Opportunity Knocks in the Heart of Roxborough! 2 Bedrooms | 1.5 Bathrooms | Bonus Room | Classic Roxborough Row Bring your vision and your paintbrush! Nestled on a quiet, tree-lined street in the highly sought-after Roxborough neighborhood, this solid brick rowhome is the perfect "blank canvas" for anyone looking to build instant equity. Whether you’re a savvy investor or a buyer looking to customize your dream home, this property offers the "good bones" and classic layout you've been searching for. Step into a bright, open living and dining area with high ceilings and original character. The kitchen, located at the rear, offers a functional footprint ready for a modern makeover. Second Level: Features two well-proportioned bedrooms with ample natural light. The primary bedroom offers plenty of closet space, and a bonus room currently being used as a craft/office while the second bedroom is perfect for a guest room or nursery. A full hallway bathroom is ready for your personal touch. Basement: A full, partially finished basement provides excellent storage or the potential for even more finished living space in the future with a half bath! The Location Living in Roxborough means having the best of both worlds: a small-town community feel with big-city accessibility. Outdoor Paradise: Just minutes from the scenic trails of Wissahickon Valley Park and the green spaces of Gorgas Park. Dining & Shopping: Walkable to the vibrant Ridge Avenue corridor, home to local favorites like New Ridge Brewing Co., White Yak, and the legendary cheesesteak rivalry between Dalessandro’s and Chubby’s. Commuter’s Dream: Easy access to Kelly Drive, I-76, and the Ivy Ridge SEPTA Regional Rail station for a quick ride into Center City or out to the suburbs. Investment Potential This home is being sold as-is, allowing you to skip the "flip" premium and invest your budget exactly where you want it. With renovated homes in the immediate area seeing strong appreciation, this is a strategic opportunity to move into one of Philly's safest and most stable neighborhoods at an accessible price point. Don’t miss your chance to own a piece of 19128!
Coming soon 01/17
$280,000
434 Ripka St, Philadelphia, PA 19128
2beds
1,271sqft
Est.:
Townhouse
Built in 1930
1,587 Square Feet Lot
$286,800 Zestimate®
$220/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: January 14, 2026 at 12:22am
Listed by:
Joy Cropper 302-415-5727,
Century 21 Emerald 3027981000
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PAPH2573470
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Hot Water, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Natural Gas
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater
Features
- Basement: Partially Finished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,271
- Total interior livable area: 1,271 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,271
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: None
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 1,587 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14.00 x 110.00
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 212268700
- Zoning: RSA5
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Townhouse
Materials
- Masonry
- Foundation: Stone
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1930
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Roxborough
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Philadelphia
- Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $220/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $294,400
- Annual tax amount: $4,121
- Date on market: 1/17/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
$286,800
$261,000 - $313,000
$1,729/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/21/2017 | Sold | $156,000-7.7%$123/sqft |
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| 8/9/2017 | Pending sale | $169,000$133/sqft |
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| 7/15/2017 | Price change | $169,000-6.1%$133/sqft |
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| 6/17/2017 | Listed for sale | $179,900$142/sqft |
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Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,121 +21% | $294,400 +21% |
| 2024 | $3,407 | $243,400 |
| 2023 | $3,407 +26.6% | $243,400 |
Find assessor info on the county website
BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$1,650/mo
Principal & interest
$1333
Property taxes
$219
Home insurance
$98
Climate risks
Neighborhood: Roxborough
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Dobson James SchoolGrades: K-8Distance: 0.6 mi
- 1/10Roxborough High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.2 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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