Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
8/04/2025
Listed
$5,300,000
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Property Description
A chance to own an entire city block in the heart of West Shadyside. Magnificient mini mansion on property along with 39,000 square foot adjacent lot that is possibly subdividable. The property also contains a carriage house with garage. A governers drive leads up to this incredible dwelling infused with huge rooms,stained and leaded glass,ornate wood original moldings and built ins,gleaming hardwood floors,an indoor swimming pool and newer addition with newer kitchen. One of Shadysides biggest properties. Blocks froim Shadyside shopping and dining. Close proximity to schools,universities and hospitals..
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 5238 Ellsworth Ave
General
- Price: $5,300,000
- Taxes: $17,936
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: West_Penn_MLS
- MLS ID: 1714670
- Updated: 2/10/2026
- Added to Site: 241 day(s) ago
Interior
- Interior Features: Window Treatments
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 4
- Fireplace(s): Other
- Appliances: Some Gas Appliances, Dryer, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Carpet
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 8
- Full Bathrooms: 4
- Half Bathrooms: 4
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 8
Additional Information
- Pool: Yes
- Pool Description: Pool
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Attached garage: Yes
- Total Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Built In, Garage Door Opener
Location
- County: Allegheny-East
- Driving Directions: On the corner of Saint James and Ellsworth
School Information
- Elem School District: Pittsburgh
- Midd School District: Pittsburgh
- High School District: Pittsburgh
Heating & Cooling
- Central air: Yes
- Air Conditioning: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central Air
- Heating Type: Gas, Hot Water
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Three Story, Victorian
- Construction: Brick
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Finished, Interior Entry
- Roof: Slate
- Windows: Window Treatments
- Stories/Levels: 3
- Building Size: 7556
- Year Built: 1920
- Property Condition: Resale
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.422
- Lot Dimensions: 180 x 298
Financial Considerations
- Assessment Amount: $725,000
- Tax Amount: $17,936
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Schools
Schools serving 5238 Ellsworth Ave
School District:Pittsburgh School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Pittsburgh Colfax K-8 2332 Beechwood Boulevard, Pittsburgh, PA 15217 | K-8 | 1.8 mi |
Pittsburgh Allderdice High School 2409 Shady Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15217 | 9-12 | 1.8 mi |
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School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 5238 Ellsworth Ave
Tax History
Tax History for 5238 Ellsworth Ave
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$17,936
7%
$725,000
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2024
$16,704
3%
$725,000
3%
2023
$16,289
1%
$707,000
—
2022
$16,077
—
$707,000
—
2021
$16,157
1%
$707,000
—
2020
$15,999
—
$707,000
—
2018
$15,999
—
$707,000
—
2017
$15,999
-2%
$707,000
—
2016
$16,326
-9%
$707,000
-9%
2015
$17,923
4%
$776,800
—
2014
$17,179
—
$776,800
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Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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5238 Ellsworth Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15232 (MLS# 1714670) is a Single Family property with 8 bedrooms, 4 full bathrooms and 4 partial bathrooms. 5238 Ellsworth Avenue is currently listed for $5,300,000 and was received on August 04, 2025. Want to learn more about 5238 Ellsworth Avenue? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Shadyside? You can browse all Shadyside real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.