Welcome to 2396 Foster Rd—a charming brick Cape Cod nestled on a quiet street in White Oak! Relax on the inviting covered front porch, perfect for summer evenings. Step inside to a spacious living room and a sunlit dining room with abundant natural light. The versatile bonus room on the main floor can serve as a den, office, or convenient first-floor master, complemented by an updated full bath. Upstairs, two comfortable bedrooms offer generous closet space and a second full bathroom. The large basement provides endless possibilities for a game room, gym, or additional bedroom. Enjoy a beautifully maintained backyard ideal for entertaining, plus a 1-car integral garage and extra parking via the rear alley. All this in a fantastic location close to Lincoln Way shops and restaurants, Penn State Greater Allegheny, public transportation, and major highways—making daily commutes and errands a breeze!
Charming brick Cape Cod featuring a delightful covered front porch! This home boasts a newer kitchen, newer windows with elegant marble sills, and a spacious game room in the lower level. With the option of street parking or using the back driveway leading to a garage, convenience is a given. While this home could use a little TLC, it offers a fantastic location close to Penn State, shopping, public transportation, and major highways.
West Penn MLS #1308836
Apr 9, 2018
Sold
$89,500
$75/sq ft
Jan 11, 2018
Contingent
—
Jan 9, 2018
Price Changed
$84,500
$70/sq ft
Oct 21, 2017
Listed
$89,900
$75/sq ft
+9
Cute, Brick Cape Cod with Covered front porch (Owners kept bushes manicured high for porch privacy), New Kitchen, Newer Windows w/ Marble window sills. Cozy 23 x 17 Finished Game Room. Garage access around back. Close to shopping and minutes from Route 30. Home is in need of some TLC.
Public Records
Feb 1, 1993
Sold
$48,000
$40/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$2,322 (−22.0%)
$26,300 + $37,500
$63,800
2025
$2,977 (+4.9%)
$26,300 + $55,500
$81,800
2024
$2,838 (+3.0%)
$26,300 + $55,500
$81,800
2023
$2,756
$26,300 + $55,500
$81,800
2022
$2,756
$26,300 + $55,500
$81,800
2021
$2,756 (+7.6%)
$26,300 + $55,500
$81,800
2020
$2,560 (+2.2%)
$26,300 + $55,500
$81,800
2019
$2,505 (+37.7%)
$26,300 + $55,500
$81,800
2018
$1,819 (+1.4%)
$26,300 + $37,500
$63,800
2017
$1,794 (+6.5%)
$26,300 + $37,500
$63,800
2015
$1,684
$26,300 + $37,500
$63,800
Tax history for 2396 Foster Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$2,322 (−22.0%)
$26,300 + $37,500
$63,800
2025
$2,977 (+4.9%)
$26,300 + $55,500
$81,800
2024
$2,838 (+3.0%)
$26,300 + $55,500
$81,800
2023
$2,756
$26,300 + $55,500
$81,800
2022
$2,756
$26,300 + $55,500
$81,800
2021
$2,756 (+7.6%)
$26,300 + $55,500
$81,800
2020
$2,560 (+2.2%)
$26,300 + $55,500
$81,800
2019
$2,505 (+37.7%)
$26,300 + $55,500
$81,800
2018
$1,819 (+1.4%)
$26,300 + $37,500
$63,800
2017
$1,794 (+6.5%)
$26,300 + $37,500
$63,800
2015
$1,684
$26,300 + $37,500
$63,800
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
1.5
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
8,033 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,200
Year built
1955
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Allegheny County
APN
0461L00390000000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 20, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Garage/Carport Information
Has Garage
Has Attached Garage
Parking
Features: Built In
# of Parking (Total): 1
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
Room Information
# of Rooms (Total): 7
Has Basement
Room 1 Information
Game Room
Level: Basement
Dimensions: 23x17
Room 2 Information
Bedroom 3
Level: Upper
Dimensions: 13x12
Room 3 Information
Bedroom 2
Level: Upper
Dimensions: 13x12
Room 4 Information
Primary Bedroom
Level: Main
Dimensions: 12x11
Room 5 Information
Kitchen
Level: Main
Dimensions: 10x09
Room 6 Information
Dining Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 12x08
Room 7 Information
Living Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 18x11
Equipment
Appliances: Dishwasher, Refrigerator
Interior Features
Window Features: Multi Pane
Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Hardwood
Exterior
Building Information
Roof Details: Asphalt
Construction Details: Brick
Lot Information
Lot Size Area: 0.1844
Lot Size Acres: 0.1844
Lot Size Dimensions: 0.1844
Property Information
Resale
Financial
Assessments and Fees
Assessed Value: $81,800
Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $2,838
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Has Heating
Heating: Forced Air, Gas
Location
Community Information
Community Features: Public Transportation
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,200
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 8,033 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1955
Year Renovated: —
County: Allegheny County
APN: 0461L00390000000
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Founders Hall School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.6mi
3/10
McKeesport Area Senior High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.5mi
3/10
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Lifestyle
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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
4/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 97° expected this year, 18 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
0% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
5/10 Air Factor
9 unhealthy days expected this year, 11 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
White Oak, PA • 15131
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 8.1 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$191,000 – $231,000
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