OFF MARKET

Off Market Jun 2019 for $1.8M

$2,695,301

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $9,667/mo

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4,531

sq ft

538 Backbone Rd, Sewickley, PA 15143

About this home

Located on 7 rolling acres, in the heart of Sewickley Heights, this premier and private location is close to the Village and schools with sweeping panoramic view all the way to the Ohio River. Incredible gathering space is afforded in the 25' x 21" brand new gourmet kitchen with Brazilian Fusion oversized island and countertops, restaurant quality appliances like Wolf gas range and double chefs ovens & Sub Zero refrigerator, 2 Miele dishwashers with a wall of windows providing panoramic views of the rear grounds, and heated pool. Large family room with elevated hip ceilings w/ adjacent wet bar area & wine storage. Main level master suite with separate his and hers dressing areas, 2 full baths and direct access to the private side stone patio. Multiple double doors across the back of the house lead onto the sprawling Blue Stone patio with access to heated pool. This home has a classic traditional design, but with open floor plan and oversized rooms. Hardwood floors throughout.

Single-familyProperty Type

1962Year Built

$595Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

1 garage spacesParking

Listed by • BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY THE PREFERRED REALTY

Bought with Erica Clark • RE/MAX SELECT REALTY

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•Source:West Penn MLS #1384920

Redfin Estimate

$2,695,301

$842K since sold in June 2019$233K since July

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This home's estimate is 34.7% higher than the average sale price ($2.00M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD JUN 30, 2026
$1,500,000
A
4 beds5.5 baths4,180 sq ft
552 Backbone Rd, Sewickley, PA 15143
SOLD JUN 5, 2026
$1,800,000
B
4 beds3.5 baths4,051 sq ft
661 Canterbury Ln, Sewickley, PA 15143
SOLD AUG 3, 2026
$2,050,000
C
4 beds4.5 baths5,166 sq ft
600 Backbone Rd, Sewickley, PA 15143
SOLD JUL 31, 2026
$3,000,000
D
4 beds4 baths5,400 sq ft
516 Irwin Dr, Sewickley, PA 15143
SOLD JUL 1, 2026
$1,750,000
E
5 beds3.5 baths3,650 sq ft
714 Irwin Dr, Sewickley, PA 15143
SOLD MAY 4, 2026
$1,910,000
F
4 beds4.5 baths3,715 sq ft
855 Blackburn Rd, Sewickley, PA 15143

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Market trends in 15143, PA

Last updated July 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Balanced market

Sale-to-List Price

99.4%

0.4% MoM

Median sale price

$575K

$92K MoM

Avg. days on market

50d

1 days MoM

Recently sold homes

19 MoM

New listings for sale

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$440,000
3 beds2.5 baths2,028 sq ft
1861 Louisville, Sewickley, PA 15143
BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY THE PREFERRED REALTY
OPEN SUN, 1PM TO 3PM
$474,900
5 beds2 baths2,007 sq ft
707 Nevin Ave, Sewickley, PA 15143
COLDWELL BANKER REALTY
NEW 24 HRS AGO
$245,000
3 beds1 bath1,200 sq ft
1737 Big Sewickley Creek Rd, Sewickley, PA 15143
COLDWELL BANKER REALTY
$624,900
4 beds2.5 baths3,521 sq ft
518 Cooney Hollow Rd, Sewickley, PA 15143
AGRESTI REAL ESTATE
$265,000
2 beds1 bath990 sq ft
646 Camp Meeting Rd, Sewickley, PA 15143
COMPASS PENNSYLVANIA, LLC
$239,000
1 bed1 bath— sq ft
136 Centennial Ave #305, Sewickley, PA 15143
BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY THE PREFERRED REALTY
$475,000
3 beds2.5 baths2,126 sq ft
1720 St Johns Ln, Sewickley, PA 15143
KELLER WILLIAMS STEEL CITY
$575,000
4 beds3 baths— sq ft
617 Straight St, Sewickley, PA 15143
PIATT SOTHEBY'S INTERNATIONAL REALTY
$585,000
4 beds2.5 baths2,424 sq ft
1915 Markley Dr, Sewickley, PA 15143
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Sale history for 538 Backbone Rd

Date

Event

Price

West Penn MLS #1384920

Jun 28, 2019

Sold

$1,853,688

$409/sq ft

Jun 21, 2019

Pending

—

Jun 6, 2019

Contingent

—

Jun 6, 2019

Pending

—

Mar 15, 2019

Listed

$2,100,000

$463/sq ft

West Penn MLS #1309355

Jun 17, 2018

Delisted

—

Apr 30, 2018

Price Changed

$2,600,000

$574/sq ft

Oct 25, 2017

Listed

$2,800,000

$618/sq ft

Public Records

Sep 3, 2013

Sold

$1,525,000

$337/sq ft

Public Records

Apr 4, 1983

Sold

$427,500

$94/sq ft

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Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$42,622 (+2.5%)

$126,700 + $1,126,700

$1,253,400

2025

$41,571 (+7.5%)

$126,700 + $1,126,700

$1,253,400

2024

$38,677 (+2.0%)

$126,700 + $1,126,700

$1,253,400

2023

$37,936 (+1.9%)

$126,700 + $1,126,700

$1,253,400

2022

$37,227 (+2.2%)

$126,700 + $1,126,700

$1,253,400

2021

$36,417 (+13.7%)

$126,700 + $1,126,700

$1,253,400

2020

$32,024 (+1.9%)

$126,700 + $1,099,400

$1,226,100

2019

$31,417 (+1.8%)

$126,700 + $951,500

$1,078,200

2018

$30,870 (+4.2%)

$126,700 + $951,500

$1,078,200

2017

$29,616 (−10.9%)

$126,700 + $951,500

$1,078,200

2015

$33,256

$330,500 + $951,500

$1,282,000

Tax history for 538 Backbone Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$42,622 (+2.5%)

$126,700 + $1,126,700

$1,253,400

2025

$41,571 (+7.5%)

$126,700 + $1,126,700

$1,253,400

2024

$38,677 (+2.0%)

$126,700 + $1,126,700

$1,253,400

2023

$37,936 (+1.9%)

$126,700 + $1,126,700

$1,253,400

2022

$37,227 (+2.2%)

$126,700 + $1,126,700

$1,253,400

2021

$36,417 (+13.7%)

$126,700 + $1,126,700

$1,253,400

2020

$32,024 (+1.9%)

$126,700 + $1,099,400

$1,226,100

2019

$31,417 (+1.8%)

$126,700 + $951,500

$1,078,200

2018

$30,870 (+4.2%)

$126,700 + $951,500

$1,078,200

2017

$29,616 (−10.9%)

$126,700 + $951,500

$1,078,200

2015

$33,256

$330,500 + $951,500

$1,282,000

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Beds

Baths

5.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

7.85 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

4,531

Year built

1962

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Allegheny County

APN

0603P00175000000

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 21, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Garage/Carport Information
Has Garage
Has Attached Garage

Parking
Features: Attached, Garage, Garage Door Opener
# of Parking (Total): 3

Interior

Virtual Tour

Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 5
# of Half Bathrooms: 1

Room Information
# of Rooms (Total): 11
Has Basement
Basement Information: Full, Walk-Out Access

Room 1 Information
Laundry
Level: Main
Dimensions: 9X5

Room 2 Information
Family Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 18X22

Room 3 Information
Bedroom 4
Level: Main
Dimensions: 14X14

Room 4 Information
Kitchen
Level: Main
Dimensions: 21X24

Room 5 Information
Living Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 15X25

Room 6 Information
Entry/Foyer
Level: Main
Dimensions: 10X11

Room 7 Information
Bedroom 5
Level: Main
Dimensions: 14X19

Room 8 Information
Master Bedroom
Level: Main
Dimensions: 17X18

Room 9 Information
Dining Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 16X18

Room 10 Information
Bedroom 3
Level: Main
Dimensions: 13X15

Room 11 Information
Bedroom 2
Level: Main
Dimensions: 13X16

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 4

Equipment
Appliances: Some Gas Appliances, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove

Interior Features
Flooring: Hardwood, Tile, Carpet
Other Features: Jetted Tub, Kitchen Island

Exterior

Building Information
Roof Details: Asphalt
Construction Details: Brick

Pool and Spa Information
Pool Features: Pool

Lot Information
Lot Size Dimensions: 7.846

Property Information
Resale

Financial

Assessments and Fees
Assessed Value: $1,300,000

Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $30,870

Utilities

Utility Information
Sewer: Septic Tank
Water Source: Public

Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Has Heating
Heating: Forced Air, Gas

Public facts

Beds: 4
Baths: 5.5
Sq. Ft.: 4,531
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 7.85 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1962
Year Renovated: —
County: Allegheny County
APN: 0603P00175000000

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 21, 2026

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Schools

Edgeworth Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.8mi

8/10

Quaker Valley Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.1mi

9/10

Quaker Valley High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.5mi

10/10

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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

2 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years

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Estimated sale price

$2.56M – $3.10M

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Home values near 538 Backbone Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
537 Backbone Rd, Sewickley, PA 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 8990 Sq. Ft.	$2,710,185
455 Backbone Rd, Sewickley, PA 6 Beds \| 8 Baths \| 7942 Sq. Ft.	$3,898,578

Address	Redfin Estimate
564 Backbone Rd, Sewickley, PA 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 2909 Sq. Ft.	$1,165,958
454 Backbone Rd, Sewickley, PA 5 Beds \| 4.5 Baths \| 5187 Sq. Ft.	$2,007,174

Address	Redfin Estimate
442 Backbone Rd, Sewickley, PA 5 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 6639 Sq. Ft.	$2,111,346
512 Backbone Rd, Sewickley, PA 5 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$2,447,347

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