Welcome Home to this magnificent townhome in the heart of the vibrant neighborhood of Manayunk! This home features modern luxury with 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, open living space with a GARAGE and 2 PARKING SPACES! Upon entering you'll notice the owner has taken meticulous care of this fabulous home. The main living level features a spacious family room featuring a stone fireplace and new wide planked oak hardwood floors that flow into the sunny eat-in kitchen featuring beautiful granite countertops, upgraded stainless steel appliances, designer tile backsplash, custom blinds throughout from the Shade Store, powder room with Kohler fixtures and a sliding glass door leading out to the relaxing oversized composite deck. Step upstairs to find 2 generously sized bedrooms that provide flexibility for guests, a home office, or family needs. The primary suite is a true private retreat, complete with a walk-in closet, a spa-inspired en-suite bathroom with a soaking tub, dual vanities, and a glass-enclosed shower. Additional features include a first floor laundry room, large storage room, 1 car garage PLUS 2 parking spaces which is so rare to find!! The location is fantastic! Nestled in the quiet hills of Manayunk and still conveniently located to the town with so many great shops and restaurants. With proximity to public transportation, entrances to 76 East and West, and the Manayunk bike trail, commuting to Center City Philadelphia is a breeze. This home is a must see!!
TownhomeProperty Type
2002Year Built
1,899 sq ftLot Size
$353Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 garage spacesParking
Listed by Tosha Giovannone• Coldwell Banker Realty
•215-641-2727 (broker)
Bought with Wendie Steffens• Kurfiss Sotheby's International Realty
Welcome to this magnificent townhome in the heart of Manayunk with a GARAGE and 2 PARKING SPACES! Upon entering you'll notice the owner has taken meticulous care of this fabulous home. The main living level features a spacious family room featuring a stone fireplace and hardwood floors that flow into the sunny eat-in kitchen featuring beautiful granite countertops, upgraded stainless steel appliances and a sliding glass door leading out to the relaxing oversized composite deck. Step upstairs to find 2 nice sized bedrooms and a hall bath. The top floor is devoted solely to the luxurious master suite featuring a walk in closet, shoe closet and a sumptuous master bath with a new shower with upgraded tile and shower door. Additional features include a first floor laundry room, large storage room, beautiful neutral colors throughout a 1 car garage PLUS 2 parking spaces which is so rare to find!! The location is fantastic! You can walk to the vibrant town of Manayunk with so many great shops and restaurants and the Septa train station making for an easy commute to Philadelphia. This home is a must see!!
Public Records
Aug 16, 2005
Sold
$360,000
$237/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #PAPH247068
Jun 30, 2005
Sold
$360,000
$237/sq ft
May 15, 2005
Listing Removed
—
Apr 29, 2005
Listed
$360,000
$237/sq ft
+1
Beautiful 3 year old house that has everything you are looking for! 3 Bedrooms, 2.5 baths with Jacuzzi tub, hardwood floors on main, central air, gas fireplace, maintenance-free deck and plenty of parking. .. 1 car garage and 3 off-street parking spaces. This property offers 7 more years of tax-abatement.
Public Records
May 19, 2003
Sold
$226,000
$149/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$6,299
$90,000 + $360,000
$450,000
2025
$6,299 (+16.3%)
$90,000 + $360,000
$450,000
2024
$5,417
$77,400 + $309,600
$387,000
2023
$5,417 (+33.1%)
$77,400 + $309,600
$387,000
2022
$4,071
$43,620 + $247,180
$290,800
2021
$4,071
$43,620 + $247,180
$290,800
2020
$4,071 (+1.7%)
$43,620 + $247,180
$290,800
2019
$4,001 (+20.5%)
$42,870 + $242,930
$285,800
2018
$3,319
$35,565 + $201,535
$237,100
2017
$3,318 (+4.4%)
$35,565 + $201,535
$237,100
2015
$3,177
$36,813 + $200,287
$237,100
2014
$3,177 (−18.7%)
$36,813 + $200,287
$237,100
2013
$3,908 (+70.9%)
$2,182 + $37,818
$40,000
2012
$2,287 (+1,053.9%)
$2,182 + $22,062
$24,244
2011
$198 (+9.9%)
$2,182
2010
$180
$2,182
Tax history for 243 Ripka St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$6,299
$90,000 + $360,000
$450,000
2025
$6,299 (+16.3%)
$90,000 + $360,000
$450,000
2024
$5,417
$77,400 + $309,600
$387,000
2023
$5,417 (+33.1%)
$77,400 + $309,600
$387,000
2022
$4,071
$43,620 + $247,180
$290,800
2021
$4,071
$43,620 + $247,180
$290,800
2020
$4,071 (+1.7%)
$43,620 + $247,180
$290,800
2019
$4,001 (+20.5%)
$42,870 + $242,930
$285,800
2018
$3,319
$35,565 + $201,535
$237,100
2017
$3,318 (+4.4%)
$35,565 + $201,535
$237,100
2015
$3,177
$36,813 + $200,287
$237,100
2014
$3,177 (−18.7%)
$36,813 + $200,287
$237,100
2013
$3,908 (+70.9%)
$2,182 + $37,818
$40,000
2012
$2,287 (+1,053.9%)
$2,182 + $22,062
$24,244
2011
$198 (+9.9%)
$2,182
2010
$180
$2,182
*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
2
Stories
2.5
Lot width
20 ft.
Lot depth
97 ft.
Lot size
1,899 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,520
Year built
2002
Style
Townhouse
County
Philadelphia County
APN
211420520
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.
Zone overlays
Fourth District Overlay - Fourth District Area
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
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Attached Garage Spaces: 1
Garage Features: Additional Storage Area, Garage - Front Entry, Garage Door Opener, Inside Access
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 3
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 1
Parking Lot - # of Spaces: 2
Attached Garage, Parking Lot, Off Street
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On Main Level: 3
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Half) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On Main Level: 2
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
Interior Information
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Insert, Mantel(s)
Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Garage Access, Poured Concrete, Walkout Level
Exterior
Property Information
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 0
Accessibility Features: 2+ Access Exits
Improvement Assessed Value: $360,000
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Property Condition: Excellent
Year Built Source: Assessor
Building Information
Construction Materials: Frame
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter, Slab
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Structure Type: Interior Townhouse/Rowhouse
Lot Information
Lot Size Dimensions: 20.00 x 97.00
Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
Tidal Water: No
Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $90,000
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 1,520
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Financial
Tax Information
City/Town Tax: $2,771
School Tax: $3,527
Tax Assessed Value: $450,000
Tax Year: 2024
Tax Annual Amount: $6,299
Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2025
Lease Information
Lease Considered: No
Utilities
Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C
Cooling Fuel: Electric
Forced Air
Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
Hot Water: Electric
Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Location
School Information
School District Name: PHILADELPHIA CITY
School District Source: Listing Agent
Location Information
Directions: Exit 338 Green Lane Leverington Ave to Mansion to Hermitage to Wilde make a right onto Ripka and your first right into the parking lot. Look for parking spots labeled 243
Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,520
Stories: 2.5
Lot Size: 1,899 square feet
Style: Townhouse
Year Built: 2002
Year Renovated: —
County: Philadelphia County
APN: 211420520
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 20, 2026
Other
Listing Information
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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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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 102° 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, 5 days in 30 years
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In this area, properties receive around 8.9 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$510,000 – $617,000
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