$273,000 - $303,307
RENTED APR 25, 2025
3 Beds
1 Bath
1,064 Sq Ft
$270 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Open Floorplan
  • Wood Flooring
  • No HOA
  • Midcentury Modern Architecture
  • Sun or Florida Room
  • 3-minute walk to Gorgas Park

About This Home

As of April 2025

WELCOME HOME to 428 Ripka St! This lovingly cared for, 3 bedroom, 1 bath end of row on a quiet street in Roxborough. The landscaped front garden leads to the enclosed porch comprised of 3 walls of windows which swing open in the warm weather to let the sun and air in! Enter through the front door into the large open plan living/dining room, featuring original hardwood floors and trim, a vintage faux fireplace mantel, chair rail, soothing paint colors, and ceiling fans. Adjacent is the lovely retro kitchen featuing a large pantry and modern amenities such as a gas range, microwave, and dishwasher. Go through the back door to your fenced in oasis, with mature trees and plantings, feel free to add your own! The yard is perfect for small to medium dogs, which are welcome (cats too! Any other pets - just ask!) Up the original craftsman style staircase, you will find 3 bedrooms, all with original wood floors, fresh paint, closets and ceiling fans. The front bedroom features a bay window, and is the largest, the other two bedrooms are large enough to accomodate full beds. The bathroom features vintage tile and a new vanity, and is in impeccable condition. Easy street parking, and extremely walkable - 1 block to Gorgas Park, Roxborough HS track, Alex's Pizza, Planet Fitness, the library, several bus routes, and many other amenities on Ridge Avenue. .6 miles to Main Street, the Wissahickon Train Station, and Manayunk Train Station. Less than a mile to the Belmont and Ridge Ave entrances to 76. The potential tenant(s) should have 650 credit score, no major background issues, and no evictions or judgements. Come see 428 Ripka today!

Last Agent to Rent the Property

KATE EVANS

McCarthy Real Estate License #RS337514 Listed on: 04/03/2025

Last Renter's Agent

Savannah Lehman

Very Good Real Estate Co. License #RS370627

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,080

Year Built

  • Built in 1955

Lot Details

  • 1,650 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 15.00 x 110.00

Parking

  • On-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Midcentury Modern Architecture
  • Craftsman Architecture
  • Stone Foundation
  • Masonry

Interior Spaces

  • 1,064 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 2 Levels
  • Open Floorplan
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Replacement Windows
  • Double Hung Windows
  • Bay Window
  • Window Screens
  • Combination Dining and Living Room
  • Sun or Florida Room
  • Wood Flooring
  • Unfinished Basement

Kitchen

  • Gas Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom
  • Bathtub with Shower

Laundry

  • Gas Dryer
  • Washer

Utilities

  • Window Unit Cooling System
  • Hot Water Heating System
  • Natural Gas Water Heater

Listing and Financial Details

  • Residential Lease
  • Security Deposit $2,250
  • Tenant pays for common area maintenance, cooking fuel, cable TV, electricity, frozen waterpipe damage, gas, heat, hot water, insurance, internet, light bulbs/filters/fuses/alarm care, minor interior maintenance, pest control, snow removal, trash removal, utilities - some
  • The owner pays for sewer, sewer maintenance, water
  • Rent includes water
  • No Smoking Allowed
  • 12-Month Lease Term
  • Available 4/5/25
  • Assessor Parcel Number 212268300

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Roxborough Subdivision

Pet Policy

  • Pet Size Limit
  • Pet Deposit Required
  • $50 Monthly Pet Rent
  • Dogs and Cats Allowed

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,080

Year Built

Built in 1955

Lot Details

0

Rental Info

  • Date Available: 2025-04-05
  • Monthly Pet Rent: 50.00
  • Owner Pays: Sewer, Sewer Maintenance, Water
  • Pets: Cats Ok, Dogs Ok, Pet Addendum/Deposit, Size/Weight Restriction
  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Rent Includes: Water
  • Security Deposit: 2250.00
  • Smoking Allowed Yn: No
  • Tenant Pays: Common Area Maintenance, Cooking Fuel, Cable Tv, Electricity, Frozen Waterpipe Damage, Gas, Heat, Hot Water, Insurance, Internet, Light Bulbs/Filters/Fuses/Alarm Care, Minor Interior Maintenance, Pest Control, Snow Removal, Trash Removal, Utilities - Some
  • Vacation Rental: No
  • Max Lease in Months: 12
  • Min Lease in Months: 12
  • Rent Spree Online Application: Yes

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential Lease
  • Structure Type: End Of Row/Townhouse
  • Architectural Style: Craftsman, Mid-Century Modern
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main, Upper 1
  • Year Built: 1955
  • Remarks Public: WELCOME HOME to 428 Ripka St! This lovingly cared for, 3 bedroom, 1 bath end of row on a quiet street in Roxborough. The landscaped front garden leads to the enclosed porch comprised of 3 walls of windows which swing open in the warm weather to let the sun and air in! Enter through the front door into the large open plan living/dining room, featuring original hardwood floors and trim, a vintage faux fireplace mantel, chair rail, soothing paint colors, and ceiling fans. Adjacent is the lovely retro kitchen featuing a large pantry and modern amenities such as a gas range, microwave, and dishwasher. Go through the back door to your fenced in oasis, with mature trees and plantings, feel free to add your own! The yard is perfect for small to medium dogs, which are welcome (cats too! Any other pets - just ask!) Up the original craftsman style staircase, you will find 3 bedrooms, all with original wood floors, fresh paint, closets and ceiling fans. The front bedroom features a bay window, and is the largest, the other two bedrooms are large enough to accomodate full beds. The bathroom features vintage tile and a new vanity, and is in impeccable condition. Easy street parking, and extremely walkable - 1 block to Gorgas Park, Roxborough HS track, Alex's Pizza, Planet Fitness, the library, several bus routes, and many other amenities on Ridge Avenue. .6 miles to Main Street, the Wissahickon Train Station, and Manayunk Train Station. Less than a mile to the Belmont and Ridge Ave entrances to 76. The potential tenant(s) should have 650 credit score, no major background issues, and no evictions or judgements. Come see 428 Ripka today!
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Dryer - Gas, Microwave, Oven/Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Interior Amenities: Bathroom - Tub Shower, Ceiling Fan(s), Combination Dining/Living, Dining Area, Floor Plan - Open, Pantry, Wood Floors
  • Window Features: Double Hung, Bay/Bow, Replacement, Screens
  • Fireplace: No
  • Foundation Details: Stone
  • Levels Count: 2
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Bedroom 1, Sun/Florida Room
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Unfinished
  • Total Sq Ft: 1064
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1064
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 1.97
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1064
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 428

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level Full Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Construction Materials: Masonry
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: No
  • Type Of Parking: On Street

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: No
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Ceiling Fan(s), Window Unit(s)
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Hot Water
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Condo Co-Op Association: No
  • HOA: No
  • Senior Community: No
  • Association Recreation Fee: No

Schools

  • School District: PHILADELPHIA CITY
  • School District Key: 803408593408
  • School District Source: 3rd Party

Lot Info

  • Land Use Code: O30
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.04
  • Lot Dimensions: 15.00 x 110.00
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 1650.00
  • Zoning: RSA5

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 212268300
  • Tax Total Finished Sq Ft: 1064
  • Close Date: 04/25/2025

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: PHILADELPHIA CITY

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 3, 2025
Closed on
May 5, 2025
Sold by
Glenn Janice
Bought by
Roberts Robin and Roberts Nora
Seller's Agent
KATE EVANS
McCarthy Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Savannah Lehman
Very Good Real Estate Co.
Sold Price
$2,150
Views
46
Current Estimated Value
$282,161

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$280,011

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 29, 2021
Sold by
Smith and Janice
Bought by
Glenn Janice

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 2, 2007
Sold by
Smith Kevin and Glenn Janice
Bought by
Smith Kevin and Glenn Janice

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 1, 2006
Sold by
Schoonmaker Sharon and Estate Of David W Craig
Bought by
Smith Kevin and Glenn Janice
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Roberts Robin -- None Listed On Document
Glenn Janice $194,954 Bernick Adam S
Smith Kevin $29,286 None Available
Smith Kevin $160,000 T A Title Insurance Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Roberts Nora $110,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
04/25/2025 04/25/25 Rented $2,150 +2.4% --
04/08/2025 04/08/25 Price Changed $2,100 -6.7% $2 / Sq Ft
04/03/2025 04/03/25 For Rent $2,250 -- --
Source: Bright MLS

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $3,080 $259,500 $51,900 $207,600
2024 $3,080 $259,500 $51,900 $207,600
2023 $3,080 $220,000 $44,000 $176,000
2022 $1,921 $175,000 $44,000 $131,000
2021 $2,550 $0 $0 $0
2020 $2,550 $0 $0 $0
2019 $2,507 $0 $0 $0
2018 $1,893 $0 $0 $0
2017 $2,312 $0 $0 $0
2016 $1,893 $0 $0 $0
2015 $1,812 $0 $0 $0
2014 -- $165,200 $31,515 $133,685
2012 -- $17,888 $1,948 $15,940
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: PAPH2465556

Bright MLS

APN: 212268300