c.1915 Pennsylvania Fixer Upper For Sale Under $75K

$74,900

Room to grow and spread out! This spacious multi-level Pennsylvania fixer upper combines a practical layout with generous living areas across three full floors. The main level features a comfortable living room, formal dining room, and a kitchen that steps right out to the backyard—perfect for outdoor dining and entertaining. Upstairs, you’ll find two bedrooms and a full bath on the second level, plus two additional versatile bedrooms tucked away on the third floor.

Realtor Comments

Great opportunity to add to your investment portfolio in Pittsburgh’s revitalizing Hazelwood neighborhood. Conveniently located just 10 minutes from Downtown, Oakland, Greenfield, and Squirrel Hill, with easy access to major universities, hospitals, shopping and dining. Ideal for investors looking to add a rental property, renovate, or capitalize on a value-add opportunity. Located in an area experiencing continued redevelopment and strong rental demand, this property offers outstanding potential for your next investment.

4bd
1ba
2,088sqft
1,485sqft lot
Circa 1915

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5147 Lytle St, Pittsburgh, PA 15207

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Contact Realtor: Tatjana Douglas, (412) 521-5500

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The Pros

Exceptional Affordability for a Major Metro: Compared to East Coast hubs like New York, Boston, or Washington, D.C., Pittsburgh remains remarkably affordable. Homebuyers can find diverse architectural styles—from historic brick row houses to charming classic bungalows and modern infill—at price points well below the national median.
Robust Economy & Job Market: Anchored by premier health systems (UPMC) and world-class research institutions (Carnegie Mellon University, University of Pittsburgh), the city has emerged as a major center for healthcare, biotechnology, robotics, and technology startups.
Rich Cultural Scene & Distinct Neighborhoods: Pittsburgh features over 90 unique neighborhoods, each with its own distinct character, architectural flavor, and local commercial corridors. It boasts a thriving Cultural District, world-class museums (such as The Andy Warhol Museum and Carnegie Museums), and deeply passionate sports fandom.
Top-Tier Education & Healthcare: Access to elite medical institutions, research hospitals, and universities provides high-quality healthcare options and ongoing educational opportunities for residents.
Urban Parks & Outdoor Access: Nestled among rolling hills and river valleys, Pittsburgh features impressive regional parks (like Frick Park, Schenley Park, and Highland Park) alongside extensive riverfront trails for kayaking, biking, and hiking.

The Cons

Overcast & Gloomy Weather: Pittsburgh is among the cloudiest cities in the United States, averaging roughly 200 overcast or partly cloudy days per year. Winters can be long, grey, and slushy, with limited sunshine for extended stretches.
Complex Topography & Traffic Bottlenecks: Navigating the city’s steep hills, river crossings, and famous bridges can be tricky. Narrow streets, winding roads, and traffic chokepoints at key tunnels during peak hours often make short distances take longer than expected.
High Local Taxes & Aging Infrastructure: As an older mid-Atlantic city, infrastructure maintenance is an ongoing challenge. Residents navigate high state/local taxes, winter pothole cycles, and aging utility systems in older neighborhoods.
Variable Air Quality: While air quality has improved dramatically since the mid-20th-century steel boom, topography and regional industrial legacy can still cause localized air quality dips during seasonal inversions.