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    36-38 South Starr Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15202

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    $320,000

    Three-unit brick building with a mix of 2- and 3-bedroom apartments and multiple kitchen and bath updates.

    Type:Multi-Unit / Triplex
    Added:
    May 27, 2026
    Days on Market:
    11
    Last Refresh:
    Jun 2 at 8:41 am

    Property Features for 36-38 South Starr Avenue

    General Information

    Standard status
    Active
    Property subtype
    Multi-Unit / Triplex

    Building Details

    Year Built
    1920

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    Listing Contact
    Robin Taylor
    Robin Taylor

    Listing agent Robin Taylor License #RS336648

    Listing office COLDWELL BANKER REALTY

    Listing date May 27, 2026

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    HighLights

    • 1920 brick triplex with one 3‑bedroom unit and two 2‑bedroom units
    • Two apartments have refreshed kitchens and bathrooms
    • Owner’s unit includes an updated kitchen and bathroom plus LVP flooring
    • Basement is unfinished; roof is asphalt
    • 3‑bedroom unit was previously approved for Section 8 housing
    • Tenants in‑place: one long‑term 2‑bedroom tenant has rented for 14 years; other current tenant(s) have occupied for the past couple of years

    Overview

    This 1920s brick triplex offers three separate residences: one spacious 3-bedroom unit and two 2-bedroom units. Several apartments have been refreshed, including updated kitchens and bathrooms in two of the units. One of the updated 2-bedroom apartments includes a wood-paneled bedroom feature for added character. The owner’s unit on the second floor is described as updated with a kitchen and bathroom plus LVP flooring, creating a more move-in-ready interior.

    Located in Avalon at 36-38 South Starr Avenue, the property is positioned near shopping, restaurants, parks, and major roadways, with easy access to Downtown Pittsburgh.

    The configuration supports both investment and owner-occupant scenarios. Current tenants have been in place for the past couple of years, and one long-term tenant has rented a 2-bedroom apartment for 14 years. The additional 3-bedroom unit is described as previously approved for Section 8 housing, which may be relevant to certain tenant and operating plans. With historic brick character paired with targeted updates, this triplex is well-suited for buyers seeking income-producing residential units.
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    City
    Pittsburgh
    County
    Allegheny
    State
    Pennsylvania
    Longitude
    -80.0611133
    Latitude
    40.4969724

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    FAQs

    What type of property is this?
    Triplex - Three-unit brick building with a mix of 2- and 3-bedroom apartments and multiple kitchen and bath updates.
    Where is this triplex located?
    The property is located at 36-38 South Starr Avenue Pittsburgh, PA.
    What is the asking price?
    The asking price for this property is $320,000.
    What are key features of this property?
    This property features: 1920 brick triplex with one 3‑bedroom unit and two 2‑bedroom units; Two apartments have refreshed kitchens and bathrooms; Owner’s unit includes an updated kitchen and bathroom plus LVP flooring
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    Robin Taylor
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    Real Estate License ID: RS336648
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    Cap Rate (%) = (Net Operating Income / Property Value) × 100

    Net Operating Income (NOI) Formula:
    NOI = Area × Lease Rate × (1 - Vacancy Rate) × (1 - Operating Expense Ratio)

    Components

    Net Operating Income (NOI) represents the annual income a property generates after operating expenses:

    • Area: Building square footage from property records
    • Lease Rate: Annual $/sqft based on market data for the property type and geographic location
    • Vacancy Rate: Percentage of unoccupied space based on market data for the property type and location
    • Operating Expense Ratio: Operating costs as a percentage of income, varies by property type

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    For a 100,000 sqft Office Building:

    • Lease Rate: $25.00/sqft/year (market data for Office in this area)
    • Vacancy Rate: 8% (market data for Office in this area)
    • Operating Expense Ratio: 35% (typical for Office properties)
    • Property Value: $15,000,000

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    NOI = 100,000 × $25.00 × 0.92 × 0.65
    NOI = $1,495,000/year

    Step 2: Calculate Cap Rate

    Cap Rate = ($1,495,000 / $15,000,000) × 100
    Cap Rate = 9.97%

    Property Type Considerations

    Net Operating Income calculations vary by property type due to different operating expense ratios:

    • Office: Higher expenses (30-40%) for HVAC, utilities, maintenance
    • Retail: Moderate expenses (25-35%) for common area maintenance
    • Industrial/Warehouse: Lower expenses (15-25%) for minimal tenant services
    • Multifamily: Moderate expenses (35-45%) including property management
    • Self-Storage: Lower expenses (25-35%) due to minimal maintenance

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    • Range-to: 75% of all similar sales ($/sqft) are below this value
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    • Range-to: 75% of all estimations ($/sqft) are below this value
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