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    • Price cut: $5K (6/11)
    $134,900

    1255 S Ruby St, Philadelphia, PA 19143

    1beds
    0baths
    918sqft
    : 
    $878/mo
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    Townhouse
    Built in 1925
    750 Square Feet Lot
    $-- Zestimate®
    $147/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    First-floor bedroomSpacious basementEnclosed front porch
    Opportunity awaits at 1255 S Ruby Street in Philadelphia's growing Kingsessing neighborhood. This partially renovated property has been redesigned from a 2-bedroom to a 3-bedroom home, including a first-floor bedroom. Improvements already completed include interior demolition, framing, new second-floor bathroom plumbing, a new bathtub and drain lines, and an expanded basement stair opening. The spacious basement offers excellent potential for additional finished living space. Additional features include an enclosed front porch, concrete front yard, and concrete rear yard. Conveniently located near University City, UPenn, Drexel University, major hospitals, public transportation, shopping, dining, parks, and Center City Philadelphia. Ideal for investors, contractors, or owner-occupants looking to add value in a rapidly developing area. Easy to show. Seller is a licensed Pennsylvania real estate agent. Terms negotiable.
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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Nathan S Naness 267-847-9562,

    KW Empower 215-627-3500,

    Co-Listing Agent: Ruti Gov Naness 609-506-8309,

    KW Empower

    Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PAPH2453008MLS Logo

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 1
      • Bathrooms: 0
      Rooms
      • Room types: Living Room, Dining Room, Kitchen, Basement, Breakfast Room, Bedroom 1, Bonus Room
      Bedroom 1
      • Level: Lower
      Basement
      • Level: Lower
      Bonus room
      • Level: Main
      Breakfast room
      • Level: Main
      Dining room
      • Level: Main
      Kitchen
      • Level: Main
      Living room
      • Level: Main
      Heating
      • Radiator, Natural Gas
      Cooling
      • None
      Appliances
      • Included: Gas Water Heater
      Features
      • Basement: Full,Unfinished
      • Has fireplace: No
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 918
      • Total interior livable area: 918 sqft
      • Finished area above ground: 918
      • Finished area below ground: 0

      Property

      Parking
      • Parking features: On Street
      • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
      Accessibility
      • Accessibility features: None
      Features
      • Levels: Two
      • Stories: 2
      • Pool features: None
      Lot
      • Size: 750 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 15.00 x 50.00
      Details
      • Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
      • Parcel number: 511243800
      • Zoning: RSA5
      • Special conditions: Standard

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: Townhouse
      • Architectural style: Traditional
      • Property subtype: Townhouse
      Materials
      • Masonry
      • Foundation: Brick/Mortar, Stone
      • Roof: Flat
      Condition
      • Average
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1925

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Public

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Subdivision: Kingsessing
      HOA
      • Has HOA: No
      Location
      • Region: Philadelphia
      • Municipality: PHILADELPHIA

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $147/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $111,900
      • Annual tax amount: $1,566
      • Date on market: 3/12/2025
      • Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
      • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan,FHA 203(k)
      • Ownership: Fee Simple

        Estimated market value

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        Estimated sales range

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        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        6/11/2026Price change$134,900-3.6%$147/sqft
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        5/1/2026Listed for sale$139,900+18.6%$152/sqft
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        3/9/2026Listing removed$118,000+13.6%$129/sqft
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        1/29/2026Price change$103,900-7.1%$113/sqft
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        1/19/2026Price change$111,900-5.2%$122/sqft
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        1/5/2026Price change$118,000+24.3%$129/sqft
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        12/10/2025Price change$94,900+8%$103/sqft
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        12/5/2025Listed for sale$87,900+4.8%$96/sqft
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        11/17/2025Contingent$83,900$91/sqft
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        11/4/2025Price change$83,900-8.7%$91/sqft
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        10/9/2025Price change$91,900-8%$100/sqft
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        9/8/2025Price change$99,900-9.1%$109/sqft
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        7/2/2025Price change$109,900-6.8%$120/sqft
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        5/20/2025Price change$117,900-4.8%$128/sqft
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        5/5/2025Price change$123,900-7.3%$135/sqft
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        3/18/2025Price change$133,700-0.1%$146/sqft
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        3/12/2025Listed for sale$133,900+0.8%$146/sqft
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        3/16/2024Listing removed--
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        12/27/2023Listed for sale$132,900+5.6%$145/sqft
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        11/18/2023Listing removed--
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        10/10/2023Price change$125,900-4.5%$137/sqft
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        5/17/2023Listed for sale$131,900+139.8%$144/sqft
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        4/16/2023Listing removed--
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        5/11/2021Sold$55,000-26.7%$60/sqft
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        3/3/2021Pending sale$75,000$82/sqft
        Source: Bright MLS #PAPH991626 Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$1,566 +126.1%$111,900 +126.1%
        2024$693 $49,500
        2023$693 +8.3%$49,500
        2022$640 --
        2021$640 +8.3%--
        2018$591 --
        2017$591 +3.4%--
        2016$571 --
        2015$571 --
        2014$571 +36.6%$31,200 +450.8%
        2012$418 $5,664
        2011-- $5,664
        2010-- $5,664
        2009-- $5,664
        2008-- $5,664
        2007-- $5,664
        2006-- $5,664
        2005-- $5,664
        2004-- $5,664
        2003-- $5,664 +60.9%
        2002-- $3,520
        2000-- $3,520
        1999-- $3,520
        Find assessor info on the county website

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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: Kingesessing

        Getting around

        76 / 100
        Very Walkable
        76 / 100
        Excellent Transit
        84 / 100
        Very Bikeable

        Nearby schools

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        • District: The School District Of Philadelphia

        Source: Bright MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.

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