Welcome to 1921 Ripley Street, a charming Tudor-influenced brick colonial located in the desirable Rhawnhurst section of Philadelphia. This inviting home blends classic character with everyday functionality and offers a detached garage full of potential for storage, workshop use, or future customization. Step inside to find beautiful hardwood floors and a warm, traditional layout. The main level features a convenient first-floor bedroom, ideal for flexible living arrangements, along with a spacious eat-in kitchen offering plenty of room for cooking and gathering. A bright and airy bonus sunroom provides the perfect space to relax, read, or enjoy natural light year-round. Upstairs and throughout, the home maintains its timeless character while offering opportunities for personalization. The full unfinished basement provides excellent storage space and potential for future finishing to expand the living area. Outside, enjoy a fully fenced backyard—ideal for outdoor activities, pets, or gardening—along with the added benefit of a detached garage. Conveniently located close to major roadways, shopping, dining, and nightlife, this home offers both neighborhood charm and city accessibility. A wonderful opportunity to own a classic Philadelphia residence with strong potential in a well-connected location.
Single-familyProperty Type
1960Year Built
5,490 sq ftLot Size
$251Price/Sq.Ft.
1 garage spacesParking
Listed by Anthony DiCicco• Keller Williams Real Estate - Newtown
Est. $2,392 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 1921 Ripley St
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
BRIGHT MLS #PAPH2627824
Jul 10, 2026
Sold
$355,000
$251/sq ft
Jun 2, 2026
Contingent
—
May 29, 2026
Listed
$349,900
$247/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 11, 1985
Sold
$76,000
$54/sq ft
Public Records
May 1, 1984
Sold
$71,000
$50/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$3,515 (−28.5%)
$70,220 + $280,880
$351,100
2025
$4,915 (+24.4%)
$70,220 + $280,880
$351,100
2024
$3,950
$56,440 + $225,760
$282,200
2023
$3,950 (+29.4%)
$56,440 + $225,760
$282,200
2022
$3,053
$41,002 + $177,098
$218,100
2021
$3,053
$41,002 + $177,098
$218,100
2020
$3,053 (+3.3%)
$41,002 + $177,098
$218,100
2019
$2,956 (+8.4%)
$39,705 + $171,495
$211,200
2018
$2,728
$36,641 + $158,259
$194,900
2017
$2,728 (+4.5%)
$36,641 + $158,259
$194,900
2015
$2,612
$91,137 + $103,763
$194,900
2014
$2,611 (−11.0%)
$91,137 + $103,763
$194,900
2013
$2,933 (+3.6%)
$8,166 + $21,850
$30,016
2012
$2,831 (+3.9%)
$8,166 + $21,850
$30,016
2011
$2,726 (+9.9%)
$8,166 + $21,850
$30,016
2010
$2,481
$8,166 + $21,850
$30,016
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
—
Baths
—
Stories
2
Lot width
50 ft.
Lot depth
110 ft.
Lot size
5,490 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,416
Year built
1960
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Philadelphia County
APN
561578800
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 24, 2026.
RSA-3
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/FNE
/AHC
/NIS
Residential Single-Family Attached-3 District
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
Far Northeast Overlay District
Airport Hazard Control Overlay District
Narcotics Injection Sites Overlay District
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Religious facility
Garden center
Housing-Single unit
Fire house
Police station
Recreation-Other
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Detached Garage Spaces: 1
Garage Features: Garage - Front Entry
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 3
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 1
Driveway - # of Spaces: 2
Driveway, Detached Garage
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On 1st Upper Level: 3
# of Bedrooms On Main Level: 1
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full) On 1st Upper Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On All Upper Levels: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
Interior Information
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Room Information
Living Room, Dining Room, Kitchen, Basement, Sun/Florida Room
Laundry Type: Lower Floor
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Full, Unfinished, Walkout Stairs
Exterior
Property Information
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 0
Improvement Assessed Value: $280,880
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Year Built Source: Estimated
Building Information
Construction Materials: Masonry, Brick
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Outdoor Living Structures: Deck(s)
Structure Type: Detached
Exterior Information
Fencing: Chain Link
Lot Information
Tidal Water: No
Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $70,220
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 1,416
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Below Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Financial
Tax Information
School Tax: $2,752
Tax Assessed Value: $351,100
Tax Year: 2026
Tax Annual Amount: $4,914
Utilities
Utilities Information
Cooling Type: Window Unit(s)
Cooling Fuel: Electric
Radiator
Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
Hot Water: Natural Gas
Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Location
School Information
School District Name: PHILADELPHIA CITY
Location Information
Directions: Please use GPS.
Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: 1,416
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 5,490 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1960
Year Renovated: —
County: Philadelphia County
APN: 561578800
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 24, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Rhawnhurst School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.2mi
5/10
Castor Gardens Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.9mi
6/10
Northeast High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.8mi
3/10
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
6/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 104° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
27% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
4/10 Air Factor
4 unhealthy days expected this year, 7 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Philadelphia, PA • 19111
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Sun exposure
77/ 100
Good sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
7.8 hrs
4.3 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$363,000 – $439,000
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