Welcome to 1616 Rutherford Avenue in the heart of Beechview! This charming all-brick home offers 3 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, and the rare bonus of a double lot, providing an abundance of outdoor space that is hard to find in the city. The property features a good-size driveway and a completely fenced-in front and back yard, offering plenty of room for entertaining, pets, gardening, or simply enjoying your own private outdoor space. The backyard also includes a shed and a spacious patio area perfect for relaxing or entertaining. Inside, the first floor features beautiful hardwood floors, a spacious living room with built-in shelving, and a wood-burning fireplace that adds character and charm. The generously sized kitchen features stainless steel appliances, a gas range, and plenty of cabinet and counter space. The second floor offers three bedrooms and a full bathroom. The semi-finished basement provides additional usable space, a convenient half bath, and plenty of storage. The washer and dryer remain with the home. Major updates provide added peace of mind, including a new roof and gutters installed in 2025 by Home Genius, a new HVAC system and furnace installed in 2024, and front living room windows replaced in 2024 by Window World. Located in Beechview, this home offers the convenience of city living with a neighborhood feel, with easy access to public transportation, local shops, restaurants, parks, and the Broadway Avenue business district. A solid brick home, a rare double lot, flat fenced-in yard, driveway, patio, spacious living room, and major recent updates — 1616 Rutherford Avenue is ready for its next owner! Come see everything this Beechview home has to offer!
Beechview, located between Mount Washington and Dormont, is a hillside and streetcar Pittsburgh neighborhood with steep stair streets and a compact business strip. Broadway Avenue concentrates the neighborhood’s character, with corner bakeries, taquerias, barbershops, and small storefronts clustered along the tracks. Rows of early-20th-century brick and frame houses step down the slopes, with porches facing tight blocks and long views between rooftops. The Beechview Seldom Seen Greenway adds wooded trails and a quieter edge to the street grid. The T’s Beechview Station ties daily routines to light-rail platforms and walkable errands. Community pillars include Las Palmas, the Beechview branch of the Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh, and the Beechview Farmers Market.
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Offer insights
1616 Rutherford Ave · $210,000
$210K and above
75% chance or better to win
Why $210K+ is a strong offer
DAYS ON MARKET
46 days
The average home goes pending in 53 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
97.5%
Most homes are selling 3% below list price.
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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
Partial basement with interior entry
Wood-burning fireplace
Bathrooms
1 full bathroom
1 half bathroom
Kitchen
Kitchen island
Dishwasher, refrigerator, stove
Some gas appliances
Laundry & utility
Washer and dryer
Flooring
Hardwood and carpet
Heating & cooling
Gas heating
Central air
Home design
Two stories
Parking
Assigned, common, and off-street parking
3 parking spaces
Construction
Brick construction
Asphalt roof
Utilities
Public water
Public sewer
HOA & community
Public transportation
Electricity and solar
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Spacious 2 story sits on a double lot with a fenced in front & back yard that is completely flat. Large back patio for cook outs & entertainment. Kitchen includes all appliances. Formal dining area accented with sconce lighting. 8 & 1/2 ft ceilings on 1st floor. Wood burning FP in living area. Newer windows in bedrooms & dining room, new front door, HW floors under carpet, new roof 2011.Plenty of storage. Don't miss out on this beauty in Beechview.
West Penn MLS #533436
Dec 20, 2004
Sold
$69,900
$49/sq ft
Oct 14, 2004
Listed
$69,900
$49/sq ft
+3
A MUST SEE!! Updated Furn, elec, hwt, over- sized fenced tabletop rear yard, Large EIK Ceramic entry, Lots of storage, Walk to T & Shops
Public Records
Oct 12, 1976
Sold
$32,900
$23/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$2,177 (+6.5%)
$20,100 + $62,500
$82,600
2025
$2,044 (+7.4%)
$20,100 + $62,500
$82,600
2024
$1,903
$20,100 + $62,500
$82,600
2023
$1,903 (+1.3%)
$20,100 + $62,500
$82,600
2022
$1,878
$20,100 + $62,500
$82,600
2021
$1,878 (+0.5%)
$20,100 + $62,500
$82,600
2020
$1,869
$20,100 + $62,500
$82,600
2019
$1,869
$20,100 + $62,500
$82,600
2018
$1,869
$20,100 + $62,500
$82,600
2017
$1,869 (+14.9%)
$20,100 + $62,500
$82,600
2015
$1,627
$20,100 + $44,500
$64,600
Public record
Beds
2
Baths
1.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
6,000 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,440
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
1,440
Year built
1950
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Allegheny County
APN
0035F00137000000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 21, 2026.
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
7 days above 97° expected this year, 17 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 • 15216
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Sun exposure
88/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 23% for direct sun exposure in Pittsburgh. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9 hrs
4.6 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 1616 Rutherford Ave
$203,815
$6,185 under list price of $210K
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