Perched above the city with sweeping panorama from The Waterfront to Carrie Furnace, 5 Desdemona is a reimagined farmhouse that seamlessly blends historic charm with modern design. Built in 1900 and renovated in 2016, this Squirrel Hill home features oak hardwood floors, an open layout filled with natural light, and a stylish kitchen with granite countertops, walnut cabinets, and stainless steel appliances. The spacious living room opens to a large deck, perfect for entertaining. Upstairs, three bedrooms offer generous closet space, including a primary suite with a private bath and balcony. Oversized windows in the second bedroom frame a stunning shot of the river. The partially finished, walk-out basement provides flexible space for a studio or office. A carport and extra parking add to the home's convenience. This rare find is ideally located between Squirrel Hill and Greenfield with quick access to Parkway 376, The Somerset at Frick, and the Waterfront. You won't want to miss it.
Sold for $345,000 on 05/09/25
$345,000
5 Desdemona Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15217
3beds
1,900sqft
Farm, Single Family Residence
Built in 1900
0.83 Acres Lot
$347,600 Zestimate®
$182/sqft
$2,554 Estimated rent
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: May 09, 2025 at 12:33pm
Listed by:
Allison Pochapin 412-307-7394,
COMPASS PENNSYLVANIA, LLC
Bought with:
Bridget Kelly
HOWARD HANNA REAL ESTATE SERVICES
Source: WPMLS,MLS#: 1691648
Originating MLS: West Penn Multi-List

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 3
- Level: Upper
Den
- Level: Lower
Dining room
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Laundry
- Level: Lower
Living room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Some Gas Appliances, Dryer, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
Features
- Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Hardwood
- Basement: Finished,Walk-Out Access
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,900
- Total interior livable area: 1,900 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Off Street
Features
- Levels: Three Or More
- Stories: 3
Lot
- Size: 0.83 Acres
- Dimensions: 40 x 90
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Farmhouse,Three Story
- Property subtype: Farm, Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- Resale
- Year built: 1900
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Pittsburgh
Services availability

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