1255 S Ruby St, Philadelphia, PA, 19143
About This Home
Great location 1255 S Ruby St, Philadelphia, PA 19143 Value-Add Investment Opportunity Near University City Located just minutes from University City and University of Pennsylvania, this 2-bedroom, 1-bath home in the Kingsessing neighborhood offers an excellent value-add opportunity for investors, contractors, or buyers looking to renovate and build equity. Renovation work has already begun, with substantial preparation completed—making this an ideal finish-and-profit project with strong rental or resale potential. The property’s proximity to major universities, employment centers, and transportation routes supports consistent long-term housing demand. Work Already Completed Full basement parged, plastered, painted, and cleaned Ceiling tiles replaced with freshly painted tracks Carpets and blinds removed for renovation prep Heating system installed with a newer hot water tank New stove installed (2022) Remaining Improvements The next owner can complete the project by: Installing a kitchen and refrigerator Adding new flooring Completing interior paint Updating or refinishing the existing tub and surround This straightforward renovation makes the property ideal for: Fix-and-flip investors Buy-and-hold rental investors Owner-occupants completing a live-in renovation Additional Features Enclosed front porch Concrete front yard Concrete rear yard Easy to show The seller is a licensed real estate agent and open to negotiation. This is a great opportunity to acquire a property in a location with strong growth potential near University City.
Getting Around
Very Walkable
Excellent Transit
Very BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Property condition: Average
- Year built: 1925
Materials
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar,Stone
- Roof: Flat
- Construction materials: Masonry
Type & Style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subType: Townhouse
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Gas Water Heater
Basement
- Level: Lower
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Full,Unfinished
Bedroom1
- Level: Lower
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
Bonus Room
- Level: Main
Breakfast Room
- Level: Main
Dining Room
- Level: Main
Features
- Finished area below ground: 0
- Finished area above ground: 918
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Radiator,Natural Gas
- Cooling features: None
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 918
- Total interior livable area: 918 sqft
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Living Room
- Level: Main
Property
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Details
- Parcel number: 511243800
- Zoning: RSA5
- Special condition: Standard
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Lot size: 750 sqft
- Lot size dimensions: 15.00 x 50.00
Parking
- Parking features: On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Heat Wave
- Cold Wave
- Earthquake
- Inland Flooding
- Winter Weather
- Tsunami
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters Across Pennsylvania Counties
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $682 | $8,184 |
| Home Insurance * | $45 | $540 |
| Property Taxes | $138 | $1,656 |
| Electricity | $224 | $2,692 |
| Total | $1,089 | $13,068 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Pennsylvania FAIR Plan Programs
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Wildfire
Hail
WindHow Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
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Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
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Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-05-01 | Listed for sale | $139,900 |
| 2026-03-09 | Listing removed | $118,000 |
| 2026-01-29 | Price change | $103,900 |
| 2026-01-19 | Price change | $111,900 |
| 2026-01-05 | Price change | $118,000 |
| 2025-12-10 | Price change | $94,900 |
| 2025-12-05 | Listed for sale | $87,900 |
| 2025-11-17 | Contingent | $83,900 |
| 2025-11-04 | Price change | $83,900 |
| 2025-10-09 | Price change | $91,900 |
| 2025-09-08 | Price change | $99,900 |
| 2025-07-02 | Price change | $109,900 |
| 2025-05-20 | Price change | $117,900 |
| 2025-05-05 | Price change | $123,900 |
| 2025-03-18 | Price change | $133,700 |
| 2025-03-12 | Listed for sale | $133,900 |
| 2024-03-16 | Listing removed | -- |
| 2023-12-27 | Listed for sale | $132,900 |
| 2023-11-18 | Listing removed | -- |
| 2023-10-10 | Price change | $125,900 |
| 2023-05-17 | Listed for sale | $131,900 |
| 2023-04-16 | Listing removed | -- |
| 2021-05-11 | Sold | $55,000 |
| 2021-03-03 | Pending sale | $75,000 |
| 2021-03-02 | Listed for sale | $75,000 |
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