456 Ripka Street, Philadelphia, PA 19128-3332 $342,500
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Interior Sq. Ft: 1,688
Acreage: 0.03
Age:100 years
Style:
Straight Thru
Subdivision: Roxborough
Design/Type:
End of Row/Townhouse
Description
According to the public record, this house was built in 1925; however, with one glance inside, you realize it's been transported to 2025 and beyond. Fully renovated by the current owner over the last decade, with most improvements completed in 2019, this three-bedroom, one-and-a-half-bath home with a partially finished basement at the end of the row is a gem. Even with walls removed from the first floor to create an open feel, the stairwell creates unique spaces between the front and living room-kitchen areas. With shiplap walls and custom built-ins, thoughtful planning results in a warm, contemporary setting for modern living. From the kitchen featuring an island, stainless steel appliances, and several windows for optimal light, there is access to a cozy backyard with an arbor and a gate to the side street. The second floor features the main bedroom at the front of the house, with a large closet complementing the original storage space of the 1920s. A tree in the small front yard provides plenty of light and privacy from spring to autumn in this room. Carpeting throughout the 2nd-floor creates warmth, comfort, and quiet. The hallway bath has been expanded to accommodate a larger vanity and provide plenty of space for more than one user. In the rear of the house are two smaller bedrooms with plenty of light and adequate closet space. Looking for more room? Most of the space in the basement has been converted for several possible uses: home office, child/adult playroom, or family room. This additional living space is complemented by several closets, including a "coffee nook" with a small refrigerator. The laundry is in the front of the basement and has plenty of room for storage. 456 Ripka Street is one block west of Ridge Ave, with easy access to a new coffee shop, restaurants, gym and brewery, as well as the Roxborough Library and Gorgas Park. With significant recent investment and ongoing development along Ridge Avenue, there is no shortage of activities available for residents of all ages, including Roxtober Fest in the fall and other popular annual events. Ripka Street is known as the best trick-or-treat street in Roxborough/Manayunk. SEPTA bus service on Ridge Ave and the Norristown regional rail line, less than a mile away, provides good access to public transportation. Explore 21st-century living on Ripka Street.
Bedroom 1: Upper 1
Bedroom 2: Upper 1
Dining Room: Main
Living Room: Main
Home Assoc: No
Condo Assoc: No
Basement: Y
Pool: No Pool
Features
Utilities
Hot Water Heating, Natural Gas, Wall Unit Cooling, Window Unit(s) Cooling, Electric, Hot Water - Natural Gas, Public Water, Public Sewer, 100 Amp Service, Circuit Breakers, Basement Laundry
Garage/Parking
On Street
Interior
Built-Ins, Floor Plan - Open, Kitchen - Eat-In, Kitchen - Island, Full Basement, Partially Finished Basement, Carpet Flooring, Dry Wall, Replacement Windows, Storm Doors
Exterior
Stone Foundation, Flat Roof, Masonry, Sidewalks
Lot
Corner Lot, Rear Yard, Rear Fence, Wood Fence, Black Top Road
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Public Elementary (93 schools)
Public Middle (11 schools)
School | District | Grades | Place | Distance |
---|---|---|---|---|
Amy NW | Philadelphia City School District | 6–8 | Philadelphia | 0.48 mi |
Welsh Valley Middle School | Lower Merion School District | 5–8 | Narberth | 1.93 mi |
Bala-Cynwyd Middle School | Lower Merion School District | 5–8 | Bala Cynwyd | 1.95 mi |
Widener Memorial School | Philadelphia City School District | K–12 | Philadelphia | 3.86 mi |
Wagner Gen Louis Middle School | Philadelphia City School District | 6–8 | Philadelphia | 3.99 mi |
Cedarbrook Middle School | Cheltenham School District | 7–8 | Wyncote | 4.47 mi |
Esperanza Cyber Charter School | Esperanza Cyber Charter School | K–12 | Philadelphia | 4.75 mi |
Belmont Charter School | Belmont Charter School | K–12 | Philadelphia | 4.79 mi |
Esperanza Academy Charter School | Esperanza Academy Charter School | K–12 | Philadelphia | 4.81 mi |
Middle Years Alternative | Philadelphia City School District | 6–8 | Philadelphia | 4.91 mi |
Springfield Township Middle School | Springfield Township School District | 6–8 | Oreland | 4.91 mi |
Public High (34 schools)
Private (116 schools)
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This report is a detailed community overview for Philadelphia (19128), Pennsylvania.
Community Quick Facts
- Average travel time to work for people in this community: 32
- Average salary of people in this community: $57,876
Community Summary
- Population Density (ppl / mile): 5,258
- Household Size (ppl): 2.29
- Households w/ Children: 35%
Housing Inventory
- Owned: 9,518 (54.5%)
- Rented: 6,818 (39.0%)
- Vacant: 1,142 (6.5%)
- Total: 17,478
Population Demographics
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Climate and Weather
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Education
Highest Level of Education Attained
- Less than 9th Grade: 1.1%
- Some High School: 4.7%
- High School Graduate: 23.0%
- Some College: 13.8%
- Associate Degree: 6.1%
- Bachelor's Degree: 31.0%
- Graduate Degree: 20.4%
Income by dollar range
Median Income: $74,564
Fair Market Rents
The Fair Market Rents show average gross rent estimates based on figures provided by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).
- Studio: $984
- One Bedroom: $1,129
- Two Bedroom: $1,381
- Three Bedroom: $1,840
- Four Bedroom: $2,175
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