You'll find 209 Ripka Street perched in Manayunk with beautiful views and a quiet location. This 3 bed, 1.5 bath home has been meticulously cared for by its current owners. Enter the home from the peaceful front porch into an open floor plan layout. The living room and dining room get amazing natural light and are the perfect place to relax or enjoy a meal. With windows on three sides, the first floor is very airy and bright. The kitchen is renovated with stainless appliances including a gas range, soft close cabinets, and room to gather around the island. Past the kitchen, you'll find a new mudroom with laundry and folding area plus a bright powder room. From there you have access to the fenced in backyard which includes a seating area and plenty of room for outdoor relaxation. The 2nd floor of the home has been freshly painted and includes three bedrooms and a very nice, updated full bathroom. The basement has a finished multipurpose area(they use as WFH space/TV room/Peloton) with 2 unfinished storage areas. The home has central air, is freshly painted, carpets cleaned, you can move right in! The location is convenient to so much. .. a 10min walk to the train, Main Street, and the Manayunk Bridge. A 5min drive to I-76, and a 10min drive to Whole Foods, Trader Joe's, ect. The block has residential permit parking.
TownhomeProperty Type
2002Year Built
1,500 sq ftLot Size
$294Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Nanci Fitzgerald• Elfant Wissahickon-Chestnut Hill
Recently renovated home on a great block in Manayunk! 209 Ripka Street was totally renovated in 2017 and has been tastefully updated by its current owners since. Approach the handsome exterior which features detailed brick work, a front garden, and covered sitting porch. Enter inside to the open floorplan layout with hardwood floors throughout the first floor. The bright living room is a nice size has two large windows and can accommodate a sectional couch and large TV. Past the living room is the dining area which flows nicely into the kitchen. The home’s placement on the block allows for windows along the entire side of the house so you’ll have bright sunlight throughout the day. The large kitchen features a GE stainless steel appliance package, granite countertops, white cabinetry, and a large breakfast bar with room for stools. The rear of the home has a laundry room with custom built countertop and shelving, along with a first floor half bathroom. Upstairs you’ll find three nice sized bedrooms along with a three piece bathroom with marble accents. The basement is partially finished and has plenty of room for a second living room space, exercise room, or bar. There is also an unfinished section for all of your storage needs. Out back is a covered patio, new fence, and a city gardener's paradise with lots of grass and room for a garden. 209 Ripka is a 5-minute walk from Main Street and the entrance to the Manayunk Bridge Trail. Make your appointment today!
TREND #7113859
Apr 6, 2018
Sold
$262,500
$182/sq ft
Feb 12, 2018
Contingent
—
Jan 25, 2018
Price Changed
$274,000
$190/sq ft
Jan 16, 2018
Listed
$274,900
$191/sq ft
+18
BRIGHT MLS #1004478281
Apr 6, 2018
Sold
$262,500
$182/sq ft
Mar 6, 2018
Pending
—
Mar 2, 2018
Listed
—
Jan 16, 2018
Listed
$274,000
$190/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #1000316205
Dec 31, 2017
Listing Removed
—
Aug 24, 2017
Listed
$279,000
$194/sq ft
Public Records
Feb 18, 2015
Sold
$91,546
$64/sq ft
Public Records
Jul 13, 1990
Sold
$67,000
$47/sq ft
Public Records
Apr 18, 1986
Sold
$39,900
$28/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$4,512 (−23.7%)
$84,460 + $337,840
$422,300
2025
$5,911 (+34.4%)
$84,460 + $337,840
$422,300
2024
$4,400
$62,860 + $251,440
$314,300
2023
$4,400 (+45.1%)
$62,860 + $251,440
$314,300
2022
$3,032
$32,454 + $184,146
$216,600
2021
$3,032
$32,454 + $184,146
$216,600
2020
$3,032 (+1.7%)
$32,454 + $184,146
$216,600
2019
$2,980 (+19.7%)
$31,935 + $180,965
$212,900
2018
$2,490
$26,685 + $151,215
$177,900
2017
$2,490 (+4.5%)
$26,685 + $151,215
$177,900
2015
$2,384
$28,500 + $149,400
$177,900
2014
$2,383 (+47.7%)
$28,500 + $149,400
$177,900
2013
$1,613 (+3.6%)
$3,064 + $13,448
$16,512
2012
$1,557 (+3.9%)
$3,064 + $13,448
$16,512
2011
$1,500 (+9.9%)
$3,064 + $13,448
$16,512
2010
$1,365
$3,064 + $13,448
$16,512
Tax history for 209 Ripka St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$4,512 (−23.7%)
$84,460 + $337,840
$422,300
2025
$5,911 (+34.4%)
$84,460 + $337,840
$422,300
2024
$4,400
$62,860 + $251,440
$314,300
2023
$4,400 (+45.1%)
$62,860 + $251,440
$314,300
2022
$3,032
$32,454 + $184,146
$216,600
2021
$3,032
$32,454 + $184,146
$216,600
2020
$3,032 (+1.7%)
$32,454 + $184,146
$216,600
2019
$2,980 (+19.7%)
$31,935 + $180,965
$212,900
2018
$2,490
$26,685 + $151,215
$177,900
2017
$2,490 (+4.5%)
$26,685 + $151,215
$177,900
2015
$2,384
$28,500 + $149,400
$177,900
2014
$2,383 (+47.7%)
$28,500 + $149,400
$177,900
2013
$1,613 (+3.6%)
$3,064 + $13,448
$16,512
2012
$1,557 (+3.9%)
$3,064 + $13,448
$16,512
2011
$1,500 (+9.9%)
$3,064 + $13,448
$16,512
2010
$1,365
$3,064 + $13,448
$16,512
*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
Beds
3
Baths
1
Stories
2
Lot width
15 ft.
Lot depth
100 ft.
Lot size
1,500 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,440
Year built
2002
Style
Townhouse
County
Philadelphia County
APN
211419800
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 20, 2026.
RSA-5
/FDO - FOURTH DISTRICT
/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.
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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
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
On Street
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On 1st Upper Level: 3
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full) On 1st Upper Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Half) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On All Upper Levels: 1
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1
Interior Information
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Partially Finished
Exterior
Property Information
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 0
Improvement Assessed Value: $251,440
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Year Built Source: Assessor
Building Information
Construction Materials: Masonry
Foundation Details: Slab
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Structure Type: End of Row/Townhouse
Lot Information
Lot Size Dimensions: 15.00 x 100.00
Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
Tidal Water: No
Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $62,860
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 1,440
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Financial
Tax Information
City/Town Tax: $1,985
School Tax: $2,414
Tax Assessed Value: $314,300
Tax Year: 2022
Tax Annual Amount: $4,399
Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2023
Utilities
Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C
Cooling Fuel: Electric
Hot Water
Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
Hot Water: Natural Gas
Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Location
School Information
School District Name: THE SCHOOL DISTRICT OF PHILADELPHIA
School District Source: Listing Agent
Location Information
Directions: .
Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,440
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 1,500 square feet
Style: Townhouse
Year Built: 2002
Year Renovated: —
County: Philadelphia County
APN: 211419800
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 20, 2026
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Schools
Dobson James School
Public K-8 • Assigned • 0.1mi
7/10
Roxborough High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.5mi
1/10
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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
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7 days above 102° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
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$402,000 – $487,000
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