Investor Opportunity or Owner-Occupant Purchase in South Philadelphia! Don’t miss this opportunity to own a property in the Lower Moyamensing section of South Philadelphia. Conveniently located near shopping, restaurants, parks, public transportation, and major roadways, this property offers a desirable location for both homeowners and investors. The property offers the potential for an investor to renovate and add value, or for an owner-occupant to create a home tailored to their own needs. Property is being sold AS-IS. Seller will make no repairs or provide repair credits. Buyer is responsible for all inspections, certifications, due diligence, and any improvements desired after settlement. Great location + value-add potential + flexible use = an opportunity worth seeing. Schedule your showing today!
Lower Moyamensing, located between Washington Avenue and Oregon Avenue, is a residential and industrial Philadelphia neighborhood with a rowhouse streetscape and a working-waterfront edge. The neighborhood’s character concentrates along East Passyunk Avenue near Broad Street, where corner bars, BYOBs, and small specialty shops keep the sidewalks active. Community pillars include the Bok Building’s maker studios and food hall, the American Swedish Historical Museum, and the Sports Complex’s game-day venues. Brick twins and classic South Philly rowhomes line tight blocks, with pocket parks breaking up the grid. Broad Street’s subway stations and bus routes stitch daily errands to Center City. The Delaware Avenue corridor adds big-box retail and riverfront infrastructure to the mix.
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Offer insights
725 W Ritner St · $229,000
$233K and above
75% chance or better to win
Why $233K+ is a strong offer
DAYS ON MARKET
9 days
The average home goes pending in 50 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
98.1%
Most homes are selling 2% below list price.
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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bedroom
Living
Interior features
Basement combination (finished/unfinished)
Bedrooms
Three bedrooms on the main level
Bathrooms
One full bathroom on the main level
Heating & cooling
Radiator heat
Central air conditioning (electric)
Exterior features
Lot dimensions approximately 14 x 58
No tidal water
Home design
Interior townhouse/rowhouse
Fee simple ownership
Parking
On-street parking
Construction
Masonry construction
Other foundation
Above-grade and below-grade structures
Built year per assessor
Utilities
Public water
Public sewer
Hot water: natural gas
Cooling fuel: electric
Heating fuel: electric
Electricity and solar
View estimated energy costs and solar savings for this home
Why rent when you can buy? Great opportunity for either a first-time homebuyer or the savvy investor! This home in Lower Moyamensing is just waiting for your finishing touches. A charming brick wall in the living room makes a great accent, with a decorative fireplace and mantel that make the room feel nice and cozy. The downstairs floor plan is open, leading to the dining area and kitchen. There's also a powder room on the main floor. Outside, you'll find a nice patio space, great for a container garden. Upstairs, find three generously sized bedrooms, along with a full bathroom. There is also a full basement. This home is conveniently located, just a couple of blocks away from a beautiful park, shopping, restaurants, and major transportation routes. Schedule your showing today!
BRIGHT MLS #1000730031
Jun 20, 2006
Listing Removed
—
Apr 9, 2006
Listed
$174,900
$155/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #1000551407
Apr 13, 2006
Listing Removed
—
Feb 27, 2006
Listed
$174,900
$155/sq ft
Public Records
Mar 6, 2002
Sold
$52,500
$47/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #PAPH347376
Jul 2, 2001
Sold
$52,500
$47/sq ft
Mar 26, 2001
Listing Removed
—
Jan 30, 2001
Listed
$52,500
$47/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$2,774
$39,640 + $158,560
$198,200
2025
$2,774 (+20.5%)
$39,640 + $158,560
$198,200
2024
$2,303
$32,900 + $131,600
$164,500
2023
$2,303 (+15.3%)
$32,900 + $131,600
$164,500
2022
$1,998
$24,830 + $117,870
$142,700
2021
$1,998
$24,830 + $117,870
$142,700
2020
$1,998 (+8.4%)
$24,830 + $117,870
$142,700
2019
$1,844 (+105.1%)
$25,208 + $106,492
$131,700
2018
$899
$12,288 + $51,912
$64,200
2017
$898 (+26.7%)
$12,288 + $51,912
$64,200
2015
$709 (+0.1%)
$10,540 + $42,360
$52,900
2014
$708 (−15.8%)
$10,540 + $42,360
$52,900
2013
$841 (+3.6%)
$1,637 + $6,971
$8,608
2012
$812 (+3.9%)
$1,637 + $6,971
$8,608
2011
$782 (+9.9%)
$1,637 + $6,971
$8,608
2010
$711
$1,637 + $6,971
$8,608
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
1
Stories
2
Lot width
14 ft.
Lot depth
58 ft.
Lot size
817 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,128
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
1,128
Year built
1925
Style
Townhouse
County
Philadelphia County
APN
393113800
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 28, 2026.
RSA-5
/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
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
Climate risks
7/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 80%+ chance 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 • 19148
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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48
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72
84
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79
63
69
51
57
43
43
30
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Sun exposure
38/ 100
Low sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be significant shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
4.1 hrs
2.8 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 725 W Ritner St
$222,672
$6,328 under list price of $229K
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 4 recent nearby sales, priced between $164K to $243K.