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245 N Ruby St, Philadelphia, PA, 19139

4beds
2baths
1,140sqft
$159,000
$139price/sqft
$1,280/moest. monthly cost
$51,200/yrincome needed

About This Home

Welcome to 245 N Ruby Street, a fully renovated duplex located in West Philadelphia. Updated in 2020, this two-unit property offers a great opportunity for both owner-occupants and investors. The property is zoned RSA-5 with an approved variance (buyer to verify), providing added flexibility. Both units are currently vacant and ready for occupancy. Unit One features 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom, and Unit Two offers 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom. Based on current market conditions, similar units in the area may rent within the ranges of approximately $950–$1,100 for Unit One and $1,200–$1,450 for Unit Two. This property may be suitable for a variety of living or investment strategies, including occupying one unit while renting the other. The property is eligible for multiple down payment assistance programs, subject to eligibility and lender guidelines. Schedule your showing today the duplex is priced to sell

Getting Around

81
WalkingVery Walkable
72
TransitExcellent Transit
83
BikeVery Bikeable

Schools

3/10
Rhoads James SchoolGrades K-80.4 mi
3/10
Overbrook High SchoolGrades 9-121.3 mi

Construction

Condition

  • Property condition: Good
  • Year built: 1920

Materials

  • Foundation: Brick/Mortar
  • Construction materials: Masonry

Notable Dates

  • Major remodel year: 2020

Type & Style

  • Home type: MultiFamily
  • Architectural style: Other
  • Property subType: Townhouse

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Gas Water Heater

Basement

  • Area: 0

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Bathrooms: 2

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Baseboard,Natural Gas
  • Cooling features: None

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 1,140
  • Total interior livable area: 1,140 sqft

Property

Accessibility

  • Accessibility features: None

Details

  • Parcel number: 441198300
  • Zoning: RSA5
  • Special condition: Standard

Features

  • Pool features: None

Lot

  • Lot size: 765 sqft
  • Lot size dimensions: 15.00 x 51.00

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
    Heat WaveVery High
  • Cold Wave
    Cold WaveRelatively High
  • Inland Flooding
    Inland FloodingModerate
  • Winter Weather
    Winter WeatherModerate
  • Tsunami
    TsunamiInsufficient Data

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Heat Wave
Cold Wave
Inland Flooding
Winter Weather
Tsunami

FEMA Declared Disasters Across Pennsylvania Counties

Flood
Tropical Storm

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

MonthlyAnnual
Mortgage $803$9,636
Home Insurance *$99$1,188
Property Taxes $154$1,848
Electricity $224$2,692
Total$1,280$15,360
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$43,885/yr
40% on housing$38,400/yr
45% on housing$34,133/yr

Pennsylvania FAIR Plan Programs

Insurance Placement Facility of Pennsylvania/FAIR Plan

Covered
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Current Policies
Residential: 8,982Commercial: 984
Total Premiums$5.34M
Total Exposure$1.33B

How 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.

Insurance Growth Rate5-year average: 5.5%
5.5%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 8.4%
8.4%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: -0.5%
-0.5%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

$139This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 19139$108
Philadelphia County$162

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 19139$239
Philadelphia County$236

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)

Price History

DateEventPrice
2026-05-01Price change$189,999
2026-04-08Listed for sale$199,999
2019-10-22Sold$42,000
2018-12-24Listing removed$70,500
2018-12-11Price change$70,500
2018-12-04Price change$77,500
2018-11-27Listed for sale$82,499
2017-04-27Sold$3,500
2015-10-14Sold$8,000

For Sale by Agent

AgentKhalid Aleem
BrokerageReal of Pennsylvania

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