Welcome to 2966 Ruth Street, Philadelphia, PA 19134 a 3-bedroom, 1-bath single-family row townhome offering versatility and strong appeal for both investors and homebuyers. The property is currently tenant-occupied at $900 per month on a month-to-month lease, providing immediate rental income for an investor, with the flexibility to continue the tenancy or deliver the property vacant at closing. In average condition, the home offers a solid layout and a dependable foundation for those looking to add value or stabilize a long-term asset. For an owner-occupant, this property presents an affordable opportunity to secure a primary residence with additional bedroom space and room to personalize. The practical floor plan supports comfortable living, while the month-to-month lease structure allows for a smooth transition into occupancy if desired. Whether expanding a rental portfolio or purchasing a home to build equity over time, 2966 Ruth Street offers flexibility, income potential, and long-term upside in Kensington a section of Philadelphia location
TownhomeProperty Type
1920Year Built
749 sq ftLot Size
$83Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Phil Green• Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
Kensington, located between Fishtown and Port Richmond, is a historic and industrial Philadelphia neighborhood with rowhouse blocks and working rail corridors. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around Kensington Ave & Allegheny Ave, where corner bodegas, taquerias, discount shops, and SEPTA el traffic create a fast-moving streetscape. Pillars include Philadelphia Brewing Company, the Harrowgate Park greenspace, and the murals-and-market energy of the nearby Kensington Storefront corridor. Brick twins and trinity-style homes mix with converted warehouses and light-manufacturing buildings. Pocket parks and rec centers punctuate dense blocks, while the Market–Frankford Line frames daily movement. The Delaware River industrial edge and the Frankford Creek corridor shape the neighborhood’s geography.
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Offer insights
2966 Ruth St · $94,900
$94.84K and above
75% chance or better to win
Why $94.84K+ is a strong offer
DAYS ON MARKET
198 days
The average home goes pending in 50 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
98.1%
Most homes are selling 2% below list price.
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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Interior features
Hardwood flooring
Partial, unfinished basement
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms on main level
Bathrooms
1 full bathroom on main level
Flooring
Hardwood
Heating & cooling
Baseboard hot water heating
Natural gas hot water
Exterior features
Lot dimensions approximately 15 x 50
Not in a federal flood zone
Above grade and below grade structures
Home design
Interior townhouse/rowhouse
Fee simple ownership
Average condition
Parking
On-street parking
Construction
Masonry construction
Brick/mortar foundation
Utilities
Public water
Public sewer
Natural gas available
Financial info
Improvement assessed at $75,200
Land assessed at $18,800
Total tax assessed value $94,000 (2025)
Annual taxes approximately $1,315
Lease not considered
Electricity and solar
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This property is now under bidding terms. Bidding dates are [July 18, 2016 - July 22, 2016]. Any presale offers should be submitted to Hudson & Marshall by clicking hudsonandmarshall then on the Bid Now icon. Bids will be taken during pre and post sale at the aforementioned website. No minimum starting bid. Bank has the right (a) to change the date, place, and terms of the sale; (b) to remove the property from the market; and (c) to sell the property prior to the sale. Auction dates are July 18-July 22,2016.
BRIGHT MLS #PAPH503340
Nov 6, 1998
Sold
$21,900
$19/sq ft
May 10, 1998
Listing Removed
—
Nov 17, 1997
Listed
$21,900
$19/sq ft
Public Records
Sep 23, 1998
Sold
$21,900
$19/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #PAPH549414
Oct 31, 1997
Listing Removed
—
Jan 15, 1997
Listed
$24,900
$22/sq ft
Public Records
Aug 8, 1986
Sold
$12,000
$11/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$1,316
$18,800 + $75,200
$94,000
2025
$1,316 (+39.3%)
$18,800 + $75,200
$94,000
2024
$945
$13,500 + $54,000
$67,500
2023
$945 (+48.4%)
$13,500 + $54,000
$67,500
2022
$637
$8,099 + $37,401
$45,500
2021
$637
$8,099 + $37,401
$45,500
2020
$637 (+15.8%)
$8,099 + $37,401
$45,500
2019
$550
$10,493 + $28,807
$39,300
2018
$550
$10,493 + $28,807
$39,300
2017
$550 (+4.4%)
$10,493 + $28,807
$39,300
2015
$527 (+0.1%)
$5,246 + $34,054
$39,300
2014
$526 (+5.1%)
$5,246 + $34,054
$39,300
2013
$500 (+3.6%)
$522 + $4,598
$5,120
2012
$483 (+3.9%)
$522 + $4,598
$5,120
2011
$465 (+9.9%)
$522 + $4,598
$5,120
2010
$423
$522 + $4,598
$5,120
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
1
Stories
2
Lot width
15 ft.
Lot depth
50 ft.
Lot size
749 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,140
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
1,140
Year built
1920
Style
Townhouse
County
Philadelphia County
APN
252562100
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 28, 2026.
RSA-5
/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
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
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 105° 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, 6 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Philadelphia, PA • 19134
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Sun exposure
50/ 100
Moderate sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be some shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Redfin Estimate for 2966 Ruth St
$85,975
$8,925 under list price of $95K
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 4 recent nearby sales, priced between $70K to $95K.