491 Atlantic Ave, Pittsburgh, PA, 15221
About This Home
Welcome to this well-maintained four-bedroom home tucked away on a quiet cul-de-sac in a convenient Pittsburgh neighborhood. Combining comfortable living spaces, thoughtful updates, and a fantastic location, this home is ready for its next chapter. The main level welcomes you with a spacious living room featuring a large bay window and a cozy wood-burning fireplace, creating the perfect gathering space for family and friends. The kitchen offers ceramic tile flooring, abundant cabinetry, a pantry, and a charming built-in breakfast nook with bench seating—the perfect spot to enjoy your morning coffee, casual meals, or gather with family. A formal dining room provides additional space for entertaining and holiday celebrations. Upstairs, you'll find four generously sized bedrooms, featuring brand-new carpet throughout the second floor and fresh paint in two bedrooms, giving the home a fresh, move-in-ready feel. Hardwood floors beneath the carpeting offer future possibilities for those who prefer natural wood flooring. The finished lower level provides valuable additional living space that can easily serve as a game room, home office, fitness area, or media room. Step outside to the covered patio overlooking a beautifully maintained backyard complete with a decorative pond, colorful perennial gardens, and an electrified storage shed—an inviting setting for outdoor entertaining or peaceful evenings at home. Relax on the welcoming front patio and enjoy the friendly neighborhood atmosphere. Just a short walk away, you'll find a community park featuring pickleball courts, a pavilion, a playground, and open green space, making it easy to enjoy an active outdoor lifestyle. Additional highlights include a one-car garage, a spacious attic offering excellent storage, and a dedicated laundry area. Conveniently located with quick access to major highways, shopping, restaurants, and everyday amenities, this home offers the perfect balance of tranquility, comfort, and convenience.
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Some Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Property condition: Resale
- Year built: 1964
Materials
- Roof: Asphalt
- Construction materials: Brick,Shingle Siding
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial,Two Story
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Some Gas Appliances,Dryer,Dishwasher,Disposal,Refrigerator,Stove,Washer
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Finished,Walk-Out Access
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 2
Features
- Pantry,Window Treatments
- Window features: Multi Pane,Window Treatments
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile,Hardwood,Carpet
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning
- Fireplace: Yes
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Forced Air,Gas
- Cooling features: Central Air,Electric
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 1,728
- Total interior livable area: 1,728 sqft
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 0299S00224000000
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
Lot
- Lot size: 7,374 sqft
- Lot size dimensions: 0.1693
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Built In,Garage Door Opener
- Has garage: Yes
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Cold Wave
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters Across Pennsylvania Counties
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $1,415 | $16,980 |
| Home Insurance * | $187 | $2,244 |
| Property Taxes | $342 | $4,104 |
| Electricity | $224 | $2,692 |
| Total | $2,168 | $26,016 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Pennsylvania FAIR Plan Programs
Insurance Placement Facility of Pennsylvania/FAIR Plan
Wildfire
Hail
WindHow Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
Price Per Sq Ft
vs Other Active Listings
Avg $/sqft
vs Homes Sold Last Month
Median $/sqft
Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-08-07 | Price change | $269,900 |
| 2026-07-26 | Listed for sale | $279,900 |
| 2024-06-07 | Sold | $268,900 |
| 2024-04-16 | Contingent | $279,900 |
| 2024-04-03 | Listed for sale | $279,900 |
| 2007-08-17 | Sold | $148,000 |
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