Welcome to 278 Ripka Street, a small little area of Ripka with no through traffic. This modern brick and vinyl townhouse features off street parking and a 1 car attached garage. Enter from the covered front porch into a large open living room / dining room with gas fireplace. Through the dining area is the large kitchen that features a tile backsplash over granite counter tops, hardwood floors and a slider to an elevated deck with a view for miles. The kitchen also has a stainless-steel gas range, refrigerator and dishwasher. There is a convenient powder room and guest closet too. The second floor is where you will find the 3 bedrooms. The main bedroom has a ceiling fan and 2 walk in closets. the other bedrooms have ample closet space. The main bedroom bath was renovated and was a soaking tub, double vanity and glass shower stall. The hall bath has ceramic tile tub surround and floor. In the second floor hall is a convenient laundry closet and includes the washer and gas dryer. The basement has a finished recreation room with a door to the rear yard. there is also a large storage area which could be finished for additional living area or in home office. The sellers are including a 1 year home warranty.
Sold for $478,000
$478,000
278 Ripka St, Philadelphia, PA 19127
3beds
1,892sqft
Townhouse
Built in 1997
2,643 Square Feet Lot
$485,900 Zestimate®
$253/sqft
$3,010 Estimated rent
Home value
$485,900
$462,000 - $510,000
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: March 30, 2026 at 05:02pm
Listed by:
Paul Roberto 610-804-3218,
Realty One Group Restore - Collegeville
Bought with:
Abe Haupt, RS298948
Elfant Wissahickon-Chestnut Hill
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PAPH2573844
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Dining room
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Fireplace - Gas
- Level: Main
Family room
- Level: Lower
Half bath
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Features: Dining Area, Flooring - Wood
- Level: Main
Laundry
- Level: Upper
Living room
- Features: Flooring - Laminate Plank
- Level: Main
Storage room
- Level: Lower
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Microwave, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Washer, Refrigerator, Oven/Range - Gas, Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: Laundry Room
Features
- Soaking Tub, Bathroom - Stall Shower, Ceiling Fan(s), Combination Dining/Living, Combination Kitchen/Dining, Eat-in Kitchen, Upgraded Countertops, Walk-In Closet(s), Recessed Lighting, Dry Wall
- Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Engineered Wood, Laminate, Tile/Brick
- Basement: Full,Partially Finished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,892
- Total interior livable area: 1,892 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,892
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Garage Faces Front, Garage Door Opener, Asphalt, Driveway, Off Site, Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 2,643 sqft
- Dimensions: 29.00 x 92.00
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 211417320
- Zoning: RSA5
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Townhouse
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1997
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Philadelphia
- Subdivision: Manayunk
- Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/30/2026 | Sold | $478,000-3.4%$253/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #PAPH2573844 Report a problem | ||
| 2/4/2026 | Contingent | $495,000$262/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2573844 Report a problem | ||
| 1/12/2026 | Listed for sale | $495,000+67.8%$262/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2573844 Report a problem | ||
| 6/3/2016 | Sold | $295,000$156/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 3/13/2016 | Listed for sale | $295,000+19.7%$156/sqft |
Source: Elfant Wissahickon-Chestnut Hill #6747990 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,949 +17.7% | $425,000 +17.7% |
| 2024 | $5,056 | $361,200 |
| 2023 | $5,056 +3.5% | $361,200 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Manayunk
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Dobson James SchoolGrades: K-8Distance: 0.2 mi
- 1/10Roxborough High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.4 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Philadelphia City
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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Estimated market value
$485,900
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