$1,484 Closing Credit¹
#PAPH2451204, Justin N Forte, Listing Office: BAE Realty and Investment Services
$133,900 List price
1255 S Ruby St Philadelphia, PA 19143
$1,590
Closing credit¹
2 beds
1 full
918 sqft
0.02 acres
$146 / sqft
Townhouse
Property details
About 1255 S Ruby St
Kingsessing, close to University of the Sciences and UPenn. Started rehab. Place is ready for your finishes. Basement plastered and painted. Ceiling tiles replaced. All cleaned, including all carpet and cabinets out. Look at instaling new cabs, countertops sink and new tub, toilet, vanity, flooring, paint and see the value increase to 180,000. Keep for rental or flip. Easy in and out. 15’ X 50’, 2-bedroom, full basement, enclosed front porch and fenced in yard town-home. New gas range installed 2023. LLC owning this property has two members with active real estate licenses in PA and NJ.
Highlights
Home typeTownhouse
HeatingRadiant
StatusActive
(ACTIVE)
(ACTIVE)
Size918 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.02 Acres
Year built1925
ParkingOn Street
MLS #PAPH2453008
Summary
- MLS Number: PAPH2453008
- MLS Name: BRIGHT
- Office Name: KW Empower
- Office Phone: (215) 627-3500
- Office Email: vicki@kwempower.com
- Listing Agent: Nathan S Naness
- Agent Phone: (267) 847-9562
- Agent Email: nate@nanessteam.com
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| May 11, 2021 | Home Sold | $55,000 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $49,500 | $692 |
| 2022 | $49,500 | $692 |
| 2021 | $- | $639 |
| 2020 | $45,700 | $639 |
| 2019 | $42,200 | $590 |
| 2018 | $40,800 | $571 |
| 2017 | $40,800 | $571 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
5
Thomas G. Morton School
Public District KG-5
1.2 mi
•2501 S 63rd St
5
Joseph W. Catharine School
Public District KG-5
1.3 mi
•6600 Chester Ave
6
W.B. Evans Elementary School
Public Magnet KG-6
1.5 mi
•900 Baily Rd
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $29,595. The majority of Philadelphia, PA residents have income less than $<35k annually. Most families are single, no kids. Typical level of education for residents in this area is high school diploma.
How much money do the neighbors make?
55%
<35k
42%
35k-100k
3%
100k-200k
0%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
What types of families live nearby?
54%
Single, No Kids
28%
Single, with Kids
11%
Married, No Kids
7%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
17%
<11 yrs old
10%
12-17 yrs old
20%
18-34 yrs old
35%
35-64 yrs old
18%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Pro Boxing
Mexican League Soccer
Where do the neighbors shop?
Burlington
Foot Locker
H&M
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
White Castle
Little Caesars
Boston Market
What do the neighbors drive?
Kia
Dodge
Honda
What do the neighbors listen to?
Urban Adult Contemporary
Rhythmic Contemporary Hits
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 1255 S Ruby St
This home is located at 1255 S Ruby St in Philadelphia, PA and zip code 19143 in the Southwest Philadelphia neighborhood. This 918 square foot home, which was built in 1925, sits on a 0.02 acre lot. Features: 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since March 12, 2025 and is currently priced at $133,900.
In February 2025 more than 154 listings in Philadelphia, PA were sold above the asking price. During the same period more than 166 listings were sold at asking price, while more than 396 were sold below. Between January and February 2025, Philadelphia, PA real estate market has seen increase in the number of listings by 10.7%. While the average time on the market in February 2025 was 59 days, the median list price was $268,469.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.