Address
303 Attica St, Pittsburgh, PA
Price
$ 45,000
Property Attributes
- MLS#1773680
- TypeSingle Family
- Listing Status Active
- CountyAllegheny-West
- CityPittsburgh
- AreaElliott
- Zip15220
- Style
- Year Built1900
- Taxes$ 1096
- Price$ 45,000
- Bedrooms3
- Full Bathrooms1
- Half Bathrooms0
- Sqr Footage1392
- Lot Size0.1377 Acres
Data Source:
West Penn MLS (WPMLS)
Property Description
Not every property is meant for a weekend makeover, and 303 Attica Street makes no attempt to pretend otherwise. This newly listed Pittsburgh house is an ambitious renovation or possible redevelopment opportunity offering three bedrooms, one bathroom, seven rooms, and approximately 1,392 square feet across two traditional stories. It needs extensive work, substantial funding, and an experienced eye—but the setting may make the challenge worthwhile. Perched against a green hillside, the property feels surprisingly removed from the city below. Mature trees and dense vegetation surround the house, creating the atmosphere of a tucked-away treehouse retreat. Trim back the trees and greenery, and a partial view of Downtown may emerge. The overgrown yard also offers room for a future outdoor plan, whether that eventually means gardens, terraces, gathering areas, or simply a quieter place to enjoy the hillside. Please arrive with realistic expectations. The house has suffered water damage, the roof is beyond a patch job, and the structure may be near teardown condition. This is not a cosmetic fixer where paint and new cabinet hardware save the day. Buyers should anticipate a major rehabilitation and obtain professional inspections, environmental evaluations, contractor estimates, and structural guidance before proceeding. Depending on those findings, renovation or demolition and new construction may be considered, subject to all required municipal reviews and approvals. Parking is another interesting piece of the picture. A large cul-de-sac turnaround provides considerable space near the property, though buyers should independently verify boundaries, ownership, parking rights, and permitted use. Two neighboring parcels are owned by the city of Pittsburgh and are not included in this sale but they may potentially be available for purchase separately. The location brings a useful contrast: plenty of privacy and greenery at home, with major Pittsburgh destinations only minutes away. West End Elliott Overlook Park is nearby, while Rivers Casino, Acrisure Stadium, PNC Park, and Downtown are within convenient reach. Access to the parkway network helps simplify travel toward Downtown and other city neighborhoods in one direction, with connections toward Interstate 79 and Pittsburgh International Airport in the other. Parkway West access also keeps additional neighborhoods and employment centers approachable without making the hillside setting feel any less secluded. For the right buyer, the price point and land setting may create an uncommon chance to rethink a city property from the ground up. It is rough, overgrown, and unquestionably demanding—but it also has privacy, parking potential, a possible skyline glimpse, and a location close to Pittsburgh’s core. If serious renovation does not scare you, bring your contractor, wear sturdy shoes, and arrange a private showing today!
| Price History | |
|---|---|
| 9/11/2026 | Listed $45,000 |
General Features
| Sewer | Public Sewer |
|---|---|
| Roof | Asphalt |
| Architectural Style | Colonial,Two Story |
| Pool Features | None |
| Construction Materials | Frame |
| Year Built | 1900 |
| Stories Count | 2 |
| Levels | Two |
| Property Subtype | Single Family Residence |
| Community Features | Public Transportation |
| County | Allegheny-West |
| Property Type | Residential |
| Full Baths | 1 |
| Status | Active |
| Directions | FOLLOW STEUBEN STREET TO CHARTIERS AVENUE. FOLLOW CHARTIERS AVE TO FINCH STREET. TAKE FINCH TO FURLEY ST. TAKE FURLEY BALFOUR STREET. FOLLOW BALFOUR TO ATTICA. PARK IN LARGE TURN AROUND AREA. |
| City | Elliott |
| High School District | Pittsburgh |
| MLS Area | Elliott |
| Lot Size Units | Acres |
| Tax Annual Amount | 1096 |
| Home Warranty Y/N | false |
| Property Condition | Resale |
| MLS Area Minor | Elliott |
| Standard Status | Active |
| Middle/Junior School District | Pittsburgh |
| Elementary School District | Pittsburgh |
| Tax Assessed Value | 41600 |
| Virtual Tour | https://tour.thepreferredrealty.com/303-Attica-St-PA-15220 |
| Property Sub Type Additional | Single Family Residence |
| PostalCity | Pittsburgh |
Interior Features
| Basement | Unfinished,Walk-Out Access |
|---|---|
| Flooring | Other |
| Basement (Y/N) | true |
| Total Bedrooms | 3 |
| Total Baths | 1 |
Exterior Features
| Parking Features | On Street |
|---|---|
| Water Source | Public |
| Total Parking | 4 |
| Lot Size Area | 0.1377 |
| Building Area Total | 1392 |
| Lot Dimensions | 0.1377 |
| Lot Size Acres | 0.1377 |
Amenities
- Foreclosure
- Views
- Short Sale
- New Construction
- Adult 55+
- Lease To Own
- No HOA Fees
- Furnished
- Primary On Main
- Air Conditioning
- Seller Finance
- Green
- Fixer Upper
- Horse
- Golf
- Fireplace
- Deck
- Garage
- Basement
- Pool
Property vs Single Family Average in 15220
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Year Built
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