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Property Description
* * * MULTIPLE OFFERS RECEIVED - Offer Deadline 1/13/26 by 5 PM * * * ARV $299,000-$330,000. Welcome to 8602 Rugby Street, a solid brick rowhome tucked into the heart of Cedarbrook / Mt. Airy. This is the kind of house that invites vision, rewards action, and lets you create & write the next chapter for this property. Step inside and envision your design immediately. The main living area is generously sized, filled with natural light, and offers a layout that works equally well for traditional living or a more modern flow. Just beyond, the dining area creates a natural gathering point for everyday meals or future entertaining. The kitchen is functional and ready for transformation, offering a blank canvas for buyers who understand that the most valuable upgrades are the ones you design yourself. Tucked conveniently on the main level is a half bath, adding everyday comfort and practicality that buyers and tenants alike appreciate. Off the rear of the first floor, just beyond the kitchen, an enclosed patio/deck expands the living space and creates a private retreat for relaxing, dining, or reimagining as a seamless indoor-outdoor extension of the home. Upstairs, three well-proportioned bedrooms provide flexibility for a growing household, home office needs, or rental use. Each room offers good natural light and a layout that makes updates straightforward and impactful. The full hall bathroom is intact and ready for a modern refresh that will instantly elevate both style and value. The basement delivers what savvy buyers look for: storage, laundry, mechanical systems, and room to improve. Gas heat is already in place, and the space offers long-term flexibility whether kept purely functional or enhanced over time. Out back, a rear garage, rear access, and off-street parking add meaningful value in this neighborhood. The driveway setup and alley access are amenities that quietly elevate day-to-day convenience and long-term appeal. This home speaks to buyers who think ahead: Owner occupants ready to customize and build equity. Landlords seeking a long-term buy-and-hold in a stable, high-demand area. Parents or students looking to own instead of rent. The location offers excellent convenience, with nearby SEPTA bus routes and Regional Rail access providing an easy commute to Center City. Shopping, dining, and everyday necessities are close by along Germantown Avenue, at Cedarbrook Plaza, and at Cheltenham Mall. The home is also just minutes from Chestnut Hill and Wyndmoor, offering additional dining, shopping, and green space, with quick access into Montgomery County. Major roadways, including Route 309 and the Schuylkill Expressway (I-76), make travel throughout the city and surrounding suburbs simple and efficient. Bring your vision, bring your plans, and turn this property's potential into a huge payoff. Opportunities like this, in this neighborhood, do not last. Schedule your showing now before it's too late!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 8602 Rugby St
General
- Sold For: $189,900
- Taxes: $3,195 (2025)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Townhouse
- Source: BrightMLSPhilly
- MLS ID: PAPH2570386
- Added to Site: 65 day(s) ago
Interior
- Interior Features: Bathroom - Tub Shower, Carpet, Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Area, Kitchen - Eat-In, Skylight(s), Other
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Half Bathrooms: 1
- Upper Floor Baths: 1
- Upper - Full Baths: 1
- 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 Type: Attached Garage, On Street
- Garage Description: Garage - Rear Entry, Built In, Basement Garage
Location
- Area: 19150 (19150)
- Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
- County: PHILADELPHIA
- Subdivision: MT AIRY
- Driving Directions: Take Broad St (611) to Stenton Ave. Turn W on Stenton Ave. Turn R on Ivy Hill Rd. Turn R on Rugby St to 8602 Rugby St.
School Information
- School District: Philadelphia City
Heating & Cooling
- Central air: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central A/C
- Cooling Fuel: Other
- Heating Type: Hot Water
- Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
- Water Heater: Natural Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Other
- Structure Type: Interior Row/Townhouse
- Construction: Masonry
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Other
- Foundation: Block
- Stories Description: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1
- Square Feet: 1,208
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Living Area: 1,208 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 1,208 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1950
- Year Built Source: Assessor
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.04
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 1,544
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Lot Dimensions: 16.00 x 96.00
- Zoning: RSA5
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $161.42
- Assessment Year: 2025
- School Tax: $1,789
- City/TownTax: $1,406
- City/TownTax Freq: Annually
- County Tax Freq: Annually
- Tax w/Assessment: $228,300
- Tax Amount: $3,195
- Tax Year: 2025
- Terms: Standard Sale
- Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 1208
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Lot Number: 235
Listed by HomeSmart Realty Advisors, Andre Richardson
Sold by Mega Realty, LLC, Joshua R Ringgold
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Schools
Schools serving 8602 Rugby St
School District:Philadelphia City School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Mccloskey John F School 8500 Pickering Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19150 | K-8 | 0.4 mi |
King Martin Luther High School 6100 Stenton Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19138 | 9-12 | 1.7 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 8602 Rugby St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
2/09/2026
Sold
$189,900
-2.62%
MLS
1/01/2026
Listed
$195,000
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MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
8602 Rugby Street, Philadelphia, PA 19150 (MLS# PAPH2570386) is a Townhouse property that was sold at $189,900 on February 09, 2026. Want to learn more about 8602 Rugby Street? Do you have questions about finding other Townhouse real estate for sale in Philadelphia? You can browse all Philadelphia real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

