Welcome to 5517 Ridgewood, a charming home nestled on a picturesque tree-lined street. This prime location offers convenient access to major amenities, just a couple of miles from prominent universities and large hospitals. This property presents an excellent opportunity for investors—whether you’re looking to create a rental gem or flip it for profit. With its desirable location and potential for improvement, this home is a canvas ready for your vision. Don't miss your chance to invest in a growing area with endless possibilities! Schedule a viewing today!
TownhomeProperty Type
1925Year Built
1,067 sq ftLot Size
$194Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Tabitha Heit• BHHS Fox & Roach-Blue Bell
•215-542-2200 (broker)
Bought with Dan Okiro• BHHS Fox & Roach-Blue Bell
•215-542-2200 (broker)
Source:BRIGHT MLS #PAPH2404298
Redfin Estimate
$192,096
$112K since sold in March 2026$4,000 since September
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This home's estimate is 14.9% higher than the average sale price ($167K) of 6 comparable homes.
Welcome to 5517 Ridgewood, a charming home nestled on a picturesque tree-lined street. This prime location offers convenient access to major amenities, just a couple of miles from prominent universities and large hospitals. This property presents an excellent opportunity for investors—whether you’re looking to create a rental gem or flip it for profit. With its desirable location and potential for improvement, this home is a canvas ready for your vision. Don't miss your chance to invest in a growing area with endless possibilities! Schedule a viewing today!
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$1,466
$20,940 + $83,760
$104,700
2025
$1,466 (+62.8%)
$20,940 + $83,760
$104,700
2024
$900
$12,800 + $51,500
$64,300
2023
$900 (+37.1%)
$12,800 + $51,500
$64,300
2015
$657
$43,987 + $5,013
$49,000
2014
$656 (−10.2%)
$43,987 + $5,013
$49,000
2012
$730 (+3.9%)
$1,291 + $6,453
$7,744
2011
$703 (+9.9%)
$1,291 + $6,453
$7,744
2010
$640
$1,291 + $6,453
$7,744
Tax history for 5517 Ridgewood St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$1,466
$20,940 + $83,760
$104,700
2025
$1,466 (+62.8%)
$20,940 + $83,760
$104,700
2024
$900
$12,800 + $51,500
$64,300
2023
$900 (+37.1%)
$12,800 + $51,500
$64,300
2015
$657
$43,987 + $5,013
$49,000
2014
$656 (−10.2%)
$43,987 + $5,013
$49,000
2012
$730 (+3.9%)
$1,291 + $6,453
$7,744
2011
$703 (+9.9%)
$1,291 + $6,453
$7,744
2010
$640
$1,291 + $6,453
$7,744
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Zoning
RSA-5
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.
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
Basement Information
Basement Type: Partial
Room Information
# of Rooms: 6
Exterior
Exterior Information
Physical Condition: Average
Exterior Wall: Brick
View Information
View: Typical
Property Information
Living Sq. Ft: 990
Building Sq. Ft: 990
# of Stories: 2
Legal Description: 130' W 55TH ST; 16'5"X65'
Parking & Garage Information
# of Parking Spaces: 1
Parking Type: Attached Garage
Garage / Carport Type: Attached
Lot Information
# of Buildings: 1
Land Sq. Ft: 1,067
Legal Lot Number: 186
Legal Block Number: 26S19
Municipality Name: PHILADELPHIA
Acres: 0.0245
Depth Footage: 65
Front Footage: 16
Zoning Code: RM1
County Use Description: RES-ROW WITH BASEMENT GARAGE,
Location Information
Parcel Location Influence: Interior
Financial
Assessor Information
Assessment Year: 2026
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 990
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 1,067 square feet
Style: Townhouse
Year Built: 1925
Year Renovated: —
County: Philadelphia County
APN: 513243200
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 19, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Longstreth William C School
Public PreK-8 • Assigned • 0.2mi
3/10
Bartram John - Main
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.4mi
2/10
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Lifestyle
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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
7/10 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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Historical weather
Philadelphia, PA • 19143
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$183,000 – $221,000
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