Thursday, May 19, 2011

New on the Market

Look at the wonderful new properties our agents have listed in just the past few weeks!
  
Shadyside
5301 Fifth Avenue
Three units in this fantastic Shadyside building.  Convenient location, open floor plans, hardwood floors, granite entries, gourmet kitchens with state of the art appliances, granite counters, Kohler designed baths and exercise facilities with personal trainer.
Unit 1  3201 square feet with private balcony.
Unit 5  2634 square foot two-story with private balcony, cherry staircase and skylight.
Unit 8  2391 sq. ft. with private balcony and deck.
Contact:  MarianneDiPacido  412-613-8100  realestatemd@aol.com


5120 Fifth Avenue  #102
Wonderful Shadyside Condo!  New gourmet kitchen, new baths and hardwood floors throughout.  Low condo fee includes heat, water, snow removal and building maintenance. Great natural light, spacious rooms and large closets. Less than 10 minute walk to CMU or Walnut Street, close to Pitt and UPMC.
Contact:  Liz Caplan  412-302-2645  liz@pittsburghhomesite.com


Squirrel Hill
5673 Melvin Street
Completely remodeled home on a quiet one way street. Freshly painted.  New baths and kitchen with stainless steel appliances and granite counter top. Hardwood floors throughout. Family room on the first floor with exit to patio and a newly finished basement with powder room. Yard and garage.
Contact:  Smadar Blumenthal  412-414-5479 smadarblumenthal@yahoo.com

 
5404 Aylesboro Avenue
Classic ranch in the heart of Squirrel Hill.  Walk to CMU, Pitt and Schenley Park. Very well maintained home, Central A/C, hardwood floors, updated baths, very large lot. Two car tandem garage. 3 bedrooms on main level, bedroom and den on lower level.
Contact:  Liz Caplan  412-302-2645  liz@pittsburghhomesite.com



 

Bloomfield 
4782 Yew Street
Everything either brand new or almost brand new!  Beautiful home with great curb appeal. Bruce hardwood floors on first floor, carpet on 2nd, ceramic tile in baths. All new windows.  Roof, furnace, A/C 2009. Stainless appliances and laundry hook-up in kitchen, second bath in basement.  Truly ready to just move in.
Contact:  Charlene Haislip  412-606-3556  MetroPittsburghRealEstate@gmail.com



East Liberty 
7153 Wiltsie Street
Great Starter home. Beautiful bay window in living room. 4 glass block windows. Decorative safety bars on all first floor windows. New retaining walls along the driveway.
Contact:  Rick Smith  412-977-9916  rasmith0610@gmail.com





South Side 
52 S 19TH Street
Small in size, but grand in amenities and appointments. Custom kitchen with granite counters and stainless appliances. Laundry on the first floor. Bonus room on third. Off street parking for a compact car. Totally renovated, updated mechanics, refinished hardwood floors and so much more.
Contact:  Danielle Gundlach  412-654-4749  danigundlach@me.com




Regent Square 
901 S Braddock
Oversized 6 bedroom home on a corner lot by Frick Park. Large entry, high ceilings and charm throughout. Currently used as legal 2 units with separate utilities but can be easily made into single family home. Beautiful front porch, deck and large flat back yard. Super house!!
Contact:  Smadar Blumenthal  412-414-5479 smadarblumenthal@yahoo.com




Forest Hills
715 Cascade Road
Fabulous Tudor on a great street. Kitchen/Family Room with vaulted ceilings and skylights. French doors out to a 12x24 deck. Side porch off the Living Room is great for entertaining. See a virtual tour of this well maintained home.
Contact:  MarianneDiPacido  412-613-8100  realestatemd@aol.com




Blackridge 
2134 Royal Street
If you're looking for a house with good Karma, your search ends here.  Fully updated with beautiful appointments. Tiffany style light fixtures throughout. Gas log fireplace in the living room. Huge back yard. Come quickly at this price won't last!!
Contact:  Danielle Gundlach  412-654-4749  danigundlach@me.com




Penn Hills 
203 Pennoak Drive
3-4 bedroom home in the Churchill Valle area of Penn Hills.  Large eat-in kitchen with bench table included. Ceiling fan in DR. Partially finished basement, great for office or game room. Beautiful fenced back yard with storage shed. Large covered patio off kitchen, great for cookouts.
Contact:  Rick Smith  412-977-9916  rasmith0610@gmail.com




Beechview 
1325 Beechview Avenue
Spacious 3 bedroom solid brick home with a long driveway one car garage. Gorgeous wood trim, judges paneling and wonderful staircase accented by a stained glass window. Pretty front porch, cute back porch and nice flat back yard. Call today for a private showing!
Contact:  Roberta Allen  412-287-4781  wrallen423@verizon.net




Bellevue 
69 N Harrison
Large, gracious Bellevue Victorian sitting handsomely on corner lot. Tons of natural light, 1st floor has circular flow, front & back stairs. Master Suite has dressing room and its own full bath. Kitchen tells you you are home! Large covered front porch and 2-car detached garage.
Contact:  Charlene Haislip  412-606-3556  MetroPittsburghRealEstate@gmail.com



New Castle 
221 E Moody
Beautiful 6 bedroom, 5 ½ bath Victorian.  Stained glass, fabulous original woodwork. Take a virtual tour to see all the wonderful details!
Contact:  Sherry Cramer  724-516-3732  sherry@sherrycramer.net






Emsworth 
10 Walnut Street  #8
New York style contemporary condo in a historic landmark building.  Low maintenance fee.  Two assigned parking spaces.  Open and spacious, 20 foot ceilings, chef’s kitchen with stainless steel appliances, washer/dryer hookups.  Only 12 units in building and no two alike!  Special financing available.  Take a virtual tour here.
Contact:  Sherry Cramer  724-516-3732  sherry@sherrycramer.net




Wilmington Township
3213 New Wilmington Road
Simply stunning!  6000 sq ft including attached apartment fabulous for au pair or mother-in-law suite. Beautifully landscaped 2+ acres, in-ground pool ,attached and detached garages.HSE completely renovated ‘07.  Granite Kitchen with stainless steel appliances. State of the art cooling/heat system.  LOW utilities.  Take the virtual tour for all the details!
Contact:  Sherry Cramer  724-516-3732  sherry@sherrycramer.net



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Thursday, May 5, 2011

Life in the Burgh – Greek Food Festivals

Spring and summer in Pittsburgh bring loads of goodies, not least of which are the Greek food festivals.  Sponsored by Greek Orthodox Churches throughout the city, these tasty fundraising events are a fun way to enjoy delicious authentic home-cooked Greek food at very reasonable prices. Most churches have a place to sit and enjoy your meal, or grab a takeout box and head to the nearest park for a uniquely Pittsburgh picnic!

This summer’s lineup includes:

May 1-6          St Nicholas Greek Orthodox Cathedral
                        419 S. Dithridge St., Oakland
                        Including live music, dancing and cathedral tours

                        302 W. North Avenue, North Side

                        601 West McMurray Road, Canonsburg

                        2111 Davidson Street, Aliquippa

June 15-18    Holy Cross Church
                        123 Gilkeson Road, Mt. Lebanon

                        12 Washington Avenue, Oakmont
                         Live music and ethnic dancing

July 21-24     Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church
                         2930 Beaver Road, Ambridge
                         724-266-5336

                         1672 Electric Avenue, East Pittsburgh

                        1205 Grand Boulevard, Monessen

                         1128 Summit St., McKeesport

Some churches also offer music, entertainment and dancing during the festival weekend.  Check their websites for hours, directions and entertainment schedules.

Wednesday, May 4, 2011

Don't Miss the 75th Annual May Market at Phipps Conservatory!

Visit Phipps Conservatory this Mother’s Day weekend for a great selection of plants, garden paraphernalia and free advice from the experts!

Friday, May 6, 9:30 a.m.-7 p.m.
Saturday, May 7, 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m.

Phipps front lawn is the place for gardeners to be this Friday and Saturday.  Phipps and local garden clubs will offer a huge variety of high-quality garden plants.  Check out Phipps’ selection of Top 10 Sustainable Plants, each chosen for easy care and tidy habits.  You’ll also find tropical plants, native and water plants, bulbs from Phipps’ recent Spring Flower Show and organic herb and vegetable seedlings.  Local nurseries and other vendors will offer more plants, gardening accessories and organic produce.

Horticulturists and Master Gardeners will be on hand to offer advice and Phipps café will have prepared food and cooking demonstrations. Don’t miss the hand-dipped fondant strawberries!

Admission to May Market is free and admission to the Conservatory is half price while May Market is open.  Find directions here and more information at the Phipps Conservatory website.

Monday, May 2, 2011

New This Week

Some exciting new properties have been listed by our outstanding agents this week.  Take a look!

Shadyside
5050 Amberson Place
Museum quality appointments from the grand entry with sweeping staircase and barrel ceiling, to the 40'x20' kitchen/family room with floor to ceiling glazed windows.  Truly a special home on one of Shadyside's most beloved cul-de-sacs. See a virtual tour!
Contact: Danielle Gundlach  412-654-4749 danigunldach@hotmail.com
5045 Fifth Avenue
Spacious New York style condo on the top floor of a Fifth Avenue mansion.  Pure luxury - high ceilings, formal living and dining rooms and a large eat-in kitchen.  Click here for a virtual tour!
Contact Jill Portland 412-496-5600 jillportland@remax.net




Lawrenceville
242 38th Street
Modern renovation of a historic Victorian home in the heart of thriving Lawrenceville.  Spacious rooms with ample natural light.   The kitchen is designed for a foodie - granite countertops, stainless appliances, plenty of storage and an island for entertaining with ease.
Contact: Holly Sisk  412-377-0015  holly@hollysisk.com

182 36th Street
Renovation of a historic Victorian row home.  Unique opportunity to work with a developer to create a home - choose the kitchen, flooring, paint colors and more.
Contact: Holly Sisk  412-377-0015  holly@hollysisk.com





O'Hara Township
533 Dorseyville Road
Completely re-done home - beautiful in every way.  New kitchen features granite counters and stainless steel appliances.  New windows, hardwood floors, great closets, game room, completely fenced yard and sunken family room.  Click for a virtual tour!
Contact:  Phil Marcus  412-422-1923  Phil@PhilMarcus.com



For more information on any property, see our office website!

Tuesday, April 26, 2011

Italian Renaissance Mansion in Historic Highland Park

Highland Park is known for its turn of the century mansions, many featuring beautiful original woodwork and stained glass windows.  But very few retain their original splendor while incorporating all the latest amenities.  Fully refurbished and updated for the 21st century, this 100+ year old Italianate home is one of the best.

The front entry and staircase are marvels of ornate turn of the century woodwork, lovingly restored to its original gleam.  Exotic original wood floors throughout the house have been refinished and antique hardware has been refurbished or replaced. Original features include stained glass windows, plaster walls, antique alabaster chandeliers, working gas fireplaces and Victorian bathroom fixtures.  A beautifully landscaped garden and pergola provide a secluded spot to relax outdoors.

Skillfully integrated into these lush Victorian surroundings are all the conveniences you’d expect of a modern home.  The kitchen and pantry feature new appliances and cabinets.  Plumbing and electrical systems have been replaced, including a new AC/furnace and two water heaters.  The antique tiger oak vanity in the second floor master suite shares the spotlight with a new tile shower, 90 gallon soaking tub and large walk-in closet with washer/dryer.  Two additional large rooms, ideal for bedroom or office space, complete the second floor.  On the spacious third floor, the former servant’s quarters have been restored as an independent living space with updated kitchen, bath and private entry. 

Situated near the park, it’s just a short walk to Sunday jazz concerts or a brisk walk around the reservoir.  A short distance away is the Pittsburgh Zoo and weekly open air market.  Trendy restaurants and shops, universities and hospitals are an easy commute away and it’s a quick ten-minute drive to the Cultural District, stadiums and all that Downtown Pittsburgh has to offer.

A virtual tour offers additional photos of this beautiful home.  For more information contact Esther Jarrett at ekjarrett@gmail.com or 412-521-1000 x220.

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Wednesday, April 6, 2011

Expanded Megabus Service from Pittsburgh

Megabus at PPG Place
Megabus.com has made Pittsburgh the sixth hub on its fast-growing North American network, adding service to nine new cities: Akron, Cincinnati, Cleveland, Columbus, Toledo, Detroit, Toronto, Erie and Buffalo.  That brings to 15 the number of cities served directly from Pittsburgh by the carrier; cities already accessible from Pittsburgh were State College, Harrisburg, Philadelphia, New York, Washington and Camden, N.J. 

Trips to the new cities can be booked immediately, with service beginning on May 11.  Travelers who make reservations well in advance can sometimes travel for as little as $1, but prices rise as the travel date draws nearer and buses begin to fill.   The company uses both single- and double-decker buses and offers free Wi-Fi and power outlets.

Megabus.com is able to offer lower fares because it doesn't maintain bus stations and takes most of its reservations online.  Trips from Pittsburgh originate at a stop on 11th Street under the David L. Lawrence Convention Center.

Pittsburgh joins Chicago, New York, Philadelphia, Toronto and Washington, D.C., as hubs for the company, which relaunched service here less than a year ago.  The Megabus network currently connects over 40 cities throughout the Northeast and Central states.