Welcome to E. Rittenhouse Street, a well-maintained home nestled in Philadelphia's desirable West Oak Lane neighborhood. This inviting residence offers the perfect blend of classic charm and modern comfort, making it an excellent opportunity for homeowners and investors alike. Step inside to a spacious living room filled with natural light, leading into a formal dining/ kitchen area that's perfect for everyday meals or entertaining guests. The kitchen provides ample cabinet and counter space with plenty of potential to personalize and make it your own. The kitchen, while compact, is a functional space ready for your culinary adventures. Imagine crafting gourmet meals with ease, surrounded by the charm of traditional architecture. Upstairs, you'll find 2 generously sized bedrooms with ample closet space and a full bathroom. The lower level offers additional storage, laundry space, and the flexibility to create a home gym, office, recreation room, or workshop. Conveniently located near shopping, restaurants, public transportation, schools, parks, and major roadways, this home offers easy access to Center City Philadelphia, Montgomery County, and surrounding areas. Whether you're a first-time homebuyer looking to build equity or an investor seeking a solid addition to your portfolio, E. Rittenhouse Street presents an outstanding opportunity. Schedule your private showing today and discover all the possibilities this home has to offer!
West Oak Lane, located between Cheltenham Avenue and Stenton Avenue, is a residential and commercial Philadelphia neighborhood with leafy blocks and a classic rowhouse streetscape. The neighborhood’s energy concentrates around the Ogontz Avenue and 72nd Avenue corridor, where barbershops, bakeries, takeout counters, and small storefronts set a steady, everyday rhythm. Landmark Americana Tap & Grill anchors the local dining scene, while Simons Recreation Center and the West Oak Lane Library act as civic touchpoints. Brick twins and porch-front homes line the side streets, with pocket parks breaking up the grid. SEPTA’s Broad Street Line at Fern Rock frames the commute pattern, and nearby Fairmount Park trails add a green counterpoint.
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Market insights
2047 E Rittenhouse St · $171,000
DAYS ON MARKET
62 days
The average home goes pending in 49 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
98.2%
Most homes are selling 2% below list price.
LIST PRICE
$171,000
Median sale price in this area is $264,409. (55% higher than this home)
PRICE DROP
2 price drops
21% of homes in this area have had a price drop in the past month.
Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Interior features
Daylight full basement
Living area per assessor
Bedrooms
Two bedrooms on the first upper level
Bathrooms
One full bathroom (total)
Laundry & utility
Laundry in the basement
Heating & cooling
Radiator heating (natural gas)
Window air conditioning units (natural gas)
Exterior features
Not in a federal flood zone
Home design
Interior townhouse/rowhouse
Fee simple ownership
Parking
On-street parking
Construction
Masonry construction
Concrete perimeter foundation
Above-grade and below-grade structures
Year built estimated
Utilities
Public water
Public sewer
Natural gas for heating and hot water
Electricity and solar
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Fully renovated 2 bed 1 bath home in West Oak Lane. Hardwood floors on the first floor with a living room, dining room and kitchen. Kitchen features granite countertops and stainless steel appliances. Second floor has two nicely sized bedroom with carpets and a three piece bathroom with tub/shower combo. Basement is finished for extra living space and a fenced in back yard!
BRIGHT MLS #PAPH781848
Oct 4, 2019
Sold
$48,000
$57/sq ft
Sep 27, 2019
Pending
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Sep 20, 2019
Contingent
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Sep 3, 2019
Price Changed
$52,500
$63/sq ft
Aug 2, 2019
Relisted
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Jul 25, 2019
Contingent
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Jul 17, 2019
Relisted
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Jul 16, 2019
Contingent
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Jul 2, 2019
Price Changed
$54,900
$65/sq ft
Apr 24, 2019
Relisted
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Apr 16, 2019
Contingent
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Apr 2, 2019
Listed
$59,900
$71/sq ft
+6
Two story, 2 bedroom, 1 bath, porch front row located just off of Limekiln Pike and close to Ogontz Ave. Nice sized front living room, separate dining room with wood laminate floors. Two large bedrooms on the 2nd floor. Affordable starter home for first time buyers or great rental potential for investors. Property being sold As Is.
BRIGHT MLS #1000447260
Jul 16, 2018
Listing Removed
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Jun 2, 2018
Price Changed
$64,900
$77/sq ft
Apr 26, 2018
Listed
$69,900
$83/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #PAPH221106
Aug 15, 2005
Listing Removed
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Aug 4, 2005
Listed
$24,000
$29/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #PAPH629768
May 31, 2004
Listing Removed
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Dec 18, 2003
Listed
$45,000
$54/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$2,055
$29,360 + $117,440
$146,800
2025
$2,055 (+21.8%)
$29,360 + $117,440
$146,800
2024
$1,687
$24,100 + $96,400
$120,500
2023
$1,687 (+64.2%)
$24,100 + $96,400
$120,500
2022
$1,027
$11,010 + $62,390
$73,400
2021
$1,027
$11,010 + $62,390
$73,400
2020
$1,027 (−4.3%)
$11,010 + $62,390
$73,400
2019
$1,074 (−2.2%)
$11,505 + $65,195
$76,700
2018
$1,097
$11,760 + $66,640
$78,400
2017
$1,097 (+12.6%)
$11,760 + $66,640
$78,400
2015
$974
$4,814 + $67,886
$72,700
2014
$974 (−2.7%)
$4,814 + $67,886
$72,700
2013
$1,001 (+3.6%)
$1,784 + $8,456
$10,240
2012
$966 (+3.9%)
$1,784 + $8,456
$10,240
2011
$930 (+9.9%)
$1,784 + $8,456
$10,240
2010
$846
$1,784 + $8,456
$10,240
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
2
Baths
1
Stories
2
Lot width
15 ft.
Lot depth
53 ft.
Lot size
872 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
840
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
840
Year built
1925
Style
Townhouse
County
Philadelphia County
APN
102446700
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 27, 2026.
RSA-5
/NDO
/NIS
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
Ninth District Overlay District
Narcotics Injection Sites Overlay District
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Assembly / meeting place
Garden center
Housing-Single unit
Fire house
Police station
Recreation-Other
Dec 14, 2020 • Final
Electrical
Electrical
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
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 103° 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
5 unhealthy days expected this year, 7 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Philadelphia, PA • 19138
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Sun exposure
74/ 100
Good sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 29% for direct sun exposure in Philadelphia. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
8 hrs
4.4 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 2047 E Rittenhouse St
$167,963
$3,037 under list price of $171K
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $140K to $245K.