$249,000 - $425,000
RENTED JUN 8, 2025

5238 Ridge Ave Philadelphia, PA 19128

Roxborough Neighborhood
3 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,418 Sq Ft
$234 Price per Sq Ft

Last Sold October 11, 2016

Last sale price $160,000 $113 Per Sq Ft

Est. 107% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $2,062/month

About This Home

As of June 2025

Beautifully renovated 3-bedroom, 1.5-bathroom home featuring an upgraded kitchen with brand-new appliances, fresh paint, and hardwood flooring throughout. Conveniently located with a quick commute to Center City and University City, and easy access to public transportation.

Last Agent to Rent the Property

Jeffrey Mai

Canaan Realty Investment Group Listed on: 05/04/2025

Last Renter's Agent

Alona Richardson

OCF Realty LLC - Philadelphia License #RS357606

OCF Realty LLC - Philadelphia

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,133

Year Built

  • Built in 1930

Lot Details

  • 1,476 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 18.00 x 81.00

Parking

  • On-Street Parking

Home Design

  • AirLite
  • Stone Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,418 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 2 Levels
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Main Level Bedrooms

Utilities

  • Cooling System Mounted In Outer Wall Opening
  • Hot Water Heating System
  • Natural Gas Water Heater
  • Public Septic

Listing and Financial Details

  • Residential Lease
  • Security Deposit $2,500
  • 12-Month Min and 24-Month Max Lease Term
  • Available 5/4/25
  • Assessor Parcel Number 212213900

Community Details

Overview

  • Roxborough Subdivision

Pet Policy

  • Pets allowed on a case-by-case basis

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,133

Year Built

Built in 1930

Lot Details

0

Rental Info

  • Date Available: 2025-05-04
  • Pets: Case By Case Basis
  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Security Deposit: 2500.00
  • Vacation Rental: No
  • Max Lease in Months: 24
  • Min Lease in Months: 12
  • Rent Spree Online Application: No

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential Lease
  • Structure Type: Interior Row/Townhouse
  • Architectural Style: Airlite
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main
  • Year Built: 1930
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: Yes
  • Remarks Public: Beautifully renovated 3-bedroom, 1.5-bathroom home featuring an upgraded kitchen with brand-new appliances, fresh paint, and hardwood flooring throughout. Conveniently located with a quick commute to Center City and University City, and easy access to public transportation.
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: No
  • Foundation Details: Other
  • Levels Count: 2
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Full
  • Total Sq Ft: 1418
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1418
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 1.62
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1418
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 5238

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Half Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Construction Materials: Stone
  • 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: Wall Unit
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Hot Water
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Septic, Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Senior Community: No

Schools

  • School District: PHILADELPHIA CITY
  • School District Key: 803408593408
  • School District Source: Listing Agent

Lot Info

  • Land Use Code: O38
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.03
  • Lot Dimensions: 18.00 x 81.00
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 1476.00
  • Zoning: RSA5

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 212213900
  • Tax Total Finished Sq Ft: 1418
  • Close Date: 06/08/2025

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: PHILADELPHIA CITY

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 13, 2016
Closed on
Oct 11, 2016
Sold by
Roberts Alan J and Roberts Susan D
Bought by
Mai Charles and Wang Fang Hsin
Seller's Agent
Arleen Romano
Century 21 All Elite Inc-Brookhaven
Buyer's Agent
Jonathan Batty
Keller Williams Realty Devon-Wayne
List Price
$215,000
Sold Price
$160,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$55,000
-25.58%
Current Estimated Value
$331,171

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$171,171
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.07%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 9, 1995
Sold by
Roberts Alan J and Roberts Susan D
Bought by
Roberts Alan J and Roberts Susan D
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Mai Charles $160,000 None Available
Roberts Alan J -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Roberts Alan J $100,000
Previous Owner Roberts Alan J $25,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/08/2025 06/08/25 Rented $2,300 0.0% --
06/06/2025 06/06/25 Under Contract -- -- --
05/13/2025 05/13/25 Price Changed $2,300 -8.0% $2 / Sq Ft
05/04/2025 05/04/25 For Rent $2,500 0.0% --
10/11/2016 10/11/16 Sold $160,000 -5.9% $113 / Sq Ft
08/26/2016 08/26/16 Pending -- -- --
08/22/2016 08/22/16 Price Changed $170,000 -15.0% $120 / Sq Ft
08/02/2016 08/02/16 Price Changed $200,000 -7.0% $141 / Sq Ft
04/13/2016 04/13/16 For Sale $215,000 -- $152 / Sq Ft
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 $3,133 $265,000 $53,000 $212,000
2024 $3,133 $265,000 $53,000 $212,000
2023 $3,133 $223,800 $44,760 $179,040
2022 $2,655 $223,800 $44,760 $179,040
2021 $2,655 $0 $0 $0
2020 $2,655 $0 $0 $0
2019 $2,611 $0 $0 $0
2018 $2,478 $0 $0 $0
2017 $2,510 $0 $0 $0
2016 $2,090 $0 $0 $0
2015 $17,519 $0 $0 $0
2014 -- $179,300 $27,003 $152,297
2012 -- $17,312 $3,739 $13,573
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Jeffrey Mai

    Landlord's Agent in 2025

    Jeffrey Mai

    Canaan Realty Investment Group

    (267) 226-6082

    26 Total Sales

    Jeffrey Mai
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  • Alona Richardson

    Tenant's Agent in 2025

    Alona Richardson

    OFC Realty

    (267) 331-3411

    2 in this area

    54 Total Sales

    Alona Richardson
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  • Arleen Romano

    Seller's Agent in 2016

    Arleen Romano

    Century 21 All Elite Inc-Brookhaven

    (610) 659-1761

    16 Total Sales

    Arleen Romano
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    Buyer's Agent in 2016

    Jonathan Batty

    Keller Williams Realty Devon-Wayne

    (610) 809-4875

    1 in this area

    75 Total Sales

    Jonathan Batty
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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: PAPH2478470

Bright MLS

APN: 212213900

Pennsylvania Philadelphia County Philadelphia 19128 Roxborough

5238 Ridge Ave, Philadelphia, PA

This home is located at 5238 Ridge Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19128 since 04 May 2025 and is currently priced at $331,171. This property was built in 1930. 5238 Ridge Ave is a home located in Philadelphia County with nearby schools including Cook-Wissahickon School, Roxborough High School, and St. John the Baptist School.

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