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1429 W Ritner Street

Philadelphia, PA 19145

3 beds
2 baths
1,536 sqft
960 sqft lot
$272 per sqft
1920 build

Here is a great opportunity to own a wonderful historic corner property in the lovely South Philadelphia neighborhood of Melrose. The fine brick facade, brownstone arches, and an elaborate cornice wrapping around to the Carlisle Street side beautifully conceal a home that has been updated for modern living while retaining many historic elements both inside and out. Step through the wide front door into an original foyer with tiled walls and floors, illuminated by an antique pendant lamp at night, and double full light doors by day. The foyer opens to a large living area with high ceilings flanked on one side by a painted wood mantle and on the other side by the original staircase. A large south-facing and an east-facing window provide ample natural living room light. Oak flooring with a walnut border extends from the living room through the wide archway into the dining room and right up to the open kitchen at the rear of the house. Beautiful original radiators provide warming radiant heat while a separate AC System provides cool air in the summer months. The dining area is very spacious. Below two east-facing windows is a wall-length window seat with storage cabinets. There is plenty of room for dinner parties for friends and family. A contemporary kitchen with warm walnut-stained cabinets and white Corian countertops wraps around all four sides, including a peninsula with a counter to pull up a couple of stools. There are modern stainless steel appliances. Two windows help keep the natural light flowing through this entire living level. Beyond the kitchen is a private patio ready for your personal touches to create an urban oasis. Upstairs, you will find original pine floors running throughout the floor, three spacious bedrooms, and a hall bath. The primary bedroom at the front of the house has an ensuite full bath plus 12' of closet space. Again, being a corner property, all the rooms are light-filled through the large windows. The basement is large and dry, so great for storage. It is also home to the washer and dryer, as well as a double porcelain utility sink. If you don't know this neighborhood yet, there is so much to explore. It is a short walk from great decades-old purveyors such as Cascia's, Dad's Stuffing, L'Angolo, and Ritner Hardware, as well as being a short walk to the South Philly Food Coop, Cafe Nhan, Ultimo, several good Mexican spots, and the Broad Street Line. This is a gem of a neighborhood and a property that you don't want to miss.

Listing courtesy of BRIGHT / Compass Pennsylvania, LLC

Last checked: Checking… • Last updated Apr 9, 2025 •

MLS# PAPH2465966 —

The Building

Year Built:

1920
Year Built Source:

Assessor
New Construction:

No
Construction Materials:

Masonry
Structure Type:

End of Row/Townhouse
Architectural Style:

Straight Thru
Levels:

2
Main Entrance:

South
Accessibility Features:

None
Foundation Details:

Stone
Basement:

Yes
Basement Type:

Full
Total SqFt Source:

Assessor
Total Below Grade SqFt Source:

Assessor
Above Grade Finished Area Units:

Square Feet
Above Grade Finished SqFt:

1536
Above Grade Finished SqFt Source:

Assessor
Below Grade Finished Area Units:

Square Feet
Below Grade Unfinished Area Units:

Square Feet
Below Grade Finished SqFt Source:

Assessor
Below Grade Unfinished SqFt Source:

Assessor
Tax Total Finished SqFt:

1536

Interior

Interior Features:

Wood Floors, Upgraded Countertops, Kitchen - Eat-In, Floor Plan - Traditional, Dining Area
Room List:

Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Basement, Bathroom 2, Primary Bathroom
Room Count:

8
Flooring Type:

Wood
Fireplace:

No
Living Area SqFt Source:

Assessor

Room Dimensions

Total SqFt:

1536
Living Area SqFt:

1,536 Sqft

Financial & Terms

Sale Type:

Standard
Possession:

Immediate

Location

Directions:

Drive west on W Ritner St, the house is on the right.
Cross Street:

Carlisle
Latitude:

39.92096329
Longitude:

-75.17171478

The Property

Property Type:

Residential
Lot Size Units:

Square Feet
Lot Size Acres:

0.02
Lot Size Source:

Assessor
Lot Size Dimensions:

16.00 x 60.00
Lot Dimensions Source:

Assessor
Lot SqFt:

960 Sqft
Inclusions:

refrigerator, washer, dryer
Zoning:

RSA5
Outdoor Living Structures:

Patio(s)
Other Structures:

Above Grade, Below Grade
Waterview:

No
Waterfront:

No
Water Oriented:

No
Water Access:

No
Navigable Water:

No
Tidal Water:

No
Land Use Code:

O30
Riparian Rights:

No

Listing Agent

Contact info:

Taxes

Tax ID Number:

261024500
Tax Year:

2024
Tax Lot:

110
Tax Annual Amount:

$5,240
Tax Assessed Value:

$374,400
Year Assessed:

2025
School Tax:

2934.0
City/Town Tax:

2305.00
Total Taxes Payment Frequency:

Annually

Beds

Bedrooms:

3
Upper Level Bedrooms:

3
Upper Level 1 Bedrooms:

3

Baths

Total Baths:

2
Full Baths:

2
Upper Level Full Baths:

2
Upper Level Total Baths:

2
Upper Level Total Baths:

2.00
Upper Level Full Baths:

2

Heating & Cooling

Cooling Type:

Central A/C
Central Air:

Yes
Cooling Fuel:

Electric
Heating:

Yes
Heating Type:

Radiator
Heating Fuel:

Natural Gas

Utilities

Sewer/Septic:

Public Sewer
Electric Service:

100 Amp Service
Hot Water:

Natural Gas
Water Source:

Public

Appliances

Appliances:

Dryer, Dishwasher, Oven/Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Washer, Range Hood, Stainless Steel Appliances
Laundry Type:

Basement, Has Laundry

Schools

School District Name:

Philadelphia City
School District Source:

Listing Agent

The Community

Subdivision Name:

Melrose
Senior Community:

No
Exterior Features:

Awning(s)
Pool:

No Pool
HOA:

No
Condo/Coop Association:

No

Parking

Garage:

No
Type of Parking:

On Street

Extra Units

Vacation Rental:

No

Monthly cost estimate

Asking price

$419,000

Expense	Monthly cost
Mortgage	$2,243
Taxes	$436
Insurance	$115
Utilities	$181 See report
Total	$2,975/mo.^*
	^*This is an estimate

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Sale history

Date	Event	Source	Price	% Change
4/9/25 Apr 9, 2025	Sold Subject To Contingencies	BRIGHT	$419,000
4/4/25 Apr 4, 2025	Listed / Active	BRIGHT	$419,000

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This townhouse located in South Philadelphia, Philadelphia, PA 19145 is currently for sale for $419,000. 1429 W Ritner Street is a 1,536 square foot townhouse with 3 beds and 2 baths. 1429 W Ritner Street is in the South Philadelphia neighborhood of Philadelphia and has a WalkScore® of 92, making it a walker’s paradise. This townhouse is in the attendance area of Universal Vare Charter School, Stephen Girard School, and Universal Audenried Charter School.

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