1,688 Sq. Ft.
$225 / Sq. Ft.
1,688
Sq. Ft.
$225
per Sq. Ft.

Description

According to the public record, this house was built in 1925; however, with one glance inside, you realize it's been transported to 2025 and beyond. Fully renovated by the current owner over the last decade, with most improvements completed in 2019, this three-bedroom, one-and-a-half-bath home with a partially finished basement at the end of the row is a gem. Even with walls removed from the first floor to create an open feel, the stairwell creates unique spaces between the front and living room-kitchen...According to the public record, this house was built in 1925; however, with one glance inside, you realize it's been transported to 2025 and beyond. Fully renovated by the current owner over the last decade, with most improvements completed in 2019, this three-bedroom, one-and-a-half-bath home with a partially finished basement at the end of the row is a gem. Even with walls removed from the first floor to create an open feel, the stairwell creates unique spaces between the front and living room-kitchen areas. With shiplap walls and custom built-ins, thoughtful planning results in a warm, contemporary setting for modern living. From the kitchen featuring an island, stainless steel appliances, and several windows for optimal light, there is access to a cozy backyard with an arbor and a gate to the side street. The second floor features the main bedroom at the front of the house, with a large closet complementing the original storage space of the 1920s. A tree in the small front yard provides plenty of light and privacy from spring to autumn in this room. Carpeting throughout the 2nd-floor creates warmth, comfort, and quiet. The hallway bath has been expanded to accommodate a larger vanity and provide plenty of space for more than one user. In the rear of the house are two smaller bedrooms with plenty of light and adequate closet space. Looking for more room? Most of the space in the basement has been converted for several possible uses: home office, child/adult playroom, or family room. Several closets, including a "coffee nook, " complement this additional living space." The laundry is in the front of the basement and has plenty of room for storage.
456 Ripka Street is one block west of Ridge Ave, with easy access to a new coffee shop, restaurants, gym and brewery, as well as the Roxborough Library and Gorgas Park. With significant recent investment and ongoing development along Ridge Avenue, there is no shortage of activities available for residents of all ages, including Roxtober Fest in the fall and other popular annual events. Ripka Street is known as the best trick-or-treat street in Roxborough/Manayunk. SEPTA bus service on Ridge Ave and the Norristown regional rail line, less than a mile away, provides good access to public transportation. Explore 21st-century living on Ripka Street.
  1. Listed by Ernest B Tracy III • BHHS Fox & Roach-Chestnut Hill
    P: (610)-662-3249 ernie.tracy@foxroach.com

Property Details for 456 Ripka Street

Tax ID Number
212269800
Ownership
Fee Simple
Condo Coop Association
No
HOA
No
Structure Type
End of Row/Townhouse
Style
Straight Thru
Levels/Stories
2
Waterfront
No
LISTING CLOSED: 02/14/2025 12:00 AM

Property Details for 456 Ripka Street

StatusClosed
MLS #PAPH2432818
Days on Market3
Taxes$3,244 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeTownhouse
MLS TypeResidential / Fee Simple
Year Built1925
Lot Size0.03 AC / 1,214 SF
CountyPhiladelphia County

Location

Listing Courtesy of BHHS Fox & Roach-Chestnut Hill

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Building Information for 456 Ripka Street

Stories2Residences-Year Built1925Lot Size0.03 AC / 1,214 SF

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Property Information for 456 Ripka Street

Location
Location
  • Transportation: Bus Stop less than 1 mile, Commuter Rail Station 1 to 5 miles
  • School District Name: PHILADELPHIA CITY
  • School District County ID: 803408593408
  • SchoolDistrictSource: Listing Agent
  • County: PHILADELPHIA
  • MLS Area: 19128 (19128)
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: 2024
  • Tax Assessed Value: $231,800
  • Year Assessed: 2024
  • County Tax: $0
  • Improvement Assessed Value: $185,440
  • City Town Tax: $1,427
  • Land Assessed Value: $46,360
  • Clean Green Assessed: No
  • Municipal Trash: Yes
  • Land Use Code: O30
  • Zoning: RSA5
  • Tax Lot: 83
  • School Tax: $1,817
  • Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: Yes
Rooms
Main
  • # Bathrooms Count Main Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Half Main Level: 1
All Upper Levels
  • # Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels: 3
  • # Bathrooms Count All Upper Levels: 1
  • # Bathrooms Full All Upper Levels: 1
Upper Level 1
  • # Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 3
  • # Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 1
Rooms
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Kitchen, Bedroom 1
  • Stories: Main, Upper 1
Rooms Information
Room 1
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
  • Room Length: 0.0
  • Room Width: 0.0
  • Room Level: Upper 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Dimensions: 0 X 0
Room 2
  • Room Type: Bedroom 1
  • Room Length: 0.0
  • Room Width: 0.0
  • Room Level: Upper 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Dimensions: 0 X 0
Room 3
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Room Length: 0.0
  • Room Width: 0.0
  • Room Level: Upper 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Dimensions: 0 X 0
Room 4
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Length: 0.0
  • Room Width: 0.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Dimensions: 0 X 0
  • Room Features: Kitchen - Electric Cooking
Room 5
  • Room Type: Dining Room
  • Room Length: 0.0
  • Room Width: 0.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Dimensions: 0 X 0
Room 6
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Length: 0.0
  • Room Width: 0.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Dimensions: 0 X 0
Building Info
Building Info
  • Total Finished SQFT: 1,688.00
  • Total Finished SQFT Source: Estimated
  • Tax Total Finished SQFT: 1,298.00
  • Total SQFT: 1,947.00
  • Total SQFT Source: Estimated
  • Main Entrance Orientation: South
  • Construction Materials: Masonry
  • Roof: Flat
  • Wall and Ceiling Types: Dry Wall
  • Flooring Type: Carpet, Luxury Vinyl Tile
  • Basement Type: Full, Partially Finished
  • Basement Finished Percent: 60.00
  • Basement Footprint Percent: 100.00
  • Foundation Details: Stone
  • 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: 1
  • # Bathrooms Half: 1
Lot / Land Information
Lot / Land Information
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 15.00 x 75.00
  • Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
  • Lot Features: Corner, Rear Yard
  • Road Surface Type: Black Top
  • Fencing: Wood, Rear
  • Parcel ID: 1002106
Parking
Parking
  • Type Of Parking: On Street
Interior Features
Interior Features
  • Interior Features: Kitchen - Eat-In, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Built-Ins, Floor Plan - Open, Kitchen - Island, Window Treatments, Dining Area, Combination Kitchen/Living
  • Fireplace: No
Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Sidewalks
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Utilities
Utilities
  • Heating: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Wall Unit, Window Unit(s)
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Heating Type: Hot Water
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Water Source: Public
  • Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
  • Electric Service: 100 Amp Service, Circuit Breakers
Confidential Data
Listing Office

Property History for 456 Ripka Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Feb 14, 2025

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1552071202

$380,000

+6.8% / yr

Feb 14, 2025

Closed

BRIGHT #PAPH2432818

$380,000
Jan 13, 2025

Pending

BRIGHT #PAPH2432818

DateEvent & SourcePrice
02/14/2025

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1552071202

$380,000

+6.8% / yr

02/14/2025

Closed

BRIGHT #PAPH2432818

$380,000
01/13/2025

Pending

BRIGHT #PAPH2432818

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Public Records for 456 Ripka Street

Taxable ValueLand$54,720Additions$218,880Total$273,600
Tax Record2025$3,830 ($319 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Total Finished SqFt1,298 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,298 SqFtStories2Lot Size1,214 SqFtStyleCondominiumYear Built1925ZoningRSA5CountyPHILADELPHIAAPN21-2-2698-00

Schools near 456 Ripka Street

This home is within The School District of Philadelphia.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - K to 12
Public - 5 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
Public5 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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