278 Ripka St

Philadelphia, PA 19127

$495,000
Price
3
Beds
1,892 Sq. Ft.
$262 / Sq. Ft.
1,892
Sq. Ft.
$262
per Sq. Ft.
a view of a car park in front of a house
a view of a car parked in front of a brick house
a view of multiple house
a living room with fireplace furniture and a wooden floor
a living room with furniture and a flat screen tv
a living room with furniture and a flat screen tv
a living room with furniture and a fireplace
a kitchen with white cabinets and stainless steel appliances
a kitchen with a sink stove and refrigerator
a view of a dining room with furniture window and wooden floor
a view of a dining room with furniture window and wooden floor
a living room with furniture and a potted plant
a bed room with a bed and a chair
a living room with furniture and a ceiling fan
a view of a bedroom with furniture and windows
a bath tub sitting next to a shower
a bathroom with a sink and a mirror
a living room with furniture and a window
a bedroom with a bed a flat screen tv and a window
a bathroom with a sink a toilet and a mirror
a utility room with dryer and washer
a view of a livingroom with workspace and a couch
a living room with furniture and wooden floor
a view of a room with gym equipment
a view of art shop
a view of balcony with furniture
a building outdoor space with patio furniture
a view of a chairs and table in the back yard of the house
a view of a chairs and table on the deck

Description

Welcome to 278 Ripka Street, a small little area of Ripka with no through traffic. This modern brick and vinyl townhouse features off street parking and a 1 car attached garage. Enter from the covered front porch into a large open living room / dining room with gas fireplace. Through the dining area is the large kitchen that features a tile backsplash over granite counter tops, hardwood floors and a slider to an elevated deck with a view for miles. The kitchen also has a stainless-steel gas range,...Welcome to 278 Ripka Street, a small little area of Ripka with no through traffic. This modern brick and vinyl townhouse features off street parking and a 1 car attached garage. Enter from the covered front porch into a large open living room / dining room with gas fireplace. Through the dining area is the large kitchen that features a tile backsplash over granite counter tops, hardwood floors and a slider to an elevated deck with a view for miles. The kitchen also has a stainless-steel gas range, refrigerator and dishwasher. There is a convenient powder room and guest closet too. The second floor is where you will find the 3 bedrooms. The main bedroom has a ceiling fan and 2 walk in closets. the other bedrooms have ample closet space. The main bedroom bath was renovated and was a soaking tub, double vanity and glass shower stall. The hall bath has ceramic tile tub surround and floor. In the second floor hall is a convenient laundry closet and includes the washer and gas dryer. The basement has a finished recreation room with a door to the rear yard. there is also a large storage area which could be finished for additional living area or in home office. The sellers are including a 1 year home warranty.
  1. Listed by Paul J Roberto • Realty One Group Restore - Collegeville
    P: (610)-804-3218 paulroberto@comcast.net

Property Details for 278 Ripka Street

Tax ID Number
211417320
Ownership
Fee Simple
Condo Coop Association
No
HOA
No
Structure Type
End of Row/Townhouse
Style
Colonial
Levels/Stories
2
Waterfront
No
LISTING UPDATED: 01/13/2026 10:14 AM

Property Details for 278 Ripka Street

StatusActive
MLS #PAPH2573844
Days on Market15
Taxes$5,949 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeTownhouse
MLS TypeResidential / Fee Simple
Year Built1997
Lot Size0.06 AC / 2,643 SF
CountyPhiladelphia County

Location

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Building Information for 278 Ripka Street

Stories2Residences-Year Built1997Lot Size0.06 AC / 2,643 SF

Payment Calculator

$2,908 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$2,413

Property Taxes

$496

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 278 Ripka Street

Location
Location
  • School District Name: PHILADELPHIA CITY
  • School District County ID: 803408593408
  • SchoolDistrictSource: Listing Agent
  • County: PHILADELPHIA
  • MLS Area: 19127 (19127)
Waterfront / Water Access
Waterfront / Water Access
  • Water View: No
  • Water Access: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Navigable Water: No
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Riparian Rights Y/N: No
Association / Community Info
Association / Community Info
  • Senior Community: No
Taxes and Assessment
Taxes and Assessment
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Tax Assessed Value: $425,000
  • Year Assessed: 2025
  • County Tax: $0
  • Improvement Assessed Value: $340,000
  • City Town Tax: $2,617
  • Land Assessed Value: $85,000
  • Clean Green Assessed: No
  • Land Use Code: R36
  • Zoning: RSA5
  • Tax Lot: 197
  • School Tax: $3,331
  • Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: Yes
Rooms
Main
  • # Bedrooms Count Main Level: 0
  • # Bathrooms Count Main Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Full Main Level: 0
  • # Bathrooms Half Main Level: 1
All Upper Levels
  • # Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels: 3
  • # Bathrooms Count All Upper Levels: 2
  • # Bathrooms Full All Upper Levels: 2
  • # Bathrooms Half All Upper Levels: 0
Upper Level 1
  • # Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 3
  • # Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 2
  • # Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 2
  • # Bathrooms Half Upper Level: 0
All Lower Levels
  • # Bedrooms All Lower Levels: 0
  • # Bathrooms All Lower Levels: 0
  • # Bathrooms Full All Lower Levels: 0
  • # Bathrooms Half All Lower Levels: 0
Lower Level 1
  • # Bedrooms Lower Level: 0
  • # Bathrooms Lower Level: 0
  • # Bathrooms Full Lower Level: 0
  • # Bathrooms Half Lower Level: 0
Rooms
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Kitchen, Family Room, Laundry, Storage Room, Half Bath
  • Stories: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1
Rooms Information
Room 1
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Flooring - Laminate Plank
Room 2
  • Room Type: Dining Room
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Fireplace - Gas
Room 3
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Dining Area, Flooring - Wood
Room 4
  • Room Type: Half Bath
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 5
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Room Level: Upper 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 6
  • Room Type: Family Room
  • Room Level: Lower 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 7
  • Room Type: Storage Room
  • Room Level: Lower 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
Building Info
Building Info
  • Total Finished SQFT: 1,892.00
  • Total Finished SQFT Source: Assessor
  • Tax Total Finished SQFT: 1,892.00
  • Total SQFT: 1,892.00
  • Total SQFT Source: Assessor
  • Construction Materials: Frame
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Ext Main Mid-res: http://bright-media01.prd.brightmls.com/bright/images/0000/8044/3408/7668/804434087668_512_384_WM_o-IsTpTyNuhsSwO9.jpg
  • Wall and Ceiling Types: Dry Wall
  • Flooring Type: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Engineered Wood, Laminate Plank, Tile/Brick
  • Basement Type: Daylight, Full, Partially Finished
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • Room and Floor: Bathrooms Half-Main Level-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-2, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-3, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-1, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-2
  • # Bathrooms Full: 2
  • # Bathrooms Half: 1
Lot / Land Information
Lot / Land Information
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 29.00 x 92.00
  • Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
  • Parcel ID: 999013
Parking
Parking
  • Type Of Parking: Off Site, Driveway, Attached Garage
  • Num of Attached Garage Spaces: 1
  • Total Garage Spaces: 1
  • Parking Features: Asphalt Driveway, Brick Driveway
  • Garage Features: Garage - Front Entry, Garage Door Opener
Interior Features
Interior Features
  • Interior Features: Bathroom - Soaking Tub, Bathroom - Stall Shower, Carpet, Ceiling Fan(s), Combination Dining/Living, Combination Kitchen/Dining, Kitchen - Eat-In, Upgraded Countertops, Walk-in Closet(s), Recessed Lighting
  • Fireplace: No
  • Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Washer, Refrigerator, Oven/Range - Gas
  • Accessibility Features: None
Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Utilities
Utilities
  • Heating: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Heating Type: Forced Air
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Hot Water: Electric
  • Water Source: Public
  • Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Confidential Data
Listing Office
  • List Agent AOR: Tri-County Suburban REALTORS

Property History for 278 Ripka Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jan 12, 2026

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #PAPH2573844

$495,000—
Apr 25, 2016

Closed

BRIGHT #1002397800

$295,000—
Apr 19, 2016

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #574372491

$295,000—
Mar 17, 2016

Pending

BRIGHT #1002397800

—
Mar 8, 2016

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #1002397800

$295,000—
Jul 28, 2008

Withdrawn

BRIGHT #1000528151

$324,900—
Nov 5, 2007

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #1000528151

$369,900—
Aug 30, 2002

Closed

BRIGHT #PAPH292900

$246,500—
Jul 19, 2002

Pending

BRIGHT #PAPH292900

—
Jul 9, 2002

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #PAPH292900

$245,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
01/12/2026

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #PAPH2573844

$495,000
04/25/2016

Closed

BRIGHT #1002397800

$295,000
04/19/2016

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #574372491

$295,000
03/17/2016

Pending

BRIGHT #1002397800

—
03/08/2016

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #1002397800

$295,000
07/28/2008

Withdrawn

BRIGHT #1000528151

$324,900
11/05/2007

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #1000528151

$369,900
08/30/2002

Closed

BRIGHT #PAPH292900

$246,500
07/19/2002

Pending

BRIGHT #PAPH292900

—
07/09/2002

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #PAPH292900

$245,000

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 278 Ripka Street

Taxable ValueLand$85,000Additions$340,000Total$425,000
Tax Record2025$5,949 ($496 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Total Finished SqFt1,892 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,892 SqFtStories2Lot Size2,643 SqFtStyleCondominiumYear Built1997ZoningRSA5CountyPHILADELPHIAAPN21-1-4173-20Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 278 Ripka Street

This home is within The School District of Philadelphia.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Dobson James School
Public - K to 8
Roxborough High School
Public - 9 to 12
Widener Memorial School
Public - K to 12
Middle Years Alternative School
Public - 6 to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Dobson James School
PublicK to 8

Roxborough High School
Public9 to 12

Widener Memorial School
PublicK to 12

Middle Years Alternative School
Public6 to 8

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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More information about 278 Ripka Street, Philadelphia, PA 19127

278 Ripka Street is a townhouse for sale in Philadelphia, PA 19127. This property was listed for sale on January 12, 2026 by Realty One Group Restore - Collegeville, it's currently listed at $495,000. It has been on the market for a total of 15 days and was last sold on April 25, 2016. This listing's school district is The School District of Philadelphia. Nearby schools include Dobson James School, Roxborough High School and Widener Memorial School. 278 Ripka Street is a 3-bed, 3-bath, 1,892 sqft townhouse built in 1997.

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