Amazing opportunity to own a fully renovated and fully rented duplex in a convenient section of Roxborough. The property is rented until the summer of 2019 and provides any investor the chance to buy this and have immediate positive cash flow. The ground unit is a 1 bed/1 bath apartment with hardwood flooring throughout, quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances and plenty of closet space. Also, has access to basement storage. The second unit is a large bilevel 2 bed/1 bath unit with the same features. This unit also has the additional outdoor space with a balcony off the living area. The entire property sits on a large plot of land with ample outdoor space and a massive driveway to fit 5+ cars!!
Multi-familyProperty Type
1940Year Built
6,500 sq ftLot Size
$368Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Michael McCann• BHHS Fox & Roach-Center City Walnut
•215-627-6005 (broker)
Listed by Ed Foy• BHHS Fox & Roach-Center City Walnut
•215-627-6005 (broker)
Bought with Michael McCann• BHHS Fox & Roach-Center City Walnut
Rare opportunity! Large duplex located on a secluded area in Upper Roxborough on a half acre. This house has been owned by the same fam. for 3 generations. Great for an investment opportunity, multi-fam home, or easy conversion to a sing. Hidden priv driveway leads to large parking areas and vast yard. The stone house features original hardwood floors, large rooms, and separately metered units. The first floor contains a large living room with wood burning fireplace that leads to outside patio, eat-in kitchen, full bath, and bedroom. Upstairs unit features living room leading to 2nd floor outdoor covered porch, full bath, eat-in kitchen with newer appliances, large dining room, and two 3rd floor bedrooms with ample closet space. Large basement with outside and first floor access provides plenty of storage for both units. Rental charges can easily cover mortgage. Enjoy the convenience and location of the city along with the spaciousness and privacy of the suburbs! Motivated sellers! Will consider all offers!
Public Records
Jan 19, 2006
Sold
$125,000
$95/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$7,126
$101,820 + $407,280
$509,100
2025
$7,126 (+30.5%)
$101,820 + $407,280
$509,100
2024
$5,459
$78,000 + $312,000
$390,000
2023
$5,459 (+23.8%)
$78,000 + $312,000
$390,000
2022
$4,408
$47,235 + $267,665
$314,900
2021
$4,408 (−8.4%)
$47,235 + $267,665
$314,900
2020
$4,810 (+62.7%)
$51,540 + $292,060
$343,600
2019
$2,956 (−25.9%)
$31,600 + $179,600
$211,200
2018
$3,992
$42,780 + $242,420
$285,200
2017
$3,992 (+4.5%)
$42,780 + $242,420
$285,200
2015
$3,822
$124,429 + $160,771
$285,200
2014
$3,821 (+28.4%)
$124,429 + $160,771
$285,200
2013
$2,977 (+3.6%)
$8,003 + $22,461
$30,464
2012
$2,873 (+3.9%)
$8,003 + $22,461
$30,464
2011
$2,767 (+9.9%)
$8,003 + $22,461
$30,464
2010
$2,518
$8,003 + $22,461
$30,464
Tax history for 73001/2 Ridge Ave
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$7,126
$101,820 + $407,280
$509,100
2025
$7,126 (+30.5%)
$101,820 + $407,280
$509,100
2024
$5,459
$78,000 + $312,000
$390,000
2023
$5,459 (+23.8%)
$78,000 + $312,000
$390,000
2022
$4,408
$47,235 + $267,665
$314,900
2021
$4,408 (−8.4%)
$47,235 + $267,665
$314,900
2020
$4,810 (+62.7%)
$51,540 + $292,060
$343,600
2019
$2,956 (−25.9%)
$31,600 + $179,600
$211,200
2018
$3,992
$42,780 + $242,420
$285,200
2017
$3,992 (+4.5%)
$42,780 + $242,420
$285,200
2015
$3,822
$124,429 + $160,771
$285,200
2014
$3,821 (+28.4%)
$124,429 + $160,771
$285,200
2013
$2,977 (+3.6%)
$8,003 + $22,461
$30,464
2012
$2,873 (+3.9%)
$8,003 + $22,461
$30,464
2011
$2,767 (+9.9%)
$8,003 + $22,461
$30,464
2010
$2,518
$8,003 + $22,461
$30,464
*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
3
Baths
2
Stories
2.5
Lot width
32 ft.
Lot depth
174 ft.
Lot size
6,500 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,920
Year built
1940
Style
Multi-Family (5+ Unit)
County
Philadelphia County
APN
212513520
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 28, 2026.
RSA-2
/FDO - FOURTH DISTRICT
/NIS
/WWO
Residential Single-Family Attached-2 District
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
Wissahickon Watershed Overlay District
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Assembly/ meeting place
Garden center
Housing-Single unit
Fire house
Police station
Recreation-Other
Sep 22, 2020 • Final
Plumbing
Perform minor construction work at the property in accordance with all applicable codes and standards. Ensure all required pedestrian protection is in place prior to the start of work.
Plumbing
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Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Driveway
Interior
Interior Information
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Room Information
Master Bedroom
Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Full
Multi Unit Information
# of One Bedroom Units: 1
# of Two Bedroom Units: 1
Other Units: Unit 1,Unit 2
Annual Gross Expense: $3,992
Exterior
Property Information
Improvement Assessed Value: $242,420
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Year Built Source: Estimated
Building Information
# of Units (Total): 2
Construction Materials: Stone
Other Structures: Above Grade
Structure Type: Detached
Lot Information
Lot Size Dimensions: 65X100
Tidal Water: No
Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $42,780
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 1,320
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Assessed Value: $285,200
Tax Year: 2018
Tax Annual Amount: $3,992
Utilities
Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C
Forced Air
Heating Fuel: Electric
Hot Water: Electric
Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Location
School Information
School District Name: THE SCHOOL DISTRICT OF PHILADELPHIA
Location Information
Cross Street: HARMON
Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,920
Stories: 2.5
Lot Size: 6,500 square feet
Style: Multi-Family (5+ Unit)
Year Built: 1940
Year Renovated: —
County: Philadelphia County
APN: 212513520
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 28, 2026
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Schools
Shawmont School
Public PreK-8 • Assigned • 0.4mi
7/10
Roxborough High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.8mi
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