The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 15209 sells for about $274,818, or $189 per square foot.
Prices are up +8.2% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 57 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,495 a month.
This ZIP has no home sales of its own, so its market figures come from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania (city-level). Population, rents, hazards, lending and amenities are this ZIP's own readings.
ZIP 15209 — Pittsburgh
The 15209 housing market shows steady appreciation with a 5.6% year-over-year increase in median sale prices. Low inventory levels continue to support pricing, though the market remains balanced with moderate days on market.
This ZIP is well-suited for family buyers and commuters seeking a balance between suburban living and proximity to Pittsburgh's urban core. It offers a more affordable entry point compared to the northern suburbs while maintaining essential amenities.
Median prices moved up 8.2% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 57 days on market with 4.2 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
38% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 96.5% of asking — demand is holding steady.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 3.6% · poverty 9.1% — a stable, low-distress profile.
Researched annual trajectory for this ZIP, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 7.6%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Median annual property tax paid on this ZIP's residential parcels
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 5.7%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
in-migration and out-migration balanced
ZCTA 15209, Allegheny County PA
ACS 2024 5-year estimates. Aggregate published statistics for this ZIP — never individual records, and never an attribute of any individual property or resident.
Crime in the 15209 area is generally considered moderate, with localized variations across the suburban boroughs of Shaler, Millvale, and Etna. It remains consistent with broader Allegheny County trends for similar residential-suburban zones.
The area is served by several school districts including Shaler Area School District, which is generally regarded as a stable, mid-sized suburban district. Educational quality is considered average to above-average within the regional Pittsburgh context.
The area faces moderate risk from localized flooding, particularly in low-lying areas near the Allegheny River and its tributaries. Standard property insurance coverage is typical, though flood insurance is often recommended for specific parcels.
Economic momentum is driven by proximity to the Pittsburgh employment core and established suburban infrastructure. Development is largely infill-focused, with steady demand for residential housing near major transit corridors like Route 8.
Property taxes are levied by Allegheny County, the local municipality (e.g., Shaler Township, Millvale, or Etna), and the respective school district. The structure includes a base millage rate applied to the assessed value, with no state-level property tax.
Residents typically commute via Route 8 or I-279, providing a direct 15-20 minute drive to downtown Pittsburgh. Public transit options are available via Port Authority bus routes serving the North Hills corridor.
The area features access to local community parks, the Allegheny River waterfront in Millvale/Etna, and proximity to North Park for extensive trails and outdoor activities. Shopping and dining are concentrated along the Route 8 corridor.
The rental market is characterized by steady demand from commuters and small families, with limited vacancy pressure. Short-term rental activity is present but remains secondary to long-term residential leasing.
The economy is anchored by the broader Pittsburgh labor market, with significant employment in healthcare, education, and technology. Local industry mix includes retail, light manufacturing, and professional services.
The area is served by major highway corridors including Route 8 and I-279, facilitating access to the Pittsburgh central business district. Public transit is provided by the Allegheny County transit system.
Development is primarily focused on small-scale residential renovations and commercial infill along the main transit arteries. No major large-scale master-planned communities are currently active.
Parcels are subject to municipal, county, and school district taxes; no major MUD/PID districts are prevalent in this established suburban area.
Property insurance premiums are stable, though hazard coverage for flood-prone areas near the river remains a specific consideration for homeowners.
Data sourced from US Census Bureau ZCTA-level tables.
Public schools whose reported address is in this area (NCES). Not attendance boundaries — schools that serve residents may sit outside it. Check the district's address locator for assignment.
- Kennywood4.39.5 mi
- Museum of Illusions Pittsburgh4.64.1 mi
- Dave & Buster's Pittsburgh - Homestead4.26.7 mi
- Dave & Buster's Pittsburgh - North Hills4.24.5 mi
- Sandcastle Water Park4.17.2 mi
- PNC Park4.84 mi
- PPG Paints Arena4.74.1 mi
- Acrisure Stadium4.74.2 mi
- Kennywood4.39.5 mi
- Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens4.84.2 mi
- Sri Venkateswara Temple4.89.5 mi
- PNC Park4.84 mi
- Kennywood4.39.5 mi
- Pittsburgh Zoo & Aquarium4.52.6 mi
- Rivers Casino44.4 mi
- Kennywood4.39.5 mi
- Kamin Science Center4.44.4 mi
- Carnegie Museum of Natural History4.83.9 mi
- The Andy Warhol Museum4.63.8 mi
- Duquesne Incline4.74.7 mi
- Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens4.84.2 mi
- Point State Park4.74.3 mi
- Pittsburgh Botanic Garden4.612 mi
- Schenley Park4.74.5 mi
- Frick Park4.85.6 mi
- Fox Chapel Yacht Club4.55.2 mi
- Sharpsburg Islands Marina4.52.1 mi
- Washington's Landing Marina4.62.4 mi
- Aspinwall Marina4.63.6 mi
- Topgolf Pittsburgh4.412.1 mi
- Puttery4.83.5 mi
- Grand View Golf Club3.98.8 mi
- Edgewood Country Club4.68.4 mi
- Scally's Golf Center4.512 mi
- Ross Park Mall4.43.8 mi
- South Hills Village4.411.6 mi
- The Mall at Robinson4.310.3 mi
- Monroeville Mall410.3 mi
- Bakery Square4.33.9 mi
- Pittsburgh International Airport4.314.1 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
Local community park offering recreational facilities and green space.
Provides access to trails and river-based recreation in Millvale and Etna.
Primary commercial artery featuring various retail and dining establishments.
Deterministic aggregate of 1 researched property in this ZIP (latest reading each) — each property weighs one; per point, properties lacking the value are excluded. Property-level records (taxes, scores, permits) never roll individually.
No county-record distress flags across 1 researched property on the ARED base layer. Key-figure check: median price diverges 82.7% from the nearest retained anchor (researched-property base layer) — beyond the 12.5% tolerance; an automated validation case is open and the value publishes pending its verdict. Validation: the flagged $279,917 could not be independently corroborated and was removed pending review (no prior-cycle value to revert to); the case is under review in the Command Center.