899 Persimmon Rd

Sewickley Heights, PA 15143

$3,070,000
Last Sold Price
8
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Sold 5/18/16
Sold 5/18/16
"Windy Knoll", an impressive estate in the heart of Sewickley Heights, sited on 10.37 beautiful acres
The 34' x 15' formal entry foyer features gleaming Tiger's Eye oak flooring.
Another view of the entry hall, showing wainscoating and French doors to the large rear patio
One view of the 28' x 24' formal living room
One view of the formal dining room; ( 22' x 23')
A dinner party for 10, easily fits into the dining room.
Paneled library with wood burning fireplace, new matching wooden blinds, and Tiger's Eye Oak flooring
A view of the library shelving
New state-of-the-art kitchen; new floors, island, cabinets, counters, lighting, and storage; 2 sub zero refrigerators & freezers; Wolf cooking System; 2 Miele dishwashers; 2 sinks; 2 disposals; walk-in adjacent pantry
Another view of the kitchen area, featuring loads of counter space, and storage
The sunroom is a part of the remodeled kitchen
The butler's service area separates the kitchen and the dining room, and also leads into a prep room useful for additional storage, floral arranging, party preparation, etc.
Spacious walk-in pantry, adjacent to the kitchen
View of the hallway and foyer from the landing (and stairs to the third floor)
Master suite; hardwood floors, gas fireplace, recessed lighting, adj. covered porch; adj. sitting room; ensuite new master bath and additional remodeled full bath; full closets; alarm control panel
Bonus Room over the garage-was used as a home office, but could also be playroom or gameroom; adjacent bathroom; steps down into room off the kitchen, which was used as an informal dining room
Upper porch off the master suite
Master Ensuite full bathroom; totally rebuilt- new cabinetry; heated marble floors & countertops; dual twin sinks; heated towel bars; custom cabinets & mirror; deep tub; shower with "Waterworks" controls
Upper level family room; fireplace with stone hearth with new gas burner and remote control, hardwood flooring; task fluorescent lighting
Full walk-in closet on the third floor, with wall to wall carpeting, and new lighting; adjacent storage room with linen drawers (historic area preserved from 1930)
The potting shed; plus three frames for vegetables and fruits
Three car attached garage with bonus room/office above
One of several water features on the property

Description

"Windy Knoll", an extraordinary solid stone Sewickley Heights estate designed by architect Carl Augustus Ziegler, is sited just above the village on 10.37 acres of tastefully landscaped Pennsylvania countryside. Perfection aptly describes the meticulous renovation of both the interior and exterior. Features include spacious rooms, high ceilings, exquisite detailing, gleaming hardwood flooring, loads of natural light, spectacular new chef's kitchen (with adjacent butler's service pantry, flower prep..."Windy Knoll", an extraordinary solid stone Sewickley Heights estate designed by architect Carl Augustus Ziegler, is sited just above the village on 10.37 acres of tastefully landscaped Pennsylvania countryside. Perfection aptly describes the meticulous renovation of both the interior and exterior. Features include spacious rooms, high ceilings, exquisite detailing, gleaming hardwood flooring, loads of natural light, spectacular new chef's kitchen (with adjacent butler's service pantry, flower prep room, & informal dining room), master suite & sitting room with spa-like bath & add'l bath; 9 fireplaces, home office; playroom; 3 car heated garage, chauffer's cottage with bedroom & bath; potting shed; paddle tennis shack with fireplace; 2 laundry rooms, exercise room, private stone rear patio, spectacular views in all directions, and so much more!
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Property Details for 899 Persimmon Road

Parking Spaces
3
Architecture
Provincial
Style
3 or More Stories
Cooling
Central
Pool
No
LISTING CLOSED: 05/18/2016 12:00 AM

Property Details for 899 Persimmon Road

StatusSold
MLS #1202553
Days on Market119
Taxes$47,857 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Residence/Single Family
Year Built1927
Lot Size10.37 AC / 451,717 SF
CountyAllegheny County
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Sold By COLDWELL BANKER REAL ESTATE

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Building Information for 899 Persimmon Road

Stories-Year Built1927Building Size-Lot Size10.37 AC / 451,717 SF

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Property Information for 899 Persimmon Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Postal Code: 15143
  • County Or Parish: Allegheny-North
  • County M 360: Allegheny
  • State Or Province: Pennsylvania
  • Directions: From Sewickley village, Blackburn Rd. to L on Country Club; L on Quaker Hollow; R. on Backbone; L on Persimmon to #899
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Map Num Block Num Lot Num Info: 0603-C-00218-0000-00
  • Taxes: $47,857
School Information
  • School District: Quaker Valley
  • School Transportation: Yes
Parking
  • Parking Description: Attached Garage
Property
Lot Information
  • Acres: 10.37
  • Lot Size: 10.37 acres
  • Type of Property: Residence/Single Family
  • Area: Sewickley Heights
  • Construction: Stone
Property and Assessments
  • New Construction Type: Existing
  • Home Warranty Incl: Yes
  • Year Built Numeric: 1927
  • Disclaimer: Information Deemed Reliable, But Not Guaranteed
  • Photo Count: 25
Utilities
  • Sewage: Septic Tank
  • Water: Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Roof: Tile
Interior Features
  • Room Count: 12
  • Basement Access: Walk Up
  • Baths Full: 6
  • Baths Full Locations: Upper
  • Baths Half: 2
  • Baths Partial Locations: Lower, Main
  • Baths Total: 6.2
  • Fireplace Description: inspctd
  • Fireplaces: 9
  • Inclusions: Auto Door on Garage, Convection Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Stove, Intercom System, Kitchen Island, Microwave Oven, Pantry, Refrigerator, Screens, Security System
  • Floors: Ceramic Tile, Hard Wood
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Description: full
  • Heating Type: Gas
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room and Features: Living Room-Main, Dining Room-Main, Family Room-Upper, DEN-Main, Master Bedroom-Upper, 2nd Bedroom-Upper, 3rd Bedroom-Upper, 4th Bedroom-Upper, 5th Bedroom-Upper, Laundry Room-Upper, Additional Room-Main, Entry-Main
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Family Room, DEN, Master Bedroom, 2nd Bedroom, 3rd Bedroom, 4th Bedroom, 5th Bedroom, Laundry Room, Additional Room, Entry
Room Information
Room 1
  • Room Level 1: Main
  • Room Size 1: 28x24
  • Room Type 1: Living Room
Room 2
  • Room Level 2: Main
  • Room Size 2: 23x22
  • Room Type 2: Dining Room
Room 3
  • Room Level 3: Upper
  • Room Size 3: 18x18
  • Room Type 3: Family Room
Room 4
  • Room Level 4: Main
  • Room Size 4: 16x15
  • Room Type 4: DEN
Room 5
  • Room Level 5: Upper
  • Room Size 5: 24x15
  • Room Type 5: Master Bedroom
Room 6
  • Room Level 6: Upper
  • Room Size 6: 18x16
  • Room Type 6: 2nd Bedroom
Room 7
  • Room Level 7: Upper
  • Room Size 7: 18x15
  • Room Type 7: 3rd Bedroom
Room 8
  • Room Level 8: Upper
  • Room Size 8: 18x15
  • Room Type 8: 4th Bedroom
Room 9
  • Room Level 9: Upper
  • Room Size 9: 19x16
  • Room Type 9: 5th Bedroom
Room 10
  • Room Level 10: Upper
  • Room Size 10: 13x12
  • Room Type 10: Laundry Room
Room 11
  • Room Level 11: Main
  • Room Size 11: 16x11
  • Room Type 11: Additional Room
Room 12
  • Room Level 12: Main
  • Room Size 12: 34x15
  • Room Type 12: Entry
Rental
Rental Information
  • Tenant Occupied: No

Property History for 899 Persimmon Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
May 18, 2016

Sold

WPMLS #1202553

$3,070,000—
May 4, 2016

Pending

WPMLS #1202553

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Jan 6, 2016

Expired

WPMLS #1068145

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DateEvent & SourcePrice
05/18/2016

Sold

WPMLS #1202553

$3,070,000
05/04/2016

Pending

WPMLS #1202553

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01/06/2016

Expired

WPMLS #1068145

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

Public Records for 899 Persimmon Road

Taxable ValueLand$327,400Additions$2,328,600Total$2,656,000
Tax Record2026$90,317 ($7,526 / month)
Home Facts
Beds8Baths6.5Total Finished SqFt9,232 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt9,232 SqFtStories2Lot Size451,717 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1925CountyALLEGHENYAPN603-C-218Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 899 Persimmon 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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