225 Trowbridge St

Welcome to 225 Trowbridge Street, a charming 1916 brick home offering an abundance of original character, generously sized living spaces, and a host of recent improvements. Combining timeless architectural details with a comfortable and functional layout, the home retains much of the craftsmanship that makes early twentieth-century Pittsburgh homes so distinctive. A welcoming entry opens to the main level, where original hardwood floors, beautiful woodwork, and classic architectural details immediately stand out. The spacious living room features a decorative fireplace, while the formal dining room offers plenty of natural light and an inviting setting for gatherings. The newly renovated kitchen provides ample space for everyday needs, and first floor laundry and powder room added in the past few years. The second level offers two spacious bedrooms, a full bathroom, and a versatile office or flex space. The bathroom has recently been updated with porcelain tile flooring, a new vanity and an illuminated mirror. Continue to the third floor, where two additional rooms and a sizeable landing provide excellent flexibility for bedrooms, office space, hobbies, or additional storage. Recent improvements extend throughout the property, including a new roof and complete electrical replacement in 2021. Additional improvements include new windows, completely reconstructed front and rear porch stairways, exterior masonry repairs, restored window sills, and updated exterior finishes. The home's original cast-iron radiators have been refinished, preserving their historic character. Outside, the solid brick exterior and level rear yard provide a pleasant setting for gardening, entertaining, or simply enjoying the outdoors. Access to the rear of the home via alleyway offers the opportunity for off street parking or garage. Beyond the home, Hazelwood is experiencing a remarkable period of reinvestment and development. Nearby Hazelwood Green, the transformation of a former industrial site along the Monongahela River, is becoming a center for research, technology, innovation, and recreation. Major developments include Carnegie Mellon University's Manufacturing Futures Institute and Robotics Innovation Center, the University of Pittsburgh's BioForge, and artificial intelligence startup Hellbender. The new U.S. Steel Community Field in collaboration with The Pittsburgh Steelers adds a multipurpose athletic complex designed to serve local youth sports and the broader Pittsburgh community, with a full-size playing field, spectator seating, and supporting recreational facilities. The surrounding neighborhood offers an increasingly diverse collection of independent businesses and local destinations. Enjoy French pastries from La Gourmandine's bakehouse, explore the Carnegie Library of Hazelwood, or visit one of the neighborhood's four breweries: Hazel Grove Brewing, Abstract Realm Brewing Company, New France Brewing Company, and Abjuration Brewing. Local dining includes Comfort & Spice and The Woods House, housed in one of Pittsburgh's oldest surviving homes, dating to approximately 1792. Located less than five miles from Downtown Pittsburgh and approximately three miles from the heart of Oakland, with its universities, hospitals, and medical centers, 225 Trowbridge Street offers convenient access to two of the region's most important employment, educational, and cultural centers. With its original hardwood floors, beautiful woodwork, spacious rooms, recent improvements, and location in a neighborhood experiencing significant investment, this classic brick home offers an opportunity to enjoy Pittsburgh's architectural past while being part of Hazelwood's evolving future.