Welcome to 5246 Ridge Ave, where style, convenience, and comfort meet in the heart of Roxborough/Manayunk. This beautifully updated 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath home features an open-concept layout with recessed lighting, designer fixtures, and a fresh modern feel throughout. The brand-new kitchen is a showstopper, complete with stainless steel appliances and direct access to a brand-new back deck—perfect for morning coffee or entertaining. Upstairs, the spacious primary suite includes its own en suite bath, while two additional bedrooms offer generous closet space and share a sleek hall bath. A convenient first-floor powder room, abundant storage, and thoughtful designer touches make this home as functional as it is stylish. Step outside and enjoy the unbeatable location: walk to Main Street Manayunk’s shops, restaurants, and nightlife, or catch the train at Wissahickon Station for an easy commute. Outdoor lovers will appreciate quick access to trails, parks, and the Wissahickon Valley. For added peace of mind, a recent sewer scope was completed—no issues—so you can move right in with confidence. This is more than just a home; it’s a chance to experience modern living in one of Philadelphia’s most desirable neighborhoods.
Fixer upper in the heart of Roxborough priced to sell. This home features an open front porch, private rear yard, hardwood floors, walk out basement, spacious rooms. Property in need of TLC. Prime location!
Public Records
Oct 22, 2014
Sold
$155,764
$130/sq ft
Public Records
Jul 9, 2008
Sold
$115,000
$96/sq ft
Public Records
Feb 23, 1989
Sold
$60,000
$50/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$3,586
$51,240 + $204,960
$256,200
2025
$3,586 (+20.1%)
$51,240 + $204,960
$256,200
2024
$2,986
$42,660 + $170,640
$213,300
2023
$2,986 (+13.3%)
$42,660 + $170,640
$213,300
2022
$2,636
$28,188 + $160,112
$188,300
2021
$2,636
$28,188 + $160,112
$188,300
2020
$2,636 (+3.6%)
$28,188 + $160,112
$188,300
2019
$2,543 (+3.5%)
$27,200 + $154,500
$181,700
2018
$2,458
$26,340 + $149,260
$175,600
2017
$2,458 (+4.5%)
$26,340 + $149,260
$175,600
2015
$2,353
$26,411 + $149,189
$175,600
2014
$2,353 (+28.0%)
$26,411 + $149,189
$175,600
2013
$1,839 (+3.6%)
$5,292 + $13,524
$18,816
2012
$1,775 (+3.9%)
$5,292 + $13,524
$18,816
2011
$1,709 (+9.9%)
$5,292 + $13,524
$18,816
2010
$1,555
$5,292 + $13,524
$18,816
Tax history for 5246 Ridge Ave
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$3,586
$51,240 + $204,960
$256,200
2025
$3,586 (+20.1%)
$51,240 + $204,960
$256,200
2024
$2,986
$42,660 + $170,640
$213,300
2023
$2,986 (+13.3%)
$42,660 + $170,640
$213,300
2022
$2,636
$28,188 + $160,112
$188,300
2021
$2,636
$28,188 + $160,112
$188,300
2020
$2,636 (+3.6%)
$28,188 + $160,112
$188,300
2019
$2,543 (+3.5%)
$27,200 + $154,500
$181,700
2018
$2,458
$26,340 + $149,260
$175,600
2017
$2,458 (+4.5%)
$26,340 + $149,260
$175,600
2015
$2,353
$26,411 + $149,189
$175,600
2014
$2,353 (+28.0%)
$26,411 + $149,189
$175,600
2013
$1,839 (+3.6%)
$5,292 + $13,524
$18,816
2012
$1,775 (+3.9%)
$5,292 + $13,524
$18,816
2011
$1,709 (+9.9%)
$5,292 + $13,524
$18,816
2010
$1,555
$5,292 + $13,524
$18,816
*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
1
Stories
2
Lot width
19 ft.
Lot depth
77 ft.
Lot size
1,459 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,200
Year built
1925
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Philadelphia County
APN
212214400
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 28, 2026.
RSA-5
/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
Property details
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On Main Level: 3
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Half) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On Main Level: 2
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
Interior Information
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Unfinished
Exterior
Property Information
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 0
Improvement Assessed Value: $204,960
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Year Built Source: Estimated
Building Information
Construction Materials: Masonry
Foundation Details: Other
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Structure Type: Semi-Detached
Lot Information
Tidal Water: No
Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $51,240
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 1,200
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Financial
Tax Information
City/Town Tax: $1,577
School Tax: $2,008
Tax Assessed Value: $256,200
Tax Year: 2025
Tax Annual Amount: $3,586
Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2025
Utilities
Utilities Information
Cooling Type: Other
Cooling Fuel: Electric
Hot Water
Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
Hot Water: Electric
Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Location
School Information
School District Name: PHILADELPHIA CITY
School District Source: Listing Agent
Location Information
Directions: Turn on ridge road
Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,200
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 1,459 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1925
Year Renovated: —
County: Philadelphia County
APN: 212214400
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 28, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Cook-Wissahickon School
Public PreK-8 • Assigned • 0.2mi
8/10
Roxborough High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.4mi
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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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Sun exposure
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Estimated sale price
$408,000 – $494,000
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