Wow Houses: Pittsburgh Area's 5 Priciest Properties

PITTSBURGH, PA - Certainly everyone isn’t able to afford the homes presented below. But even if you can’t, occasionally it’s fun to take a glimpse at the highest of the high-end homes in the local real estate market.

So let’s see what homes you might consider pursuing if you ever win that elusive Powerball jackpot. These are the most expensive properties currently listed in the Pittsburgh market, courtesy of realtor.com:

This penthouse level condominium at 550 Market St., Downtown, which lists for $4,375, offers the ultimate in sophisticated urban living. The floor-to-ceiling walls provide spectacular views of the city skyline. Among the many amenities are countertops of polished marble and onyx slabs, high-end kitchen appliances, a dining room with seating for a dozen guests and a sit-down breakfast area overlooking Market Square. For additional information, go to realtor.com.

Listing for $4,250,000, this incredible property at 127 Field Club Road in Fox Chapel has an extraordinary master suite that includes a library/loft, two bathrooms with walk-in closets and patio access. The great room opens to the dining room, kitchen and lofted music room. The kitchen has a subzero refrigerator and freezer and there’s a walk-in pantry with additional cabinetry for abundant storage space. Attached to the garage you’ll find the carriage house. For complete details, go to realtor.com.

This signature home at 5228 Westminster Place in Shadyside, which lists for $3,950,000, boasts every possible amenity. There are marble, hardwood and honed stone floors, oversized light-filled rooms, a gourmet cook’s kitchen, a burnished wood office and exercise room. There’s also a brilliantly designed indoor-outdoor pool with a hot tub, state-of-the-art baths, a beautiful yard and green space and a four-car integral garage. For additional information, go to realtor.com.

Listing for $3,960,000, the spectacular penthouse at 5301 Fifth Avenue in Shadyside has more than 6,000 square feet of space all on one level. The master bedroom suite has a wood-burning fireplace, walk-in closets and custom cabinets, and the master bathroom has imported Carrera marble, a dual steam shower and custom heated mirrored cabinets. The condo features state-of-the-art designer lighting, brushed nickel hardware, walnut hardwood floors and a granite entry from the elevator with private access. For complete details, go to realtor.com.

This home at 2 Little Lane in Fox Chapel, which lists for $3,800,000, comes with an owner’s suite that includes a walk-in closet, custom wardrobes and a sitting area, all with views of the rose gardens. Enjoy the chef’s kitchen that includes a butler’s pantry and opens to the family room with spectacular windows. The first floor is completed with a living room, dining room and a paneled library. The finished lower level, which has walk-out access to the gardens, includes a wine cellar, craft and work rooms, an exercise room, full bathroom and ample storage. For additional information, go to realtor.com.