Residential

1255 S Ruby Street, PHILADELPHIA, PA, 19143-4807

For Sale

$134,900

1 Bed
918 SQFT
Listed By: Nathan S Naness, [email protected], 2678479562
Listing Brokerage: KW Empower
Source: Bright MLS

Opportunity awaits at 1255 S Ruby Street in Philadelphia's growing Kingsessing neighborhood. This partially renovated property has been redesigned from a 2-bedroom to a 3-bedroom home, including a first-floor bedroom. Improvements already completed include interior demolition, framing, new second-floor bathroom plumbing, a new bathtub and drain lines, and an expanded basement stair opening. The spacious basement offers excellent potential for additional finished living space. Additional features include an enclosed front porch, concrete front yard, and concrete rear yard. Conveniently located near University City, UPenn, Drexel University, major hospitals, public transportation, shopping, dining, parks, and Center City Philadelphia. Ideal for investors, contractors, or owner-occupants looking to add value in a rapidly developing area. Easy to show. Seller is a licensed Pennsylvania real estate agent. Terms negotiable.

MLS® ID PAPH2453008

UPDATED: 10/02/2026 17:36

Details

Location Details

Formatted Street Address 1255 S Ruby Street
Subdivision KINGSESSING
County PHILADELPHIA-PA
Area 19143 (19143)
Country US

Property Details

Property Condition Average
Assessment Year 2024

Interior Details

Total Rooms 7

Building Details

Year Built 1925
Approx Age 101
Architectural Style Traditional
Construction Masonry
Garage Spaces 0
Heating Radiator
Water Supply Types Public
Basement Type Full, Unfinished
Basement Description Full,Unfinished

Fee Details

Taxes 1566
Taxes Year 2024

Land Details

Lot Size 750
Acreage 0.02
Total Size 15.00 x 50.00
Irregular No
Cross Streets Springfield
Pool Yes
Private Pool No
Waterfront false
Shoreline No
Sewers Public Sewer

Rooms

Living Room Main
Dining Room Main
Kitchen Main
Bonus Room Main
Breakfast Room Main
Bedroom 1 Lower 1
Basement Lower 1

Other

Status Available

Location

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