Nestled in the tranquil beauty of Sewickley Heights and just minutes from Sewickley Village, this custom-built home blends timeless charm with modern comforts. Surrounded by rolling meadows, a peaceful water feature, stone walls, and mature trees, the property offers privacy and pastoral elegance. Inside, the thoughtful layout features 4 bedrooms and 5 baths, including a main-level bedroom with a full bath—ideal as a home office or guest suite. The newly renovated kitchen is a standout, with quartz and stainless countertops, stainless steel appliances, wide pumpkin pine plank floors, skylights, and a cozy fireplace. It opens to both a sitting room with terrace access. The expansive living room boasts tall windows, a wood-burning fireplace, built-ins, and window seats. The formal dining room connects to a screened dining porch. Upstairs, the primary suite is a serene retreat with a corner fireplace, private deck, hardwood floors, and dual bathrooms and closets. Two additional bedrooms feature en-suite baths and ample storage. The lower level offers a large laundry room, two-car garage, workshop, cedar closet, and customizable unfinished space. Architectural details inspired by Virginia shine throughout, from splayed window openings and intricate mouldings to tall double-hung windows and a charming wraparound porch. With a composite slate roof, stucco exterior, plaster walls, and well-maintained mechanicals, this home is as functional as it is beautiful.
Single-familyProperty Type
1984Year Built
5.44 acresLot Size
$359Price/Sq.Ft.
2 spacesParking
Listed by • COMPASS PENNSYLVANIA, LLC
Bought with Nicole Kriebel• COMPASS PENNSYLVANIA, LLC
Est. $3,894 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 552 Backbone Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
West Penn MLS #1750685
Jun 30, 2026
Sold
$1,500,000
$359/sq ft
Jun 25, 2026
Pending
—
Apr 27, 2026
Listed
—
Apr 27, 2026
Listed
$1,500,000
$359/sq ft
West Penn MLS #1449977
Jun 8, 2020
Listed
$1,359,924
$325/sq ft
+20
Situated in Sewickley Heights, this custom-built colonial looks like it’s been pulled from a storybook. With over 5 acres of lush foliage you’ll know that privacy and detail are key features to this home. The meticulous landscaping and a babbling brook set the stage. Enjoy the peaceful surroundings from the wraparound porch. Inside you’ll find that character and charm mingle with tasteful updates and high-end finishes. Hardwoods can be found throughout the home including the pumpkin pine from New Hampshire in the gourmet kitchen which offers high-end stainless-steel appliances and the warmth of a fireplace. The home features a large sunken living room with built-ins, stunning woodwork, and fireplace as a focal point. The owner’s suite has a balcony overlooking the grounds, hardwoods, fireplace, and resort like amenities with the en-suite bath. Just minutes from shopping and dining in Sewickley Village. Conveniently located affording a short commute time downtown or to PIT airport.