Value-add multi-unit investment opportunity in Pittsburgh’s Arlington neighborhood with substantial repair and mechanical work completed in 2026. Recent improvements include roof and box-gutter repairs, drainage work, plumbing and fixture repairs, interior drywall remediation, and basement furnaces installed in April 2026. The first floor features a 2-bedroom, 1-bath layout. The second floor offers a 1+ bedroom configuration with additional renovation and finish work remaining, providing an opportunity for an investor to complete the space to their preferred specifications. The third floor includes a 1-bedroom, 1-bath layout with a kitchen and additional living space. The third floor is not currently represented as a separate legal dwelling unit, and buyers should independently verify zoning, occupancy classification, egress requirements, permitting, and feasibility of any proposed use. Several potential strategies exist for this Pittsburgh multi-family property. Operate it as a duplex with additional upper-level flex space, combine the second and third floors into a larger unit, or investigate the feasibility of a three-unit configuration subject to City of Pittsburgh approval and any required improvements. The deep rear yard offers alley access and potential for an off-street parking configuration, subject to buyer verification. The basement may also provide an opportunity for shared or unit-based laundry. With major repair work already addressed and additional value-add potential remaining, 225 Rothman St may appeal to landlords, cash investors, and buyers seeking an affordable Pittsburgh investment property they can continue improving and repositioning. Buyer to perform independent due diligence regarding zoning, permitted use, rental compliance, permits, occupancy requirements, and all proposed future improvements. Recent updates include a functional second-floor kitchen, updated bath spaces, two new furnaces, and recently resealed roof and box gutters. Live in one unit and rent the other, add it to an investment portfolio, or take advantage of a layout with a lot of possibilities.
Arlington, located between South Side Slopes and Allentown, is a residential and hillside Pittsburgh neighborhood with steep, stair-stepped streets and skyline-facing overlooks. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around Arlington Avenue near the Arlington Playground, where corner bars, takeout counters, and small storefronts meet the steady rhythm of buses and hillside foot traffic. Rows of early-20th-century brick and frame houses cling to the slopes, with porches and retaining walls shaping the streetscape. The Arlington Avenue corridor links daily errands to the South Side’s commercial grid. Emerald View Park’s trails and lookouts frame the edge of the neighborhood with wooded calm. A short ride connects to the cultural calendar at the nearby Rex Theater and the creative energy of the Brew House Association.
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Offer insights
225 Rothman St · $129,950
$134K and above
75% chance or better to win
Why $134K+ is a strong offer
DAYS ON MARKET
5 days
The average home goes pending in 55 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
93.3%
Most homes are selling 7% below list price.
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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Interior features
Basement
Bedrooms
One 1-bedroom unit
Two 2-bedroom units
Bathrooms
Three 1-bath units (each unit has one full bathroom)
Exterior features
Small residential lot (approximately 0.069 acres)
Zoned residential
Home design
Multi-unit property with 3 total units
Parking
On-street parking
Utilities
Electricity available
Natural gas available
Public water available
Public sewer available
Electricity and solar
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Affordable 15210 multi-unit opportunity priced to reflect condition and value-add potential. Ideal for cash investors seeking a flexible investment with multiple execution strategies. First floor features a 2BR/1BA unit currently occupied and rentable as-is (buyer to verify lease and payment terms). The second floor offers a 1+ bedroom layout requiring full renovation, including kitchen and bath, presenting strong upside once completed. The third floor includes a 1BR/1BA layout with kitchen and livable space; not currently recognized as a separate legal unit due to egress requirements (buyer responsible for verifying all approvals and feasibility). Multiple paths forward: • Operate as a duplex with upper-level bonus space by combining the second and third floors. • Renovate and stabilize as a traditional duplex with added flex/storage space. • Explore potential triplex configuration subject to city approval and required improvements. Deep rear yard with alley access may allow off-street parking configuration (buyer to verify). The basement may support shared or unit-based laundry installation. Property reflects deferred maintenance and rehab scope and is best suited for cash buyers, value-add landlords, and investors comfortable navigating municipal and code processes. Buyer is responsible for all due diligence regarding zoning, rental compliance, and approvals.
West Penn MLS #1596686
Jun 7, 2023
Pending
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Jun 6, 2023
Sold
$50,000
Mar 31, 2023
Contingent
—
Mar 16, 2023
Listed
$50,000
Are you looking for your next project? This triplex in Arlington is ready for you to take on and make your own. Property does need cosmetic updates throughout. Known lead issue as well, report is available. Unit 1 and 2 are 2 bed 1 bath. Unit 3 is 1 bed 1 bath.
Public Records
Feb 8, 2017
Sold
$58,535
Public Records
Jul 26, 2010
Sold
$49,400
Public Records
Jun 29, 2010
Sold
$35,000
West Penn MLS #808587
May 27, 2010
Price Changed
$39,900
May 27, 2010
Sold
$35,000
Jan 26, 2010
Listed
$35,000
West Penn MLS #591824
Jan 31, 2006
Sold
$32,622
Nov 10, 2005
Listed
$34,500
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$1,341 (+6.5%)
$8,000 + $42,900
$50,900
2025
$1,259 (+7.4%)
$8,000 + $42,900
$50,900
2024
$1,173
$8,000 + $42,900
$50,900
2023
$1,173 (+1.3%)
$8,000 + $42,900
$50,900
2022
$1,157
$8,000 + $42,900
$50,900
2021
$1,157 (+0.5%)
$8,000 + $42,900
$50,900
2020
$1,152
$8,000 + $42,900
$50,900
2019
$1,152
$8,000 + $42,900
$50,900
2018
$1,152
$8,000 + $42,900
$50,900
2017
$1,151 (−1.1%)
$8,000 + $42,900
$50,900
2015
$1,164
$8,000 + $42,900
$50,900
Public record
Beds
6
Baths
3
Stories
3
Lot width
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Lot depth
—
Lot size
3,000 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
2,854
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
2,854
Year built
1940
Style
Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)
County
Allegheny County
APN
0013R00083000000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
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Garage
—
Features
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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, 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 • 15210
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Sun exposure
82/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
8.7 hrs
4.2 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 225 Rothman St
$130,323
$373 over list price of $130K
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The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $48K to $205K.