Move Smarter in Pittsburgh’s Top Neighborhoods
James helps buyers and sellers navigate every step with clarity, strategy, and personalized service across Pittsburgh’s top neighborhoods.
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More Than a Realtor
With a thoughtful, client-centered approach and a deep knowledge of Pittsburgh’s real estate market, James Lanigan helps buyers and sellers navigate each step with confidence, clarity, and results that last well beyond the closing table.
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James Lanigan
Pittsburgh Real Estate Agent
The Process and Principles That Define James Lanigan’s Work in Pittsburgh Real Estate
With a background in business and a deep understanding of Pittsburgh’s neighborhoods, James approaches every transaction with equal parts strategy and care. His clients value his ability to stay calm under pressure, explain complex decisions clearly, and keep the process moving without the guesswork.
Whether he’s working with first-time buyers or long-time homeowners, James focuses on building trust, offering straight answers, and guiding people through the market with clarity and confidence.
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What You Can Expect
Working with James means more than just buying or selling a home. It is a guided experience built on trust, clarity, and results that last.
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A Process That Makes Sense
James breaks everything down clearly from day one. You’ll always know what’s happening, why it matters, and what comes next.
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A Partner Who Listens
No assumptions, no sales pressure. James takes the time to understand what matters to you—and builds the plan around that.
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Smart Strategy, Not Guesswork
Every step, from pricing to negotiations, is backed by market data, not gut feelings or shortcuts.
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Confidence at Every Step
You won’t be left guessing or second-guessing. James handles the details, communicates often, and makes sure you feel supported all the way through.
Sold Homes
A selection of successful transactions representing James Lanigan’s experience, attention to detail, and deep knowledge of Pittsburgh’s diverse neighborhoods.
Modern multi-story house with dark gray siding, brick, large windows, surrounded by trees, and a stone patio.
470 Woodland Rd
Pittsburgh, PA 15237
Frank Lloyd Wright–inspired home with modern design, natural light, and private indoor-outdoor living just minutes from McKnight.
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A row of urban townhouses with a teal green building in the center, flanked by red brick homes.
1107 Linden Pl
Pittsburgh, PA 15212
Renovated 3-story brick home with historic charm, custom finishes, a chef’s kitchen, luxe primary suite, and flexible living space on every level.
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Mid-century modern brick house with large windows, balconies, and a landscaped patio surrounded by trees.
17 Penhurst Rd
Pittsburgh, PA 15202
Iconic mid-century modern on 2.5 wooded acres with open living, original details, and curated gardens.
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A large gray house with white trim, a front porch, and dormer windows, flanked by two other houses.
608 North St Clair St
Pittsburgh, PA 15206
Fully renovated home with 2,300 square feet, a spacious yard, and a stunning top-floor primary suite, all just steps from East Liberty and Highland Park.
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Large two-story brick house with black shutters, white trim, and a white wreath on the front door.
105 Village Dr
Cranberry Township, PA 16066
Spacious 4-bedroom home in Highland Village with open-concept living, finished basement, and a private wooded lot just minutes from the heart of Cranberry.
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A two-story brick house with a front porch and steps leading up from a green lawn.
5474 Fair Oaks St
Pittsburgh, PA 15217
Elegant brick home in Squirrel Hill with 5 beds, 3.5 baths, hardwood floors, grand staircase, and a roomy backyard, steps from Frick Park and Murray Ave.
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Start Your Move With a Realtor Who Gets It
James Lanigan has guided hundreds of clients through the buying and selling process with local expertise, strategic insight, and a calm, professional approach.
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Based Right Here in Pittsburgh
James works across the city and surrounding neighborhoods, with deep experience in areas like Troy Hill, Shadyside, Highland Park, and more. Wherever you’re looking to buy or sell, he’s already been there.
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James Lanigan is a licensed real estate agent affiliated with Compass RE, a licensed real estate broker and an Equal Housing Opportunity provider. All material on this site is intended for informational purposes only. While the information is gathered from sources believed to be reliable, it is not guaranteed and is subject to errors, omissions, or changes in price, condition, or availability without notice. Property photos may be virtually staged or digitally enhanced and may not represent actual conditions. Clients are encouraged to verify all details independently. This site does not constitute legal or financial advice, and James Lanigan and Compass RE are not responsible for any inaccuracies.