Welcome to this beautifully maintained 3-bedroom, 2 full and 2 half bath home, perfectly situated on a private . 38-acre lot at the end of a quiet dead-end street with stunning views of the Pittsburgh skyline. Thoughtfully designed for both everyday living and entertaining, this home features an open-concept layout accented by hardwood floors, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and custom built-in cabinetry. The spacious living and dining areas seamlessly connect to the well-appointed kitchen, creating an inviting space for gatherings. The primary suite offers a walk-in closet and private en suite whirlpool bath, while the finished lower-level game room provides additional living space with walk-out access to the fenced backyard. A standout feature is the impressive 21x22 addition above the garage, offering endless possibilities as a family room, media room, home office, or bonus living space. The oversized 21x22 garage with a 10-foot door easily accommodates larger vehicles, equipment, or additional storage needs. Step outside to enjoy the rear deck overlooking the fenced yard, perfect for relaxing or entertaining. Recent updates include a new roof and sewer line, both completed in 2025. NEW AC Unit installed June 2026! Conveniently located just minutes from downtown Pittsburgh, this home offers the perfect combination of privacy, space, and accessibility.
Banksville, located between Dormont and Greentree, is a residential and hillside Pittsburgh neighborhood with winding streets and a corridor of small storefronts. The neighborhood’s character concentrates along Banksville Road near the Banksville Plaza area, where bakeries, pizza shops, and longtime service counters line the traffic-heavy strip. Dormont Appliance anchors local errands with a throwback showroom feel. The Original Pancake House on Banksville Road is a familiar weekend table, and the nearby Hollywood Theater in Dormont adds an indie marquee close by. Brick Cape Cods and mid-century ranches sit above wooded slopes, with stair-stepped blocks that open to skyline glimpses. Side streets stay quiet while the main road keeps daily life moving.
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Market insights
126 Leon Rd · $419,000
DAYS ON MARKET
86 days
The average home goes pending in 48 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
99.5%
Most homes are selling 1% below list price.
LIST PRICE
$419,000
Median sale price in this area is $299,205. (29% lower than this home)
PRICE DROP
0 price drops
19% of homes in this area have had a price drop in the past month.
Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
Partially finished basement with walk-out access
Entry/foyer
Game room
Dining room
Living room
Bedrooms
Upper-level bedroom (10 x 12)
Upper-level bedroom (16 x 11)
Upper-level bedroom (14 x 12)
Bathrooms
2 full bathrooms
2 half bathrooms
Kitchen
Kitchen (22 x 15)
Dishwasher
Stove
Refrigerator
Some gas appliances
Laundry & utility
Laundry room (7 x 9)
Washer
Dryer
Flooring
Carpet
Hardwood
Heating & cooling
Forced air heating (gas)
Wall/window cooling units
Exterior features
Lot dimensions approximately 70 x 125 x 123 x 135
Yard/landscaping (residential lot)
Home design
2-story home
Resale property
Parking
Attached garage
Built-in parking for 2 vehicles
Construction
Brick and vinyl siding construction
Composition roof
Utilities
Public water
Public sewer
HOA & community
Public transportation access
Electricity and solar
View estimated energy costs and solar savings for this home
Beautiful 3-bedroom, 2 full bath, 2 1/2 bath home offering a warm & inviting feel from the moment you enter. Hardwood floors, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and a kitchen with built-in cabinetry complement the open floor plan, making it ideal for entertaining. Spacious living & dining areas provide great flow for gatherings & everyday living. The primary bedroom features an en suite bath & a walk-in closet. A finished lower-level game room adds additional living space w/ walk-out access to the yard. A 21x22 addition over the garage offers versatile space for a family room or bonus area. The oversized 21x22 garage features a 10-foot garage door, perfect for larger vehicles. Lots of storage. Enjoy the rear deck overlooking fenced yard on a private . 38-acre lot. Located on a quiet dead-end street at the end of the road for added privacy w/ views of the Pittsburgh skyline. Minutes from downtown Pittsburgh. New roof (2025) and new sewer line (2025).
Public Records
Dec 9, 2010
Sold
$244,500
$104/sq ft
Public Records
Dec 9, 2010
Sold
$245,000
$104/sq ft
West Penn MLS #834744
Dec 1, 2010
Price Changed
$257,250
$110/sq ft
Dec 1, 2010
Sold
$245,000
$104/sq ft
Jul 24, 2010
Listed
$245,000
$104/sq ft
+9
Have you been treasure-hunting? Here it is!!Beautifully re-created with special touches throughout. Light, bright and airy! Extra rm ist floor. Eat-in kitchen with granite counters! Two additions-newer furnaces, roof, cement. Deck overlooks private yard at the end of the street. Skylights!
Public Records
Jan 13, 1993
Sold
$74,000
$32/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 2, 1992
Sold
$70,250
$30/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$7,461 (+2.6%)
$45,700 + $180,500
$226,200
2025
$7,270 (+7.8%)
$45,700 + $180,500
$226,200
2024
$6,747
$45,700 + $180,500
$226,200
2023
$6,747 (+1.4%)
$45,700 + $180,500
$226,200
2022
$6,656 (+2.0%)
$45,700 + $180,500
$226,200
2021
$6,523
$45,700 + $180,500
$226,200
2020
$6,523 (+4.3%)
$45,700 + $180,500
$226,200
2019
$6,254 (+0.8%)
$45,700 + $180,500
$226,200
2018
$6,202
$45,700 + $180,500
$226,200
2017
$6,201 (+1.7%)
$45,700 + $180,500
$226,200
2015
$6,100
$45,700 + $180,500
$226,200
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
3
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.28 Acres
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
2,346
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
2,346
Year built
1945
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Allegheny County
APN
0017G00024000000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 21, 2026.
R-1
Single-Family Residential District
To further the objectives set forth in the purpose statements and community development objectives in Article I of this chapter, the R-1 District is intended to provide for low to medium density single-family residential development while allowing for community and municipal facilities that are customarily found in residential districts. The requirements established for this district are to promote a safe and quiet nature for the residents and to discourage uses that would be detrimental to this intent, such as transient lodging in single-family dwellings.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Public service
Library
Recreation
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
3/10 Heat Factor
5 days above 97° expected this year, 12 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
3 unhealthy days expected this year, 5 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Pittsburgh, PA • 15220
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Sun exposure
93/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
10.6 hrs
5.6 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 126 Leon Rd
$404,464
$15K under list price of $419K
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $232K to $385K.