4817 Ridge Ave
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Welcome to 4817 Ridge Ave, a well-maintained 3-bedroom, 1-bath townhome nestled in beautiful East Falls—one of Philadelphia’s most desirable and convenient neighborhoods. Priced below comparable properties in the area, this home presents a fantastic investment opportunity or perfect starter home!
Step inside to find spacious living areas with durable vinyl flooring on the main level and cozy carpeted bedrooms upstairs. Enjoy...Charming 3-Bedroom East Falls Townhome – Excellent Investment Opportunity!
Welcome to 4817 Ridge Ave, a well-maintained 3-bedroom, 1-bath townhome nestled in beautiful East Falls—one of Philadelphia’s most desirable and convenient neighborhoods. Priced below comparable properties in the area, this home presents a fantastic investment opportunity or perfect starter home!
Step inside to find spacious living areas with durable vinyl flooring on the main level and cozy carpeted bedrooms upstairs. Enjoy fresh air from multiple outdoor spaces, including a covered front porch, a private rear patio, and a second-floor balcony off the back bedroom—ideal for morning coffee or evening relaxation.
This home has been thoughtfully updated for your peace of mind and comfort, featuring:
* New roof (2024)
* New water heater (June 2024)
* New whole-house heater (2024)
* Freshly painted exterior (2024)
Located within 1 mile of the East Falls train station, and just steps from major bus routes, you’ll enjoy easy access to Center City, Main Street Manayunk, parks, restaurants, and everything Philly has to offer.
Whether you're a savvy investor or a homebuyer looking for value and location, don’t miss this opportunity to own a solid home with great potential in a rapidly appreciating neighborhood.
**Schedule your showing today!**
Property Details for 4817 Ridge Avenue
Property Details for 4817 Ridge Avenue
| Status | Active |
|---|---|
| MLS # | PAPH2527528 |
| Days on Market | 115 |
| Taxes | $3,465 / year |
| HOA Fees | - |
| Condo/Co-op Fees | - |
| Compass Type | Townhouse |
| MLS Type | Residential / Fee Simple |
| Year Built | 1930 |
| Lot Size | 0.00 AC / 0 SF |
| County | Philadelphia County |
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Property Information for 4817 Ridge Avenue
- Transportation: Bus Stop less than 1 mile, Commuter Rail Station less than 1 mile
- School District Name: THE SCHOOL DISTRICT OF PHILADELPHIA
- School District County ID: 300200397108
- High School: ROXBORUGH (PHILADELPHIA PA)
- HighSchoolSource: Listing Agent
- County: PHILADELPHIA
- MLS Area: 19129 (19129)
- Water View: No
- Water Access: No
- Water Oriented: No
- Navigable Water: No
- Tidal Water: No
- Riparian Rights Y/N: No
- Property Manager Y/N: No
- Senior Community: No
- Association Recreation Fee Y/N: No
- Tax Year: 2025
- Tax Assessed Value: $247,600
- Improvement Assessed Value: $198,080
- Tax Opportunity Zone Y/N: No
- Land Assessed Value: $49,520
- Clean Green Assessed: No
- Municipal Trash: No
- Loss Mitigation Fee: No
- Historic: No
- Zoning: RSA5
- Tax Lot: 58
- School Tax: $1,940
- Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: Yes
- TaxDataUpdatedYN: No
- Smoking Allowed: No
- Lease Renewal Option: No
- Lease In Effect: No
- Rent Spree Online Application: No
- Rent Control: No
- Buildout Allowance Y/N: false
- Section 8 Approved: true
- Rent Control: No
- # Bedrooms Count Main Level: 0
- # Bathrooms Count Main Level: 0
- # Bathrooms Full Main Level: 0
- # Bathrooms Half Main Level: 0
- # Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels: 3
- # Bathrooms Count All Upper Levels: 1
- # Bathrooms Full All Upper Levels: 1
- # Bathrooms Half All Upper Levels: 0
- # Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 3
- # Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 1
- # Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 1
- # Bathrooms Half Upper Level: 0
- Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Bedroom 1, Bathroom 1
- Stories: Main, Upper 1
- Room Type: Bathroom 1
- Room Level: Upper 1
- Room Exists: Yes
- Room Type: Bedroom 1
- Room Level: Upper 1
- Room Exists: Yes
- Room Type: Bedroom 2
- Room Level: Upper 1
- Room Exists: Yes
- Room Type: Bedroom 3
- Room Level: Upper 1
- Room Exists: Yes
- Room Type: Living Room
- Room Level: Main
- Room Exists: Yes
- Room Type: Dining Room
- Room Level: Main
- Room Exists: Yes
- Room Type: Kitchen
- Room Level: Main
- Room Exists: Yes
- Green Verification: No
- Total Finished SQFT: 1,182.00
- Total Finished SQFT Source: Assessor
- Total SQFT: 1,182.00
- Total SQFT Source: Assessor
- Construction Materials: Brick
- Roof: Flat
- Wall and Ceiling Types: Dry Wall, Plaster Walls
- Flooring Type: Carpet, Vinyl
- Basement Type: Unfinished
- Foundation Details: Brick/Mortar, Other
- Room and Floor: 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: 0
- Property Attached Y/N: false
- Crops Included: No
- Habitable Residence: No
- Irrigation Water Rights: No
- Farm Land Preservation Y/N: No
- Lot Size Source: Estimated
- Fencing Y/N: No
- Sign On Property: No
- Parcel ID: 1006218
- Additional Parcels: No
- Ground Rent Exists: No
- Land Lease: No
- Type Of Parking: On Street
- Attached Garage: No
- Open Parking: No
- Interior Features: Bathroom - Tub Shower, Carpet, Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Area, Floor Plan - Traditional
- View: No
- Fireplace: No
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Oven - Single, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Heater
- Accessibility Features: None
- Laundry Type: Basement
- Spa: No
- Exterior Features: Other
- Access To Pool Y/N: No
- Pool: No Pool
- Pool Private: No
- Horse: No
- Other Structures: Above Grade
- Heating: Yes
- Cooling: No
- Cooling Type: Ceiling Fan(s), Window Unit(s)
- Cooling Fuel: None
- Heating Type: Forced Air
- Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
- Hot Water: Natural Gas
- Water Source: Public
- Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
- Electric On Property: No
- Electric Service: 100 Amp Service
- List Agent AOR: Tri-County Suburban REALTORS
- List Agent URL: www.TheKowalchikTeam.com
Property History for 4817 Ridge Avenue
| Date | Event & Source | Price | Appreciation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 3, 2025 | Price Change BRIGHT #PAPH2527528 | $239,000 | — |
| Sep 17, 2025 | Price Change BRIGHT #PAPH2527528 | $249,000 | — |
| Aug 13, 2025 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #PAPH2527528 | $259,000 | — |
| Date | Event & Source | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/03/2025 | Price Change BRIGHT #PAPH2527528 | $239,000 |
| 09/17/2025 | Price Change BRIGHT #PAPH2527528 | $249,000 |
| 08/13/2025 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #PAPH2527528 | $259,000 |
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Public Records for 4817 Ridge Avenue
Schools near 4817 Ridge Avenue
Rating | School | Type | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public - | PK to 8 | |||
| Public - | 9 to 12 | |||
| Public - | K to 12 | |||
| Public - | 6 to 8 |
Rating | School | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Mifflin Thomas School PublicPK 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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