c.1900 Pennsylvania Home With Original Elements Under $48K
OHU50K Notes $47,750
Realtor Comments
Calling all Investors & Contractors! This single family home is Prime for your Fall & Winter Project! Located in North Versailles Township with in the East Allegheny school district this large corner property sits on a double lot and filled with opportunity. Most of the heavy lifting has been completed and the property is now ready to be finished. Complete this one as a large 4 Bedroom single family residence or the current floor plan layouts for a nice potential side by side duplex. Combine the great existing character, charm, and woodwork with today’s modern finishes to bring this one to be market ready. Take advantage of the convenience location to nearby shopping, dining, parks, and public transportation. Great highway access to Route 30, I376, & the Tri borough expressway provides easy access to Monroeville, Downtown Pittsburgh, White Oak, & North Huntingdon making this an ideal location for all commuters.
- 4 bed
- 1 bath
- Build date 1900
230 Kline Ave, North Versailles, PA 15137 $47,750
- Contact Realtor: Patrick Conley
- Google Map
- Niche
Pros of Living in North Versailles, PA
1. Affordable Housing & Lower Cost of Living
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Home prices are very accessible—with a median home value around $110,300, roughly 67% below the national average
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Overall cost of living is about 8% lower than the U.S. average and slightly lower than Pennsylvania’s average
2. Proximity & Convenient Location
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Just 13 miles from downtown Pittsburgh, offering easy access to city jobs and amenities
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Close to shopping hubs like Monroeville Mall and the Waterfront, with plentiful retail and dining options
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Offers a blend of rural greenery alongside Route 30 commercial corridors and riverside neighborhoods
3. Strong Sense of Community & Family-Friendly Environment
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Many residents describe a tight-knit suburban feel, with local parks, small businesses, and shared neighborhood bonds
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Abundant basics within the township: supermarkets, eating spots, a movie theater, bowling alleys, and more
4. Access to Outdoor Recreation
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Local parks like North Versailles Park and Boyce Park offer green spaces and recreational trails
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Opportunities for fishing, boating, and riverside activities along the Monongahela River
Cons of Living in North Versailles, PA
1. Crime & Safety Concerns
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NeighborhoodScout data shows crime rates higher than 69% of comparable PA towns; violent crime rate is higher than average zip‑size communities, with a 1 in 539 chance of being a victim
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While BestPlaces reports crime levels below the national average, NeighborhoodScout and CrimeGrade suggest elevated risk—CrimeGrade ranks the area in the 19th percentile for safety, meaning it’s less safe than 81% of U.S. cities
2. Public Opinion Highlights Economic & Social Challenges
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As noted in local forums, the area has industrial legacies—residents recall odors from nearby steel operations and concerns about drug activity, especially along Route 30
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Some neighborhoods nearby, like East Pittsburgh and McKeesport, are viewed less favorably for investment or livability.
3. Schools & Educational Performance
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Served by the East Allegheny School District, but schools receive mixed grades (e.g., high school rated low by GreatSchools)
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Niche grades education components lower, contributing to modest overall community school ratings
4. Limited Public Transit & Walkability
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The area is highly car-dependent, with low walkability and bike convenience—most errands will require driving
5. Economic Indicators & Population Trends
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Median household income is modest—around $51,500, well below the national median
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The poverty rate is ~10.3%, slightly better than Pennsylvania’s average of 12%, but still notable in assessing economic health
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The population has been declining in recent decades since its industrial peak
