Welcome to 1717 Ritner Street, a beautiful 3-bedroom 2 full bath home with a finished basement, and rear yard located in the wonderful neighborhood of Girard Estates in South Philadelphia! Completely renovated in 2016 with additional upgrades and repainted throughout in 2021. This home boasts a wide open living/dining room area with beautiful hardwood floors, tall ceilings, crown molding, coat closet and large front window. The beautiful sun-drenched open kitchen features a handsome tile floor, an abundance of cherry wood cabinetry, granite countertops with island bar counter, tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, including wine refrigerator, new dishwasher (2024) - you will find the rear patio off the kitchen perfect for entertaining. On the second floor you’ll find the fantastic, oversized main bedroom with new carpeting (2021), large front window and two double closets. This floor also offers two additional bedrooms with windows, closets and carpeting (2021), in addition to a beautiful all tile bathroom off the hall. The finished basement makes a great den, office or playroom with new carpeting (2021), a dry bar with quartz countertops and a beverage refrigerator (2021) as well as a full bathroom, plus an area for storage, a laundry closet with new washer machine (2023) and dryer. New roof in 2015 - sealed in 2018. Located on the vibrant Ritner Street you are less than a 5-minute walk to Cacia’s Bakery, PrimoHoagies, Kay Kay’s bakery, El Molino Tortilleria & Restaurant, and Tap Room on 19th. In addition, you are only about a 10-minute walk to from the vibrant East Passyunk Avenue, known for its top-rated restaurants, cafes, and local shops. This home places you within walking distance of some of the city’s best local breweries, dining, and cultural spots. Enjoy the community vibe, year-round festivals, and iconic eateries, all while being close to public transportation, parks, and the stadiums. Don’t miss out on this one! Schedule your appointment to see your new home today!
TownhomeProperty Type
1920Year Built
960 sq ftLot Size
$287Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Beth Moylan• BHHS Fox & Roach-Center City Walnut
Beautifully renovated 3 bedroom, 2 bath with finished basement, rear yard and more, located on fantastic block in Girard Estates. Wide open living/dining room area with beautiful new hardwood floors, tall ceilings, crown molding, coat closet and large, new front window. The beautiful, open kitchen features a handsome tile floor, an abundance of cherry wood cabinetry, granite countertops with island bar counter, tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, two windows and door out to the rear yard. On the second floor you'll find the fantastic, oversized main bedroom with new carpeting, large front window and two double closets. This floor also offers two additional single bedrooms with windows, closets and carpeting, in addition to a beautiful all tile bathroom off the hall. The finished basement makes a great den, office or playroom with carpeting and a full bathroom, plus an area for storage, a laundry closet with hookups and new mechanicals. This impeccable home is conveniently located to parks, stadiums, transportation, library, highways and more. Don't miss!
TREND #6521991
May 5, 2015
Sold
$150,000
$98/sq ft
Mar 31, 2015
Pending
—
Mar 16, 2015
Price Changed
$169,900
$111/sq ft
Feb 17, 2015
Listed
$178,900
$116/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #1002537380
May 5, 2015
Sold
$150,000
$98/sq ft
Mar 28, 2015
Listing Removed
—
Feb 17, 2015
Listed
$169,900
$111/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #PAPH401212
Nov 29, 1999
Sold
$79,900
$52/sq ft
Aug 9, 1999
Listing Removed
—
Mar 31, 1999
Listed
$79,900
$52/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #PAPH540078
Dec 1, 1996
Listing Removed
—
Jul 18, 1996
Listed
$85,000
$55/sq ft
Public Records
Feb 24, 1994
Sold
$48,000
$31/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$3,841 (−26.7%)
$74,880 + $299,520
$374,400
2025
$5,241 (+5.6%)
$74,880 + $299,520
$374,400
2024
$4,965
$70,940 + $283,760
$354,700
2023
$4,965 (−4.8%)
$70,940 + $283,760
$354,700
2022
$5,216
$63,715 + $308,885
$372,600
2021
$5,216
$63,715 + $308,885
$372,600
2020
$5,216 (+7.6%)
$63,715 + $308,885
$372,600
2019
$4,848 (+98.5%)
$59,218 + $287,082
$346,300
2018
$2,443
$29,840 + $144,660
$174,500
2017
$2,442 (+4.4%)
$29,840 + $144,660
$174,500
2015
$2,338
$16,608 + $157,892
$174,500
2014
$2,338 (+48.1%)
$16,608 + $157,892
$174,500
2013
$1,579 (+3.6%)
$2,069 + $14,091
$16,160
2012
$1,524 (+3.9%)
$2,069 + $14,091
$16,160
2011
$1,468 (+9.9%)
$2,069 + $14,091
$16,160
2010
$1,335
$2,069 + $14,091
$16,160
Tax history for 1717 W Ritner St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$3,841 (−26.7%)
$74,880 + $299,520
$374,400
2025
$5,241 (+5.6%)
$74,880 + $299,520
$374,400
2024
$4,965
$70,940 + $283,760
$354,700
2023
$4,965 (−4.8%)
$70,940 + $283,760
$354,700
2022
$5,216
$63,715 + $308,885
$372,600
2021
$5,216
$63,715 + $308,885
$372,600
2020
$5,216 (+7.6%)
$63,715 + $308,885
$372,600
2019
$4,848 (+98.5%)
$59,218 + $287,082
$346,300
2018
$2,443
$29,840 + $144,660
$174,500
2017
$2,442 (+4.4%)
$29,840 + $144,660
$174,500
2015
$2,338
$16,608 + $157,892
$174,500
2014
$2,338 (+48.1%)
$16,608 + $157,892
$174,500
2013
$1,579 (+3.6%)
$2,069 + $14,091
$16,160
2012
$1,524 (+3.9%)
$2,069 + $14,091
$16,160
2011
$1,468 (+9.9%)
$2,069 + $14,091
$16,160
2010
$1,335
$2,069 + $14,091
$16,160
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
4
Baths
1
Stories
2
Lot width
16 ft.
Lot depth
60 ft.
Lot size
960 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,536
Year built
1920
Style
Townhouse
County
Philadelphia County
APN
262264200
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 28, 2026.
RSA-5
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Residential Single-Family Attached-5
The RSA, Residential Single-Family Attached districts are primarily intended to accommodate attached and semi-detached houses on individual lots, but may be applied in areas characterized by a mix of housing types, including detached houses. The districts are also intended to provide a density transition between RSD districts and RM districts. The Zoning Code includes five RSA districts that are differentiated primarily on the basis of minimum lot area requirements.
Zone overlays
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Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Assembly / meeting place
Garden center
Housing-Single unit
Fire house
Police station
Recreation-Other
Apr 14, 2016 • Final
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Perform electrical work for a kitchen, bedroom, and bathroom remodel in a single-family home. Install arc fault and ground fault circuit interrupter protection in accordance with electrical codes.
Electrical
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