Selling a house in Forward Township, PA: no point-of-sale inspection

Allegheny County, Pennsylvania · Last checked November 2026

No point-of-sale rule

Forward Township did not require a dye test or an occupancy inspection for a sale as of the 2024 county listing.

What to expect instead

Without a city inspection, the buyer's own home inspection is what will surface problems. Lenders, title companies and state disclosure laws still apply. Pennsylvania sellers still complete the state Seller's Property Disclosure Statement.

Who to call

Forward Township
412-384-1761
Official page

Housing in Forward Township

Median year homes were built
1949
Median home value
$166,000
Owner-occupied homes
1,160 of 1,368 (85%)
Total housing units
1,440

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates for Forward township, Allegheny County, Pennsylvania.

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Frequently asked questions

Do I need a point-of-sale inspection to sell a house in Forward Township, PA?

Forward Township did not require a dye test or an occupancy inspection for a sale as of the 2024 county listing.

Should I still get an inspection before listing?

A pre-listing inspection is optional, but it lets you find problems before a buyer's inspector does, and it gives you time to fix them or price them in.

How old are the homes in Forward Township?

The median home in Forward Township was built in 1949, and the median home value is $166,000, according to the Census Bureau's 2020-2024 American Community Survey.

Nearby: Pittsburgh & Allegheny County

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Last checked November 2026. Rules and fees change by ordinance and resolution. Confirm with the municipality before you list. See something out of date? Report a change.