5139 Penton Rd, Pittsburgh, PA 15213
What's special
A rare opportunity to own a landmark of mid-century modern design, the Abraam Steinberg House (1949–1951) is a masterful example of organic architecture by Peter Berndtson and Cornelia Brierly—both former apprentices of Frank Lloyd Wright who worked with Wright on Fallingwater. Thoughtfully integrated into its dramatic, steeply sloped Pittsburgh setting, this ...
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Originating MLS: West Penn Multi-ListTravel times
Living Room
Kitchen
Dining Room
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Originating MLS: West Penn Multi-ListFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Appliances
- Included: Some Electric Appliances, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Refrigerator
Features
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Family/Living/Great Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,080
- Total interior livable area: 3,080 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Covered
Features
- Levels: Multi/Split
- Stories: 2
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 6,965.24 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 0.1599
Details
- Parcel number: 0052R00154000000
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Contemporary,Multi-Level
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
Condition
- Resale
- Year built: 1952
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation
- Subdivision: Morewood Heights
Location
- Region: Pittsburgh
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $390/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $459,900
- Annual tax amount: $10,933
- Date on market: 5/7/2026
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/7/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,200,000+605.9%$390/sqft |
Source:  WPMLS #1749447 Report a problem | ||
| 12/7/1989 | Sold | $170,000$55/sqft |
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $10,876 +6.8% | $441,900 |
| 2024 | $10,181 +387.1% | $441,900 |
| 2023 | $2,090 | $441,900 |
| 2022 | $2,090 | $441,900 |
| 2021 | $2,090 +2% | $441,900 |
| 2020 | $2,048 -2% | $441,900 |
| 2019 | $2,090 -79.1% | $441,900 |
| 2018 | $10,000 | $441,900 |
| 2017 | $10,000 +378.4% | $441,900 |
| 2016 | $2,090 -78.6% | $441,900 |
| 2015 | $9,779 | $441,900 |
| 2014 | -- | $441,900 -0.7% |
| 2013 | -- | $444,900 +37.1% |
| 2012 | -- | $324,500 |
| 2011 | -- | $324,500 |
| 2010 | -- | $324,500 |
| 2009 | -- | $324,500 |
| 2008 | -- | $324,500 |
| 2007 | -- | $324,500 |
| 2006 | -- | $324,500 |
| 2005 | -- | $324,500 |
| 2004 | -- | $324,500 -4.4% |
| 2003 | -- | $339,500 |
| 2002 | -- | $339,500 |
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Monthly payment
Estimated market value
$1,135,100
$1.08M - $1.19M
$4,355/mo
Climate risks
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Neighborhood: Squirrel Hill North
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Pittsburgh Colfax K-8Grades: K-8Distance: 1.4 mi
- 8/10Pittsburgh Science And Technology Academy 6-12Grades: PK,6-12Distance: 1 mi
- 6/10Pittsburgh Allderdice High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Pittsburgh
Source: WPMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.