Welcome to 1839 Viruth Street! This move-in ready home features beautiful hardwood floors, abundant natural light, and comfortable living spaces with timeless character. Conveniently located just minutes from Downtown Pittsburgh, major hospitals, universities, shopping, dining, and public transportation, it offers an ideal location for commuters. Whether you're a first-time homebuyer looking to build equity or an investor seeking a rental opportunity, this home is one you won't want to miss.
Brighton Heights, located between Riverview Park and the Ohio River, is a residential and hillside Pittsburgh neighborhood with river overlooks and a classic main-street strip. The neighborhood’s character concentrates along California Avenue near Davis Avenue, where corner taverns, longtime eateries, and small storefronts line the sidewalks. Community pillars include the Brighton Heights Citizens Federation, the California Avenue business corridor, and Riverview Park’s Observatory Hill. Brick rowhouses and early-20th-century singles sit on steep streets that open to skyline glimpses. Trails and ballfields in Riverview Park shape daily routines, while the riverfront edges keep the geography front and center. A compact, walkable grid around California Avenue supports errands and coffee runs without leaving the neighborhood.
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Market insights
1839 Viruth St · $185,000
DAYS ON MARKET
28 days
The average home goes pending in 49 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
98.9%
Most homes are selling 1% below list price.
LIST PRICE
$185,000
Median sale price in this area is $284,112. (54% higher than this home)
PRICE DROP
0 price drops
17% of homes in this area have had a price drop in the past month.
Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Interior features
Screens on windows
Basement present
Bathrooms
One full bathroom
Kitchen
Gas cooktop
Stove
Heating & cooling
Gas heating
Electric cooling
Exterior features
Small yard on a 0.0918-acre lot
Resale property
Parking
Attached garage with built-in parking and garage door opener
Total of 2 parking spaces
Utilities
Public water
Public sewer
Electricity and solar
View estimated energy costs and solar savings for this home
Welcome to 1839 Viruth St, a charming brick home with timeless character and modern potential! As you walk into this well-maintained 3-bedroom home you'll find the cozy living area flowing into the kitchen featuring vintage cabinetry and ample counter space. First floor living is another benefit with both the master and second bedroom located on the main level. Upstairs, a finished attic offers a versatile bonus room, perfect for a bedroom, office, or creative space. The basement provides ample storage, laundry hookups, and room for a workshop. This amazing property is walking distance to coffee shops, a corner market, and spin studio, with a bike trail to the city only minutes away! Situated in a quiet neighborhood with easy access to local amenities, this home is a fantastic opportunity to add your own unique and personal touch. This amazing home won't last long. .. Don’t miss out—schedule your showing today!
Public Records
Nov 14, 1984
Sold
$41,500
$35/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$2,024 (+39.1%)
$23,400 + $53,400
$76,800
2025
$1,455 (+7.4%)
$23,400 + $35,400
$58,800
2024
$1,355
$23,400 + $35,400
$58,800
2023
$1,355 (+1.3%)
$23,400 + $35,400
$58,800
2022
$1,337
$23,400 + $35,400
$58,800
2021
$1,337 (+0.5%)
$23,400 + $35,400
$58,800
2020
$1,331
$23,400 + $35,400
$58,800
2019
$1,331
$23,400 + $35,400
$58,800
2018
$1,331
$23,400 + $35,400
$58,800
2017
$1,330 (−11.0%)
$23,400 + $35,400
$58,800
2015
$1,494
$23,400 + $35,400
$58,800
Public record
Beds
2
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
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Lot size
4,000 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,175
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
1,175
Year built
1950
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Allegheny County
APN
0114L00263000000
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
4/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 97° expected this year, 18 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years
4/10 Air Factor
4 unhealthy days expected this year, 5 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Pittsburgh, PA • 15212
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Sun exposure
84/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
8.5 hrs
5.1 hrs
JuneDecember
Provided by Shadowmap
Redfin Estimate for 1839 Viruth St
$189,473
$4,473 over list price of $185K
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $111K to $260K.