Address
5139 Penton Rd, Pittsburgh, PA
Price
$ 1,200,000
Property Attributes
- MLS#1749447
- TypeSingle Family
- Listing Status Active
- CountyAllegheny-East
- CityPittsburgh
- AreaSquirrel Hill
- NeighborhoodMorewood Heights
- Zip15213
- Style
- Year Built1952
- Taxes$ 10933
- Price$ 1,200,000
- Bedrooms3
- Full Bathrooms2
- Half Bathrooms1
- Sqr Footage3080
- Lot Size0.1599 Acres
Data Source:
West Penn MLS (WPMLS)
Property Description
A rare opportunity to own a landmark of mid-century modern design, the Abraam Steinberg House (1949–1951) is a masterful example of organic architecture by Peter Berndtson and Cornelia Brierly—both former apprentices of Frank Lloyd Wright who worked with Wright on Fallingwater. Thoughtfully integrated into its dramatic, steeply sloped Pittsburgh setting, this one-of-a-kind residence blends natural materials, innovative geometry, and seamless indoor-outdoor living. Constructed of brick, redwood, glass, and concrete, the home is defined by its striking architectural form— two exterior walls align with the street grid while a gracefully curved rear wall embraces a stunning open-air circular garden. This private courtyard, visible from all major living spaces, serves as the home’s true focal point, creating a serene connection between interior and landscape. Inside, three distinct levels are elegantly connected by a flowing ramp system, offering a continuous spatial experience rarely found in residential design. Custom built-in furnishings, crafted from the same rich redwood used in the structure, reinforce the home’s cohesive, organic aesthetic. Every detail reflects the visionary collaboration between Berndtson and Brierly, whose combined expertise in architecture, landscape, and interior design helped shape one of Pittsburgh’s most distinctive postwar modern homes. This is more than a residence—it is a work of art.
| Price History | |
|---|---|
| 5/7/2026 | Listed $1,200,000 |
General Features
| Sewer | Public Sewer |
|---|---|
| Appliances | Some Electric Appliances,Cooktop,Dishwasher,Refrigerator |
| Architectural Style | Contemporary,Multi-Level |
| Pool Features | None |
| Construction Materials | Frame |
| Year Built | 1952 |
| Stories Count | 2 |
| Levels | Multi/Split |
| Property Subtype | Single Family Residence |
| Community Features | Public Transportation |
| County | Allegheny-East |
| Property Type | Residential |
| Subdivision Name | Morewood Heights |
| Full Baths | 2 |
| Status | Active |
| Directions | Morewood Avenue to Forbes Avenue to Left on Beeler Street to Left on Penton Road, Property is at the corner of Penton Road & Dorset Road |
| City | Squirrel Hill |
| High School District | Pittsburgh |
| MLS Area | Squirrel Hill |
| Lot Size Units | Acres |
| Tax Annual Amount | 10933 |
| Home Warranty Y/N | true |
| Property Condition | Resale |
| MLS Area Minor | Squirrel Hill |
| Standard Status | Active |
| Middle/Junior School District | Pittsburgh |
| Elementary School District | Pittsburgh |
| Tax Assessed Value | 459900 |
| Virtual Tour | https://tour.thepreferredrealty.com/5139-Penton-Rd-PA-15213 |
| Property Sub Type Additional | Single Family Residence |
| PostalCity | Pittsburgh |
Interior Features
| Total Fireplaces | 1 |
|---|---|
| Fireplace Features | Family/Living/Great Room |
| Fireplace Y/N | true |
| Half Baths | 1 |
| Total Bedrooms | 3 |
| Total Baths | 3 |
Exterior Features
| Parking Features | Covered |
|---|---|
| Water Source | Public |
| Total Parking | 2 |
| Lot Size Area | 0.1599 |
| Building Area Total | 3080 |
| Lot Dimensions | 0.1599 |
| Lot Size Acres | 0.1599 |
Amenities
- Foreclosure
- Views
- Short Sale
- New Construction
- Adult 55+
- Lease To Own
- No HOA Fees
- Furnished
- Primary On Main
- Air Conditioning
- Seller Finance
- Green
- Fixer Upper
- Horse
- Golf
- Fireplace
- Deck
- Garage
- Basement
- Pool
Property vs Single Family Average in 15213
Price
Taxes
Year Built
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