This is a beautiful, newly renovated, three story, END of the row, twin in the Wissahickon pocket of Roxborough. This home is very unique in the fact that it is the end of the row and it includes a third floor with gorgeous views of the city. This home has old world features such as two separate stair cases (one in the front of the house and one in the back), 9’ high ceilings and large 9” wood work throughout. This home looks like new construction inside. It has newer windows throughout. Walk up and notice the new concrete steps, the nice manicured front corner property landscaping including a Japanese Maple and the a nice sized covered patio for sitting. Walk into the living room and notice the home has been freshly painted throughout with light gray paint. The living room has a gas fireplace with a large TV mounted above it and with built in shelves around it . There is new distressed with hints of gray laminate flooring in the living room, dining room and kitchen. There is a dining room off the living room with chair rail moldings. There is a another room off the dining room that was used as a kitchen eating area (breakfast room). There is a brand new galley kitchen off the breakfast room with white shaker cabinets, all new stainless steel appliances (refrigerator, stove (black), microwave and dishwasher) newer back door with built in screens and a newer storm door. The kitchen includes a light up stainless steel faucet, a garbage disposal, recessed lights and beautiful gray and white granite counter tops. The door in the kitchen leads to the back yard and back patio. There is a back stair case off the kitchen and a front staircase off the living room. There are three nice size bedrooms on the second level and a full bathroom. The front bedroom on this floor has awesome bowed out windows and a quant window seat with built in storage. The third floor of the home was used as the Master Suite and it offers amazing views of the city and a full bathroom. The suite has recessed lighting. There are six panel interior doors throughout. The third floor bedroom was the owners favorite spot to watch sunsets and fireworks. This home has an updated central air conditioning and heating system (2012). There is a full large size (41X13) unfinished basement for storage and laundry hook ups. There is a large, private, fenced back yard with a patio. This home has so much to offer. This home is less then a half of a mile from the Wissahickon Train Station and sits adjacent to the Northern Children's Services who have beautifully kept grounds that stretch from the house to Lauriston Street to right on Ridge Ave and which allows for lots of additional street parking down this end of Righter which is a rarity to see and find in Roxborough. This house is a great house waiting for someone to make it their home. Make an appointment today before it may gone!
TownhomeProperty Type
1900Year Built
2,027 sq ftLot Size
$238Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Cathy Kane• Re/Max One Realty
•215-953-8800 (broker)
•remaxeastern@gmail.com (broker)
Bought with Rod'Esther Castor• Opus Elite Real Estate of NJ, LLC
Stunning Roxborough Twin Awaits You! This home is loaded with original details and modern amenities. Professional landscaping greets you as you enter this gem and it only gets better. This home has gleaming hard wood floors, loads of light, open layout, and storeage galore! The first floor welcomes you with a spacious family/living room perfect space for everyday use or entertaining. This room opens into your formal dining room with chair rail. Off the dining room is an informal eat in area right off the kitchen with new refrigerator, recessed lighting and pantry storeage. This 4 bedroom home is set up as 3 bedrooms with a Full Closet and Changing area, making the space flexible to your needs. The rennovated third floor suite is over the top with spa like full bath, recessed lighting and a great view to Center City. The green outdoor space includes fenced in back yard and charming front porch. Don't forget the back stair case! This is a must see! Newer Heater, Central AC, and Certified Roof. Walk Score 75
Public Records
May 22, 1995
Sold
$87,000
$44/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #PAPH413042
Feb 2, 1995
Listing Removed
—
Oct 16, 1994
Listed
$87,000
$44/sq ft
Public Records
May 1, 1984
Sold
$47,000
$24/sq ft
Public Records
Nov 1, 1981
Sold
$43,000
$22/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$4,547 (−23.5%)
$84,960 + $339,840
$424,800
2025
$5,946 (+22.3%)
$84,960 + $339,840
$424,800
2024
$4,862
$69,460 + $277,840
$347,300
2023
$4,862 (+20.5%)
$69,460 + $277,840
$347,300
2022
$4,034
$43,230 + $244,970
$288,200
2021
$4,034
$43,230 + $244,970
$288,200
2020
$4,034 (+3.6%)
$43,230 + $244,970
$288,200
2019
$3,893 (+12.2%)
$41,715 + $236,385
$278,100
2018
$3,469
$37,170 + $210,630
$247,800
2017
$3,468 (+4.4%)
$37,170 + $210,630
$247,800
2015
$3,321
$38,310 + $209,490
$247,800
2014
$3,320 (+59.4%)
$38,310 + $209,490
$247,800
2013
$2,082 (+3.6%)
$4,415 + $16,897
$21,312
2012
$2,010 (+3.9%)
$4,415 + $16,897
$21,312
2011
$1,936 (+9.9%)
$4,415 + $16,897
$21,312
2010
$1,761
$4,415 + $16,897
$21,312
Tax history for 502 Righter St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$4,547 (−23.5%)
$84,960 + $339,840
$424,800
2025
$5,946 (+22.3%)
$84,960 + $339,840
$424,800
2024
$4,862
$69,460 + $277,840
$347,300
2023
$4,862 (+20.5%)
$69,460 + $277,840
$347,300
2022
$4,034
$43,230 + $244,970
$288,200
2021
$4,034
$43,230 + $244,970
$288,200
2020
$4,034 (+3.6%)
$43,230 + $244,970
$288,200
2019
$3,893 (+12.2%)
$41,715 + $236,385
$278,100
2018
$3,469
$37,170 + $210,630
$247,800
2017
$3,468 (+4.4%)
$37,170 + $210,630
$247,800
2015
$3,321
$38,310 + $209,490
$247,800
2014
$3,320 (+59.4%)
$38,310 + $209,490
$247,800
2013
$2,082 (+3.6%)
$4,415 + $16,897
$21,312
2012
$2,010 (+3.9%)
$4,415 + $16,897
$21,312
2011
$1,936 (+9.9%)
$4,415 + $16,897
$21,312
2010
$1,761
$4,415 + $16,897
$21,312
*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
4
Baths
2
Stories
2.5
Lot width
27 ft.
Lot depth
100 ft.
Lot size
2,027 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,000
Year built
1900
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Philadelphia County
APN
213209400
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 28, 2026.
RSA-5
/NCO - WISSAHICKON
/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
Mar 21, 2019 • Final
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Rewire a bedroom and bathroom. Install new receptacles, recessed lighting, a three-way circuit, wall sconces, and a ground fault circuit interrupter in the bathroom.
Electrical
Mar 13, 2012 • Final
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Replace the house traps and fresh air inlet for a single-family home.
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
Public
On Street
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On 1st Upper Level: 3
# of Bedrooms On 2nd Upper Level: 1
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full) On 1st Upper Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On 2nd Upper Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On All Upper Levels: 2
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
Interior Information
Appliances: Disposal, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Oven - Single, Water Heater