5/2 c.1925 Pennsylvania Home W/ Original Woodwork $75K

$75,000

Pennsylvania home featuring original fireplaces, classic doors, and intricate woodwork! Roll up your sleeves, bring this historic beauty back to life, and capture major equity. Perfect for a flipper, restoration enthusiast, or buy-and-hold investor!

Realtor Comments

Must See! Investor Special! Solid massive brick single family residence conveniently located in the heart of Turtle Creek! Amazing location! Add some cosmetic upgrades and maximize rents! Main Floor: Entry, Living Room, Dining Room, Kitchen, Bedroom, and Full Bath. 2nd Floor: 4 Bedrooms and a Full Bath. Full basement for Storage. Nice sized covered front porch and rear porch for your morning coffee. Decent sized rear yard for cookouts! 2 Car Detached Garage. Was once set up as a duplex- convert the old kitchen to a bedroom easily. 2 Gas, 1 Water, and 2 Electric Meters. 1 H2O tank, 2 Electric Panels, and 1 Boiler in basement. Could serve as a very nice rental grade home for a tenant, a fix and flip, or owner occupant looking to create the space of their dreams. With a vision, anything is possible here! This is a rare find, ideal for any investment portfolio!

5bd
2ba
1,858sqft
3,798sqft lot
Circa 1925

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418 Charles St, Turtle Creek, PA 15145

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Contact Realtor: Ryan Shedlock
Brokered by Howard Hanna – Squirrel Hill
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Pros

Exceptional Housing Affordability: The primary draw is real estate accessibility. Median home values sit around $90,000 to $110,000—a fraction of the national average—making it popular for first-time buyers, investors, and budget-conscious households.
Convenient Commute to Pittsburgh & Tech/Medical Hubs: Downtown Pittsburgh, Oakland (home to UPMC healthcare and universities like Pitt and CMU), and the East End tech corridors are roughly a 20- to 30-minute drive via US-30 or Interstate 376.
Access to Public Transit: Allegheny County’s Pittsburgh Regional Transit (PRT) operates bus lines through the borough, offering direct connections into the city for non-drivers.
Proximity to Regional Parks: While the borough itself is compact, residents live just minutes from Boyce Park(offering trails, skiing, and wave pools) and Murrysville/Monroeville shopping corridors.
Low Cost of Living: Beyond housing, local taxes and daily living expenses remain below state and national averages.

Cons

Economic Contraction & Aging Infrastructure: Like many Mon Valley mill towns, Turtle Creek has faced long-term industrial decline. Much of the housing stock is older (built before 1950) and may require significant updates, while municipal infrastructure frequently faces maintenance challenges.
Property Taxes & School District Realities: High local property tax rates relative to home values can diminish overall housing savings across Allegheny County. The borough is served by the Woodland Hills School District, which historically receives mixed ratings for academic performance compared to neighboring suburban districts like Penn-Trafford or Franklin Regional.
Limited Local Commercial/Dining Downtown: The local business district offers basic necessities, but options for dining, coffee shops, and modern retail are sparse inside borough limits. Residents rely heavily on commercial centers in neighboring Monroeville or East Pittsburgh.
Hillside Topography & Flood Risks: The town’s terrain features steep hillsides and low-lying areas near Turtle Creek itself. Certain low-elevation properties carry flood risk during heavy spring rains, requiring flood insurance.