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MLS: #PAPH2453008, Listed By: Nathan Naness, KW Empower, Source:Bright MLS

1255 S Ruby Street

PHILADELPHIA, PA 19143
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Bed 1

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Bath 0

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SqFt918

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Acres0.02

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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 Carp ets 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.

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Detail Ic Property Details

Property Type : Residential

Price : $139,900

AD Id : 67404823

MLS Id : PAPH2453008

Beds : 1

Lot Size : 0.02 Acre

Living Area Size : 918

Year Built : 1925

County : PHILADELPHIA

Subdivision: Kingsessing

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  • Bedroom Information

    Total beds: 1

    Room Information

    Rooms Total: 7 Has Basement: Yes Basement: Full, Unfinished
  • Roofing Information

    Flat
  • Interior Features

    Roof: Flat Appliances: Gas Water Heater
  • Heating & Cooling

    Has Heating: Yes Heating: Natural Gas, Radiant Cooling: None

  • Building Information

    Year Built: 1925 Building Area Total: 918 Stories: 2 Pool Features: None Private Pool: No

  • Lot Information

    Lot Dimensions: 15.00 x 50.00 Lot Size Acres: 0.02 Lot Size Source: Assessor Lot Size Square Feet: 750

    Property Information

    Subdivision: KINGSESSING Source Property Type: Residential Postal Code Plus 4: 4807 Property SubType: Townhouse Levels: Two Property Age: 101

  • Listing Price Information

    Listing Price: $139900

  • Tax Information

    Parcel Number: 511243800 Tax Lot: 41 Tax Year: 2024 Annual Tax: $1566

  • Parking Information

    On Street

  • Location Information

    Direction: GPS WaterSource: Public
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ByOwner last updated this listing 06/10/2026 @ 17:52

MLS: PAPH2453008 LISTED BY: Nathan Naness, KW Empower 215-627-3500 SOURCE: Bright MLS

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