Selling a house in Rankin Borough, PA: what the city requires
Allegheny County, Pennsylvania · Last checked November 2026
Selling in Rankin requires an occupancy inspection before closing.
What Rankin Borough requires
Occupancy (resale) inspection
- Who does it
- Municipal code enforcement or its inspection agency.
- Cost
- $50.
Who to call
Rankin Borough
412-271-1027
Official page
Housing in Rankin Borough
- Median year homes were built
- 1949
- Median home value
- $95,000
- Owner-occupied homes
- 314 of 770 (41%)
- Total housing units
- 923
With half the homes built by 1949, inspectors here commonly flag older wiring, missing GFCI outlets, handrails, and worn exteriors. Fix the cheap items before the inspection.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates for Rankin borough, Allegheny County, Pennsylvania.
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How the occupancy inspection process works
Many Allegheny County boroughs and townships inspect a home before a new owner moves in and issue an occupancy permit. The checklist usually covers smoke detectors, handrails, electrical hazards and exterior condition.
- Apply to the municipality and pay the fee.
- Pass the inspection, or fix the listed items and get re-inspected.
- Give the occupancy certificate to the title company.
| Item | Typical range |
|---|---|
| Municipal fee | $10 to $100 |
Read the full occupancy inspection guide
If the house fails
You can repair before closing, use an escrow or extension where the city allows it, let the buyer assume the work for a credit, or sell as-is. Compare the options.
Frequently asked questions
What does Rankin Borough require before I sell my house?
Selling in Rankin requires an occupancy inspection before closing.
How much does the occupancy (resale) inspection cost in Rankin Borough?
$50. Typical related costs: municipal fee $10 to $100.
What if my house fails?
You can make the repairs before closing, negotiate a credit with the buyer, or sell as-is to a buyer who will handle the work. Ask the municipality whether it allows a buyer to assume the work or an escrow.
Who pays, the buyer or the seller?
The ordinance usually makes the seller responsible for ordering it, but who pays for repairs is negotiable in the purchase agreement.
How old are the homes in Rankin Borough?
The median home in Rankin Borough was built in 1949, and the median home value is $95,000, according to the Census Bureau's 2020-2024 American Community Survey.
Nearby: Pittsburgh & Allegheny County
- Pine Township Required in some cases
- Pitcairn Borough Required at sale
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- Pleasant Hills Borough Required at sale
- Plum Borough Required at sale
- Port Vue Borough Required at sale
- Reserve Township Required at sale
- Richland Township Required at sale
- Robinson Township Required at sale
- Ross Township Required at sale
- Rosslyn Farms Borough Required at sale
- Scott Township Required at sale
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Sources
- Pennsylvania Land Titles, Allegheny County Municipal Information: dye testing and occupancy (Feb. 2024)
- U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates (tables B25035, B25077, B25003, B25001)
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.