Homes North of Pittsburgh

08/16/2026

✨ OPEN HOUSE ✨

Today’s modern living meets classic charm in the heart of Bellevue! From the moment you step onto the welcoming front porch of 573 Dawson Avenue, you’ll know you’ve found something truly special—a turn-key home where historic soul seamlessly blends with contemporary design.

Come tour this incredible space and envision your next chapter:

When: Sunday, August 16th | 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM

Where: 573 Dawson Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15202

Questions or want to schedule a private showing?

Send a DM or reach out directly!

08/12/2026

he Market Is Balancing Out
If you’ve been waiting on the sidelines in Wexford, Cranberry Township, Hampton, Sewickley, McCandless, or Ross Township, the real estate landscape is shifting. We are transitioning from a hyper-competitive seller’s market into a neutral, balanced market—and that creates a distinct advantage for smart home buyers.

What a Neutral Market Means for You
* More Room to Negotiate: Bidding wars are cooling off. You now have space to negotiate price, ask for seller concessions, or request repairs.
* Thorough Due Diligence: Contingencies are back. Protect your investment with full home inspections and appraisal contingencies without automatically losing out.
* Increased Inventory & Options: Homes are staying on the market longer, giving you more choices and time to make thoughtful decisions.
* Realistic Property Pricing: Sellers are pricing homes closer to true market value, reducing speculative overpricing.

Ready to Find Your Next Home?
Navigating a shifting market takes strategy, localized pricing insight, and careful negotiation. Let’s look at active inventory together and build a plan tailored to your timeline and budget.

DM or call today for a complimentary Buyer’s Market Report.

MICHAELA TRIPON
Associate Broker / Realtor®
REMAX SELECT REALTY
Mobile: (412) 445-8664
Office: (724) 933-6300 ext. 465
Email: [email protected]
Website: michaela-tripon.remax.com

08/05/2026

🏡 Pittsburgh Real Estate Update

Late summer is a pivotal time for our local housing market! Here is a quick snapshot of where things stand across the Greater Pittsburgh Metro Area this month:

📊 The Numbers

Mortgage Rates: 30-year fixed rates are averaging around 6.75%–7.0%, with 15-year fixed options near 6.0%.

Home Values: Local median prices remain strong, reflecting steady, resilient growth.

Inventory: Supply stays tight (under 2 months), keeping turn-key homes moving fast in 8–21 days.

💡 What It Means For You
Current rates mean strategy matters. Buyers can take advantage of late-summer’s lower competition to negotiate seller concessions or rate buydowns. Sellers need accurate pricing to capture selective buyers, while current homeowners might find leveraging equity for home upgrades makes more sense than moving.

Thinking about making a move or curious about your neighborhood’s current value? DM me today—I’m happy to help!

07/27/2026

If you're house hunting North of Pittsburgh, you'll likely cross the county line between Allegheny County (Wexford, Hampton, McCandless, Pine, Richland, Franklin Park) and Butler County (Cranberry, Mars, Seven Fields).

Key differences to weigh with your home search:

Property Taxes: Butler County generally offers lower overall property tax rates, which can boost your monthly purchasing power.

Commute: Living further north in Butler County adds a few minutes to a Downtown commute, but direct access to I-79 and the PA Turnpike keeps travel straightforward.

Housing Stock: You’ll find a blend of classic custom builds in Allegheny County and rapid modern new construction in Butler County.

Looking to compare monthly payments across both counties? Send me a message, and let's run the numbers for your budget!

Let’s get your home search started!
MICHAELA TRIPON
Associate Broker / Realtor®
REMAX SELECT REALTY
Mobile: (412) 445-8664
Office: (724) 933-6300 ext. 465
Email: [email protected]
Website: michaela-tripon.remax.com

07/24/2026

Despite a stall in new single-family housing starts, single-family completions jumped 6.6% in June compared to the previous month.

07/21/2026

Price gets you in the door. Strategy gets you the keys. 🔑
In a competitive market, winning an offer isn’t always about slinging the highest number at the seller. It’s about crafting a smart, clean agreement that solves the seller's specific problem while gives buyer levels of protection.
When I help buyers structure an offer, here are 3 details we focus on beyond the purchase price:

Terms That Matter: Settlement flexibility, clear contingency language, and solid terms often outweigh a slightly higher offer with messy conditions.

Listing Agent Rapport: Clear communication and cooperation with the listing side ensures a smooth transition.

Ironclad Preparation: A tight, fully pre-approved package that gives the seller 100% confidence we will cross the finish line smoothly.

Thinking about buying soon? Don't wait until you find "the house" to figure out your game plan.
📲 DM me "STRATEGY" or send a message to book a quick, no-pressure Offer Strategy Consult before you start touring.

MICHAELA TRIPON
Associate Broker / Realtor®
REMAX SELECT REALTY
Mobile: (412) 445-8664
Office: (724) 933-6300 ext. 465
Email: [email protected]
Website: michaela-tripon.remax.com

07/08/2026

Real Estate Market Check 📍 North of Pittsburgh Suburbs:

🔥 Fastest Pace: Cranberry Township is leading the pack with homes going under contract in as few as 15 days at a clean 100% sale-to-list ratio.

📈 Premium Demand: Wexford prices continue to climb, pushing the median sale price to $547,800 with highly competitive bidding for top-tier properties.

🤝 Buyer's Edge: Fox Chapel's luxury market is showing more inventory, bringing the sale-to-list ratio to 95.4%—giving buyers some welcome leverage.
Pricing strategy is everything right now. If you're planning a move this season, let’s look at the localized data to build your strategy. Drop a comment or message me directly!

📍 Hampton:
Median $419K
22 Days on Market
100% Sale-to-List
📍 Wexford:
Median $547K
21 Days on Market
99.6% Sale-to-List
📍 Cranberry Twp:
Median $458K
15-24 Days on Market
100% Sale-to-List
📍 Mars:
Median $499K
23-32 Days on Market
98% Sale-to-List
📍 McCandless:
Median $418K
22 Days on Market
100% Sale-to-List
📍 Fox Chapel:
Median $930K
24-30 Days on Market
95.4% Sale-to-List

Curious what your specific neighborhood or equity looks like today? DM me for a quick, custom valuation. 📲

MICHAELA TRIPON
Associate Broker / Realtor®
REMAX SELECT REALTY
📲(412) 445-8664
📞(724) 933-6300 ext. 465
📧[email protected]
michaela-tripon.remax.com

06/10/2026

PSA for all home buyers because I truly believe most people don’t realize this...

When you click the “TOUR THIS HOME” or “CONTACT AGENT” button on Zillow or any online search portal:

YOU are the product!

Your information is being sold as a lead to an agent paying for buyer opportunities. And 99% of the time, that agent is not the listing agent and has never seen the house either.

Most buyers assume they’re getting connected directly to the listing agent- someone who knows the property, has all the key info on the home, can answer questions, and is simply opening the door because it’s “their listing.”

I know this because I’m having this exact conversation with people. Zillow is actually getting sued for lack of transparency about this exact thing. So, today is the day we’re gonna get real transparent with it on social media. 😂

Here’s what really happens when you click that “Contact Agent” button: You are being routed into their lead system. They are selling your information to a realtor. Sometime more than one realtor...

And listen… if that’s how you want to approach your home search, cool. No judgment. I’m just here to tell you what’s actually happening on the back end because most consumers genuinely have no idea.

I’ve had conversations in the past with buyers who thought they were directly contacting the listing agent. Mostly because they felt like their timing was really far out, and they didn’t want to “bug” the agent they planned on using because it seemed silly in their mind.

Well it’s not!

PLEASE bother your Realtor. That’s literally what we are here for. Send the screenshot. Text the address. Email the Zillow link at 10:42 PM while laying in bed spiraling about interest rates.

Just know what you’re opting into before clicking buttons all over the internet because you don’t know what you don’t know.

Sighed agents everywhere….

06/02/2026

05/19/2026

Most people think a Realtor's job is just opening doors and writing offers. In reality, that’s only the tip of the iceberg. 🧊
When you’re making one of the biggest financial decisions of your life, you don't just need a salesperson—you need someone who can protect your decisions.

Here is what actually separates the pros from the pack:

✅ Market Strategy: Understanding leverage, not just prices.
✅ Negotiation: It’s about terms, timing, contingencies, not just the highest bid.
✅ Problem Solving: Staying calm when inspections , financials or appraisals get tricky.
✅ Honesty: Having the integrity to say, "This isn't the right house for you."

Don't settle for average. Work with someone who advocates for your interests every step of the way. 🏠✨

📩 Let's have an honest conversation — DM me to get started!

MICHAELA TRIPON
Associate Broker / Realtor®
REMAX SELECT REALTY
📲(412) 445-8664
📞(724) 933-6300 ext. 465
📧[email protected]
michaela-tripon.remax.com

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