Beautifully renovated and move-in ready, this 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath townhome at 8602 Rugby Street offers modern finishes and comfortable living throughout. The bright, open main level features hardwood floors, recessed lighting, abundant natural sunlight, and a convenient powder room. The brand-new eat-in kitchen boasts white cabinetry, upgraded countertops, stainless steel appliances, gas cooking, and sliding glass doors leading to an enclosed rear porch, perfect for additional living or entertaining space. Upstairs, you will find three bedrooms with new carpeting and a full hall bathroom featuring a bathtub and skylight. The finished lower level provides excellent flex space for a family room, home office, gym, or playroom. Additional highlights include a utility sink, laundry hookups, walkout access to the rear driveway, and a one-car attached garage. Conveniently located near shopping, restaurants, parks, public transportation, and major commuter routes, this updated home offers the perfect combination of style, space, and convenience. Available for immediate occupancy.
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Interior
Basement Information
Basement Finish: Finished
Basement Type: Finished
Heating & Cooling
Air Conditioning Type: Central
Heating Type: Hot Water
Room Information
# of Rooms: 6
Exterior
Exterior Information
Physical Condition: Average
Exterior Wall: Brick
View Information
View: Typical
Property Information
Subdivision Name: DAVID WARREN CONST CO
Living Sq. Ft: 1,208
Building Sq. Ft: 1,208
# of Stories: 2
Legal Description: 31' 1/4" N ROUMFORD; LOT 16'2"X96' CROSSING
Parking & Garage Information
# of Parking Spaces: 1
Parking Type: Attached Garage
Garage / Carport Type: Attached
Lot Information
# of Buildings: 1
Land Sq. Ft: 1,544
Legal Lot Number: 235
Legal Block Number: 147N6
Municipality Name: PHILADELPHIA
Acres: 0.0354
Depth Footage: 96
Front Footage: 16
Zoning Code: RSA5
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.: 1,208
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 1,544 square feet
Style: Townhouse
Year Built: 1950
Year Renovated: —
County: Philadelphia County
APN: 502088800
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 27, 2026
Sale and tax history for 8602 Rugby St
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
BRIGHTMLS #PAPH2627244
Jun 18, 2026
Rental Removed
$2,350
$2/sq ft
Jun 3, 2026
Listed for Rent
$2,350
$2/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #PAPH2570386
Feb 9, 2026
Sold
$189,900
$157/sq ft
Jan 14, 2026
Contingent
—
Jan 1, 2026
Listed
$195,000
$161/sq ft
+64
* * * MULTIPLE OFFERS RECEIVED - Offer Deadline 1/13/26 by 5 PM * * * ARV $299,000-$330,000. Welcome to 8602 Rugby Street, a solid brick rowhome tucked into the heart of Cedarbrook / Mt. Airy. This is the kind of house that invites vision, rewards action, and lets you create & write the next chapter for this property. Step inside and envision your design immediately. The main living area is generously sized, filled with natural light, and offers a layout that works equally well for traditional living or a more modern flow. Just beyond, the dining area creates a natural gathering point for everyday meals or future entertaining. The kitchen is functional and ready for transformation, offering a blank canvas for buyers who understand that the most valuable upgrades are the ones you design yourself. Tucked conveniently on the main level is a half bath, adding everyday comfort and practicality that buyers and tenants alike appreciate. Off the rear of the first floor, just beyond the kitchen, an enclosed patio/deck expands the living space and creates a private retreat for relaxing, dining, or reimagining as a seamless indoor-outdoor extension of the home. Upstairs, three well-proportioned bedrooms provide flexibility for a growing household, home office needs, or rental use. Each room offers good natural light and a layout that makes updates straightforward and impactful. The full hall bathroom is intact and ready for a modern refresh that will instantly elevate both style and value. The basement delivers what savvy buyers look for: storage, laundry, mechanical systems, and room to improve. Gas heat is already in place, and the space offers long-term flexibility whether kept purely functional or enhanced over time. Out back, a rear garage, rear access, and off-street parking add meaningful value in this neighborhood. The driveway setup and alley access are amenities that quietly elevate day-to-day convenience and long-term appeal. This home speaks to buyers who think ahead: Owner occupants ready to customize and build equity. Landlords seeking a long-term buy-and-hold in a stable, high-demand area. Parents or students looking to own instead of rent. The location offers excellent convenience, with nearby SEPTA bus routes and Regional Rail access providing an easy commute to Center City. Shopping, dining, and everyday necessities are close by along Germantown Avenue, at Cedarbrook Plaza, and at Cheltenham Mall. The home is also just minutes from Chestnut Hill and Wyndmoor, offering additional dining, shopping, and green space, with quick access into Montgomery County. Major roadways, including Route 309 and the Schuylkill Expressway (I-76), make travel throughout the city and surrounding suburbs simple and efficient. Bring your vision, bring your plans, and turn this property's potential into a huge payoff. Opportunities like this, in this neighborhood, do not last. Schedule your showing now before it's too late!
Cedarbrook, located between Cheltenham Avenue and Stenton Avenue, is a residential and leafy Philadelphia neighborhood with winding streets and a park-lined edge. Along Stenton Avenue near Washington Lane, the mood concentrates around corner storefronts, takeout counters, and everyday services that keep the corridor in motion. Stone and brick twins and mid-century apartment buildings set a steady architectural rhythm, with mature trees softening the blocks. Cedarbrook Plaza serves as a practical retail anchor, while nearby Awbury Arboretum adds a cultivated green escape. SEPTA’s Chestnut Hill West Line stations at Washington Lane and Stenton knit the neighborhood into the city’s rail map.
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Public facts and zoning for 8602 Rugby St
Beds
3
Baths
1
Sq. Ft.
1,208
Stories
2
Lot Size
1,544 Sq. Ft.
Style
Townhouse
Year Built
1950
Year Renovated
—
County
Philadelphia County
APN
502088800
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 27, 2026.
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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
5/10 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
5 unhealthy days expected this year, 7 days in 30 years
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