Roxborough sits on the ridge between the Wissahickon and the Schuylkill River, a Northwest Philadelphia neighborhood of twins, rowhomes and detached homes along Ridge Avenue. The figures on this page come from Bright MLS sales that listing agents placed in the Roxborough neighborhood. Philadelphia neighborhood lines are informal, so a handful of nearby sales tagged with a neighboring name or simply Philadelphia are not counted here. See the Philadelphia community page for the citywide picture.
What the Roxborough Numbers Mean
Roxborough had 153 sales in the six months through September at a $399,000 median. Half went under contract within 8 days, the average took 19, and homes sold for an average of 99.9 percent of list price. Of those sales, 64 closed above list and 39 closed right at it. As of early October, 73 homes were for sale and 28 were under contract.
Roxborough is a twin market first. Twins were 72 of the 153 sales at a $397,495 median, rowhomes 35 at $325,000, and detached homes 24 at $487,500. End of row homes moved fastest, at a 4 day median and 102.7 percent of list.
By bedroom count, two bedroom homes closed at a $304,000 median, three bedrooms at $393,750, four bedrooms at $444,950, and five bedrooms at $460,000. Most Roxborough homes sold with three bedrooms, which makes those the easiest to price from recent sales.
Where Roxborough Prices Land
By price, 26 sold under $300,000, 53 sold between $300,000 and $399,999, 43 sold between $400,000 and $499,999, 28 sold between $500,000 and $749,999 and 3 sold at $750,000 or more. The $300,000 to $399,999 range held 53 of the 153 sales, the largest share of sales.
Where Is Roxborough? County, City, and ZIP
Roxborough sits in Northwest Philadelphia, inside the City and County of Philadelphia. Almost every Roxborough sale carried the 19128 ZIP code. Ridge Avenue runs the length of the neighborhood, Wissahickon Valley Park borders it to the east, and Manayunk sits below it toward the Schuylkill. These figures combine the MLS labels Roxborough and Roxborough Village.
There is no borough or township in Roxborough. The City of Philadelphia sets the tax bill for every home, and neighborhood names are informal, so the figures here follow the MLS neighborhood label rather than a ZIP code.
What Is It Like to Live in Roxborough, PA?
Of the 153 homes sold, 132 had a basement and 71 had a garage. The median home was built in 1950 and has about 1,548 square feet.
Ridge Avenue is Roxborough’s main street, with shops, restaurants and bus service down to East Falls and Center City. The Manayunk/Norristown Regional Rail line stops just below in Manayunk. Wissahickon Valley Park and its trails are on the eastern side.
Streets and Home Types in Roxborough
Roxborough does not have named subdivisions the way a suburban township does. The market sorts itself by home type instead, and each type has its own buyer.
Twins
Twins are the core of Roxborough, 72 sales at a $397,495 median and about 1,548 square feet. Straight through, traditional and rancher layouts lead, most with three bedrooms, and 36 of the 72 had a garage. Valley Avenue and Hill Road were among the busiest.
Rowhomes
Rowhomes made up 35 sales at a $325,000 median, mostly three bedroom straight through and air lite homes, on streets like Martin, Parker, Rector and Seville.
Detached Homes
Detached homes made up 24 sales at a $487,500 median and about 1,793 square feet, many of them Cape Cods and traditional homes from around 1950. They went under contract in a median of 9 days.
End of Row Homes
End of row homes were 18 sales at a $412,500 median, and they averaged 102.7 percent of list.
What Kinds of Homes Are for Sale in Roxborough?
As of early October, 73 Roxborough homes were for sale: 24 twins, 22 rowhomes, 15 detached homes, seven end of row homes, three condominiums and two other homes. The median asking price was $375,000, about $24,000 below the six month closed median.
New Construction in Roxborough
Roxborough still sees some new building on infill lots. Three of the 153 closed sales were marked new construction, and several newer homes were for sale in early October. Buyers who want a new home can also look at the new construction communities we track in the suburbs.
School District of Philadelphia
Roxborough is part of the School District of Philadelphia. A share of every Philadelphia real estate tax bill goes to the district. The district sets school assignments by address and may change them, so confirm for the exact home you are considering.
What Buyers Should Know Right Now
Move quickly on a well priced home. Half went under contract within 8 days, and 64 of the 153 sold above list. A three bedroom Roxborough home closed at a $393,750 median, and 73 homes were for sale in early October, so there is choice if you are ready.
What Sellers Should Know Right Now
Bedrooms and home type set the price. A three bedroom home closed at a $393,750 median and a four bedroom at $444,950. Homes averaged 99.9 percent of list, so a sharp price is what draws the fast offers. Our guide to selling your Roxborough home covers pricing, timing, and how a cash offer compares to listing.
Frequently Asked Questions About Roxborough PA Homes for Sale
How much do homes cost in Roxborough?
The median Roxborough sale was $399,000 from April through September 2026, based on Bright MLS sales listed in the Roxborough neighborhood. By type, the medians were twins at $397,495 and rowhomes at $325,000. Sales ranged from $135,000 to $1,150,000.
How fast do homes sell in Roxborough?
Half of the Roxborough homes that sold from April through September 2026 went under contract within 8 days. The average was 19 days.
Is Roxborough the same as Manayunk?
No. They are neighbors. Roxborough sits on the ridge along Ridge Avenue, mostly in ZIP code 19128, and Manayunk sits below it along the Schuylkill River, mostly in 19127. The MLS tracks them separately.
What school district serves Roxborough?
Roxborough is in the School District of Philadelphia. Part of every Philadelphia real estate tax bill funds the school district. The district assigns schools and can change those assignments, so check with the district for a specific address.
Is there new construction in Roxborough?
Some. Three of the 153 Roxborough sales from April through September 2026 were marked new construction, and several newer homes were for sale in early October.
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