$179,900

3261 Central Ave Brighton Heights, PA 15212

$2,136
Closing credit¹
2 beds
1 full, 1 partial
888 sqft
0.09 acres
$203 / sqft
House

Property details

About 3261 Central Ave

Welcome to 3261 Central Ave, a delightful, beautifully maintained brick bungalow. This charming home offers 2 spacious bedrooms and 1 beautifully updated bathroom across 888 square feet of thoughtfully designed living space. Nearly every corner of the home has been updated and upgraded including new appliances, electrical systems, kitchen and bath. The clean, humongous basement has enormous potential for additional living space—perfect for a home office, recreation room, or personal retreat! Situated on a generous corner lot, this property offers a peaceful outdoor space, fully fenced, with both on- and off-street parking and a storage shed. Newer central heating and cooling ensure year-round comfort. Beyond the front door, you’ll find convenience at every turn—with local amenities, public library, well maintained park, fire station and schools all within easy reach. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to own a cozy and character-filled home in the heart of Pittsburgh!

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size888 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.0861 Acres
Year built1954
ParkingOff Street, On Street
MLS #1703467

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Summary

  • Partial Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Appliances: Other, Convection Oven, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
  • Basement: Yes
  • Flooring Type: Hardwood, Carpet
  • Interior: Window Treatments
  • Total Bedroom Count: 2
  • Parking: Off Street, On Street
  • Architectural Style: Bungalow, Ranch
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • List Price: $179,900
  • Price/SqFt: $202
  • Directions: Brighton Road to Minott St to house on right. House is located on the corner of Central & Minott Streets
  • Year Built: 1954
  • Stories: 1
  • Living Area: 888 SqFt
  • Lot Size: 0.0861 Acres
  • MLS Number: 1703467
  • MLS Name: WESTPENN
  • Office Name: Coldwell Banker Realty
  • Office Phone: (412) 366-1600
  • Listing Agent: Scott Gabriel

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3261 Central Ave, Brighton Heights, PA 15212 - property entrance with brick siding

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3261 Central Ave

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Nearby schools

6

Bellevue Elementary School

Public District KG-6

1.8 mi

435 Lincoln Ave

6

Pittsburgh Allegheny K-5

Public Magnet PK-5

2.0 mi

810 Arch St

4

Pittsburgh Spring Hill

Public District KG-5

2.3 mi

1351 Damas St

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 $34,886. Typical income of Brighton Heights, PA residents is less than $<35k annually. Typical family type is single, no kids. The majority of residents in this area have high school diploma education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

50%
<35k
48%
35k-100k
2%
100k-200k
0%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree

What types of families live nearby?

56%
Single, No Kids
19%
Single, with Kids
18%
Married, No Kids
7%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

14%
<11 yrs old
9%
12-17 yrs old
23%
18-34 yrs old
42%
35-64 yrs old
12%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Pro BoxingPro Boxing
  • NHRA Drag RacingNHRA Drag Racing
  • Horse RacesHorse Races

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • Family DollarFamily Dollar
  • Big LotsBig Lots
  • Stein MartStein Mart

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • White CastleWhite Castle
  • Golden CorralGolden Corral
  • LongHorn SteakhouseLongHorn Steakhouse

What do the neighbors drive?

  • ChevroletChevrolet
  • KiaKia
  • BuickBuick

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • RockRock
  • Adult StandardsAdult Standards
  • Contemporary InspirationalContemporary Inspirational
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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About 3261 Central Ave

The listing price of 3261 Central Ave property is $179,900.

The property 3261 Central Ave is a house located in Brighton Heights, Pennsylvania, 15212.

Active Listing: 3261 Central Ave is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 3261 Central Ave are: Bellevue Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Pittsburgh Allegheny K-5 (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Pittsburgh Spring Hill (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Pittsburgh Morrow (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Propel Charter School-Northside (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Manchester Academic Charter School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Pittsburgh Perry High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Sto-Rox High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Northgate Middle/High School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10).

The property at 3261 Central Ave has 2 bedrooms and 1 full and 1 half bathrooms.

The property 3261 Central Ave is 888 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 3261 Central Ave is 1954.

This home is located at 3261 Central Ave in Brighton Heights, PA and zip code 15212 in the Marshall-Shadeland neighborhood. This 888 square foot home, which was built in 1954, sits on a 0.09 acre lot. Features: 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 29, 2025 and is currently priced at $179,900.

In May 2025, from all listings sold in Brighton Heights, PA there were more than 233 sold above asking price, over 302 sold below and more than 106 were sold right at the asked price. The number of homes for sale in Brighton Heights, PA increased by 12.2% between April and May 2025. Listings spent 47 days on the market in May 2025, and had a median list price of $253,634 during the same period.

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

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