Welcome to this charming 1970s Candy Store with an Apartment Above - A Rare Investment Opportunity. Step into a piece of local history, a beloved staple in the community for decades. Perfectly positioned for visibility and foot traffic, this unique mixed-use property offers endless potential for the right buyer with vision. The former neighborhood candy shop still holds its nostalgic charm and layout, ready to be restored or reimagined into a thriving business. Above the storefront sits a spacious apartment, offering the convenience of live/work flexibility or additional rental income. This property is in need of a full renovation, making it an ideal opportunity for investors, entrepreneurs, or developers looking to bring new life to a classic community landmark. Whether you envision reviving the sweet legacy of the candy store, creating a modern retail concept, or transforming the space entirely, this property is ready for its next chapter. With solid bones and a prime location, the possibilities are truly limitless.
TownhomeProperty Type
1950Year Built
2,081 sq ftLot Size
$86Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Charise Jones-Wheeler• Elfant Wissahickon-Chestnut Hill
•215-247-3600 (broker)
Listed by Tamika Nealy-Farmbry• Elfant Wissahickon-Chestnut Hill
Est. $1,832 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 7701 Rugby St
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
BRIGHT MLS #PAPH2603808
May 13, 2026
Sold
$200,000
$86/sq ft
May 7, 2026
Pending
—
Apr 14, 2026
Contingent
—
Apr 9, 2026
Listed
$199,000
$86/sq ft
Apr 6, 2026
Coming Soon
$199,000
$86/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2018
$1,843
$36,120 + $144,480
$180,600
2017
$1,843 (−34.9%)
$26,876 + $184,524
$211,400
2015
$2,833
$26,876 + $184,524
$211,400
2014
$2,832 (+106.3%)
$26,876 + $184,524
$211,400
2013
$1,373 (+3.6%)
$2,810 + $11,238
$14,048
2012
$1,325
$2,810 + $11,238
$14,048
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
—
Stories
2
Lot width
17 ft.
Lot depth
120 ft.
Lot size
2,081 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,320
Year built
1950
Style
Townhouse
County
Philadelphia County
APN
871576770
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Apr 6, 2026.
RSA-5
/NDO
/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
Ninth District 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
Property details
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On 1st Upper Level: 2
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full) On 1st Upper Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On All Upper Levels: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1
Interior Information
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Unfinished
Exterior
Property Information
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 0
Accessibility Features: Chairlift, Ramp - Main Level
Improvement Assessed Value: $94,700
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Year Built Source: Assessor
Building Information
Construction Materials: Masonry
Foundation Details: Permanent
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Structure Type: End of Row/Townhouse
Lot Information
Lot Size Dimensions: 17.00 x 120.00
Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
Tidal Water: No
Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $37,000
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 2,320
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Financial
Tax Information
City/Town Tax: $811
School Tax: $1,032
Tax Assessed Value: $131,700
Tax Year: 2025
Tax Annual Amount: $1,843
Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2026
Utilities
Utilities Information
Other
Heating Fuel: Other
Hot Water: Natural Gas
Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Location
School Information
School District Name: PHILADELPHIA CITY
School District Source: Listing Agent
Location Information
Cross Street: Upsal Street
Directions: The entrance is on Upsal Street.
Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: 2,320
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 2,081 square feet
Style: Townhouse
Year Built: 1950
Year Renovated: —
County: Philadelphia County
APN: 871576770
Home facts updated by county records on Apr 6, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Edmonds Franklin S School
Public PreK-8 • Assigned • 0.5mi
5/10
King Martin Luther High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.9mi
1/10
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Historical weather
Philadelphia, PA • 19150
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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Sun exposure
79/ 100
Good sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in the zip code. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
8.3 hrs
5.7 hrs
JuneDecember
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Estimated sale price
$267,000 – $323,000
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