Cozy Cape Cod charm meets modern updates in this inviting 3-bedroom frame home, featuring a unique captive 3rd bedroom. The main level offers an open spacious living & dining area enhanced by new luxury vinyl tile flooring & a bay window & seat creating a comfortable & stylish setting for everyday living & entertaining. Natural Light! Generous closet & storage! The kitchen opens to a rear patio & level yard—perfect for outdoor dining or relaxing evenings & can be easily fenced for a pet. Basement offers potential to be finished into a den, home office, or additional living space. Major improvements include a new 200-amp electrical service & new retaining wall. The roof & furnace are older systems that are currently operational & have been maintained over time. Conveniently located on Universal Road with EZ access to public transportation, shopping & dining along Frankstown & Rodi Roads. Quick access to Parkway East (Route 376) makes commuting to Oakland & Downtown Pittsburgh a breeze.
For sale
$119,900
951 Universal Rd, Pittsburgh, PA 15235
3beds
941sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1945
9,705.17 Square Feet Lot
$74,800 Zestimate®
$127/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Cozy cape cod charmNatural lightBay window and seatGenerous closet and storage
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: January 10, 2026 at 07:24am
Listed by:
Lori Hummel 412-421-9120,
HOWARD HANNA REAL ESTATE SERVICES 412-421-9120
Source: WPMLS,MLS#: 1736462
Originating MLS: West Penn Multi-List
Originating MLS: West Penn Multi-ListTour with a local agent
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 9x9
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
- Dimensions: 11x14
Bonus room
- Level: Upper
- Dimensions: 16x11
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 11x14
Entry foyer
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 2x2
Kitchen
- Level: Upper
- Dimensions: 14x9
Laundry
- Level: Lower
- Dimensions: 6x8
Living room
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 11x14
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas
Cooling
- Wall/Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Some Gas Appliances, Dryer, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
Features
- Flooring: Carpet, Vinyl
- Windows: Multi Pane
- Basement: Interior Entry
Interior area
- Total structure area: 941
- Total interior livable area: 941 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Built In, Garage Door Opener
- Has attached garage: Yes
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1.5
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 9,705.17 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 61.93 x 175 x 48.37 x 175
Details
- Parcel number: 0539F00383000000
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape Cod
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- Resale
- Year built: 1945
Details
- Warranty included: Yes
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Pittsburgh
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $127/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $46,900
- Annual tax amount: $2,109
- Date on market: 1/9/2026
Estimated market value
$74,800
$57,000 - $96,000
$1,245/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1/9/2026 | Listed for sale | $119,900+208.2%$127/sqft |
Source:  WPMLS #1736462 Report a problem | ||
| 9/25/2020 | Sold | $38,900-2.8%$41/sqft |
Source: WPMLS #1463625 Report a problem | ||
| 8/27/2020 | Pending sale | $40,000$43/sqft |
Source: CZEKALSKI REAL ESTATE #1463625 Report a problem | ||
| 8/24/2020 | Listed for sale | $40,000$43/sqft |
Source: CZEKALSKI REAL ESTATE #1463625 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,103 +7.4% | $46,900 |
| 2024 | $1,959 +783.1% | $46,900 |
| 2023 | $222 | $46,900 |
Find assessor info on the county website
BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$663/mo
Principal & interest
$465
Property taxes
$156
Home insurance
$42
Climate risks
Neighborhood: 15235
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Penn Hills Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.7 mi
- 6/10Linton Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.5 mi
- 4/10Penn Hills Senior High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Penn Hills
Source: WPMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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