The story of this market
The typical home in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania sells for about $270,000, or $185 per square foot.
Prices are up +6.3% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 57 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,450 a month.
Monthly price momentum
Home values since 2015
+3.6%
PA · past 12 months
Freddie Mac House Price Index, single-family homes, monthly through 2026-08. Each line starts at 100 in January 2015, so a reading of 180 means prices are up 80% since then.
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Pittsburgh's housing market remains relatively affordable compared to national trends, with steady price growth and moderate inventory levels. While the city faces challenges related to aging housing stock and population shifts, the strong presence of healthcare and education anchors provides a stable economic foundation for property demand.
No ARED county foreclosure postings attributed to Pittsburgh yet — the verified ledger covers every county the foreclosure ingest has read, attributed by published city area. Key-figure check: median price corroborated by the published ten-year series (2026) (within 12.5%).
Deterministic aggregate of 30 researched ZIP reports — sales_count-weighted (population fallback); per point, children lacking the value or its weight are excluded. Tax rates, sentiment and context notes are tier-native and never roll.
Median prices moved up 3.0% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 51 days on market with 0.2 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
1% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 29.23% of asking — demand is holding steady.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 4.2% · poverty 18.5% — a stable, low-distress profile.
- Kennywood4.38 mi
- Museum of Illusions Pittsburgh4.60.8 mi
- Dave & Buster's Pittsburgh - Homestead4.24.8 mi
- Dave & Buster's Pittsburgh - North Hills4.27.8 mi
- Sandcastle Water Park4.14.6 mi
- PNC Park4.80.8 mi
- PPG Paints Arena4.70.4 mi
- Acrisure Stadium4.71.1 mi
- Kennywood4.38 mi
- Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens4.82.6 mi
- Sri Venkateswara Temple4.810.1 mi
- PNC Park4.80.8 mi
- Kennywood4.38 mi
- Pittsburgh Zoo & Aquarium4.55 mi
- Rivers Casino41.5 mi
- Kennywood4.38 mi
- Kamin Science Center4.41.2 mi
- Carnegie Museum of Natural History4.82.5 mi
- The Andy Warhol Museum4.60.7 mi
- Duquesne Incline4.71.1 mi
- Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens4.82.6 mi
- Point State Park4.70.6 mi
- Pittsburgh Botanic Garden4.69.3 mi
- Schenley Park4.72.9 mi
- Frick Park4.84.9 mi
- Fox Chapel Yacht Club4.57.3 mi
- Sharpsburg Islands Marina4.55.2 mi
- Washington's Landing Marina4.62 mi
- McKee's Point Marina4.39.1 mi
- Aspinwall Marina4.66 mi
- Topgolf Pittsburgh4.48.3 mi
- Quicksilver Golf Club4.515.7 mi
- Puttery4.80.8 mi
- Lindenwood Golf Club4.315 mi
- Grand View Golf Club3.97.8 mi
- Ross Park Mall4.47.3 mi
- South Hills Village4.47.3 mi
- The Mall at Robinson4.38.5 mi
- Monroeville Mall410.6 mi
- Bakery Square4.34.5 mi
- Pittsburgh International Airport4.313.2 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
The amenity base that shapes daily life and property demand in this city — what residents actually live with, and what the pipeline is adding.
A massive urban park housing the Phipps Conservatory and serving as a central green space for the Oakland neighborhood.
Located at the confluence of the three rivers, this historic site is a major landmark and recreational hub for the downtown area.
A premier indoor arena hosting major concerts and the Pittsburgh Penguins, serving as a catalyst for downtown activity.
Pittsburgh is well-suited for first-time homebuyers and families seeking affordability, as well as investors looking for stable rental yields. The city's proximity to major universities and hospitals also makes it an attractive hub for students, medical professionals, and academic staff.
The Pittsburgh Public Schools district serves the city with a diverse range of magnet and neighborhood schools. While some specialized programs receive high marks, overall district performance remains a subject of ongoing community debate and reform efforts.
The city is served by a network of bridges and tunnels, with the Port Authority providing bus and light rail transit. Commute times are generally manageable, though topography creates unique challenges for traffic flow.
Pittsburgh offers an extensive park system including Schenley and Frick Parks, alongside a robust network of riverfront trails. The city's cultural district and professional sports venues provide a high density of entertainment options for residents.
Pittsburgh maintains a relatively affordable rental market compared to national averages, with some areas seeing increased demand due to the student and medical professional populations. Vacancy rates are generally stable, though short-term rental regulations have tightened in certain residential zones.
The economy is heavily supported by the 'Eds and Meds' sector, with UPMC and the University of Pittsburgh serving as the largest employers. The city is also seeing momentum in robotics and autonomous vehicle research, diversifying its traditional industrial base.
The city's economy is anchored by healthcare, education, and a growing technology sector, with major institutions like UPMC and the University of Pittsburgh driving demand. Infrastructure investment is focused on transit-oriented development and the revitalization of former industrial riverfronts.
Development is currently focused on riverfront revitalization and the conversion of older downtown office buildings into residential units. These projects are intended to increase density and improve the city's tax base.
Parcels are subject to city, school district, and county taxes, with no widespread MUD/PID structures common in other states. Special assessment districts exist for certain business improvement areas.
Crime rates in Pittsburgh have shown a downward trend in recent years, though property crime remains a focus for local law enforcement. The city generally tracks with other mid-sized industrial hubs in the Northeast, with safety perceptions varying significantly by neighborhood.
Pittsburgh faces moderate risks from riverine flooding along the Allegheny, Monongahela, and Ohio rivers, necessitating careful site selection for property owners. The region is generally not prone to wildfires, though aging infrastructure and hillside stability are common local environmental considerations.
Property insurance premiums are generally stable, though flood insurance is a critical consideration for properties located in low-lying areas near the three rivers.
Composed from the ARED governance burden registry — tier-native tax structure (state + county + city + special districts), never averaged. State (Pennsylvania) — Homestead/Farmstead Exclusion: Formula: (Assessed Value - Exclusion Amount) × Tax Rate = Tax Owed. Exclusion amount varies by school district and county. State (Pennsylvania) — Property Tax Assessment: Tax = Assessed Value × Local Millage Rate (1 mill = $1 per $1,000 of assessed value).
Researched annual trajectory for this city, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 6.7%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Median annual property tax paid on this city's residential parcels
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 2.2%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Data retrieved from data.census.gov profile for Pittsburgh city, PA.
No public schools report a street address in this area. Source: NCES EDGE public school locations 2023-24.
applies when — Parcels located within designated environmental zones including Floodplain (FP-O), Landslide-Prone (LS-O), Undermined Area (UM-O), View Protection (VP-O), or Steep Slope (SS-O) districts.
Imposes specific development constraints, design standards, and additional review requirements for construction or land disturbance to mitigate environmental risks.
Pittsburgh Zoning Code Chapter 906.
Property owners must obtain a Certificate of Occupancy to document legal use of the property. A new certificate is required whenever a change in use occurs or if no valid certificate exists for the current use.
Administered by the Department of Permits, Licenses, and Inspections (PLI) and the Zoning Division.
Property owners must separate recyclables from municipal waste and ensure containers are stored in the rear of the property or removed from public view for single-family and small apartment buildings.
Established under Pittsburgh Code § 619.02, in accordance with Pennsylvania Act 101.
The city levies a millage rate of 9.67 applied to the assessed value of the property. The Act-50 Homestead Exemption provides a $15,000 reduction in assessed value for eligible primary residences. The Act-77 Senior Tax Relief provides a 40% reduction on the assessment for qualifying seniors.
Current millage rate as of 2026.
Governance registry — every jurisdiction re-researches on a rolling 90-day cycle. Property reports compose these inherited burdens into a per-parcel ledger with conditional determinations. Informational only — not legal advice.