Pittsburgh Area Wow! Houses: Five Recently Reduced Beauties

PITTSBURGH, PA - No matter how appealing a home can be, sometimes for various reasons it doesn’t get a nibble at the originally listed price. That means an opportunity exists for prospective purchasers to pick it up at a relatively bargain price.

That’s the case with the southwestern Pennsylvania houses spotlighted today that we found on realtor.com. Each has its appeal, even more so now that the asking price has been reduced.

Now listing at $669,900, this spectacular five-bedroom home at 403 Granville Place in Cranberry boasts an expansive floor plan, beautifully landscaped lot, in-ground pool and fine woodworking. The kitchen has a sub-zero refrigerator, double electric ovens and a large pantry. The lower level is finished and includes a bedroom with a full bathroom. For additional information, go to realtor.com.

One of the highlights of this four-bedroom home at 1062 Towervue Drive in Baldwin, now listing for $294,900, is the recently renovated kitchen that features expansive granite countertops, glass tile backsplash and crown molding that extends into the dining room. The master suites has a custom walk-in shower with a rainfall shower head and glass wall. The finished basement comes with a 100-inch projector with surround sound. For complete details, go to realtor.com.

This four-bedroom house at 972 Willow Drive in Ross, which now lists for $275,000, has many recent updates, including the hot water tank, dishwasher, air conditioning, furnace, shutters, gutter helmets and a water purifying and filtration system. You’ll find well-maintained hardwood flooring throughout - except in the spacious sunroom, which has Spanish tile. The two-car garage is both wide and deep. For complete details, go to realtor.com.

Now listing at $489,000, this four-bedroom home at 2640 Thorntree Drive in Upper St. Clair features an open floor plan. High-end finishes abound, particularly in a kitchen that has granite countertops, recessed lighting, stainless steel appliances and 36 soft-close cabinets and drawers. The master suite has a walk-in closet and fully tiled master bathroom. For additional information, go to realtor.com.

Reduced to $449,000, this five-bedroom home at 5883 Bartlett St. in Squirrel Hill has an updated front porch with a new front door, roof and Hardiboard. The living room has a gas fireplace crown molding and leaded glass window. The first floor’s hardwood floors were replaced two years ago and the master bedroom features a built-in bookcase and window seat. For complete details, go to realtor.com.

Feature photo of 403 Granville Place via realtor.com.

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