Welcome Home to this adorable end of a row on a tree lined block with plenty of on street parking. Newly renovated throughout with inviting front porch perfect to sit out on a fall day. Open floor plan with bright and airy living room, large windows , hardwood floors, and adjoining dining area. Kitchen features , recessed lighting, granite counters, breakfast bar, stainless steel appliances and weathered tile flooring, . Mud room, full bath and laundry complete the first floor. Second floor boasts master bedroom with dual custom made closets, hall bath and 2 other ample sized rooms. Full basement for added storage and a finished area great for in home office. Out back you will find a private fenced in yard, firepit, and a cozy deck perfect for outdoor entertaining. All this in the heart of Roxbourgh and just a short distance to Main street in Manayunk where you will find award winning dining and entertainment. walking distance to Gorgas park, planet fitness and public transportation. miss this great opportunity!
TownhomeProperty Type
1925Year Built
2,144 sq ftLot Size
$295Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Donna Carabba• Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
•215-654-5900 (broker)
Bought with Kate Sydnes• Keller Williams Main Line
Welcome home to Ripka Street! A beautifully remodeled porch front twin awaits a new owner who will enjoy living a block from leafy Gorgas Park, a running track, short stroll to fitness, shopping, and transportation. Inside you will find a stunning new Granite kitchen with plenty of cabinets and accent lighting, gleaming wood floors, two full baths, one with tub, the other with shower. The basement is large, clean, and offers storage and a semi finished room that would be a perfect play room or office. The yard is a gardener's dream with perfect exposure and a brand new deck!
TREND #6907146
Jan 31, 2017
Sold
$140,000
$111/sq ft
Jan 20, 2017
Pending
—
Jan 3, 2017
Listed
$159,900
$127/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #1003209067
Feb 1, 2017
Listing Removed
—
Jan 31, 2017
Sold
$140,000
$111/sq ft
Jan 3, 2017
Listed
$159,900
$127/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #1007991978
Dec 31, 2016
Listing Removed
—
Mar 21, 2016
Listed
$179,900
$143/sq ft
Public Records
Sep 30, 2014
Sold
$180,000
$143/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #PAPH137292
Jul 16, 2007
Sold
$220,000
$174/sq ft
May 22, 2007
Listing Removed
—
May 10, 2007
Listed
$220,000
$174/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #PAPH299442
Sep 4, 2003
Sold
$141,500
$112/sq ft
Jun 25, 2003
Listing Removed
—
Jun 2, 2003
Listed
$141,500
$112/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #PAPH333562
Sep 28, 2000
Sold
$69,900
$55/sq ft
Jul 22, 2000
Listing Removed
—
Jul 18, 2000
Listed
$69,900
$55/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #PAPH707786
Jul 18, 2000
Listing Removed
—
Nov 29, 1999
Listed
$74,900
$59/sq ft
Public Records
Jul 16, 1997
Sold
$67,500
$53/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #PAPH490818
Jan 13, 1997
Listed
$68,500
$54/sq ft
Public Records
Jan 8, 1997
Sold
$35,000
$28/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #PAPH488168
Oct 24, 1996
Listed
$35,000
$28/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$4,839
$69,140 + $276,560
$345,700
2025
$4,839 (+20.1%)
$69,140 + $276,560
$345,700
2024
$4,029
$57,560 + $230,240
$287,800
2023
$4,029 (+42.6%)
$57,560 + $230,240
$287,800
2022
$2,825
$30,270 + $171,530
$201,800
2021
$2,825
$30,270 + $171,530
$201,800
2020
$2,825 (+1.7%)
$30,270 + $171,530
$201,800
2019
$2,777 (+11.9%)
$29,760 + $168,640
$198,400
2018
$2,482
$26,595 + $150,705
$177,300
2017
$2,481 (+4.4%)
$26,595 + $150,705
$177,300
2015
$2,376
$41,377 + $135,923
$177,300
2014
$2,375 (+51.9%)
$41,377 + $135,923
$177,300
2013
$1,563 (+3.6%)
$5,338 + $10,662
$16,000
2012
$1,509 (+3.9%)
$5,338 + $10,662
$16,000
2011
$1,453 (+9.9%)
$5,338 + $10,662
$16,000
2010
$1,322
$5,338 + $10,662
$16,000
Tax history for 470 Ripka St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$4,839
$69,140 + $276,560
$345,700
2025
$4,839 (+20.1%)
$69,140 + $276,560
$345,700
2024
$4,029
$57,560 + $230,240
$287,800
2023
$4,029 (+42.6%)
$57,560 + $230,240
$287,800
2022
$2,825
$30,270 + $171,530
$201,800
2021
$2,825
$30,270 + $171,530
$201,800
2020
$2,825 (+1.7%)
$30,270 + $171,530
$201,800
2019
$2,777 (+11.9%)
$29,760 + $168,640
$198,400
2018
$2,482
$26,595 + $150,705
$177,300
2017
$2,481 (+4.4%)
$26,595 + $150,705
$177,300
2015
$2,376
$41,377 + $135,923
$177,300
2014
$2,375 (+51.9%)
$41,377 + $135,923
$177,300
2013
$1,563 (+3.6%)
$5,338 + $10,662
$16,000
2012
$1,509 (+3.9%)
$5,338 + $10,662
$16,000
2011
$1,453 (+9.9%)
$5,338 + $10,662
$16,000
2010
$1,322
$5,338 + $10,662
$16,000
*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
Lot width
19 ft.
Lot depth
110 ft.
Lot size
2,144 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,262
Year built
1925
Style
Townhouse
County
Philadelphia County
APN
212270800
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
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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 (Full) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On All Upper Levels: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
Interior Information
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Room Information
Living Room, Dining Room, Kitchen, Mud Room
Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Partially Finished
Exterior
Property Information
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 0
Improvement Assessed Value: $171,530
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Year Built Source: Assessor
Building Information
Construction Materials: Masonry
Foundation Details: Block
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Structure Type: End of Row/Townhouse
Exterior Information
Fencing: Fully
Lot Information
Lot Size Dimensions: 19.49 x 110.00
Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
Tidal Water: No
Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $30,270
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 1,262
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Financial
Tax Information
City/Town Tax: $1,275
School Tax: $1,550
Tax Assessed Value: $201,800
Tax Year: 2021
Tax Annual Amount: $2,825
Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2021
Lease Information
Lease Considered: No
Utilities
Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C
Cooling Fuel: Natural 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
School District Source: Listing Agent
Location Information
Directions: Ridge ave to Ripka St home on right
Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,262
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 2,144 square feet
Style: Townhouse
Year Built: 1925
Year Renovated: —
County: Philadelphia County
APN: 212270800
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 28, 2026
Other
Listing Information
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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
$354,000 – $428,000
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