# Pittsburgh, PA — Top 5 Renovation Picks (Aug 08, 2025)

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**Category:** Pittsburgh\
**Tags:** pittsburgh, redfin, renovation\
**Created:** [August 8, 2025, 1:17pm UTC](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/pittsburgh-pa-top-5-renovation-picks-aug-08-2025/20281 "2025-08-08T13:17:44Z")\
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# Here are the top renovation opportunities in Pittsburgh, offering great potential for value-add improvements.

## 327 Dinwiddie St, Hill District, PA 15219 — $89,900

- Beds/Baths/Sqft: 4 bd / 2 ba / 2,226 sqft
- Price per SqFt: $40
- Year Built / Type: 1900 / Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)
- Why it’s interesting:
  - Extremely low entry price with significant renovation potential.
  - Already a blank slate, ready for a complete transformation.

- [View on Redfin](https://www.redfin.com/PA/Pittsburgh/327-Dinwiddie-St-15219/home/73541172)

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## 1629 Streets Run Rd, Baldwin Boro, PA 15236 — $199,900

- Beds/Baths/Sqft: 3 bd / 2.5 ba / 1,476 sqft
- Price per SqFt: $135
- Year Built / Type: 1898 / Single Family Residential
- Why it’s interesting:
  - Low entry price for an older home with potential for cosmetic upgrades.
  - Features a versatile bonus room and a spacious kitchen with modern appliances.

- [View on Redfin](https://www.redfin.com/PA/Pittsburgh/1629-Streets-Run-Rd-15236/home/73547928)

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## 1818 Fallowfield Ave, Beechview, PA 15216 — $225,000

- Beds/Baths/Sqft: 4 bd / 2 ba / 2,084 sqft
- Price per SqFt: $108
- Year Built / Type: 1910 / Single Family Residential
- Why it’s interesting:
  - Offers a large detached garage and a spacious fenced yard.
  - Solid brick construction with a newer roof and updated mechanicals.

- [View on Redfin](https://www.redfin.com/PA/Pittsburgh/1818-Fallowfield-Ave-15216/home/74597758)

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## 1407 Hillsdale Ave, Dormont, PA 15216 — $165,000

- Beds/Baths/Sqft: 2 bd / 1.5 ba / 1,116 sqft
- Price per SqFt: $148
- Year Built / Type: 1920 / Townhouse
- Why it’s interesting:
  - Low entry price with potential to add a bath and convert spaces.
  - Updated kitchen and a large laundry closet with back patio access.

- [View on Redfin](https://www.redfin.com/PA/Pittsburgh/1407-Hillsdale-Ave-15216/home/74770311)

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## 2635 Penn Ave #316, Downtown Pgh, PA 15222 — $439,000

- Beds/Baths/Sqft: 1 bd / 1 ba / 927 sqft
- Price per SqFt: $474
- Year Built / Type: 2023 / Condo/Co-op
- Why it’s interesting:
  - Mid-band pricing with potential for adding a second bath.
  - Located in the vibrant Strip District with modern finishes and private balcony.

- [View on Redfin](https://www.redfin.com/PA/Pittsburgh/2635-Penn-Ave-15222/unit-316/home/182365258)

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_Automated shortlist; not financial or real-estate advice._

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**Post date:** [August 8, 2025, 1:31pm UTC](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/pittsburgh-pa-top-5-renovation-picks-aug-08-2025/20281/2 "2025-08-08T13:31:22Z")

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love this tool. can we do the other hot spots next?? we wanted to renovate something in the near future actually
