Shift Happens.

🏡 Real Estate Revelations

May 30, 2025 Edition | Read Online

Some weeks coast. This one cracked wide open.

Inventory is surging — up 12.87% year-over-year here in Pittsburgh — and April’s total sales dropped 4% compared to last year. Combine that with rates still brushing 7%, and… it’s official: we’ve entered buyer market territory. The deals are there — you just have to move smart.

But real estate isn’t the only thing making noise. Pittsburgh Pride 2025 is kicking off with a citywide celebration of inclusivity, artistry, and momentum. Meanwhile, Rite Aid is shutting down more local stores, and Post Malone + Jelly Roll just proved that Pittsburgh still knows how to throw down.

I’ve also got two standout listings (one in Wexford, one in Rostraver), a can't-miss Bonus Bite in the Strip, and a full lineup of Pride-fueled weekend events you don’t want to miss.

If you're new here, I’m Pittsburgh’s Go-To Realtor, Expert in Luxury Homes & Strategic Real Estate Solutions, and someone who’s proud to combine small-town roots with big-city results. Over the years, I’ve sold millions of dollars worth of real estate, met some incredible people, and had the privilege of helping them buy and sell some truly amazing properties.

🏡 Standout Property: 391 Marshall Heights Dr, Wexford, PA

This one checks the “end-unit, low-maintenance, North Allegheny School District” trifecta. Let’s break it down:

🚗 Commute-Friendly + Convenient as Hell
Just 2 minutes from Soergel’s and I-79. 10 minutes to Whole Foods. 20 to Cranberry or Downtown. Whether you're chasing coffee, cocktails, or the office grind — you’re covered.

☕ A Kitchen That Fuels Your Life
Granite counters. Stainless steel appliances. A dedicated coffee/bar nook that says “You deserve espresso… and maybe a Manhattan too.”

🛋️ Living Room Goals
Tons of natural light, hardwood floors, and space for that oversized sectional you swear you’re going to buy one day.

🛏️ Three Legit Bedrooms
A primary suite with a California closet (hello, boutique vibes) and two more bedrooms that don’t feel like afterthoughts.

🛠️ Bonus Room + Two-Car Garage
Storage, gym, office, or man cave — your call. And no circling the block looking for parking.

🍹 Deck Days Are Calling
Fire up the grill and unwind. This private outdoor space is made for summer nights.

💼 Ideal for homeowners or investors — this place has never sat empty.

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💰 Listed at $415,000
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🏡 Standout Property #2: 225 Larson Blvd, Rostraver, PA

Small-town setting, oversized lot, and big updates? Let’s go:

🌳 Nearly an Acre to Call Your Own
Corner lot, almost a full acre. Play catch. Host parties. Add a pool. You’ve got options.

📐 Open, Bright, and Flexible Inside
A big living room flows straight into the dining and kitchen space — perfect for entertaining or just not feeling boxed in.

🚪 Step Outside to Something Built to Last
French doors open to a Fiberon Horizon deck (translation: beautiful, low-maintenance, and made for outdoor cocktails).

🛏️ 4 Beds, 2 Baths, All the Possibilities
Two beds on the main, two upstairs — perfect for families, guests, or turning one into that office you keep meaning to set up.

🚗 Parking Galore + Functional Basement
Driveway, front street, side street, integral garage, and carport — bring everyone over. And there’s a full basement ready to be your gym or game room.

🔧 Major Updates Done
HVAC, driveway, retaining wall, deck, added bed & bath. Move-in ready with room to grow.

💰 Listed at $315,000
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📊 Market Snapshot: May 30, 2025

🔻 Mortgage Rates: Slight Dip, But Still High
Rates slipped again this week — not enough to change affordability, but just enough to tease it:

💡 Rates remain sticky — just under 7%. Anyone buying should recheck their pre-approval numbers before making offers.

📦 Inventory Rising, Sales Slipping = Buyer’s Market Incoming
We’re watching a clear shift in momentum:

• 📈 Active Listings in Pittsburgh: Up 12.87% year-over-year

• 📉 Total Sales (April 2025 vs. April 2024): Down 4%

• 📦 New Listings This Week: 771

• 💸 Price Drops: 596 (holding steady)

• 🏡 Homes Sold: 707

• ⏳ Median Days on Market: 19

• 🧾 SP/LP Ratio: 98.27%

💡 Key Takeaway:
This is officially a buyer’s market. More options. More negotiating power. Less competition. If you’ve been on the sidelines, now might be the time to step in — just be strategic and patient. Seller’s the “hope and pray” days of pricing are gone. Strategic pricing matters, and you must be receptive and reactive to the market or you’ll be left behind. Buyer’s just because it looks expensive, don’t be afraid to throw a number out there. You might be surprised.

🌈 Weekend Radar: Pride. Parades. Performances. Pittsburgh.

🎉 Pittsburgh Pride Month Kicks Off!
If you’ve been waiting for the city to come alive — this is the weekend. Pride Month is here and it’s bringing the energy with 3 days of celebration, music, marches, and magic. Whether you’re a longtime ally or just looking for a reason to dance in the street, there’s no better place to be than Downtown & the North Side.

Friday, May 30

• Start things off at the Pride Prom — a 21+ event at the Courtyard Marriott with food, drinks, and a whole lot of glitter.

• Then keep it going with the Emerald Kiki Ball, a late-night celebration of ballroom culture at QMNTY Center. Expect fierce looks and even fiercer moves.

Saturday, May 31

• Head to Allegheny Commons Park West for Festival Day 1, with a packed lineup of performers, food trucks, community orgs, and even a Children’s Village for families.

• This year’s headliner? American Idol alum and LGBTQ+ advocate David Archuleta hits the stage.

Sunday, June 1

• The weekend wraps with the Pride March & Festival Day 2, starting with a full parade down Liberty Avenue (10AM) and ending back at the park for another afternoon of music, drag, food, and fun — featuring Lil’ Mo, J. Howell, and the iconic Willam.
  TL;DR: Come as you are. Celebrate everyone. Pittsburgh shows up big for Pride.

🎤 An Evening with Jon Stewart
📍 Benedum Center – Saturday @ 7:30 PM
The legend himself hits Pittsburgh with sharp wit and unapologetic opinions. This will sell out.

🎼 Brahms’ Fourth Symphony
📍 Heinz Hall – Fri/Sat/Sun
End your weekend on a high note — literally. The Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra performs Brahms’ final and most emotionally rich symphony. It’s as dramatic as it is beautiful.

⚽ Riverhounds vs. Rhode Island FC
📍 Highmark Stadium – Saturday @ 7:00 PM
Live soccer with downtown views and cold beer? You already know. Grab your scarf and let’s go Hounds.

🎩 Joshua Jay: Making Magic
📍 Liberty Magic – Final Weekend
One of the best magicians alive takes you behind the scenes of how illusions are actually made. Seriously — you won’t look at a deck of cards the same way again.

🗞️ Local Headlines

🚪 Rite Aid Pulls Out of More Pittsburgh Locations
Another wave of Rite Aid closures is hitting the Pittsburgh area, with nearly a dozen stores shuttering due to bankruptcy restructuring. Many of these are in neighborhoods already light on pharmacy options — raising concerns about access to everyday essentials and prescriptions. Expect further consolidation across the region in coming months.

🌈 Pittsburgh Pride 2025 Brings Power, Progress, and Purpose
This year’s Pride celebration isn’t just about rainbows and parades — it’s rooted in real advocacy and community building. With performances from queer and BIPOC artists, a focus on mental health, and support for trans rights, Pittsburgh Pride 2025 is shaping up to be one of the most intentional, inclusive, and electric celebrations the city has seen in years.

🎤 Post Malone & Jelly Roll Rock PNC Park
In a night that blended gritty country soul with mainstream swagger, Post Malone and Jelly Roll lit up PNC Park this past Thursday. From “Sunflower” to emotional tributes and surprise duets, the show proved Pittsburgh is still a top-tier stop for massive touring acts — and the crowd brought that Steel City energy all night long.

TL;DR – Your Pittsburgh Weekend Cheat Sheet

For when you're scrolling at red lights (not that you’d admit it)

⚡ TL;DR – This Week at a Glance

• 🏡 Two new listings: Wexford end-unit townhome + nearly 1-acre Cape Cod in Rostraver. Both move-in ready and worth a look.

• 📉 Market shift alert: Active listings up 12.87%, April sales down 4% YoY — we’re officially in buyer territory.

• 🌈 Pittsburgh Pride takes over the weekend with parades, festivals, and performances across the city.

• 🎤 Post Malone & Jelly Roll crushed PNC Park, while Rite Aid quietly closed more locations.

• 🍝 Bonus Bite: Hit Dish Osteria in South Side for moody vibes and unreal pasta.

🍽️ Bonus Bite: DiAnoia’s Eatery – Handmade Pasta in the Strip

If you haven’t been to DiAnoia’s Eatery, consider this your sign. This Strip District favorite blends old-school Italian comfort with modern charm — and it’s just as perfect for a casual lunch as it is for a cozy date night.

Founded by husband-and-wife duo Aimee and Dave Anoia, this spot has earned national attention for its scratch-made pasta, weekend brunch, and unbeatable bakery counter.

Must-try dishes include:

• Ricotta toast with hot honey

• Handmade cavatelli with Sunday sauce

• Roman-style pizza (yes, it’s legit)

• Bombolini for dessert — trust us

Open daily with both dine-in and grab-and-go options, DiAnoia’s is that rare mix of quality, comfort, and cool that keeps people coming back.

📍 Location: 2549 Penn Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15222
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🌆 Explore Pittsburgh Like a Pro!
Looking for the best spots in the city without wasting your time on duds? I've done the work (and suffered through the bad) so you don’t have to. Here’s my painstakingly curated list of all my absolute favorites in Pittsburgh — the hidden gems, the must-tries, and the can't-miss classics.

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Wishing you a wonderful week ahead,
Tim

Tim Pettigrew
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