MOVE-RIGHT-IN and make yourself at home! This charming home combines original character with comfortable living spaces and a fantastic location. Situated on a quiet, tree-lined street, the home welcomes you with a covered front porch and an abundance of natural light. Inside, beautiful hardwood floors flow throughout the first and second floors, complementing the home’s original charm and character. The spacious living room provides plenty of room to relax and gather, while the bright, inviting layout makes the home feel warm and welcoming. Step outside to enjoy the deck overlooking a fenced-in yard — a wonderful space for morning coffee, entertaining, gardening, or simply enjoying the outdoors. The fenced yard also provides a great private retreat. The finished basement adds valuable additional living space, featuring a comfortable family room along with plenty of storage. A classic Pittsburgh potty adds to the basement’s functionality and local character. Location is a major bonus! Downtown Pittsburgh is close by, while Riverview Park is within walking distance, offering scenic bike and walking trails and easy access to nature and recreation. With its hardwood floors, original details, natural light, generous living room, finished basement, fenced yard, and convenient location, this home offers an exciting opportunity to enjoy the character and convenience of Pittsburgh living. Come see the charm and possibilities for yourself!
Single-familyProperty Type
1930Year Built
2,922 sq ftLot Size
$120Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by • BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY THE PREFERRED REALTY
Perry North, located between Riverview Park and the Ohio River, is a residential and hillside Pittsburgh neighborhood with steep, tree-lined streets and broad skyline views. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Observatory Hill area near Riverview Avenue and Perrysville Avenue, where corner shops, takeout counters, and bus stops set a steady, lived-in rhythm. Rows of early-20th-century brick houses and compact apartment buildings follow the slopes, with stair streets stitching blocks together. Riverview Park’s trails and overlooks shape daily routines, while the Allegheny Observatory adds a quiet academic note. Nearby, the National Aviary and the Riverview Park Chapel Shelter provide familiar gathering backdrops.
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Market insights
33 Defoe St · $150,000
DAYS ON MARKET
32 days
The average home goes pending in 53 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
97.5%
Most homes are selling 3% below list price.
LIST PRICE
$150,000
Median sale price in this area is $269,443. (80% higher than this home)
PRICE DROP
0 price drops
26% 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
Full basement with walk-up access
Two fireplaces serving the dining room and family/living room
Total of 8 rooms
Bedrooms
Three bedrooms (upper level)
Bathrooms
One full bathroom
Kitchen
Kitchen on main level
Stove
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
Some gas appliances
Laundry & utility
Laundry room on lower level
Flooring
Ceramic tile
Hardwood
Heating & cooling
Forced air gas heating
Central air conditioning
Exterior features
32 x 89 lot dimensions
Public transportation nearby
Home design
2-story frame home
Asphalt roof
Resale property
Parking
On-street parking
Construction
Frame construction
Asphalt roof
Utilities
Public water
Public sewer
Electricity and solar
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MOVE-RIGHT-IN! Great Home, beautiful HW floors, lots of original charm, nwr furnace & air, deck overlooks fenced-in yd & gardens, cvrd frnt prch, HOME WARRANTY! * * 12 HOUR NOTICE TO SHOW * *
West Penn MLS #623020
Feb 5, 2007
Sold
$84,500
$68/sq ft
Jun 8, 2006
Listed
$90,000
$72/sq ft
+3
LOVELY! Easy to show! Many orig. details. H/W throughout, new roof & win, 2 FP, deck overlooks terraced & landscaped yd. Near Park. Home War. * NO SUN. SHOW * DON'T LET CAT OUT.
West Penn MLS #361871
May 24, 2002
Sold
$69,000
$55/sq ft
Nov 10, 2001
Listed
$75,000
$60/sq ft
Public Records
Oct 4, 1993
Sold
$53,400
$43/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$1,742 (+6.5%)
$15,900 + $50,200
$66,100
2025
$1,635 (+7.4%)
$15,900 + $50,200
$66,100
2024
$1,523
$15,900 + $50,200
$66,100
2023
$1,523 (+1.3%)
$15,900 + $50,200
$66,100
2022
$1,503
$15,900 + $50,200
$66,100
2021
$1,503 (+0.5%)
$15,900 + $50,200
$66,100
2020
$1,496
$15,900 + $50,200
$66,100
2019
$1,496
$15,900 + $50,200
$66,100
2018
$1,496
$15,900 + $50,200
$66,100
2017
$1,495 (−10.0%)
$15,900 + $50,200
$66,100
2015
$1,661
$15,900 + $50,200
$66,100
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
1
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
2,925 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,248
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
1,248
Year built
1930
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Allegheny County
APN
0115H00163000000
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
0% chance of strong winds in 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 • 15214
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Sun exposure
80/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in Pittsburgh. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
7.7 hrs
5.3 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 33 Defoe St
$153,717
$3,717 over list price of $150K
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