$1,484

closing credit¹

15 Bascom Ave Observatory Hill, PA 15214

$125,000
6 beds
1 full, 1 partial
2,557 sqft
0.2 acres
$49 / sqft
House

Property details

About 15 Bascom Ave

Observatory Hill grande dame boasts a treasure trove of preserved architectural detailing, a fenced in yard + driveway, and 3 levels of living space across 2500+ square feet. A roomy front porch presents a proper entry foyer complete with grand staircase. Pocket doors, ultra high ceilings, and original fireplaces + built-ins adorn the living / dining rooms, kitchen and half bath. Floors 2 and 3 host a full hall bathroom and 6 private bedrooms - offering an abundance of space for functional and cosmetic improvements. Outside, a new deck overlooks a coveted fully-fenced .25 acre yard with sweeping views of the northern hills. Enjoy a newer roof, furnace, electrical panel, and a private driveway that stretches to the rear of the property. This one-of-a-kind opportunity to create the grand city home of your dreams should not be missed.

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
StatusSale Pending
(Pending)
Size2,557 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.2494 Acres
Year built1910
ParkingOff Street
MLS #1685709
FireplaceDecorative

Summary

  • MLS Number: 1685709
  • MLS Name: WESTPENN
  • Office Name: Piatt Sotheby'S International Realty
  • Office Phone: (412) 471-4900
  • Office Email: info@piattsir.com
  • Listing Agent: Emily Fraser

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Nearby schools

6

Bellevue Elementary School

Public District KG-6

1.7 mi

435 Lincoln Ave

7

West View Elementary School

Public District KG-6

2.0 mi

47 Chalfonte Ave

5

Avalon Elementary School

Public District KG-6

2.4 mi

721 California Ave

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $54,070. The most common annual income of people living in Observatory Hill, PA is between $35k-100k. Residents typically live in single, no kids family. The most common level of education of people living in this area is post secondary degree.

How much money do the neighbors make?

34%
<35k
52%
35k-100k
13%
100k-200k
1%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree

What types of families live nearby?

49%
Single, No Kids
12%
Single, with Kids
26%
Married, No Kids
13%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

12%
<11 yrs old
7%
12-17 yrs old
23%
18-34 yrs old
44%
35-64 yrs old
14%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • College BasketballCollege Basketball
  • Horse RacesHorse Races
  • Mexican League SoccerMexican League Soccer

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • DillardsDillards
  • Stein MartStein Mart
  • Books-a-MillionBooks-a-Million

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • Logan's RoadhouseLogan's Roadhouse
  • LongHorn SteakhouseLongHorn Steakhouse
  • Church's ChickenChurch's Chicken

What do the neighbors drive?

  • HyundaiHyundai
  • BuickBuick
  • ToyotaToyota

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • RockRock
  • Contemporary InspirationalContemporary Inspirational
  • Adult HitsAdult Hits
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Frequently asked questions

About 15 Bascom Ave

This home is located at 15 Bascom Ave in Observatory Hill, PA and zip code 15214 in the Perry North neighborhood. This 2,557 square foot home, which was built in 1910, sits on a 0.25 acre lot. Features: 6 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since January 22, 2025 and is currently priced at $125,000.

In January 2025 more than 62 listings in Observatory Hill, PA were sold above the asking price. During the same period more than 50 listings were sold at asking price, while more than 219 were sold below. The number of homes for sale in Observatory Hill, PA decreased by 2.7% between December and January 2025. While the average time on the market in January 2025 was 62 days, the median list price was $250,016.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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