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    178 42nd Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15201

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    $635,000

    Renovated duplex with two updated apartments, in-unit laundry, and outdoor space for each unit.

    Type:Multi-Unit / Duplex
    Added:
    May 31, 2026
    Days on Market:
    10
    Last Refresh:
    Jun 6 at 4:54 am

    Property Features for 178 42nd Street

    General Information

    Standard status
    Active
    Property subtype
    Multi-Unit / Duplex

    Building Details

    Year Built
    1928

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    Sarah Madia
    Sarah Madia

    Listing agent Sarah Madia License #RS297729

    Listing office RE/MAX SELECT REALTY

    Listing date May 31, 2026

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    HighLights

    • Renovated 1928 duplex with extensive 2014 renovations and two updated apartments designed for easy renting
    • Upper unit: 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms with a rear deck off the kitchen and an updated, bright layout
    • Lower unit: 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms with bedrooms positioned apart for added privacy and outdoor space off the front entrance
    • Both units include stainless steel appliances, wood cabinetry, in‑unit laundry, and updated finishes with recessed lighting and oversized windows
    • Additional updates include roof and gutter improvements completed by Resnick Roofing in 2024
    • Central Lawrenceville setting near Butler Street and Arsenal Park, with quick access to UPMC Children’s Hospital, universities, the Strip District, and Downtown

    Overview

    178 42nd Street is an updated duplex containing two well-designed apartments. Both units feature stainless steel appliances, updated finishes, recessed lighting, tall ceilings, and oversized windows, along with in-unit laundry and wood cabinetry for a modern, move-in-ready feel. The upper apartment includes a spacious two-level layout with three bedrooms and two full bathrooms, plus a rear deck directly off the kitchen. The lower unit offers two bedrooms and two bathrooms with bedrooms separated for privacy, comfortable shared living space, and outdoor space off the front entrance.

    The property has been extensively renovated, with work completed in 2014. Additional improvements include updated appliances and carpeting, and roof and gutter improvements completed by Resnick Roofing in 2024. An exterior mural by Pittsburgh artist Jeremy Raymer adds a distinctive visual presence.

    For investors or owner-occupants seeking a functional residential income property, this duplex presents two updated rental units with outdoor space, in-unit laundry, and a configuration that supports tenant convenience. The location places residents near restaurants, coffee shops, breweries, and neighborhood amenities in Lawrenceville, while also providing access to major employment and education destinations via convenient travel to UPMC Children’s Hospital, universities, the Strip District, and Downtown Pittsburgh.
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    Duplexes

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    City
    Pittsburgh
    County
    Allegheny
    State
    Pennsylvania
    Longitude
    -79.9614687
    Latitude
    40.4706025

    FAQs

    What type of property is this?
    Duplex - Renovated duplex with two updated apartments, in-unit laundry, and outdoor space for each unit.
    Where is this duplex located?
    The property is located at 178 42nd Street Pittsburgh, PA.
    What is the asking price?
    The asking price for this property is $635,000.
    What are key features of this property?
    This property features: Renovated 1928 duplex with extensive 2014 renovations and two updated apartments designed for easy renting; Upper unit: 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms with a rear deck off the kitchen and an updated, bright layout; Lower unit: 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms with bedrooms positioned apart for added privacy and outdoor space off the front entrance
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