The Paddock is a rare architectural treasure and an extraordinary opportunity to thoughtfully restore a true piece of Pittsburgh history. It is the only remaining Sewickley Heights residence designed by Alden & Harlow, the renowned architects behind the Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh and the Duquesne Club.
Commissioned by Adelaide Burguinn, this estate was built with enduring quality, proportion, and craftsmanship that simply cannot be replicated today. Behind its stately presence lies the chance to steward a landmark property and shape its next chapter with vision and intention.
Set privately on expansive manicured grounds in Sewickley Heights, the property offers sweeping lawns, a paddock, kennel, and mature trees that create natural privacy while remaining minutes from Sewickley Village, Quaker Valley Schools, and Downtown Pittsburgh.
Inside, more than six bedrooms and gracious entertaining spaces reflect the signature Alden and Harlow style. Soaring ceilings, extraordinary millwork, balanced symmetry, and remarkable scale define the interiors. The formal dining room, sunlit Morning Room, and stately Billiard Room recall an era when homes were designed for meaningful gatherings and lasting traditions, including the unforgettable hosting of a twenty eight foot Christmas tree in the grand hall.
For buyers who value substance as much as beauty, significant recent improvements provide confidence moving forward. The sellers have installed a brand new roof along with new gutters and downspouts, and the septic system is being updated. The structural integrity is present. The setting is exceptional. The opportunity is clear.
In a marketplace where so much feels newly built yet lacking character, The Paddock offers architectural pedigree, privacy, and the rare ability to personalize a historic estate while honoring its legacy.
This is more than a home. It is a responsibility, a privilege, and an invitation to restore one of Sewickley Heights’ most storied residences to its rightful grandeur.
For sale
$2,750,000
859 Blackburn Rd, Sewickley, PA 15143
7beds
10,312sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1900
9.64 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$267/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Remarkable scaleSunlit morning roomExtraordinary millworkMore than six bedroomsGracious entertaining spacesStately presenceStately billiard room
- 141 days |
- 1,934 |
- 69 |
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: February 23, 2026 at 08:12am
Listed by:
Robyn Jones 412-471-4900,
PIATT SOTHEBY'S INTERNATIONAL REALTY 412-471-4900
Source: WPMLS,MLS#: 1726536
Originating MLS: West Penn Multi-List
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 7
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 5
Primary bedroom
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 3
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 4
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 5
- Level: Upper
Bonus room
- Level: Upper
Den
- Level: Main
Dining room
- Level: Main
Entry foyer
- Level: Main
Family room
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Laundry
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer
Features
- Pantry
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
- Basement: Full,Interior Entry
- Number of fireplaces: 5
- Fireplace features: Decorative
Interior area
- Total structure area: 10,312
- Total interior livable area: 10,312 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached, Garage, Garage Door Opener
- Has attached garage: Yes
Features
- Levels: Three Or More
- Stories: 3
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 9.64 Acres
- Dimensions: 9.643
Details
- Parcel number: 0604P00245000000
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Three Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Roof: Slate
Condition
- Resale
- Year built: 1900
Details
- Warranty included: Yes
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Security System
Location
- Region: Sewickley
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $267/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,230,500
- Annual tax amount: $37,415
- Date on market: 10/26/2025
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
Not available
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/26/2025 | Listed for sale | $2,750,000$267/sqft |
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| 10/26/2025 | Listing removed | $2,750,000$267/sqft |
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| 6/26/2025 | Listed for sale | $2,750,000-26.7%$267/sqft |
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| 6/26/2025 | Listing removed | $3,750,000$364/sqft |
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| 4/10/2025 | Listed for sale | $3,750,000$364/sqft |
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Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $40,058 +7.1% | $1,212,500 |
| 2024 | $37,415 +552.4% | $1,212,500 |
| 2023 | $5,735 +0% | $1,212,500 |
| 2022 | $5,735 | $1,212,500 |
| 2021 | $5,735 +2% | $1,212,500 |
| 2020 | $5,620 -2% | $1,212,500 |
| 2019 | $5,735 -83.5% | $1,212,500 |
| 2018 | $34,714 +4.2% | $1,212,500 |
| 2017 | $33,307 +480.8% | $1,212,500 |
| 2016 | $5,735 -81.7% | $1,212,500 |
| 2015 | $31,380 | $1,212,500 |
| 2014 | -- | $1,212,500 -0.2% |
| 2013 | -- | $1,215,500 +37.3% |
| 2012 | -- | $885,000 |
| 2011 | -- | $885,000 |
| 2010 | -- | $885,000 |
| 2009 | -- | $885,000 |
| 2008 | -- | $885,000 |
| 2007 | -- | $885,000 |
| 2006 | -- | $885,000 |
| 2005 | -- | $885,000 |
| 2004 | -- | $885,000 -1.7% |
| 2003 | -- | $900,000 -41% |
| 2002 | -- | $1,526,300 |
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BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$17,757/mo
Principal & interest
$14182
Property taxes
$3575
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: Sewickley Heights
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Edgeworth Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 1.7 mi
- 7/10Quaker Valley Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.5 mi
- 9/10Quaker Valley High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Quaker Valley
Source: WPMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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