Welcome to 445 Ripka Street, located in the highly desirable Roxborough neighborhood of Philadelphia. This is the perfect location & time to buy this adorable updated 2 bedroom row. Featuring beautiful Hardwood floors, updated kitchen and spacious rear yard, perfect for entertaining and/or pets. The second floor offers 2 bedrooms, a full updated hall bathroom, plus the convenience of an upstairs laundry is the icing on the cake - no more doing laundry in the basement and having to carry it up two flights of stairs!! Relax on the front porch and get to know your neighbors in this tight-knit community. This is the perfect location with urban living and yet the peace and quiet similar to what you will find in the suburbs, but without the higher property taxes. Exterior has been freshly painted. Located near all major road outlets for easy access to Montgomery County , Main Line , downtown Manayunk , Center City! Stop paying rent , downsize or start off right here and own your special place in the world right here on Ripka Street! You will love living here. Don’t miss this golden opportunity!
TownhomeProperty Type
1940Year Built
1,350 sq ftLot Size
$286Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Rob Howard• Compass RE
•610-822-3356 (broker)
•kenenochs@compass.com (broker)
Bought with Abe Haupt• Elfant Wissahickon-Chestnut Hill
•215-247-3600 (broker)
Bought with Arik Davidson• Elfant Wissahickon-Chestnut Hill
Beautifully renovated 2 bedroom porch front home! As you enter the home you will notice gorgeous brand new hardwood flooring in the living and dining room. The large kitchen has new cherry cabinets, granite countertops, a new tile floor, and access to the rear patio and fenced in yard. Upstairs you will find 2 large bedrooms with big closets, new carpeting, new six panel doors, a very nice remodeled bathroom, and a convenient laundry room. The home also has new windows, new HVAC, and has been freshly painted. All of this and a short walk to Gorgas Park, Main Street Manayunk, and public transportation.
BRIGHT MLS #1007572350
May 28, 2014
Listing Removed
—
Mar 25, 2014
Listed
$159,900
$154/sq ft
TREND #5906740
Sep 16, 2011
Sold
$120,000
$115/sq ft
Jun 21, 2011
Listed
$130,000
$125/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #1004433256
Sep 16, 2011
Sold
$120,000
$115/sq ft
Aug 22, 2011
Listing Removed
—
Jun 21, 2011
Listed
$130,000
$125/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #1009087092
Jun 21, 2011
Listing Removed
—
Jun 15, 2010
Listed
$154,900
$149/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$4,087
$58,400 + $233,600
$292,000
2025
$4,087 (+17.3%)
$58,400 + $233,600
$292,000
2024
$3,486
$49,800 + $199,200
$249,000
2023
$3,486 (+2.2%)
$49,800 + $199,200
$249,000
2022
$3,411
$34,728 + $208,972
$243,700
2021
$3,411
$34,728 + $208,972
$243,700
2020
$3,411 (+1.8%)
$34,728 + $208,972
$243,700
2019
$3,353 (+71.1%)
$34,129 + $205,371
$239,500
2018
$1,960
$19,950 + $120,050
$140,000
2017
$1,959 (+4.4%)
$19,950 + $120,050
$140,000
2015
$1,876 (−6.7%)
$30,000 + $110,000
$140,000
2014
$2,010 (+15.0%)
$30,000 + $120,000
$150,000
2013
$1,748 (+3.6%)
$3,236 + $14,652
$17,888
2012
$1,687 (+3.9%)
$3,236 + $14,652
$17,888
2011
$1,625 (+9.9%)
$3,236 + $14,652
$17,888
2010
$1,478
$3,236 + $14,652
$17,888
Tax history for 445 Ripka St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$4,087
$58,400 + $233,600
$292,000
2025
$4,087 (+17.3%)
$58,400 + $233,600
$292,000
2024
$3,486
$49,800 + $199,200
$249,000
2023
$3,486 (+2.2%)
$49,800 + $199,200
$249,000
2022
$3,411
$34,728 + $208,972
$243,700
2021
$3,411
$34,728 + $208,972
$243,700
2020
$3,411 (+1.8%)
$34,728 + $208,972
$243,700
2019
$3,353 (+71.1%)
$34,129 + $205,371
$239,500
2018
$1,960
$19,950 + $120,050
$140,000
2017
$1,959 (+4.4%)
$19,950 + $120,050
$140,000
2015
$1,876 (−6.7%)
$30,000 + $110,000
$140,000
2014
$2,010 (+15.0%)
$30,000 + $120,000
$150,000
2013
$1,748 (+3.6%)
$3,236 + $14,652
$17,888
2012
$1,687 (+3.9%)
$3,236 + $14,652
$17,888
2011
$1,625 (+9.9%)
$3,236 + $14,652
$17,888
2010
$1,478
$3,236 + $14,652
$17,888
*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
2
Baths
1
Stories
2
Lot width
14 ft.
Lot depth
98 ft.
Lot size
1,350 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,040
Year built
1940
Style
Townhouse
County
Philadelphia County
APN
212261800
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 28, 2026.
RSA-5
/FDO - FOURTH DISTRICT
/NCO - CENTRAL ROXBOROUGH
/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
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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
Nov 26, 2025 • Final
Plumbing
Repair and replace the sanitary and storm cleanouts and fresh air intake.
Plumbing
Jun 23, 2021 • Final
Plumbing
Install or repair a curb trap and fresh air inlet.
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
On Street
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On 1st Upper Level: 2
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full) On 1st Upper Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On All Upper Levels: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1
Interior Information
Appliances: Dishwasher, Oven/Range - Gas
Flooring Type: Wood, Carpet, Ceramic Tile
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Room Information
# of Rooms: 5
Living Room, Dining Room, Master Bedroom, Kitchen, Bedroom 1
Laundry Type: Upper Floor
Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Full
Exterior
Property Information
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 0
Improvement Assessed Value: $199,200
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Property Condition: Very Good
Year Built Source: Assessor
Year Major Reno/Remodel: 2017
Building Information
Construction Materials: Masonry, Stucco
Foundation Details: Permanent
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Outdoor Living Structures: Patio(s), Porch(es)
Roof: Flat
Structure Type: Interior Townhouse/Rowhouse
Exterior Information
Sidewalks
Lot Information
Lot Size Dimensions: 14.00 x 98.00
Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
Tidal Water: No
Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $49,800
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 1,040
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Financial
Tax Information
City/Town Tax: $1,572
School Tax: $1,912
Tax Assessed Value: $249,000
Tax Year: 2022
Tax Annual Amount: $3,485
Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2023
Lease Information
Lease Considered: No
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
Cross Street: PECHIN ST
Directions: From 76, cross Manayunk Bridge and make a left on Main St, then right on Leverington Ave, to Mitchell, left to Ripka, left to 445.
Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
Transportation: Bus Stop less than 1 mile
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,040
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 1,350 square feet
Style: Townhouse
Year Built: 1940
Year Renovated: —
County: Philadelphia County
APN: 212261800
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
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 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
4 unhealthy days expected this year, 5 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$283,000 – $342,000
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