Property Attributes
- MLS#1761200
- TypeSingle Family
- Listing Status Contingent
- CountyBeaver
- CityNew Brighton
- AreaNew Brighton
- NeighborhoodBENJAMIN TOWNSEND EXT
- Zip15066
- Style
- Year Built1890
- Taxes$ 2923
- Price$ 199,900
- Bedrooms3
- Full Bathrooms2
- Half Bathrooms0
- Sqr Footage1564
- Lot Size0.09 Acres
Data Source:
West Penn MLS (WPMLS)
Property Description
Step into a piece of New Brighton history. This magnificent 1890 Victorian in the prestigious Benjamin Townsend Historic District blends 19th-century grandeur with today's most coveted updates. The kitchen is simply stunning — granite countertops, subway tile backsplash, stainless appliances, and a breakfast bar. The main-floor bathroom is oversized and magazine-worthy: exposed original brick chimney, floor-to-ceiling subway tile, glass shower, designer vanity, and in-unit laundry. Throughout: soaring ceilings, chunky Victorian baseboards, and craftsmanship that isn't built anymore — plus a sweeping porch and private yard. All new plumbing under the house and to the street (2026). New hot water tank (2026). Built during New Brighton's industrial golden era, this home stands in a neighborhood named for the Townsend family — arguably the most influential name in borough history. David Townsend, the 'Father of New Brighton,' laid out the town's original streets and donated land for Townsend Park. He was also a Quaker abolitionist and secret conductor on the Underground Railroad. The Townsend Company became the first rivet manufacturer west of the Allegheny Mountains, fueling the prosperity that built grand homes like this one. New Brighton carries an unusually large stock of pre-WWII architecture — this home is a rare and lovingly preserved example of that legacy. All new plumbing under the house and to the street (2026). New hot water tank (2026).
| Price History | |
|---|---|
| 6/22/2026 | Listed $199,900 |
General Features
| Sewer | Public Sewer |
|---|---|
| Heating | Forced Air,Gas |
| Cooling | Central Air |
| Roof | Asphalt |
| Appliances | Some Gas Appliances,Dryer,Microwave,Refrigerator,Stove,Washer |
| Architectural Style | Two Story,Victorian |
| Pool Features | None |
| Security Features | Security System |
| Year Built | 1890 |
| Stories Count | 2 |
| Levels | Two |
| Property Subtype | Single Family Residence |
| County | Beaver |
| Property Type | Residential |
| Subdivision Name | BENJAMIN TOWNSEND EXT |
| Full Baths | 2 |
| Status | Contingent |
| City | New Brighton |
| High School District | New Brighton Area |
| MLS Area | New Brighton |
| Lot Size Units | Acres |
| Tax Annual Amount | 2923 |
| Home Warranty Y/N | false |
| Property Condition | Resale |
| MLS Area Minor | New Brighton |
| Standard Status | Active Under Contract |
| Middle/Junior School District | New Brighton Area |
| Elementary School District | New Brighton Area |
| Tax Assessed Value | 136700 |
| Virtual Tour | https://www.propertypanorama.com/instaview-tour/wpn/1761200 |
| Property Sub Type Additional | Single Family Residence |
| PostalCity | New Brighton |
Interior Features
| Interior Amenities | Kitchen Island,Window Treatments |
|---|---|
| Basement | Unfinished |
| Flooring | Hardwood,Other |
| Total Fireplaces | 1 |
| Basement (Y/N) | true |
| Air Conditioning Y/N | true |
| Heating Y/N | true |
| Window Features | Multi Pane,Screens,Window Treatments |
| Fireplace Y/N | true |
| Total Bedrooms | 3 |
| Total Baths | 2 |
Exterior Features
| Parking Features | Off Street |
|---|---|
| Water Source | Public |
| Total Parking | 2 |
| Lot Size Area | 0.09 |
| Building Area Total | 1564 |
| Lot Dimensions | 50x75 |
| Lot Size Acres | 0.09 |
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
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