/13/2026 03:39 PM

Property Details for 879 Blackburn Road

StatusActive
MLS #1715876
Days on Market245
Taxes$26,035 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Residence/Single Family
Year Built1957
Lot Size6.70 AC / 291,852 SF
CountyAllegheny County
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Building Information for 879 Blackburn Road

Stories-Year Built1957Building Size-Lot Size6.70 AC / 291,852 SF

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$25,017 per month

30 year fixed, 6.55% Interest

Principal and Interest

$22,848

Property Taxes

$2,170

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Property Information for 879 Blackburn 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 the center of Swickley Village, Beaver Rd to Blackburn Rd. Follow for 1.8 miles to the stonewall section of Swickley Heights. Right at "Gladmore Farm" mailbox through stone pillars and stay left.
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Map Num Block Num Lot Num Info: Parcel # 0509-C-00025-0000-00
  • Taxes: $26,035
School Information
  • School District: Quaker Valley
  • School Transportation: Yes
Parking
  • Parking Description: Attached Garage
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Lot Information
  • Acres: 6.7
  • Lot Size: 6.7 acres
  • Type of Property: Residence/Single Family
  • Area: Sewickley Heights
  • Construction: Brick
Property and Assessments
  • New Construction Type: Existing
  • Year Built Numeric: 1957
  • 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: Main, Upper
  • Baths Half: 1
  • Baths Partial Locations: Main
  • Baths Total: 4.1
  • Fireplace Description: LR,DR
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Inclusions: Auto Door on Garage, Convection Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Cook Top, Kitchen Island, Microwave Oven, Pantry, Refrigerator, Security System, Washer/Dryer
  • Floors: Hard Wood, Tile, Wall to Wall
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Description: unfin
  • Heating Type: Gas
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room and Features: Living Room-Main, Dining Room-Main, Kitchen-Main, Family Room-Main, Entry-Main, Primary Bedroom-Upper, 2nd Bedroom-Upper, 3rd Bedroom-Upper, 4th Bedroom-Main, Laundry Room-Main, Additional Room-Upper
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Kitchen, Family Room, Entry, Primary Bedroom, 2nd Bedroom, 3rd Bedroom, 4th Bedroom, Laundry Room, Additional Room
Room Information
Room 1
  • Room Level 1: Main
  • Room Size 1: 23x21
  • Room Type 1: Living Room
Room 2
  • Room Level 2: Main
  • Room Size 2: 25x13
  • Room Type 2: Dining Room
Room 3
  • Room Level 3: Main
  • Room Size 3: 20x12
  • Room Type 3: Kitchen
Room 4
  • Room Level 4: Main
  • Room Size 4: 27x17
  • Room Type 4: Family Room
Room 5
  • Room Level 5: Main
  • Room Size 5: 18x16
  • Room Type 5: Entry
Room 6
  • Room Level 6: Upper
  • Room Size 6: 23x18
  • 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: 16x16
  • Room Type 8: 3rd Bedroom
Room 9
  • Room Level 9: Main
  • Room Size 9: 15x14
  • Room Type 9: 4th Bedroom
Room 10
  • Room Level 10: Main
  • Room Size 10: 11x10
  • Room Type 10: Laundry Room
Room 11
  • Room Level 11: Upper
  • Room Size 11: 12x9
  • Room Type 11: Additional Room
Rental
Rental Information
  • Tenant Occupied: No

Property History for 879 Blackburn Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jul 13, 2026

Listed (Active)

WPMLS #1715876

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Jun 15, 2026

Withdrawn

WPMLS #1715876

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Apr 17, 2026

Listed (Active)

WPMLS #1715876

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DateEvent & SourcePrice
07/13/2026

Listed (Active)

WPMLS #1715876

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06/15/2026

Withdrawn

WPMLS #1715876

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04/17/2026

Listed (Active)

WPMLS #1715876

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

Public Records for 879 Blackburn Road

Taxable ValueLand$323,300Additions$520,400Total$843,700
Tax Record2026$5,425 ($452 / month)
Home Facts
Beds5Baths5.5Total Finished SqFt3,601 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,601 SqFtStories2Lot Size292,288 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1957Year Renovated1957CountyALLEGHENYAPN0509-C-00025-0000-00

Schools near 879 Blackburn Road

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

Quaker Valley Middle School
Public6 to 8

Quaker Valley High School
Public9 to 12

Edgeworth Elementary School
PublicK to 5

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More information about 879 Blackburn Road, Sewickley, PA 15143

879 Blackburn Road is a single family home for sale in Sewickley, PA 15143. This property was listed for sale on August 11, 2025 by PIATT SOTHEBY'S INTERNATIONAL REALTY, it's currently listed at $4,495,000. This listing's school district is Quaker Valley School District. Nearby schools include Osborne Elementary School, Quaker Valley Middle School and Quaker Valley High School. 879 Blackburn Road is a 4-bed, 5-bath, single family home built in 1957.

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