$7,659 Closing Credit¹
#1687787, JULIE ROST, Listing Office: Berkshire Hathaway The Preferred Realty
$725,000 List price
5516 Kentucky Ave Shadyside, PA 15232
$8,609
Closing credit¹
5 beds
4 full
2,428 sqft
0.06 acres
$299 / sqft
House
Property details
About 5516 Kentucky Ave
Charm, character, and an unbeatable location — this lovingly maintained home in the heart of Shadyside has been cherished for 60 years and is ready for its next chapter. Just two blocks from trendy Walnut Street's shops and restaurants. The home features a welcoming front porch perfect for relaxing or greeting guests and a generous backyard with pavers and gardening space. Inside, a spacious foyer with rich wood paneling and staircase sets the tone. The open first floor boasts a light-filled living and dining area with hardwood floors, a fireplace, window seat, stained glass and high ceilings. Upstairs, you'll find three generously sized bedrooms, a den, and an updated full bath. The 3rd floor is a legal one-bedroom apartment with a kitchen and bath—perfect for guests, rental income, or flexible use as a primary suite, family room or office. New Roof 2024. Convenient to public transit, universities, and hospitals, this home blends classic appeal with modern opportunity.
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size2,428 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.0583 Acres
Year built1900
MLS #1696014
FireplaceDecorative
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Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 4
- Appliances: Other, Dryer, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
- Basement: Yes
- Flooring Type: Hardwood, Vinyl, Carpet
- Fireplace: Decorative
- Total Bedroom Count: 5
- Architectural Style: Three Story, Victorian
- Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $725,000
- Price/SqFt: $298
- Directions: Fifth Ave. to Aiken to Right on Kentucky.
- Year Built: 1900
- Stories: 3
- Living Area: 2,428 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.0583 Acres
- MLS Number: 1696014
- MLS Name: WESTPENN
- Office Name: Coldwell Banker Realty
- Office Phone: (412) 521-2222
- Listing Agent: Linda Corcoran
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Nearby schools
5
Pittsburgh Liberty K-5
Public Magnet KG-5
0.3 mi
•601 Filbert St
6
Pittsburgh Montessori K-5
Public Magnet PK-5
0.9 mi
•201 S Graham St
4
Pittsburgh Linden K-5
Public Magnet KG-5
0.9 mi
•725 S Linden Ave
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $39,909. The majority of Shadyside, PA residents have income less than $<35k annually. The most common type of family is single, no kids. Typical level of education for residents in this area is post secondary degree.
How much money do the neighbors make?
45%
<35k
34%
35k-100k
12%
100k-200k
9%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
No High School
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate
What types of families live nearby?
82%
Single, No Kids
1%
Single, with Kids
12%
Married, No Kids
5%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
4%
<11 yrs old
1%
12-17 yrs old
50%
18-34 yrs old
24%
35-64 yrs old
21%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Music Concerts
Art Museums
Tennis
Where do the neighbors shop?
H&M
Bloomingdales
Crate & Barrel
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Chipotle
Starbucks
Boston Market
What do the neighbors drive?
Volkswagen
Audi
BMW
What do the neighbors listen to?
Rhythmic Contemporary Hits
News- Alternative
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 5516 Kentucky Ave
The listing price of 5516 Kentucky Ave property is $725,000.
The property 5516 Kentucky Ave is a house located in Shadyside, Pennsylvania, 15232.
Active Listing: 5516 Kentucky Ave is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 5516 Kentucky Ave are: Pittsburgh Liberty K-5 (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Pittsburgh Montessori K-5 (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Pittsburgh Linden K-5 (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Pittsburgh Sterrett (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Pittsburgh Colfax (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Pittsburgh Greenfield (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Pittsburgh Online Academy (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Pittsburgh Allderdice High School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Pittsburgh Milliones (GreatSchools Rating 3/10).
The property at 5516 Kentucky Ave has 5 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms.
The property 5516 Kentucky Ave is 2,428 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 5516 Kentucky Ave is 1900.
This home is located at 5516 Kentucky Ave in Shadyside, PA and zip code 15232 in the Shadyside neighborhood. This 2,428 square foot home, which was built in 1900, sits on a 0.06 acre lot. Features: 5 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since April 11, 2025 and is currently priced at $725,000.
While more than 183 listings in Shadyside, PA in April 2025 were sold above asking price, there were more than 85 listings sold at asking price, and more than 256 were sold below. The number of homes for sale in Shadyside, PA increased by 14.5% between March and April 2025. Listings spent 53 days on the market in April 2025, and had a median list price of $251,580 during the same period.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.