944 Mercer Rd isn’t a cookie-cutter home pretending to have character. It’s authentic. It’s sprawling. It’s flexible. It’s the kind of property where every room feels like another discovery, blending timeless mid-century design with the kind of space and opportunity that’s becoming harder and harder to find. Located just steps from Center Township Elementary and minutes from everyday conveniences, shopping, and dining, the setting offers both comfort and connection while still feeling tucked into its own private retreat.
From the moment you arrive, the long lines, sprawling footprint, and timeless architectural character immediately set the tone. But it’s once inside where this home truly begins to tell its story. Oversized windows pour natural light across nearly 2,800 square feet of living space, while multiple fireplaces and original mid-century details create a warmth and authenticity that simply can’t be recreated in today’s construction. Every turn reveals another unexpected space, another oversized closet, another tucked-away flex room, another reason this home stands entirely apart from the ordinary.
The kitchen blends vintage character with everyday functionality, highlighted by one of the coolest design features in the home, a stunning backsplash crafted entirely of windows, bringing the outdoors directly into the heart of the space. Updated flooring, first-floor laundry, and an effortless flow into the surrounding living areas make the home equally functional and inviting.
The layout offers incredible versatility with three well-appointed bedrooms, including a spacious primary suite with its own private ensuite bath, along with an additional full and half bath. And just when you think you’ve seen it all, the finished lower level opens into an entirely different experience. A massive game room, bar area, multiple flex spaces, endless storage, workshop potential, hobby rooms, home gym opportunities, guest accommodations, the possibilities here feel virtually endless. It’s the kind of lower level people dream about finding but rarely do. Then comes the garage and workshop setup, a true standout feature that elevates this property even further. The attached two-car garage includes a bay currently transformed into office or studio space, easily converted back if desired. Beyond that, an oversized FOUR CAR detached garage plus an expansive workshop/outbuilding create a setup perfectly suited for collectors, car enthusiasts, entrepreneurs, creatives, contractors, hobbyists, or anyone craving serious workspace and storage capacity. Combined with the governor’s driveway, abundant parking, and expansive yard space, the functionality here is simply unmatched.
This home was built for living, creating, entertaining, collecting, and growing. Make sure to see this one today!
For sale
$329,900
944 Mercer Rd, Butler, PA 16001
3beds
2,808sqft
Est.: Get pre-qualified
Single Family Residence
Built in 1952
0.55 Acres Lot
$320,600 Zestimate®
$117/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Multiple fireplacesOriginal mid-century detailsHome gym opportunitiesExpansive yard spaceAbundant parkingSprawling footprintGuest accommodations
- 1 day |
- 1,301 |
- 72 |
Likely to sell faster than
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Heather Irwin 412-471-4900,
PIATT SOTHEBY'S INTERNATIONAL REALTY 412-471-4900
Source: WPMLS,MLS#: 1755514
Originating MLS: West Penn Multi-List
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 17x11
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 11x10
Bedroom 3
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 11x10
Bonus room
- Level: Basement
- Dimensions: 11x11
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 13x11
Entry foyer
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 12x7
Game room
- Level: Basement
- Dimensions: 26x25
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 15x6
Laundry
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 9x8
Living room
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 27x15
Heating
- Forced Air, Oil
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Some Electric Appliances, Cooktop, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
Features
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Vinyl, Carpet
- Windows: Screens
- Basement: Finished,Interior Entry
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Decorative
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,808
- Total interior livable area: 2,808 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 5
- Parking features: Attached, Detached, Garage, Garage Door Opener
- Has attached garage: Yes
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 0.55 Acres
- Dimensions: 0.55
Details
- Parcel number: 060S440000
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Contemporary,Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stone
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- Resale
- Year built: 1952
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation
Location
- Region: Butler
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $117/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $37,990
- Annual tax amount: $5,483
- Date on market: 5/26/2026
Estimated market value
$320,600
$305,000 - $337,000
$2,020/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/26/2026 | Listed for sale | $329,900+51.7%$117/sqft |
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| 10/28/2019 | Sold | $217,500-5.4%$77/sqft |
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| 9/18/2019 | Pending sale | $229,900$82/sqft |
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| 9/10/2019 | Price change | $229,900-8%$82/sqft |
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| 7/1/2019 | Price change | $249,900-9.1%$89/sqft |
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| 11/5/2018 | Price change | $275,000-15.4%$98/sqft |
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| 8/15/2018 | Price change | $325,000-12%$116/sqft |
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| 4/20/2018 | Price change | $369,500-1.5%$132/sqft |
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| 1/15/2018 | Price change | $375,000-6.3%$134/sqft |
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| 9/28/2017 | Listed for sale | $400,000$142/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,503 | $37,990 |
| 2024 | $5,503 +1.9% | $37,990 |
| 2023 | $5,402 +2.5% | $37,990 |
| 2022 | $5,269 +8.3% | $37,990 +8.3% |
| 2021 | $4,867 | $35,090 |
| 2020 | $4,867 +33.3% | $35,090 |
| 2019 | $3,650 -23.3% | $35,090 |
| 2018 | $4,761 +291.3% | $35,090 |
| 2017 | $1,217 -9.1% | $35,090 |
| 2016 | $1,339 +88.2% | $35,090 |
| 2015 | $711 | $35,090 |
| 2014 | $711 | $35,090 |
| 2013 | $711 +5.1% | $35,090 |
| 2012 | $677 | $35,090 |
| 2011 | $677 | $35,090 |
| 2010 | $677 | $35,090 |
| 2009 | $677 +5% | $35,090 +33.3% |
| 2008 | $645 +11.1% | $26,318 |
| 2007 | $580 | $26,318 |
| 2006 | $580 -26.5% | $26,318 |
| 2005 | $790 -71.1% | $26,318 |
| 2004 | $2,731 +284.3% | $26,318 |
| 2003 | $711 | $26,318 |
| 2002 | $711 +12.5% | $26,318 |
| 2000 | $632 +20% | $26,318 |
| 1999 | $526 | $26,318 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: Shanor-Northvue
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Center Township Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.1 mi
- 6/10Butler Area Intermediate High SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 3.3 mi
- 4/10Butler Area Senior High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 3 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Butler
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- Pennsylvania
- Butler County
- Butler
- 16001
- Shanor-Northvue
- 944 Mercer Rd





