$350,000

3503 Melwood Ave Polish Hill, PA 15213

$4,156
Closing credit¹
3 beds
1 full
1,609 sqft
0.05 acres
$218 / sqft
House

Property details

About 3503 Melwood Ave

Rare 1861 Victorian in the heart of Polish Hill! From the gracious front entry to the sunroom overlooking the private yard, this home is packed with soul and style. You'll love the tall ceilings, vintage fireplaces, original woodwork, lovely chandeliers, and restored door hardware. These timeless details speak to a bygone era, while thoughtful updates make everyday living easy. The first floor sunroom offers a quiet retreat filled with natural light. The second floor features two spacious bedrooms, and the third floor includes a large bedroom and an adjoining bonus room—ideal for a den, studio, or office. The original bathroom features a clawfoot tub and period sink. A walk-out basement leads to a private deck and landscaped yard, perfect for relaxing or entertaining. Walkable to Lawrenceville, Oakland, the Strip & Downtown—this Polish Hill gem is truly one-of-a-kind!

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingNatural Gas
StatusAccepting Backup Offers
(Contingent)
CoolingWall Unit(s)
Size1,609 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.0455 Acres
Year built1861
ParkingOn Street
MLS #1694986
FireplaceDecorative

Summary

  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Appliances: Other, Dryer, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
  • Basement: Yes
  • Flooring Type: Hardwood, Other
  • Interior: Window Treatments
  • Fireplace: Decorative
  • Total Bedroom Count: 3
  • Parking: On Street
  • Architectural Style: Other
  • Heating: Natural Gas
  • Cooling: Wall Unit(s)
  • List Price: $350,000
  • Price/SqFt: $217
  • Year Built: 1861
  • Living Area: 1,609 SqFt
  • Lot Size: 0.0455 Acres
  • MLS Number: 1694986
  • MLS Name: WESTPENN
  • Office Name: Howard Hanna Real Estate Services
  • Office Phone: (412) 967-2900
  • Listing Agent: April Hubal

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Nearby schools

5

Pittsburgh Woolslair

Public District EE-5

0.4 mi

501 40th St

5

Pittsburgh Arsenal

Public District EE-5

0.6 mi

215 39th St

5

Pittsburgh Weil

Public District EE-5

1.2 mi

2250 Centre 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 $44,276. The majority of Polish Hill, PA residents have income less than $<35k annually. Residents typically live in single, no kids family. Most residents in this area have post secondary degree education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

42%
<35k
33%
35k-100k
22%
100k-200k
3%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree

What types of families live nearby?

61%
Single, No Kids
8%
Single, with Kids
21%
Married, No Kids
10%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

11%
<11 yrs old
4%
12-17 yrs old
32%
18-34 yrs old
39%
35-64 yrs old
14%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • TennisTennis
  • Pro BoxingPro Boxing
  • Music ConcertsMusic Concerts

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • Crate & BarrelCrate & Barrel
  • IKEAIKEA
  • H&MH&M

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • StarbucksStarbucks
  • QuiznosQuiznos
  • ChipotleChipotle

What do the neighbors drive?

  • BMWBMW
  • LexusLexus
  • VolkswagenVolkswagen

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • NewsNews
  • Soft Adult ContemporarySoft Adult Contemporary
  • Rhythmic Contemporary HitsRhythmic Contemporary Hits
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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About 3503 Melwood Ave

The listing price of 3503 Melwood Ave property is $350,000.

The property 3503 Melwood Ave is a house located in Polish Hill, Pennsylvania, 15213.

Accepting Backup Offers: 3503 Melwood Ave is Accepting Backup Offers (Active Under Contract), there is still a chance to have your real estate agent submit an offer.

The nearby schools for 3503 Melwood Ave are: Pittsburgh Woolslair (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Pittsburgh Arsenal (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Pittsburgh Weil (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Pittsburgh Arsenal (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Provident Charter School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Pittsburgh Schiller (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Pittsburgh Milliones (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Pittsburgh Online Academy (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Passport Academy Charter School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10).

The property at 3503 Melwood Ave has 3 bedrooms and 1 bathroom.

The property 3503 Melwood Ave is 1,609 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 3503 Melwood Ave is 1861.

This home is located at 3503 Melwood Ave in Polish Hill, PA and zip code 15219 in the Polish Hill neighborhood. This 1,609 square foot home, which was built in 1861, sits on a 0.05 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since April 3, 2025 and is currently priced at $350,000.

In April 2025, from all listings sold in Polish Hill, PA there were more than 183 sold above asking price, over 256 sold below and more than 85 were sold right at the asked price. Between March and April 2025, Polish Hill, PA real estate market has seen increase in the number of listings by 14.5%. While the average time on the market in April 2025 was 53 days, the median list price was $251,580.

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

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