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  • For Sale
  • Active
  • Townhouse
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Full Baths
  • 1 Partial Bath
  • 1,892 Sq. Ft.
  • 1 Car Garage
  • Updated 5 days ago
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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.

Full Property Details for 278 Ripka St

General

  • Price: $495,000
  • Taxes: $5,949 (2025)
  • Status: Active
  • Type: Townhouse
  • Source: BrightMLSPhilly
  • MLS ID: PAPH2573844
  • Updated: 1/12/2026
  • Added to Site: 5 day(s) ago

Interior

  • Rooms/Areas: Living Room, Dining Room, Kitchen, Family Room, Laundry, Storage Room, Half Bath
  • Interior Features: Bathroom - Soaking Tub, Bathroom - Stall Shower, Carpet, Ceiling Fan(s), Combination Dining/Living, Combination Kitchen/Dining, Kitchen - Eat-In, Upgraded Countertops, Walk-in Closet(s), Recessed Lighting
  • Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Washer, Refrigerator, Oven/Range - Gas
  • Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Engineered Wood, Laminate Plank, Tile/Brick

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Upper Floor Baths: 2
  • Upper - Full Baths: 2
  • Main Floor Baths: 1
  • Main - 1/2 Baths: 1

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Bedrooms Upper: 3

Parking

  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Total Spaces: 1
  • Parking Features: Asphalt Driveway, Brick Driveway
  • Parking Type: Off Site, Driveway, Attached Garage
  • Garage Description: Garage - Front Entry, Garage Door Opener

Location

  • Area: 19127 (19127)
  • Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
  • County: PHILADELPHIA
  • Subdivision: MANAYUNK
  • Cross Streets: Sheldon St
  • Driving Directions: From RT 76 east , take Belmont Ave exit turn left, cross bridge , turn left on Main St. turn right on Leverington to left on Silverwood St to left on Hermitage St to left on Sheldon St to left on Ripka St

School Information

  • School District: Philadelphia City

Heating & Cooling

  • Central air: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Heating Type: Forced Air
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Water Heater: Electric

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water: Public

Structural Information

  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Structure Type: End of Row/Townhouse
  • Construction: Frame
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Desc.: Daylight, Full, Partially Finished
  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Walls/Ceilings: Dry Wall
  • Stories Description: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1
  • Square Feet: 1,892
  • Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
  • Living Area: 1,892 Sq. Ft.
  • Finished Above Grnd: 1,892 Sq. Ft.
  • Year Built: 1997
  • Year Built Source: Assessor

Lot Features

  • Lot Size (Acres): 0.06
  • Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 2,643
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Lot Dimensions: 29.00 x 92.00
  • Zoning: RSA5

Financial Considerations

  • Price Per Sq. Ft.: $261.63
  • Assessment Year: 2025
  • School Tax: $3,331
  • City/TownTax: $2,617
  • City/TownTax Freq: Annually
  • County Tax Freq: Annually
  • Tax w/Assessment: $425,000
  • Tax Amount: $5,949
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 1892

Disclosures and Reports

  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Exclusions: smart light bulbs will be replaced
  • Inclusions: washer, dryer and refrigerator
  • Lot Number: 197

Listed by Realty One Group Restore - Collegeville, Paul J Roberto

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Schools serving 278 Ripka St

School District:Philadelphia City School District
NameGradesDistance
Dobson James School
4667 Umbria Street, Philadelphia, PA 19127
K-80.2 mi
Roxborough High School
6498 Ridge Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19128
9-110.4 mi
Disclaimer: School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.

Price & Sales History for 278 Ripka St Get Price Alerts and Save Property

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Details
Price
Change
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1/12/2026
Listed
$495,000
67.8%
MLS
4/19/2016
Sold
$295,000
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Tax History for 278 Ripka St

Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$5,949
—
$425,000
—
2024
$5,949
22%
$425,000
100%
2021
$4,887
-3%
-100%
2023
$5,056
3%
$361,200
3%
2020
$4,887
2%
$349,100
2%
2019
$4,803
30%
$343,100
30%
2018
$3,704
—
$264,600
—
2017
$3,704
—
$264,600
—
2016
$3,704
4%
$264,600
—
2015
$3,546
—
$264,600
—
2014
$3,546
11%
$264,600
710%
2013
$3,192
—
$32,672
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278 Ripka Street, Philadelphia, PA 19127 (MLS# PAPH2573844) is a Townhouse property with 3 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms and 1 partial bathroom. 278 Ripka Street is currently listed for $495,000 and was received on January 12, 2026. Want to learn more about 278 Ripka Street? Do you have questions about finding other Townhouse real estate for sale in Center City East? You can browse all Center City East real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

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