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$101,406$60 / 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 53How 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 $63,500 on May 3, 2019

2939 RUTH ST

PHILADELPHIA, PA 19134
4
Beds
1
Baths
1,704 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.
2,083 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1920
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$101K
$54K low$149K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$63,500 · May 3, 2019
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$0
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$0
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.191%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$188,000
MERIDIAN BANK · recorded Feb 1, 2022

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,767 (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.$146,200 (2027)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$29,240
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$116,960
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$126,200
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$146,200

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.50
55
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.
88
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.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.48 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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.0.05
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
Frances E. Willard SchoolD+
Elementary · Grades KG–4 · 0.1 mi
M
Memphis Street Academy Charter at J.P. JonesB-
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 0.5 mi
H
Kensington High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.7 mi

District: Philadelphia City School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 19134These 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.115
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.97
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.79

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.89%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.11%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.33%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.56,032
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.14,831 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$42,302
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$53,469
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%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Absentee owner
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.Yes

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

2939 Ruth 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 less than 86% of homes in Philadelphia County
  • Costs less per square foot than 96% of homes in Kensington
  • Bigger than 94% of homes in Philadelphia 19134
  • Has a bigger lot than 97% of homes in Kensington
  • Older than 71% of homes in Philadelphia County

What homes are worth in Philadelphia 19134

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

This home
$35K$363K

This home is worth more than 48% of homes in Philadelphia 19134.

How it measures up in Philadelphia 19134

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Philadelphia 19134.

Estimated value$101,406
CheaperTypical $105,482Pricier

Pricier than 48% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$60
CheaperTypical $96Pricier

Pricier than 18% of homes nearby

Living area1,704 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,080 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 94% of homes nearby

Lot size2,083 ft²
SmallerTypical 915 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 97% of homes nearby

Year built1920
OlderTypical 1920Newer

Newer than 64% of homes nearby

How 2939 Ruth St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeKensingtonPhiladelphia 19134Philadelphia County
Estimated valuepricier than$101,40617% of homes48% of homes14% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$604% of homes18% of homes6% of homes
Living areabigger than1,704 ft²80% of homes94% of homes80% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2,083 ft²97% of homes97% of homes75% of homes
Year builtnewer than192066% of homes64% of homes29% of homes

About 2939 Ruth St

How much is 2939 Ruth St, Philadelphia, PA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 2939 Ruth St, Philadelphia, PA is $101,406 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $53,793 to $149,019. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 2939 Ruth St, Philadelphia, PA last sell?

2939 Ruth St, Philadelphia, PA last sold on May 3, 2019 for $63,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 2939 Ruth St, Philadelphia, PA?

2939 Ruth St, Philadelphia, PA has 4 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,704 square feet of living space and a 0.05-acre lot.

When was 2939 Ruth St, Philadelphia, PA built?

2939 Ruth St, Philadelphia, PA was built in 1920, making it 106 years old. It is a townhouse home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 2939 Ruth St, Philadelphia, PA?

2939 Ruth St, Philadelphia, PA is assigned to Frances E. Willard School (elementary), rated D+; Memphis Street Academy Charter at J.P. Jones (middle), rated B-; Kensington 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 2939 Ruth St, Philadelphia, PA compare to other homes in Philadelphia 19134?

Among the 21,175 homes in Philadelphia 19134, it is worth more than 48% of them ($101,406 against a typical $105,482), its price per square foot is higher than 18% of them ($60 against a typical $96), it is bigger than 94% of them (1,704 ft² against a typical 1,080 ft²), its lot is bigger than 97% of them (2,083 ft² against a typical 915 ft²) and it is newer than 64% of them (1920 against a typical 1920). Measured against all of Philadelphia County, it is worth more than 14% 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 2939 Ruth St, Philadelphia, PA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 2939 Ruth St, Philadelphia, PA was $1,767. The county assessed it at $146,200.

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