Wow! Look what happens when you take a beautiful home to the next level! Each year this home has received numerous upgrades that the new owners will simply love. The kitchen and bathroom were renovated in 2014 and ceiling fans were added throughout the house. Customized closets, window treatments and a security system were added in 2015. In 2017, a brand new patio was installed outside and the light fixtures were upgraded inside the home. In 2018, new closets, including a large storage area, were installed, along with a fully finished basement complete with a hand-built custom reclaimed wood plank wall and new carpets. This property also boasts beautiful hardwood floors, a fenced in backyard and a front porch adorned with an enclosed garden area - all located within walking distance to parks, restaurants and shops. This property is a must-see!
TownhomeProperty Type
1948Year Built
1,540 sq ftLot Size
$231Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Myles Kellam• BHHS Fox & Roach-Wayne
•610-688-4310 (broker)
Bought with Loretta Witt• BHHS Fox & Roach-Chestnut Hill
Brand new rehab with a cozy front porch, nice open floor plan. Home features original and rustic refinished pine hardwood floors on both two stories, brand new kitchen with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, brand new bathroom, 3 bedrooms, newer heater, hot water heater, newer electrical, and a very large fenced in yard!
TREND #6299135
Dec 23, 2013
Sold
$103,000
$76/sq ft
Nov 25, 2013
Pending
—
Nov 21, 2013
Relisted
—
Nov 19, 2013
Pending
—
Nov 7, 2013
Price Changed
$119,900
$89/sq ft
Oct 24, 2013
Listed
$129,900
$96/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #1003631786
Dec 23, 2013
Sold
$103,000
$76/sq ft
Nov 22, 2013
Listing Removed
—
Oct 24, 2013
Listed
$119,900
$89/sq ft
Public Records
Sep 4, 1996
Sold
$55,000
$41/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #PAPH467984
Jan 15, 1996
Listed
$55,000
$41/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$2,671 (−34.4%)
$58,160 + $232,640
$290,800
2025
$4,071 (+15.8%)
$58,160 + $232,640
$290,800
2024
$3,516
$50,240 + $200,960
$251,200
2023
$3,516 (+19.7%)
$50,240 + $200,960
$251,200
2022
$2,938
$31,485 + $178,415
$209,900
2021
$2,938
$31,485 + $178,415
$209,900
2020
$2,938 (+1.7%)
$31,485 + $178,415
$209,900
2019
$2,888 (+23.4%)
$30,945 + $175,355
$206,300
2018
$2,340
$25,080 + $142,120
$167,200
2017
$2,340 (+4.4%)
$25,080 + $142,120
$167,200
2015
$2,240
$29,223 + $137,977
$167,200
2014
$2,240
$29,223 + $137,977
$167,200
2011
2010
Tax history for 424 Ripka St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$2,671 (−34.4%)
$58,160 + $232,640
$290,800
2025
$4,071 (+15.8%)
$58,160 + $232,640
$290,800
2024
$3,516
$50,240 + $200,960
$251,200
2023
$3,516 (+19.7%)
$50,240 + $200,960
$251,200
2022
$2,938
$31,485 + $178,415
$209,900
2021
$2,938
$31,485 + $178,415
$209,900
2020
$2,938 (+1.7%)
$31,485 + $178,415
$209,900
2019
$2,888 (+23.4%)
$30,945 + $175,355
$206,300
2018
$2,340
$25,080 + $142,120
$167,200
2017
$2,340 (+4.4%)
$25,080 + $142,120
$167,200
2015
$2,240
$29,223 + $137,977
$167,200
2014
$2,240
$29,223 + $137,977
$167,200
2011
2010
*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
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
1
Stories
2
Lot width
14 ft.
Lot depth
110 ft.
Lot size
1,540 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,064
Year built
1920
Style
Townhouse
County
Philadelphia County
APN
212268177
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 28, 2026.
RSA-5
/NIS
/NCO - CENTRAL ROXBOROUGH
/FDO - FOURTH DISTRICT
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
Fourth District Overlay - Fourth District Area
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Assembly / meeting place
Garden center
Housing-Single unit
Fire house
Police station
Recreation-Other
Dec 17, 2026 • Active
Plumbing
Plumbing
Feb 12, 2024 • Final
Plumbing
Replace the house trap and fresh air inlet for the storm and sanitary drains.
Plumbing
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.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Street
On Street
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1
Interior Information
Flooring Type: Wood, Fully Carpeted, Tile/Brick
Interior Features: Kitchen - Eat-In
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Room Information
Living Room, Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Kitchen, Bedroom 1
Laundry Type: Basement
Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Full
Exterior
Property Information
Improvement Assessed Value: $142,120
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Year Built Source: Estimated
Building Information
Construction Materials: Brick
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Outdoor Living Structures: Patio(s), Porch(es)
Structure Type: End of Row/Townhouse
Lot Information
Lot Features: Level
Lot Size Dimensions: 14X110
Tidal Water: No
Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $25,080
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 1,100
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Below Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 250
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Assessed Value: $167,200
Tax Year: 2018
Tax Annual Amount: $2,340
Utilities
Utilities Information
Gas, 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
Location Information
Cross Street: MITCHELL
Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,064
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 1,540 square feet
Style: Townhouse
Year Built: 1920
Year Renovated: —
County: Philadelphia County
APN: 212268177
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 28, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Dobson James School
Public K-8 • Assigned • 0.6mi
7/10
Roxborough High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.2mi
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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
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4 unhealthy days expected this year, 5 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$296,000 – $359,000
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