Early Turn-of-the-century Stone Colonial. .. Come experience this warm and comfortable Center Hall Colonial located in upper Roxborough on Ridge Ave and Oriole Street that features almost 4000 interior sq ft of living space. You'll love the quality and tasteful touches of the past lovingly integrated and preserved throughout the years in this one of a kind property with a wonderful floor plan. Complete renovation and re-design of the kitchen, with 42" maple wood cabinetry, granite counters, island and commercial appliances; brand new powder room with laundry room on the first floor. Other highlights and upgrades include: a recent remodeled living room with cathedral ceiling, exposed stone wall and newer carpeting; recently remodeled bathrooms; meticulously refinished hardwood floors throughout; beautiful original crown moldings, solid wood doors and glass hardware, original oak millwork unpainted; Master suite with sitting area, office and walk-in closet; high ceilings throughout; roof (2004); gutters have guards all around; mudroom; detached two car garage with slate roof and off-street parking; large enclosed porch; house completely rewired in (2006/2007) (including new 200 amp panel), with the exception of one remaining knob and tube circuit that serves a couple of outlets and lights on 2nd floor; Garage was rewired (2010); Heating system was replaced in (2009), with two zones established; although the third floor is un-heated, pipes and control wires were run between basement and third floor when kitchen was remodeled; newer double pane insulated windows. The house presides on a level . 36 acre corner lot with fenced backyard * , lovely landscaping, pretty perennials which adds a touch of country living to this unique city home located in Dearnley Park. Handcrafted elegance with contemporary features abound! * Property was surveyed by city in 2006 which resulted in back fence moving towards neighbor by eight feet along entire length.
Single-familyProperty Type
1918Year Built
0.36 acresLot Size
$170Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Joanne Colino• Elfant Wissahickon-Chestnut Hill
•215-247-3600 (broker)
Bought with Lisa Murphy• Keller Williams Real Estate-Blue Bell
•215-646-2900 (broker)
Bought with Gwenn Castellucci Murphy• Keller Williams Real Estate-Blue Bell
Priced Reduced-Great Value! Set back on 1/3 of an acre, this stately stone and sided Center Hall Colonial stands with detached 2 car garage and a fenced backyard. With 4 Bedrooms and 2.5 Bathrooms, this well maintained home boasts of a new Roof, newer Kitchen and a newer 3rd floor Master Suite. Along with a heated enclosed porch, this home features a family room on the 1st floor with gas FP. With close to 4,000 sq ft, enjoy the hardwood floors and high ceilings throughout. Desiged for family living, and zoned for professional possibilities as well. 1 Year Home Warranty Included!
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$7,118 (−16.4%)
$121,700 + $486,800
$608,500
2025
$8,518 (+19.3%)
$121,700 + $486,800
$608,500
2024
$7,139
$102,000 + $408,000
$510,000
2023
$7,139 (+11.8%)
$102,000 + $408,000
$510,000
2022
$6,387
$68,445 + $387,855
$456,300
2021
$6,387
$68,445 + $387,855
$456,300
2020
$6,387 (+1.7%)
$68,445 + $387,855
$456,300
2019
$6,278 (+17.7%)
$67,275 + $381,225
$448,500
2018
$5,336
$54,321 + $326,879
$381,200
2017
$5,336 (+4.5%)
$54,321 + $326,879
$381,200
2015
$5,108
$360,253 + $20,947
$381,200
2014
$5,108 (+48.1%)
$360,253 + $20,947
$381,200
2013
$3,449 (+3.6%)
$9,442 + $25,854
$35,296
2012
$3,329 (+3.9%)
$9,442 + $25,854
$35,296
2011
$3,206 (+9.9%)
$9,442 + $25,854
$35,296
2010
$2,917
$9,442 + $25,854
$35,296
Tax history for 7520 Ridge Ave
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$7,118 (−16.4%)
$121,700 + $486,800
$608,500
2025
$8,518 (+19.3%)
$121,700 + $486,800
$608,500
2024
$7,139
$102,000 + $408,000
$510,000
2023
$7,139 (+11.8%)
$102,000 + $408,000
$510,000
2022
$6,387
$68,445 + $387,855
$456,300
2021
$6,387
$68,445 + $387,855
$456,300
2020
$6,387 (+1.7%)
$68,445 + $387,855
$456,300
2019
$6,278 (+17.7%)
$67,275 + $381,225
$448,500
2018
$5,336
$54,321 + $326,879
$381,200
2017
$5,336 (+4.5%)
$54,321 + $326,879
$381,200
2015
$5,108
$360,253 + $20,947
$381,200
2014
$5,108 (+48.1%)
$360,253 + $20,947
$381,200
2013
$3,449 (+3.6%)
$9,442 + $25,854
$35,296
2012
$3,329 (+3.9%)
$9,442 + $25,854
$35,296
2011
$3,206 (+9.9%)
$9,442 + $25,854
$35,296
2010
$2,917
$9,442 + $25,854
$35,296
*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
109 ft.
Lot depth
146 ft.
Lot size
0.36 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
3,250
Year built
1925
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Philadelphia County
APN
212515200
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 28, 2026.
RSA-2
/FDO - FOURTH DISTRICT
/WWO
/NIS
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
Wissahickon Watershed Overlay District
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
Dec 27, 2019 • Final
Ep_electrl
Replace light fixtures on the first floor and an exterior wall light using existing junction boxes. Remove an old breaker box on the third floor and install a new sub-panel. Install electrical wiring to feed the sub-panel to the basement and install a dimmer switch on the existing service.
Electrical
Sep 18, 2019 • Final
Bp_alter
Replace all sloped roofing on a single-family home with new shingles. No structural alterations or repairs are included in this scope of work.
Remodel
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