Location-driven value-add opportunity just minutes from University City and UPenn. Located at 1255 S Ruby Street in Kingsessing, this 2-bedroom, 1-bath home offers strong rental and resale potential with a renovation already underway. The property is conveniently located near University City, the University of Pennsylvania, and major transportation lines, making it well positioned for long-term demand. Significant prep work has been completed, creating an easy finish-out for a skilled trades-person, investor, or owner-occupant. The full basement has been parged, plastered, painted, and cleaned, ceiling tiles have been replaced with freshly painted tracks, carpets and blinds removed, and the heating system is in place with a newer hot water tank. A new stove (2022) is already installed. To complete the project, the next owner can add a kitchen and refrigerator, install flooring, paint, and update or refinish the existing tub and surround—a straightforward renovation ideal for a live-in project, flip, rental hold, or FHA 203(k) financing. Additional features include an enclosed front porch, concrete front yard, and concrete rear yard. Seller is a licensed real estate agent and is negotiable. Easy to show.
Listed by Nathan S Naness
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License #AB068470
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KW Empower
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2678479562
Last updated January 29, 2026
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Source: BrightMLS #PAPH2453008
Listing Facts
TypeSingle-family
NeighborhoodKingsessing
Bedrooms2
Bathrooms1
Days on Prevu324
Taxes$1,566/year
Size918 sqft
Price per sqft$113
Location
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Listing History
01/29/2026
Price Decreased
$103,900
01/19/2026
Price Decreased
$111,900
01/05/2026
Price Increased
$118,000
12/10/2025
Price Increased
$94,900
12/05/2025
Status changed to Active
$87,900
12/05/2025
Price Increased
$87,900
11/17/2025
Status changed to In Contract
$83,900
11/04/2025
Price Decreased
$83,900
10/09/2025
Price Decreased
$91,900
09/08/2025
Price Decreased
$99,900
07/02/2025
Price Decreased
$109,900
05/20/2025
Price Decreased
$117,900
05/05/2025
Price Decreased
$123,900
03/18/2025
Price Decreased
$133,700
03/12/2025
Listed by KW Empower
$133,900
Property Details for 1255 S Ruby Street
Exterior
Construction
New Construction: No
Property Condition: Average
Roof: Flat
Year Built: 1925
Architectural Style: Traditional
Construction Materials: Masonry
Features
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Waterfront: No
Measurements
Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
Lot Size Acres: 0.02
Lot Size Dimensions: 15
Lot Size Source: Assessor
Lot Size Square Feet: 750
Lot Size Units: Square Feet
Financial
Taxes
Tax Annual Amount: $1,566.00
Tax Year: 2024
Interior
Features
Fireplace: No
Measurements
Living Area: 918
Living Area Source: Assessor
Rooms
Basement: Full, Unfinished
Has Basement: Yes
Bathrooms Full: 1
Bathrooms Total Integer: 1
Bedrooms Total: 2
Other
General
Senior Community: No
Location
Subdivision Name: KINGSESSING
Tax Lot: 41
Parking
Parking
Garage: No
Utilities
Equipment
Heating: Radiator
Has Heating: Yes
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Frequently Asked Questions
How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this single-family home have?
There are 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom in this single-family home at 1255 S Ruby Street.
What are the annual taxes for 1255 S Ruby Street?
Annual taxes for this single-family home are estimated at $1,566.
How does 1255 S Ruby Street compare to other single-family homes in Kingsessing?
This single-family home is listed 52% below the average price for single-family homes in Kingsessing and has been on the market for 239 more days than the typical home in this area.
What is the square footage on this single-family home?
According to the MLS, this listing is 918 sqft.
1255 S Ruby Street is a 2-bedroom, 1-bath single-family home for sale in PHILADELPHIA PA 19143. Listed on Prevu for 324 days at $103,900. This includes a recent price decrease of $8,000. This property features 918 square feet of living space, located in Kingsessing. The median listing price for single-family homes in this area is $220,000. View other single-family home listings in Philadelphia.
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