2026 taxable assessment $280,000 × 1.3998%. Estimate—not a bill or account balance.
OPA also publishes a 2027 assessment of $1,400,000; it is not the 2026 billed-year value.
House report
2518 Waverly St
3 bd · 2 ba · 2 stories · 1,528 sqft · RSA5 · built 2022
Individual, other or unknown mailing address · assessed $1.4M (2026) · 2027 OPA assessment $1.4M · sold 2×. On the 2500 block of Waverly St.
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Property summary
Assessment$1,400,0002026 OPA assessment · 2027: $1,400,000
Last sale$1.5MRecorded 2022
Est. tax bill$3,919/year2026 taxable assessment · full-value scenario $19,597/year · basis and term unverified
Tax delinquencyNo 2022 matchNot proof account is current
Permits17Every fetched City permit
Violations0 open3 historical across 3 cases
“Open” reflects records available then historical records keep their source dates estimates are labeled
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Property tax
The estimate, live balance, and back-tax record are different.
BlockReport can calculate the annual tax from the City’s taxable assessment. Payments, credits, interest, and a current amount due live separately in Philadelphia Tax Center.
A Tax Center balance is net of bills, payments, credits, interest, and adjustments. A credit—or an amount due—is not automatically “back taxes.”
OPA 0811142002026 OPA taxes $280,000 of $1,400,000 assessed. The assessment fields alone do not identify a program, approval date, expiration, or buyer eligibility.
See the assessment math →Applying the same rate to the billed-year full assessment. OPA's numeric split does not say when or whether the current treatment changes.
See the assessment math →Historical delinquency sources No current conclusion
This parcel did not match the June 2022 delinquency snapshot. That absence does not confirm the account is current today.
For a purchase, refinance, or closing, request the City’s official Property Payoff statement in Tax Center under “More options.”
What stands out
From the public recordTorn down & rebuilt
Record summarydemolition was recorded in 2021, followed by a 2020 construction permit and a $1.5M transfer in 2022.
View supporting records →What to do with this
The record, translated into moves — what a buyer, the owner, and a landlord would each want to check next under Philadelphia's actual rules.
If you’re buying
Verify the current tax bill and exemption
The 2026 taxable assessment implies about $3,919/yr, while applying the same rate to the full assessment would imply about $19,597/yr — $15,678/yr more. OPA's assessment split does not establish the exemption program, expiration, or buyer eligibility. Verify the basis and live bill with OPA and Revenue.
Zoned RSA5: one household by right
Single-family rowhouse (the classic Philly row). Converting to a duplex or apartments needs a use variance the zoning board rarely grants — Pennsylvania courts require a physical hardship of the lot itself, and economics alone do not qualify.
If you’re the landlord
If it is rented, verify the Rental License
The fetched license records do not show an active Rental License. Ownership type or a tax mailing address does not prove that tenants occupy the property; if it is rented, verify the current license and legal occupancy in eCLIPSE.
Derived from the fetched property records and linked City guidance as of 2026. Assessment treatment is not a substitute for an exemption approval, live balance, title report, license, occupancy certificate, or inspection. Informational only — not legal, tax, or investment advice.
Assessment and tax history
Every fetched annual City assessment for this house, compared with its block and ZIP. The figures show assessment change, the billed-year tax estimate, dated tax records, and recorded transfers. They do not estimate market appreciation or investment return.
Assessed value
$1,400,000
2026 billed-year assessment · 2027: $1,400,000 · built 2022
Price / sq ft
$916
block $745 · above block
Assessment change
+293%
+13%/yr since 2016 · 2027 +0% vs 2026
Est. tax bill / yr
$3,919
0.28% effective, reduced taxable assessment
Jun 2022 tax snapshot
No match
not proof the account is current
Times sold
2
Assessment vs. the block and ZIP · every dated City record marked on the line
- OPA assessment · 2016$356K assessed valueOPA’s value on the City tax roll for that year. It is not an appraisal, listing price, sale price, or live tax balance.How Philadelphia property assessments work ↗
- OPA assessment · 2017$356K assessed valueOPA’s value on the City tax roll for that year. It is not an appraisal, listing price, sale price, or live tax balance.How Philadelphia property assessments work ↗
- OPA assessment · 2018$356K assessed valueOPA’s value on the City tax roll for that year. It is not an appraisal, listing price, sale price, or live tax balance.How Philadelphia property assessments work ↗
- OPA assessment · 2019$446K assessed valueOPA’s value on the City tax roll for that year. It is not an appraisal, listing price, sale price, or live tax balance.How Philadelphia property assessments work ↗
- OPA assessment · 2020$461K assessed valueOPA’s value on the City tax roll for that year. It is not an appraisal, listing price, sale price, or live tax balance.How Philadelphia property assessments work ↗
- OPA assessment · 2021$461K assessed valueOPA’s value on the City tax roll for that year. It is not an appraisal, listing price, sale price, or live tax balance.How Philadelphia property assessments work ↗
- OPA assessment · 2022$461K assessed valueOPA’s value on the City tax roll for that year. It is not an appraisal, listing price, sale price, or live tax balance.How Philadelphia property assessments work ↗
- OPA assessment · 2023$475K assessed valueOPA’s value on the City tax roll for that year. It is not an appraisal, listing price, sale price, or live tax balance.How Philadelphia property assessments work ↗
- OPA assessment · 2024$1.4M assessed valueOPA’s value on the City tax roll for that year. It is not an appraisal, listing price, sale price, or live tax balance.How Philadelphia property assessments work ↗
- OPA assessment · 2025$1.4M assessed valueOPA’s value on the City tax roll for that year. It is not an appraisal, listing price, sale price, or live tax balance.How Philadelphia property assessments work ↗
- OPA assessment · 2026$1.4M assessed valueOPA’s value on the City tax roll for that year. It is not an appraisal, listing price, sale price, or live tax balance.How Philadelphia property assessments work ↗
- OPA assessment · 2027$1.4M assessed valueOPA’s value on the City tax roll for that year. It is not an appraisal, listing price, sale price, or live tax balance.How Philadelphia property assessments work ↗
- Teardown · 2021DemolishedThis permit category usually covers partial or complete removal work. The approved scope—not the short category—defines what was authorized, and issuance alone does not prove completion.Philadelphia construction and repair permits ↗
- Deed / sale · 2022Deed / sale $1.5MA recorded real-estate document or transfer event. The amount and date can be useful history, but the underlying deed and transfer-tax filing control the parties, consideration, and legal effect.How to read the recorded document ↗
- Permit · 2007-12-18ZoningThis permit category usually covers the property’s allowed use, dimensions, occupancy, or site configuration. The approved scope—not the short category—defines what was authorized, and issuance alone does not prove completion.Philadelphia construction and repair permits ↗
- Permit · 2008-01-10Major alterationA broad legacy permit work category for a substantial building alteration. It can include changed layouts, partitions, fixtures, finishes, structural work, or occupancy-related work, but only the approved scope and plans say what this permit actually authorized; separate trade permits may be required.What Philadelphia building permits can cover ↗
- Permit · 2008-06-05ElectricalThis permit category usually covers electrical installation, alteration, replacement, or repair. The approved scope—not the short category—defines what was authorized, and issuance alone does not prove completion.Philadelphia construction and repair permits ↗
- Permit · 2010-01-08PlumbingThis permit category usually covers water, drainage, fixtures, or other plumbing work. The approved scope—not the short category—defines what was authorized, and issuance alone does not prove completion.Philadelphia construction and repair permits ↗
- Permit · 2018-01-12PlumbingThis permit category usually covers water, drainage, fixtures, or other plumbing work. The approved scope—not the short category—defines what was authorized, and issuance alone does not prove completion.Philadelphia construction and repair permits ↗
- Permit · 2020-06-17Interior Non-Load-Bearing Wall Demo.This permit category usually covers construction, repair, alteration, addition, or occupancy work. The approved scope—not the short category—defines what was authorized, and issuance alone does not prove completion.Philadelphia construction and repair permits ↗
- Permit · 2020-06-24AlterationsThis permit category usually covers construction, repair, alteration, addition, or occupancy work. The approved scope—not the short category—defines what was authorized, and issuance alone does not prove completion.Philadelphia construction and repair permits ↗
- Permit · 2020-07-07Full DemolitionThis permit category usually covers partial or complete removal work. The approved scope—not the short category—defines what was authorized, and issuance alone does not prove completion.Philadelphia construction and repair permits ↗
- Permit · 2020-07-22New construction, addition, GFA changeThis permit category usually covers construction, repair, alteration, addition, or occupancy work. The approved scope—not the short category—defines what was authorized, and issuance alone does not prove completion.Philadelphia construction and repair permits ↗
- Permit · 2020-08-05Minor DemolitionThis permit category usually covers partial or complete removal work. The approved scope—not the short category—defines what was authorized, and issuance alone does not prove completion.Philadelphia construction and repair permits ↗
- Permit · 2020-11-06New ConstructionThis permit category usually covers construction, repair, alteration, addition, or occupancy work. The approved scope—not the short category—defines what was authorized, and issuance alone does not prove completion.Philadelphia construction and repair permits ↗
- Permit · 2021-06-04New ConstructionThis permit category usually covers construction, repair, alteration, addition, or occupancy work. The approved scope—not the short category—defines what was authorized, and issuance alone does not prove completion.Philadelphia construction and repair permits ↗
- Permit · 2021-05-06New Construction or AdditionsThis permit category usually covers construction, repair, alteration, addition, or occupancy work. The approved scope—not the short category—defines what was authorized, and issuance alone does not prove completion.Philadelphia construction and repair permits ↗
- L&I violation · 2009-11-24PERMP- ALTER/REPAIR/REPL PLUMBA dated L&I enforcement row. Read the cited code, required correction, status, and later inspections together; the title alone does not establish the property’s current condition.How L&I violations and orders work ↗
- Inspection · 2009-11-24BP_BLDGA dated L&I visit or review. Its type describes the inspection program; the separate result and later rows show whether that visit passed, failed, or led to follow-up.What Philadelphia inspections check ↗
- L&I violation · 2009-01-21PERMB- WK DONE W/O NOTIFY INSPA dated L&I enforcement row. Read the cited code, required correction, status, and later inspections together; the title alone does not establish the property’s current condition.How L&I violations and orders work ↗
- L&I violation · 2008-11-18PERMB- WK DONE W/O NOTIFY INSPA dated L&I enforcement row. Read the cited code, required correction, status, and later inspections together; the title alone does not establish the property’s current condition.How L&I violations and orders work ↗
- Inspection · 2010-01-07BP_BLDGA dated L&I visit or review. Its type describes the inspection program; the separate result and later rows show whether that visit passed, failed, or led to follow-up.What Philadelphia inspections check ↗
Property assessmentBlock median & rangeZIP 19146 medianAssessmentDeed / saleTeardownL&I violationPermitInspection
Each icon sits on its recorded date; records without a day are labeled and centered within their year. Select one to explain the filing.
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Every dated record20 events · exact dates, newest first
- Deed / saleDeed / sale $1.5M
- PermitNew Construction
- PermitNew Construction or Additions
- TeardownDemolished
- PermitNew Construction
- PermitMinor Demolition
- PermitNew construction, addition, GFA change
- PermitFull Demolition
- PermitAlterations
- PermitInterior Non-Load-Bearing Wall Demo.
- PermitPlumbing
- PermitPlumbing
- InspectionBP_BLDG
- L&I violationPERMP- ALTER/REPAIR/REPL PLUMB
- InspectionBP_BLDG
- L&I violationPERMB- WK DONE W/O NOTIFY INSP
- L&I violationPERMB- WK DONE W/O NOTIFY INSP
- PermitElectrical
- PermitMajor alteration
- PermitZoning
The paper trail
Torn down & rebuiltdemolition was recorded in 2021, followed by a 2020 construction permit and a $1.5M transfer in 2022.
- 2020 Full DemolitionPermitNew construction, addition, GFA changePermitMinor DemolitionPermitNew ConstructionPermit
- 2021 DemolishedTeardownNew ConstructionPermitNew ConstructionPermitNew Construction or AdditionsPermitNew Construction or AdditionsPermitNew Construction or AdditionsPermitNew ConstructionPermit
- 2022 $1.5MTransfer
Records behind the chart
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Browse 25 dated records deeds, permits, inspections, licenses, violations, certifications & appeals
- Recorded transfer$1.5M transfer
2022
- PermitNew Construction
Permit FP-2021-001460 · Completed
FOR THE INSTALLATION OF A FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEM IN ACCORDANCE WITH NFPA 13D, WITH A ONE-INCH FIRE SERVICE LINE, FOR A SINGLE-FAMILY DWELLING AS PER APPROVED PLANS.
- PermitNew Construction or Additions
Permit PP-2020-012180 · Completed
FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF A REAR ADDITION AND ADDITION ABOVE AN EXISTING ATTACHED STRUCTURE WITH CELLAR AND ROOF DECK ACCESSED BY A ROOF DECK ACCESS STRUCTURE. FOR A SINGLE FAMILY HOUSEHOLD LIVING. AS PER PLANS. **** UNDERPINNING OF EXISTING FOUNDATION **********
- PermitNew Construction or Additions
Permit PP-2020-012179 · Completed
FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF A REAR ADDITION AND ADDITION ABOVE AN EXISTING ATTACHED STRUCTURE WITH CELLAR AND ROOF DECK ACCESSED BY A ROOF DECK ACCESS STRUCTURE. FOR A SINGLE FAMILY HOUSEHOLD LIVING. AS PER PLANS. **** UNDERPINNING OF EXISTING FOUNDATION **********
- PermitNew Construction or Additions
Permit PP-2020-012178 · Completed
FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF A REAR ADDITION AND ADDITION ABOVE AN EXISTING ATTACHED STRUCTURE WITH CELLAR AND ROOF DECK ACCESSED BY A ROOF DECK ACCESS STRUCTURE. FOR A SINGLE FAMILY HOUSEHOLD LIVING. AS PER PLANS. **** UNDERPINNING OF EXISTING FOUNDATION **********
- PermitNew Construction
Permit MP-2020-005304 · Completed
FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF A REAR ADDITION AND ADDITION ABOVE AN EXISTING ATTACHED STRUCTURE WITH CELLAR AND ROOF DECK ACCESSED BY A ROOF DECK ACCESS STRUCTURE. FOR A SINGLE FAMILY HOUSEHOLD LIVING. AS PER PLANS. **** UNDERPINNING OF EXISTING FOUNDATION **********
- PermitNew Construction
Permit EP-2020-009641 · Completed
FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF A REAR ADDITION AND ADDITION ABOVE AN EXISTING ATTACHED STRUCTURE WITH CELLAR AND ROOF DECK ACCESSED BY A ROOF DECK ACCESS STRUCTURE. FOR A SINGLE FAMILY HOUSEHOLD LIVING. AS PER PLANS. **** UNDERPINNING OF EXISTING FOUNDATION **********
- PermitNew Construction
Permit RP-2020-005975 · Completed
FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF A REAR ADDITION AND ADDITION ABOVE AN EXISTING ATTACHED STRUCTURE WITH CELLAR AND ROOF DECK ACCESSED BY A ROOF DECK ACCESS STRUCTURE. FOR A SINGLE FAMILY HOUSEHOLD LIVING. AS PER PLANS. **** UNDERPINNING OF EXISTING FOUNDATION **********
- PermitMinor Demolition
Permit DP-2020-000605 · Completed
For the complete demolition of an existing two (2) story attached structure used as Group R-3 (SFD), by hand and with hand-held tools only, down to the foundation, with foundation slab to remain (w/1'-0" holes drilled to provide positive drainage), as per site safety plan and provided documents; pedestrian protection to be provided as per Section 3306 in the 2018 IBC at all times during demolition work; see ZP-2020-003158 for zoning approval of demolition; see PP-2020-004138 for plumbing permit to seal lateral.
- PermitNew construction, addition, GFA change
Permit ZP-2020-002888 · Completed
New construction of a three-story townhouse on existing foundations with a basement and a 3 story rear addition and roof deck accessed by a Pilot House.
- PermitFull Demolition
Permit ZP-2020-003158 · Issued
FOR THE COMPLETE DEMOLITION OF EXISTING STRUCTURES ON LOT FOR A VACANT LOT
- PermitAlterations
Permit PP-2020-004138 · Completed
For minor construction work at the subject property in accordance with all applicable provisions of the Philadelphia Code, all references codes and standards, and the attached EZ Standard, where included. Deviation from this standard shall result in permit revocation. A separate permit from the Philadelphia Department of Streets is required for any sidewalk and street closures. All means of pedestrian protection required at the site in accordance with the Philadelphia Building Code Chapter 33 shall be in place prior to start of work.
- PermitInterior Non-Load-Bearing Wall Demo.
Permit GM-2020-003561 · Expired
For minor construction work at the subject property in accordance with all applicable provisions of the Philadelphia Code, all references codes and standards, and the attached EZ Standard, where included. Deviation from this standard shall result in permit revocation. A separate permit from the Philadelphia Department of Streets is required for any sidewalk and street closures. All means of pedestrian protection required at the site in accordance with the Philadelphia Building Code Chapter 33 shall be in place prior to start of work.
- PermitPlumbing
Permit 844946 · COMPLETED
INSTALL 3/4" WATER SERVICE PA20180112183 "SELF-CERTIFICATION'S ARE NO LONGER PERMITTED" - "ALL EXCAVATIONS AND PLUMBING TRENCHES IN EXCESS OF 5 FEET IN DEPTH MUST HAVE APPROVED SHORING IN PLACE AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION"
- PermitPlumbing
Permit 254358 · COMPLETED
1 SINK WITH PIPING
- InvestigationBP_BLDG
Case 189555 · PASSED
The cited inspection visit was marked passed.
- ViolationPERMP- ALTER/REPAIR/REPL PLUMB
Case 189555 · Violation 1567511 · Code A-301.1/55 · COMPLIED
City marked this violation complied with; check the resolution date and live case for what was accepted.
- InvestigationBP_BLDG
Case 189555 · FAILED
The cited inspection visit was marked failed; later rows may show follow-up or resolution.
- InvestigationBP_BLDG
Case 190032 · PASSED
The cited inspection visit was marked passed.
- ViolationPERMB- WK DONE W/O NOTIFY INSP
Case 190032 · Violation 1218056 · Code A-302.11/1 · COMPLIED
City marked this violation complied with; check the resolution date and live case for what was accepted.
- InvestigationBP_BLDG
Case 190032 · FAILED
The cited inspection visit was marked failed; later rows may show follow-up or resolution.
- ViolationPERMB- WK DONE W/O NOTIFY INSP
Case 122237 · Violation 1164992 · Code A-302.11/1 · CLOSEDCASE
City marked the case closed; that does not mean the original condition never existed.
- PermitElectrical
Permit 156720 · COMPLETED
FOR ROOF DECK, INSTALL WIRING, WEATHER PROOF BOX AND DEVICE FOR EXTERIOR GFI RECEPT FOR SINGLE POLE SWITCH WITH DIMMER FOR CONVENIENCE RECEPT. R/R WALL LIGHTS, WIRE AND INSTALL QUAD RECEPT ON 1ST FLOOR FOR CABLE TV AND PHONE JACKS AS PER 2005 NEC (SOUTH DISTRICT)
- PermitMajor alteration
Permit 122237 · COMPLETED
ROOF DECK W/ROOF, SPIRAL STAIR ACCESS AS SHOWN ON PLANS. SEE ZONING PERMIT #105449. DECK IS 12'X28' WORK TO BE DOME BY OWNER OR LICENSED CONTRACTOR.SEPERATE PERMIT REQUIRED FOR PLUMBING,ELECTRIC.
- PermitZoning
Permit 105449 · COMPLETED
ROOF DECK W/ ROOF, OPEN ON ALL SIDES [ NO WALLS ] ATOP THE EXISTING 2ND STORY ROOF W/ ACCESS VIA A SPIRAL STAIR ON AN EXISTING REAR DECK
What this record suggests
The City file documents 17 permits touching electrical work, plumbing, roof work. 16 carries a completed, issued, or approved status; that documents the filing, not the present quality of the work.
Flags: material assessment exemption — legal basis and term unverified. Informational only — not investment advice or a consumer report (FCRA).
The assessment exemption gap
OPA's 2026 taxable assessment implies about $3,919/year. Applying the same 1.3998% rate to the full assessed value would imply ~$19,597/year — $15,678/year more. That is a scenario, not a forecast: the assessment split alone does not identify the exemption program, approval date, expiration, transfer treatment, or live Tax Center balance.
2026: ($1,400,000 assessed − $1,120,031 exempt) × 1.3998% ≈ $3,919/yr
full-assessment scenario: $1,400,000 × 1.3998% ≈ $19,597/yr
The OPA amount does not prove a ten-year abatement or any other specific program. Obtain the approval history and verify the current Tax Center account; a buyer should not assume the seller's relief transfers or restarts.
The property, on paper
The city assessor's field record — the physical spec sheet behind the assessed number.
Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
2
Stories
2
Interior
1,528 sqft
livable area
Lot
728 sqft
Basement
Full, finished
city code A
Heat
Forced hot air
city code A
Central air
Yes
Exterior condition
Newer construction
city code 1
Newer construction
Interior condition
Newer construction
city code 1
Newer construction
Quality grade
C+
assessor's grade
ABCDE
Zoning
RSA5
city zoning code
OPA field-assessment attributes. Condition and grade are the assessor's codes, not an inspection.
Run the numbers
What owning 2518 Waverly St takes, at your price and your rate. Taxes start with an annual estimate from the City’s taxable assessment, not a current bill or balance; rent starts at the area median. Assessed value is not an asking price — set the price slider to the real one.
When this house last sold (2022) a 30-year mortgage ran about 5.34% — Freddie Mac's average that year.
Mortgage
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modeled year-1 return
Scenario for orientation, not advice. Assumes a 30-year fixed loan, $1,400/yr insurance, 1% of price/yr maintenance, and buyer cash equal to the down payment plus 4%. Taxes use this parcel's taxable assessment with an optional full-assessment stress test, not a live Tax Center balance. Cash flow and returns exclude vacancy, management, utilities, HOA or condo fees, leasing costs, income tax, and unplanned capital work.
Block context
2518 Waverly St sits on the 2500 block of Waverly St. Open the block report to compare its parcels, ownership and public-record history.
See the whole block →Next door: 2516 Waverly St · 2520 Waverly St
Where this comes from
- Assessment, spec sheet & owner — OPA Property Assessments, Office of Property Assessment
- Sales & deed history — Realty Transfer Tax records, Recorder of Deeds
- Permits, violations & inspections — L&I Property History · Atlas
- Tax delinquency snapshot · June 2022 — Real Estate Tax Delinquencies, Dept. of Revenue
- Historical tax ledger & liens · through 2016 — Real Estate Tax Balances, Dept. of Revenue
- Current property-tax balance — Verify with Philadelphia Revenue
- Zoning appeals — L&I & Zoning Board appeals
- Neighborhood income & rents — US Census ACS 5-year estimates
- Historical mortgage rates — Freddie Mac Primary Mortgage Market Survey, annual averages
- Imagery — Street photo © Google · Aerial © Esri, Maxar
Methodology & freshness
This report was assembled Jul 10, 2026, 5:12 PM ET. Available City datasets are queried from OpenDataPhilly (phl.carto.com) and the cited City ArcGIS feeds; record queries paginate rather than silently taking a first page. For this property: Permits: queried · Violations: queried · Investigations: queried · Appeals: queried · Licenses: queried · Building certifications: queried. “Unavailable” means the source query failed or was not supplied, not “no record.” Reports re-pull on view after seven days and on an overnight rolling schedule; citywide benchmarks recompute weekly. Source dates still govern: the parcel-level tax-delinquency snapshot is June 2022 and the separate detailed tax ledger ends in 2016, so neither establishes today’s balance. The live balance and date-effective payoff must be verified in Tax Center. AI-written passages are grounded in the assembled record and rejected if they state a number the record does not hold.
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