#1701471, Scott Umstead-Jennifer Tanabe, Listing office: Howard Hanna Real Estate Services
$2,750,000 List price
859 Blackburn Rd Sewickley Heights, PA 15143
7 beds
5 full
10,312 sqft
9.6 acres
$267 / sqft
House
Property details
About 859 Blackburn Rd
The Paddock is the only remaining Sewickley Heights residence designed by Alden & Harlow, famed architects of the Carnegie Library and Duquesne Club. Commissioned by Adelaide Burguinn, this historic estate offers timeless craftsmanship on expansive, manicured grounds with a paddock, kennel, and lush lawns. The grand interior features 6+ bedrooms, soaring ceilings, original woodwork, a formal dining room, sunlit Morning Room, and stately Billiard Room. Built for entertaining, this home once hosted a 28-foot Christmas tree as part of its cherished holiday traditions. Signature Alden & Harlow details—such as millwork, symmetry, and scale—are preserved throughout. A rare opportunity to own a piece of architectural history, this legacy property is ready to be restored to its former grandeur. Located just minutes from Sewickley Village, Quaker Valley Schools, and Downtown Pittsburgh, The Paddock blends prestige, privacy, and potential.
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size10,312 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size9.643 Acres
Year built1900
ParkingAttached, Garage, Garage Door Opener
MLS #1707773
Attached garageYes
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 5
- Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer
- Basement: Yes
- Flooring Type: Hardwood, Tile
- Interior: Pantry
- Total Bedroom Count: 7
- Attached Garage: Yes
- Parking: Attached, Garage, Garage Door Opener
- Architectural Style: Three Story
- Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $2,750,000
- Price/SqFt: $266
- Year Built: 1900
- Stories: 3
- Living Area: 10,312 SqFt
- Lot Size: 9.643 Acres
- MLS Number: 1707773
- MLS Name: WESTPENN
- Office Name: Piatt Sotheby'S International Realty
- Office Phone: (412) 471-4900
- Office Email: pittsburgh@sothebysrealty.com
- Listing Agent: Robyn Jones
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Nearby schools
7
Osborne Elementary School
Public District KG-5
1.4 mi
•1414 Beaver St
8
Edgeworth Elementary School
Public District KG-5
1.7 mi
•200 Meadow Ln
6
Richard J. Hyde Elementary School
Public District KG-4
2.7 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. Typical income of Sewickley Heights, PA residents is $200k+ annually. Most families are married, no kids. Typical level of education for residents in this area is post secondary degree.
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 859 Blackburn Rd
The listing price of 859 Blackburn Rd property is $2,750,000.
The property 859 Blackburn Rd is a house located in Sewickley Heights, Pennsylvania, 15143.
Active Listing: 859 Blackburn Rd is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 859 Blackburn Rd are: Osborne Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Edgeworth Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), 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), Moon Area High School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10).
The property at 859 Blackburn Rd has 7 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms.
The property 859 Blackburn Rd is 10,312 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 859 Blackburn Rd is 1900.
This home is located at 859 Blackburn Rd in Sewickley Heights, PA and zip code 15143. This 10,312 square foot home, which was built in 1900, sits on a 9.64 acre lot. Features: 7 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since June 26, 2025 and is currently priced at $2,750,000.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.