Nice high side lot duplex with east access to Route 65. Lower unit has basement access. Upper unit entrance is at the rear of the property. Kitchen is missing in lower unit. Lots of potential and would be a good addition to your portfolio.
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Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Pittsburgh Morrow K-5
Public PreK-8 • Assigned • 0.7mi
3/10
Pittsburgh Perry High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.6mi
2/10
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About
Marshall-Shadeland
Marshall-Shadeland, located between Brighton Heights and the Ohio River, is a residential and hillside Pittsburgh neighborhood with river-valley views and a patchwork of brick rowhouses. The neighborhood’s character concentrates along Brighton Road near the California Avenue junction, where corner shops, takeout counters, and bus stops set a steady, street-level rhythm. The Andy Warhol Bridge and the North Shore Trail frame the commute-to-downtown geography with big-sky river crossings and waterfront paths. Riverview Park’s overlooks and wooded slopes give the area a green edge above the street grid. Housing stock mixes early-20th-century brick, narrow lots, and porches that face the sidewalk. A short ride connects to the Carnegie Science Center for exhibitions and riverfront events.
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Market insights
2844 California Ave · $84,500
DAYS ON MARKET
114 days
The average home goes pending in 70 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
92.6%
Most homes are selling 7% below list price.
LIST PRICE
$84,500
Median list price in this area is $250,000. (196% higher than this home)
PRICE DROP
3 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
Has basement (unfinished)
Multi-unit property with 2 total units
Bedrooms
Each unit has 2 bedrooms
Bathrooms
Each unit has 1 full bathroom
Exterior features
Lot dimensions approximately 70 x 108
Zoned MUL (multi-family/residential)
Home design
Multi-unit property (2 units)
Parking
On-street parking
Financial info
Annual property tax listed
Electricity and solar
View estimated energy costs and solar savings for this home
Welcome to our new listing located 5 minutes away from downtown. Enjoy the passive cash flow of both units or keep one rented and live in the other. Both units were recently renovated with all new flooring throughout both apartments new cabinets and countertop in both kitchens, new tile, vanities and toilets in both units. New siding put on in 2019. New energy efficient windows installed in 2020. The Building is in great condition. All mechanicals are in tact. Plumbing updated last year. No FHA or VA please.
West Penn MLS #1507976
Sep 6, 2021
Relisted
—
Aug 24, 2021
Contingent
—
Aug 9, 2021
Price Changed
$165,000
Jun 25, 2021
Listed
$175,000
+5
Great Investment Opportunity. Already renovated, No work needed. Both units occupied. Good paying tenants. Property is located right on the bus line and close to the city.
West Penn MLS #1083657
Jul 18, 2016
Price Changed
$6,500
Jun 20, 2016
Price Changed
$8,000
Jun 10, 2016
Price Changed
$8,000
May 1, 2016
Contingent
—
Apr 27, 2016
Price Changed
$8,500
Mar 10, 2016
Price Changed
$10,000
Nov 17, 2015
Price Changed
$15,000
Oct 27, 2015
Listed
$20,000
West Penn MLS #654177
Jan 17, 2008
Sold
$8,000
Jan 10, 2007
Listed
$11,000
Public Records
Oct 28, 1998
Sold
$35,000
West Penn MLS #200383
Oct 29, 1998
Sold
$38,000
Mar 31, 1998
Listed
$35,000
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$685 (+6.5%)
$20,300 + $5,700
$26,000
2025
$643 (+7.4%)
$20,300 + $5,700
$26,000
2024
$599
$20,300 + $5,700
$26,000
2023
$599 (+1.3%)
$20,300 + $5,700
$26,000
2022
$591
$20,300 + $5,700
$26,000
2021
$591 (+0.5%)
$20,300 + $5,700
$26,000
2020
$588
$20,300 + $5,700
$26,000
2019
$588
$20,300 + $5,700
$26,000
2018
$588
$20,300 + $5,700
$26,000
2017
$588 (−1.0%)
$20,300 + $5,700
$26,000
2015
$594
$20,300 + $5,700
$26,000
Public record
Beds
2
Baths
2
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
8,597 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,952
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
1,952
Year built
1920
Style
Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)
County
Allegheny County
APN
0044D00242000000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Oct 20, 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 98° 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
77/ 100
Good sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in Pittsburgh. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
7.5 hrs
5.8 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 2844 California Ave
$90,064
$5,564 over list price of $85K
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $42K to $215K.