The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 15211 sells for about $300,000, or $186 per square foot.
Prices are up +5.1% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 35 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,460 a month.
ZIP 15211 — Pittsburgh
The 15211 housing market remains competitive due to its unique urban character and transit connectivity to Downtown Pittsburgh. While inventory is tight, price growth has moderated compared to the rapid appreciation seen in previous years. Demand is driven by young professionals seeking walkability and proximity to the city center.
This ZIP is ideal for young professionals, commuters, and urban-focused renters who prioritize proximity to Downtown Pittsburgh and vibrant nightlife. It is less suited for families seeking large suburban lots or top-tier public school districts.
Median prices moved up 5.1% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 35 days on market with 2.4 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
12% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 98.5% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 6.0% · poverty 12.7% — 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 4.5%/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 3.5%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
in-migration and out-migration balanced
ZCTA 15211, 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 rates in the Mt. Washington area are generally consistent with urban Pittsburgh averages, with property crime being the primary concern. Residents often report that safety varies significantly by specific street and proximity to major commercial corridors.
Public schools serving the area are part of the Pittsburgh Public Schools district, which faces ongoing challenges with performance metrics and resource allocation. Many families in the area opt for private or charter school alternatives.
The area is primarily at risk for hillside instability and localized urban flooding during heavy precipitation events. Insurance premiums are influenced by the hilly topography and aging infrastructure common to the South Hills region.
Economic momentum is driven by the proximity to Downtown Pittsburgh's employment core and the ongoing revitalization of the Mt. Washington commercial district. Infrastructure focus remains on maintaining the historic inclines and transit access to the city center.
Property taxes are levied by the City of Pittsburgh, Allegheny County, and the Pittsburgh School District. The area is subject to standard municipal and school district millage rates with no specific special district assessments like MUDs or PIDs.
Commuting to Downtown Pittsburgh is highly efficient via the Monongahela Incline or short drives across the Smithfield Street or Liberty bridges. Public transit access is robust, though road congestion can occur during peak hours on major arterial routes.
The area features the iconic Grandview Avenue promenade with panoramic city views and proximity to Emerald View Park, which offers extensive hiking and biking trails. Shopping and dining are concentrated along Shiloh Street and nearby South Side neighborhoods.
The rental market is characterized by high demand from young professionals and students due to the area's walkability and transit access. Vacancy rates remain low, and short-term rentals are present but regulated by city zoning ordinances.
The economy is anchored by the broader Pittsburgh employment market, including healthcare (UPMC), education (University of Pittsburgh, CMU), and a growing technology and robotics sector. The ZIP itself serves primarily as a residential hub for these regional employers.
The area is served by Port Authority of Allegheny County bus routes and the historic incline system. It is highly accessible to the regional highway network via the Liberty Tunnel and nearby bridge crossings.
Development is largely focused on infill residential projects and the renovation of historic housing stock. There are no major large-scale master-planned developments currently approved within the ZIP boundaries.
Parcels are subject to the Pittsburgh Public Schools district and Allegheny County tax assessments. No special utility or hospital districts are uniquely attached to this ZIP.
Property insurance premiums are moderate but sensitive to hillside topography and the age of the housing stock. Market health is stable with standard coverage availability.
Data retrieved from US Census Bureau ZCTA 15211 profile 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.
- Kennywood4.38.8 mi
- Museum of Illusions Pittsburgh4.61 mi
- Dave & Buster's Pittsburgh - Homestead4.25.7 mi
- Dave & Buster's Pittsburgh - North Hills4.28.1 mi
- Sandcastle Water Park4.15.3 mi
- PNC Park4.81.1 mi
- PPG Paints Arena4.71.5 mi
- Acrisure Stadium4.70.9 mi
- Kennywood4.38.8 mi
- Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens4.83.7 mi
- Sri Venkateswara Temple4.811.2 mi
- PNC Park4.81.1 mi
- Kennywood4.38.8 mi
- Pittsburgh Zoo & Aquarium4.56.1 mi
- Rivers Casino41.1 mi
- Kennywood4.38.8 mi
- Kamin Science Center4.40.9 mi
- Carnegie Museum of Natural History4.83.6 mi
- The Andy Warhol Museum4.61.3 mi
- Duquesne Incline4.70.5 mi
- Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens4.83.7 mi
- Point State Park4.70.8 mi
- Pittsburgh Botanic Garden4.68.2 mi
- Schenley Park4.74 mi
- Frick Park4.86 mi
- Fox Chapel Yacht Club4.58.4 mi
- Sharpsburg Islands Marina4.56.2 mi
- Washington's Landing Marina4.62.9 mi
- McKee's Point Marina4.39.7 mi
- Beach Club Marina4.415.9 mi
- Topgolf Pittsburgh4.47.2 mi
- Puttery4.81.8 mi
- Grand View Golf Club3.98.7 mi
- Edgewood Country Club4.69.6 mi
- Scally's Golf Center4.59.9 mi
- Ross Park Mall4.47.6 mi
- South Hills Village4.46.6 mi
- The Mall at Robinson4.37.6 mi
- Monroeville Mall411.7 mi
- Bakery Square4.35.6 mi
- Pittsburgh International Airport4.312.3 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
A large urban park system offering extensive hiking trails and scenic overlooks of the city.
Historic funicular providing direct transit access to Station Square and Downtown.
Famous corridor known for high-end restaurants with panoramic views of the Pittsburgh skyline.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.