5139 Penton Rd Squirrel Hill, PA 15213
3 bed / 3 bath / 3,080 Sq. Ft. / 6,965 Sq. Ft., 0.16 acres lot size / Single Family
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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.
property details
Type
Single Family
Status
Active
County
Allegheny-East
Year Built
1952
Sq. Ft.
3,080
Lot Size
6,965 Sq. Ft., 0.2 acres
Listing Id
1749447
Courtesy Of
Nancy Tabacjar Ware - BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY THE PREFERRED REALTY +1 412 848 1661
List Office Phone
+1 (412) 487-3200
Subdivision
Morewood Heights
Interior Features
Appliances
Cooktop
Dishwasher
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
Refrigerator
Fireplace
Family Room
Fireplaces Total
1
Living Area Units
Sq. Ft.
Beds
3
Full Baths
2
Half Baths
1
Bathrooms Total
3
Exterior Features
Parking
Covered
Stories
2
Parking Spaces
2
Utility & Building Info
Sewer
Public Sewer
Water Source
Public Water
Tax Amount
10933
Building Area Total
3,080 Sq. Ft.
Price Per Sq Ft
$390
Architectural Style
Contemporary
2 Story
2 Story
Price History
| date | event | price | source |
|---|---|---|---|
|
05/07/2026
05/07/2026
|
Active |
$1,200,000
|
West Penn MLS |
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