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$157,887$138 / 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 69How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $5,000 on Jan 13, 2009

221 N RUBY ST

PHILADELPHIA, PA 19139
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,140 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.
765 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1925
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

$158K
$109K low$206K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$5,000 · Jan 13, 2009

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$494 (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.$173,900 (2027)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$34,780
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$139,120
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$170,200
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$173,900

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.42
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.
94
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
38
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.minimal

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)
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(3)

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
Guion S. Bluford Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades KG–8 · 0.8 mi
H
Overbrook High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.3 mi

District: Philadelphia City School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 19139These 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.150
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.102
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.83

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.87%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.14%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.25%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.42,811
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.20,838 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$43,977
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$59,361
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.55°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.47 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

221 N Ruby 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 88% of homes in Haddington
  • Costs more per square foot than 92% of homes in Haddington
  • Smaller than 68% of homes in Philadelphia 19139
  • Has a smaller lot than 94% of homes in Philadelphia 19139
  • Newer than 95% of homes in Haddington

What homes are worth in Philadelphia 19139

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

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$52K$446K

This home is worth more than 72% of homes in Philadelphia 19139.

How it measures up in Philadelphia 19139

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Philadelphia 19139.

Estimated value$157,887
CheaperTypical $120,233Pricier

Pricier than 72% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$138
CheaperTypical $96Pricier

Pricier than 84% of homes nearby

Living area1,140 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,276 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 32% of homes nearby

Lot size765 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,133 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 6% of homes nearby

Year built1925
OlderTypical 1925Newer

Newer than 93% of homes nearby

How 221 N Ruby St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeHaddingtonPhiladelphia 19139Philadelphia County
Estimated valuepricier than$157,88788% of homes72% of homes31% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$13892% of homes84% of homes34% of homes
Living areabigger than1,140 ft²40% of homes32% of homes34% of homes
Lot sizebigger than765 ft²7% of homes6% of homes13% of homes
Year builtnewer than192595% of homes93% of homes51% of homes

About 221 N Ruby St

How much is 221 N Ruby St, Philadelphia, PA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 221 N Ruby St, Philadelphia, PA is $157,887 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $109,445 to $206,329. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 221 N Ruby St, Philadelphia, PA last sell?

221 N Ruby St, Philadelphia, PA last sold on Jan 13, 2009 for $5,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 221 N Ruby St, Philadelphia, PA?

221 N Ruby St, Philadelphia, PA has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,140 square feet of living space and a 0.02-acre lot.

When was 221 N Ruby St, Philadelphia, PA built?

221 N Ruby St, Philadelphia, PA was built in 1925, making it 101 years old. It is a townhouse home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 221 N Ruby St, Philadelphia, PA?

221 N Ruby St, Philadelphia, PA is assigned to Guion S. Bluford Elementary School (elementary), rated C+; Overbrook High School (high), rated D. All sit in Philadelphia City School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 221 N Ruby St, Philadelphia, PA compare to other homes in Philadelphia 19139?

Among the 14,309 homes in Philadelphia 19139, it is worth more than 72% of them ($157,887 against a typical $120,233), its price per square foot is higher than 84% of them ($138 against a typical $96), it is bigger than 32% of them (1,140 ft² against a typical 1,276 ft²), its lot is bigger than 6% of them (765 ft² against a typical 1,133 ft²) and it is newer than 93% of them (1925 against a typical 1925). Measured against all of Philadelphia County, it is worth more than 31% 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 221 N Ruby St, Philadelphia, PA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 221 N Ruby St, Philadelphia, PA was $494. The county assessed it at $173,900.

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