#1679509, Meg Smith, Listing office: Compass Pennsylvania, Llc
$2,950,000 List price
601 Backbone Rd Sewickley Heights, PA 15143
3 beds
3 full
3,947 sqft
16.0 acres
$747 / sqft
House
Property details
About 601 Backbone Rd
At the end of a quiet drive in Sewickley Heights, 601 Backbone Road unfolds across 16 rolling acres—a legacy estate once part of Farmhill Dairy, now beautifully reimagined. The main house, a refined former Guernsey Barn, offers a traditional layout with light-filled rooms, a chef’s kitchen, two main-level bedroom suites, and a serene upstairs primary. Just beyond, a spectacular 3-level entertaining barn stuns with reclaimed wormy chestnut, vaulted great hall with stone fireplace, bar, lounge, and theater space. Two original cottages—one ideal for guests, the other for office or studio—add flexibility. A six-car garage, cobblestone paths, slate roofs, and radiant-heated floors complete the picture. From its pastoral setting to its rich architectural soul, this is a once-in-a-generation opportunity in the heart of Sewickley Heights.
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingNatural Gas, Hot Water
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size3,947 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size16 Acres
Year built1970
ParkingDetached, Garage, Garage Door Opener
MLS #1704091
FireplaceFamily/Living/Great Room, Primary Bedroom
Virtual tour
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- Appliances: Other, Dryer, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
- Basement: Yes
- Flooring Type: Hardwood, Tile
- Interior: Kitchen Island
- Fireplace: Family/Living/Great Room, Primary Bedroom
- Total Bedroom Count: 3
- Attached Garage: No
- Parking: Detached, Garage, Garage Door Opener
- Architectural Style: Two Story
- Heating: Natural Gas, Hot Water
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $2,950,000
- Price/SqFt: $747
- Directions: From the center of Sewickley Village, take Beaver Street to R Grove Street to merge onto Backbone Road. At 2nd stop, take a sharp right into the driveway
- Year Built: 1970
- Stories: 2
- Living Area: 3,947 SqFt
- Lot Size: 16 Acres
- MLS Number: 1704091
- MLS Name: WESTPENN
- Office Name: Piatt Sotheby'S International Realty
- Office Phone: (412) 471-4900
- Office Email: pittsburgh@sothebysrealty.com
- Listing Agent: Kathleen Barge
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Nearby schools
8
Edgeworth Elementary School
Public District KG-5
1.1 mi
•200 Meadow Ln
7
Osborne Elementary School
Public District KG-5
1.7 mi
•1414 Beaver St
6
Richard J. Hyde Elementary School
Public District KG-4
2.6 mi
•110 Wallridge Dr
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 $133,796. Residents of Sewickley Heights, PA typically earn $200k+ each year. The majority of families are married, no kids. The majority of residents in this area have post secondary degree education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
17%
<35k
20%
35k-100k
28%
100k-200k
35%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate
What types of families live nearby?
26%
Single, No Kids
3%
Single, with Kids
42%
Married, No Kids
29%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
13%
<11 yrs old
11%
12-17 yrs old
8%
18-34 yrs old
50%
35-64 yrs old
18%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Skiing/snowboarding
PGA/LPGA
Figure Skating
Where do the neighbors shop?
BJs Wholesale Club
Stein Mart
Kmart
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Panera
Cracker Barrel
Bob Evans
What do the neighbors drive?
Infiniti
Lexus
Lincoln
What do the neighbors listen to?
Adult Hits
Oldies
News/Talk/Information
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 601 Backbone Rd
The listing price of 601 Backbone Rd property is $2,950,000.
The property 601 Backbone Rd is a house located in Sewickley Heights, Pennsylvania, 15143.
Active Listing: 601 Backbone Rd is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 601 Backbone Rd are: Edgeworth Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Osborne Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Richard J. Hyde Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Quaker Valley Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Moon Area Upper Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Avonworth Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Quaker Valley High School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Cornell High School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Ambridge Area High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10).
The property at 601 Backbone Rd has 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.
The property 601 Backbone Rd is 3,947 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 601 Backbone Rd is 1970.
This home is located at 601 Backbone Rd in Sewickley Heights, PA and zip code 15143. This 3,947 square foot home, which was built in 1970, sits on a 16.00 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since June 9, 2025 and is currently priced at $2,950,000.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.