688 Forest Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15202
Local realty services provided by:CENTURY 21 Frontier Realty
Listed by: hope feldman
Office: your town realty llc.
MLS#:1741916
Source:PA_WPN
Price summary
- Price:$319,000
About this home
Historic Elegance, Contemporary Comfort: Step onto the expansive front porch of this beautifully renovated brick Victorian and prepare to be impressed. The main level welcomes you with a large, sun-drenched living room anchored by a graceful decorative fireplace. Host effortless dinner parties or game nights in the formal dining room, featuring classic corner cabinets and ample space for a full-sized sideboard and table. The kitchen is a monochromatic dream, boasting crisp white cabinetry, sophisticated white-and-gray granite countertops, and elegant, polished white with gray tile flooring. Transition seamlessly from indoor cooking to outdoor living via the screened-in porch, leading to a private deck and a sparkling swimming pool. Second Floor: Features refinished oak stairs leading to two oversized bedrooms and a luxurious primary suite complete with a walk-in closet and a private ensuite bath. Third Floor: Offers two additional versatile rooms—perfect for a home gym, hobby space, or extra bedrooms—plus exceptional storage and panoramic views. Finished Basement: Fully tiled and incredibly functional, this level includes a dedicated office/study, an open space for a game room, a full bath, and a laundry room. The Great Outdoors: The fenced-in backyard is a true sanctuary, offering a secure space for pets to roam or a blank canvas for your vegetable and flower gardens. A Personal Touch: The current owner is offering a custom "pop of vibrancy" for the new residents—they are happy to paint a wall or two or three in the colors of your choice prior to closing! Owner will also remove swimming pool and plant grass.
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Home facts
- Year built:1900
- Listing ID #:1741916
- Added:3 day(s) ago
- Updated:March 09, 2026 at 10:04 AM
Rooms and interior
- Bedrooms:5
- Total bathrooms:4
- Full bathrooms:3
- Half bathrooms:1
- Rooms Total:10
- Flooring:Carpet, Laminate, Tile
- Kitchen Description:Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove
- Basement:Yes
- Basement Description:Full, Walk Up Access
Heating and cooling
- Cooling:Central Air
- Heating:Gas
Structure and exterior
- Roof:Asphalt
- Year built:1900
- Lot area:0.11 Acres
- Architectural Style:Victorian
- Construction Materials:Brick
Utilities
- Water:Public
Finances and disclosures
- Price:$319,000
- Tax amount:$2,216
Features and amenities
- Amenities:Some Gas Appliances
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