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$134,900
Monthly Est:$671
1 Bed
-- Bath
918sqft
1255 S Ruby St, Philadelphia, PA 19143
$134,900
$671/moEst:
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Townhouse
Built in 1925
$-- HOA
750 sqft lot
$147/sq.ft
Description
Opportunity awaits at 1255 S Ruby Street in Philadelphia's growing Kingsessing neighborhood. This partially renovated property has been redesigned from a 2-bedroom to a 3-bedroom home, including a first-floor bedroom. Improvements already completed include interior demolition, framing, new second-floor bathroom plumbing, a new bathtub and drain lines, and an expanded basement stair opening. The spacious basement offers excellent potential for additional finished living space. Additional features include an enclosed front porch, concrete front yard, and concrete rear yard. Conveniently located near University City, UPenn, Drexel University, major hospitals, public transportation, shopping, dining, parks, and Center City Philadelphia. Ideal for investors, contractors, or owner-occupants looking to add value in a rapidly developing area. Easy to show. Seller is a licensed Pennsylvania real estate agent. Terms negotiable.
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- Listing updated: October 2, 2026 at 5:36 pm
- Listing Provided by: Nathan S Naness (267) 847-9562 , Ruti Gov Naness (609) 506-8309 | KW Empower (215) 627-3500
- Source: Bright MLS-NJ | MLS#: PAPH2453008
Property Details
Status
Active
Type
Townhouse
No. of Stories
-
County
City
Neighborhood
Year Built
1925
HOA Fees
-
Finished Area
918 sqft
Lot Size
750 sqft lot
Basement Area
- sqft
MLS Name
Bright MLS
MLS Number
PAPH2453008
MLS Status
ACTIVE-BRIGHT
Days on Market
495
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Location
Facts & Features
Rooms
Bedrooms & bathrooms
Bedroom: 1
Bathroom: --
Interior
Heating
Radiator
Sewer
Public Sewer
Cooling
None
Construction
Year Built
Year Built: 1925
Home type
Townhouse
Property Condition
Average
Roof
Flat
Architectural Style
Traditional
Construction Materials
Masonry
Foundation Details
Brick/mortar, Stone
Utilities & Energy
Basement
Full, Unfinished
Water Source
Public
Other Features
Subdivision Name
Kingsessing
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
05/01/2026 Source: | Listed for Sale | $139,900 +3.71% $152/sqft |
05/01/2026 Source: | Price Increased | $134,900 +29.84% $147/sqft |
01/29/2026 Source: | Off Market | $103,900 -7.15% $113/sqft |
01/19/2026 Source: | Price Decreased | $111,900 -5.17% $122/sqft |
01/05/2026 Source: | Price Increased | $118,000 +34.24% $129/sqft |
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