Realty Universal Pennsylvania

2 Beds

2 Baths

1,260 SqFt

Pending

Welcome to a charming and thoughtfully reimagined 2-bedroom twin in the heart of Roxborough, where classic Philadelphia character meets the comforts of modern living. Tucked along a quiet, one-way block with mature trees and landscaping, this home offers a peaceful retreat just minutes from the growing Ridge Avenue corridor and the restaurants, shops, and everything you love about Main Street Manayunk. A sweet front porch and classic Tofani front door set the tone. Inside, warm hardwood floors and abundant natural light flow throughout the home. The spacious front living room features a special reading nook with built-in bookshelves—a cozy little corner made for curling up with a good book, surrounded by plants and sunlight. The adjoining dining room leads to a beautifully updated kitchen with corian countertops, a breakfast bar, stainless steel appliances, and a new five-burner stove. Just beyond the kitchen is the jewel of the home: a newly constructed, finished sunroom wrapped in eight windows and crowned with a wainscoted ceiling. Bright and serene, it makes an inspiring home office, creative space, or simply a place to pause and enjoy the view. It opens to a lovingly landscaped backyard oasis, complete with a full shed, gated alley access, and a gorgeous sweet bay magnolia tree. Downstairs, the finished basement adds even more flexibility, with dedicated laundry and storage, a recently added half bath, and versatile space ready for a home gym, rec room, or additional living area. Upstairs, two exceptionally spacious and sunny bedrooms offer plenty of room to breathe. The primary bedroom features generous storage and Jack-and-Jill access to a timeless bathroom with classic tile, wainscoting, built-in shelving, and modern fixtures. The front bedroom is equally generous, with windows on three walls filling the room with light. Thoughtfully converted from three bedrooms to two, the home now offers a more spacious and intuitive layout designed around how people actually live. As a semi-detached twin, it enjoys the light and openness that can be hard to find in the classic Philadelphia rowhome. Efficient radiant heat, a newer boiler, and a mini-split system provide comfortable, efficient climate control year-round. Warm, bright, private, and wonderfully livable, this is a home with the kind of spaces that invite you to settle in and stay awhile.

Property Details
Price $309,000
Bedrooms 2
Full Baths 1
Half Baths 1
Total Baths 2
Property Style Straight Thru
Lot Size 21.00 x 71.00
Lot Size Area Units Square Feet
Acres 0.03
Property Type Residential
Sub type SingleFamilyResidence
MLS Sub type Twin/Semi-Detached
Stories 2
Features Kitchen - Eat-In,Wainscotting
Exterior Features Sidewalks,Street Lights,Exterior Lighting
Year Built 1940
Subdivision ROXBOROUGH
Roof Flat
Heating Hot Water
Foundation Brick/Mortar
Accessibility None
Lot Description Rear Yard
Geographic Data
Directions West on Ridge, a block east of the ACME.
County PHILADELPHIA
Latitude 40.03131
Longitude -75.2113
Market Area 19128 (19128)
Address Information
Address 512 GERHARD ST, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19128
Postal Code 19128
City PHILADELPHIA
Cross Street RIDGE
State PA
Country United States
Listing Information
Listing Office Compass Pennsylvania, LLC
Listing Office Email kenenochs@compass.com
Listing Agent Ryan McLaughlin
Special listing conditions Standard
Ownership Fee Simple
Terms Cash,Conventional,FHA,FHA 203(k),PHFA,VA
Virtual Tour URL https://vimeo.com/1217731436?share=copy&fl=sv&fe=ci
School Information
District THE SCHOOL DISTRICT OF PHILADELPHIA
MLS Information
Days on market 4
MLS Status Pending
Listing Date Aug 21, 2026
Listing Last Modified Aug 24, 2026
Tax ID 213156310
Tax Year 2016
Tax Annual Amount 1998
MLS Area 19128 (19128)
MLS # PAPH2659440

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