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$308,103$253 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 90How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $225,000 on May 21, 2019

1221 W RITNER ST

PHILADELPHIA, PA 19148
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,217 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
1,050 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1940
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$308K
$278K low$338K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$225,000 · May 21, 2019

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,392 (2026)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$280,000 (2027)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$56,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$224,000
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$270,900
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$280,000

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.38
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
1
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
76
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
83
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
33
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Townhouse
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Townhouse
CountyPHILADELPHIA
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.02
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Masonry/Concrete Masonry Units (Cmus)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(2)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Abram Stockton Jenks SchoolA
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.1 mi
H
South Philadelphia High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.2 mi
M
D. Newlin Fell SchoolB
Middle · Grades KG–8 · 0.4 mi

District: Philadelphia City School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 19148These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.76
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.94
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.75

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.92%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.24%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.17%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.4%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.51,929
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.10,497 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$72,667
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$91,666
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.55°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.46 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.56%

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How this home compares

1221 W Ritner St measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth more than 75% of homes in South Philadelphia
  • Costs more per square foot than 76% of homes in Philadelphia County
  • Bigger than 68% of homes in South Philadelphia
  • Has a bigger lot than 93% of homes in South Philadelphia
  • Newer than 95% of homes in South Philadelphia

What homes are worth in Philadelphia 19148

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

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$130K$582K

This home is worth more than 70% of homes in Philadelphia 19148.

How it measures up in Philadelphia 19148

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Philadelphia 19148.

Estimated value$308,103
CheaperTypical $251,170Pricier

Pricier than 70% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$253
CheaperTypical $227Pricier

Pricier than 64% of homes nearby

Living area1,217 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,108 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 66% of homes nearby

Lot size1,050 ft²
SmallerTypical 784 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 87% of homes nearby

Year built1940
OlderTypical 1920Newer

Newer than 89% of homes nearby

How 1221 W Ritner St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSouth PhiladelphiaPhiladelphia 19148Philadelphia County
Estimated valuepricier than$308,10375% of homes70% of homes74% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$25368% of homes64% of homes76% of homes
Living areabigger than1,217 ft²68% of homes66% of homes46% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1,050 ft²93% of homes87% of homes35% of homes
Year builtnewer than194095% of homes89% of homes63% of homes

About 1221 W Ritner St

How much is 1221 W Ritner St, Philadelphia, PA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1221 W Ritner St, Philadelphia, PA is $308,103 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $278,335 to $337,871. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1221 W Ritner St, Philadelphia, PA last sell?

1221 W Ritner St, Philadelphia, PA last sold on May 21, 2019 for $225,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1221 W Ritner St, Philadelphia, PA?

1221 W Ritner St, Philadelphia, PA has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,217 square feet of living space and a 0.02-acre lot.

When was 1221 W Ritner St, Philadelphia, PA built?

1221 W Ritner St, Philadelphia, PA was built in 1940, making it 86 years old. It is a townhouse home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 1221 W Ritner St, Philadelphia, PA?

1221 W Ritner St, Philadelphia, PA is assigned to Abram Stockton Jenks School (elementary), rated A; South Philadelphia High School (high), rated C-; D. Newlin Fell School (middle), rated B. All sit in Philadelphia City School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1221 W Ritner St, Philadelphia, PA compare to other homes in Philadelphia 19148?

Among the 19,822 homes in Philadelphia 19148, it is worth more than 70% of them ($308,103 against a typical $251,170), its price per square foot is higher than 64% of them ($253 against a typical $227), it is bigger than 66% of them (1,217 ft² against a typical 1,108 ft²), its lot is bigger than 87% of them (1,050 ft² against a typical 784 ft²) and it is newer than 89% of them (1940 against a typical 1920). Measured against all of Philadelphia County, it is worth more than 74% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 1221 W Ritner St, Philadelphia, PA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 1221 W Ritner St, Philadelphia, PA was $2,392. The county assessed it at $280,000.

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