2026 taxable assessment $119,700 × 1.3998%. Estimate—not a bill or account balance.
OPA also publishes a 2027 assessment of $698,000; it is not the 2026 billed-year value.
House report
1517 Palethorp St
3 bd · 2 ba · 3 stories · 2,076 sqft · RSA5 · built 2020
Individual, other or unknown mailing address · assessed $599K (2026) · 2027 OPA assessment $698K · sold 1×. On the 1500 block of Palethorp St.
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Property summary
Assessment$598,5002026 OPA assessment · 2027: $698,000
Last sale$145KRecorded 2018
Est. tax bill$1,676/year2026 taxable assessment · full-value scenario $8,378/year · basis and term unverified
Tax delinquencyNo 2022 matchNot proof account is current
Permits9Every fetched City permit
Violations0 open8 historical across 4 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 1820922802026 OPA taxes $119,700 of $598,500 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 recordNew construction
Record summarynew construction appears in a 2019 permit with a reduced taxable assessment shown, followed by a recorded transfer of $630K in 2020.
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 $1,676/yr, while applying the same rate to the full assessment would imply about $8,378/yr — $6,702/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
Licensed rental — keep it that way
Renewal requires city tax clearance and zero open L&I violations on the property. A lapsed license suspends the right to collect rent or evict.
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
$598,500
2026 billed-year assessment · 2027: $698,000 · built 2020
Price / sq ft
$336
block $333 · in line w/ block
Assessment change
+330%
+20%/yr since 2019 · 2027 +17% vs 2026
Est. tax bill / yr
$1,676
0.28% effective, reduced taxable assessment
Jun 2022 tax snapshot
No match
not proof the account is current
Times sold
1
licensed rental
Assessment vs. the block and ZIP · every dated City record marked on the line
- OPA assessment · 2019$163K 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$163K 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$599K 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$599K 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$599K 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$599K 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$599K 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$599K 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$698K 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 ↗
- Deed / sale · 2020Deed / sale $630KA 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 · 2016-09-07UseThis 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 · 2019-04-17Zoning/useThis 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 · 2019-09-25Major 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 · 2019-11-22New 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 · 2020-08-05New 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 · 2020-08-08New 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 · 2019-07-06UNSAFE STRUCTUREA 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 · 2019-07-06ARCHITECT/ENGINEER SERVICESA 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 · 2019-07-06EXTERIOR STRUCT UNSAFE COND 7A 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 · 2019-07-24WORKMANLIKE- BUILDING CODEA 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 · 2019-07-24PERMB- PARTIAL DEMOLA 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 · 2019-12-10STOP WORK ORDERA 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 · 2019-12-10BP_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 · 2020-02-01WORKMANLIKE- BUILDING CODEA 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 · 2020-02-01PERMB- NO NEED BUT MUST COMPLYA 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 · 2020-02-01BP_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 ↗
- Inspection · 2019-10-31CSUINITIALA 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 ↗
- Inspection · 2022-08-10L&I investigationA 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 ↗
- License · 2025-11-20RentalA City license record tied to an activity or property use. Its issue, expiration, inactive, and status fields—not the category alone—show what was recorded for this date.Philadelphia L&I licenses and property records ↗
- Appeal · 2019-04-10Zoning board appealA challenge or request reviewed through a City appeals process. Filing an appeal does not show who prevailed; read the decision, conditions, and related permit or violation.How Philadelphia L&I appeals work ↗
Property assessmentBlock median & rangeZIP 19122 medianAssessmentDeed / saleL&I violationAppealPermitInspectionLicense
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Every dated record21 events · exact dates, newest first
- LicenseRental
- InspectionL&I investigation
- PermitNew Construction or Additions
- PermitNew Construction
- L&I violationWORKMANLIKE- BUILDING CODE
- L&I violationPERMB- NO NEED BUT MUST COMPLY
- InspectionBP_BLDG
- Deed / saleDeed / sale $630K
- L&I violationSTOP WORK ORDER
- InspectionBP_BLDG
- PermitNew Construction
- InspectionCSUINITIAL
- PermitMajor alteration
- L&I violationWORKMANLIKE- BUILDING CODE
- L&I violationPERMB- PARTIAL DEMOL
- L&I violationUNSAFE STRUCTURE
- L&I violationARCHITECT/ENGINEER SERVICES
- L&I violationEXTERIOR STRUCT UNSAFE COND 7
- PermitZoning/use
- AppealZoning board appeal
- PermitUse
The paper trail
New constructionnew construction appears in a 2019 permit with a reduced taxable assessment shown, followed by a recorded transfer of $630K in 2020.
- 2019 L&I: 4 failed, 2 passedL&I visitMajor alterationPermitNew ConstructionPermit
- 2020 New ConstructionPermitNew Construction or AdditionsPermit2 L&I violationsL&IL&I: 1 failed, 1 passedL&I visitNew ConstructionPermitNew ConstructionPermitNew Construction or AdditionsPermit$630KTransfer
- 2022 Inspection passedL&I visit
Records behind the chart
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The chart above is the primary timeline. This drawer preserves every underlying dated row and its filed status for source-level review.
Browse 28 dated records deeds, permits, inspections, licenses, violations, certifications & appeals
- LicenseRental
License 0994032 · Active
James Preston · Expires 2026-11-19
- InvestigationL&I investigation
Case 723144 · PASSED
The cited inspection visit was marked passed.
- PermitNew Construction or Additions
Permit PP-2020-006195 · Completed
new plumbing piping and fixtures installed PPC 2018
- PermitNew Construction
Permit EP-2020-004946 · Completed
200amp service, recess lights, switches, outlets, GFCI's smoke and carbon detectors, all cable and phone wiring AS PER 2014 NEC
- PermitNew Construction
Permit MP-2020-002614 · Completed
EZ PERMIT DUCTWORK & WARM-AIR APPLIANCES - For the installation if New Ductwork, Registers/Grilles/Diffusers, and Warm-Air Appliances as per attached standards. Deviations from these standards require submission of construction and site plans.
- PermitNew Construction or Additions
Permit PP-2020-004446 · Completed
For Exterior Plumbing to include CURB TRAP, FRESH AIR INLET, HOUSE DRAIN, 1" WATER SERVICE as per 2018 Philadelphia Plumbing Code.
- PermitNew Construction
Permit 1043968 · Completed
FOR THE INSTALLATION OF A TWO (2) INCH FIRE SERVICE LINE WITH ONE AND HALF INCH (1-1/2") BACKFLOW PREVENTER, AUTOMATIC FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEM AS PER NFPA 13R. ALL WORK SHALL BE DONE IN ACCORDANCE WITH APPROVED PLANS/HYDRAULIC CALCULATIONS.
- ViolationWORKMANLIKE- BUILDING CODE
Case 723144 · Violation 229314973 · Code A-104.1/1 · COMPLIED
Resolution: COMPLIED - OWNER REPAIR City marked this violation complied with; check the resolution date and live case for what was accepted.
- ViolationPERMB- NO NEED BUT MUST COMPLY
Case 723144 · Violation 229314974 · Code A-301.2/1 · COMPLIED
Resolution: COMPLIED - OWNER REPAIR City marked this violation complied with; check the resolution date and live case for what was accepted.
- InvestigationBP_BLDG
Case 723144 · FAILED
The cited inspection visit was marked failed; later rows may show follow-up or resolution.
- InvestigationBP_BLDG
Case 718627 · PASSED
The cited inspection visit was marked passed.
- Recorded transfer$630K transfer
2020
- ViolationSTOP WORK ORDER
Case 718627 · Violation 5265319 · Code A-504.1/1 · COMPLIED
City marked this violation complied with; check the resolution date and live case for what was accepted.
- InvestigationBP_BLDG
Case 718627 · FAILED
The cited inspection visit was marked failed; later rows may show follow-up or resolution.
- PermitNew Construction
Permit 1024984 · Completed
FOR THE ERECTION OF AN ATTSCHED STRUCTURE WITH CELLAR ND ROOF DECK (W/ ACCESS STRUCTUE ABOVE FOURTH STORY); REAR BALCON ON SECOND FLOOR; ONE CAR GARAGE ACCESSIBLE FROM SHARED DRIVE AISLE IN REAR. UNDERPINNING IS PART OF THIS PERMIT WITH SPECIAL INSPECIONS.
- InvestigationCSUINITIAL
Case 694278 · PASSED
The cited inspection visit was marked passed.
- InvestigationBP_BLDG
Case 697108 · PASSED
The cited inspection visit was marked passed.
- PermitMajor alteration
Permit 1004081 · COMPLETED
FOR COMPLIANCE OF CASE VIOLATION #694278 TO REMOVE THE REMAINING BEARING WALL STRUCTURE IDENTIFIED TO BE UNSTABLE IN ACCORDANCE WITH APPROVED PLAN AND ENGINEER'S STATEMENT. (IEBC 2018) **SEPARATE PERMITS REQ'D FOR ALL WORKSCOPE THAT DOES NOT ADDRESS CASE VIOLATION #694278.**
- InvestigationBP_BLDG
Case 697108 · FAILED
The cited inspection visit was marked failed; later rows may show follow-up or resolution.
- ViolationWORKMANLIKE- BUILDING CODE
Case 697108 · Violation 5172705 · Code A-104.1/1 · COMPLIED
City marked this violation complied with; check the resolution date and live case for what was accepted.
- ViolationPERMB- PARTIAL DEMOL
Case 697108 · Violation 5172706 · Code A-301.1/6 · COMPLIED
City marked this violation complied with; check the resolution date and live case for what was accepted.
- ViolationUNSAFE STRUCTURE
Case 694278 · Violation 5098974 · Code PM15-108.1 · COMPLIED
City marked this violation complied with; check the resolution date and live case for what was accepted.
- ViolationARCHITECT/ENGINEER SERVICES
Case 694278 · Violation 5098973 · Code A-304.1/1 · COMPLIED
City marked this violation complied with; check the resolution date and live case for what was accepted.
- ViolationEXTERIOR STRUCT UNSAFE COND 7
Case 694278 · Violation 5098975 · Code PM15-304.1G · COMPLIED
City marked this violation complied with; check the resolution date and live case for what was accepted.
- InvestigationCSUINITIAL
Case 694278 · FAILED
The cited inspection visit was marked failed; later rows may show follow-up or resolution.
- PermitZoning/use
Permit 928288 · COMPLETED
FOR THE ERECTION OF AN ATTACHED STRUCTURE WITH A ROOF DECK, A ROOF DECK ACCESS STRUCTURE, AND A DECK. SIZE AND LOCATION AS SHOWN IN APPLICATION/PLAN. FOR USE AS A SINGLE-FAMILY DWELLING (HOUSEHOLD LIVING) WITH ONE (1) ACCESSORY OFF-STREET PARKING (INTERIOR).
- AppealZoning board appeal
Appeal 36229 · OPEN · Granted
Related permit 928288 · PERMIT FOR THE ERECTION OF AN ATTACHED STRUCTURE WITH A ROOF DECK, A ROOF DECK ACCESS STRUCTURE, AND A DECK. SIZE AND LOCATION AS SHOWN IN APPLICATION/PLAN. FOR USE AS A SINGLE-FAMILY DWELLING (HOUSEHOLD LIVING) WITH ONE (1) ACCESSORY OFF-S
- PermitUse
Permit 715111 · COMPLETED
FOR THE LOT ADJUSTMENT TO CREATE SEVENTEEN (17) LOTS (LOT 1 THROUGH LOT 17) FROM ONE (1) EXISTING LOT (171 79 JEFFERSON ST) AND TO CREATE AN EASEMENT AT THE REAR OF LOT 1 THROUGH LOT 17. SIZE AND LOCATION AS SHOWN ON PLANS/APPLICATION. ON LOTS 1- 8 AND 10-17: FOR THE ERECTION OF AN ATTACHED STRUCTURE WITH A ROOF DECK AND A ROOF DECK ACCESS STRUCTURE AND A DECK AT THE SECOND FLOOR REAR (LOCATED OVER THE EASEMENT). SIZE AND LOCATION AS SHOWN ON PLANS/APPLICATION. FOR USE AS SINGLE FAMILY HOUSEHOLD LIVING WITH ONE (1) INTERIOR ACCESSORY PARKING SPACE. PARKING ACCESSED BY THE SHARED DRIVEWAY EASEMENT. ON LOT 9: VACANT LOT. USE REGISTRATION PERMIT REQUIRED PRIOR TO OCCUPANCY. PROVISO: REVISED PLANS CONSISTING OF 1 PAGE STAMPED TODAY (3/30/16) BY THE ZBA
What this record suggests
The City file documents 9 permits touching electrical work, plumbing, roof work. 9 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 · active rental license · 1 zoning/board appeal on record. Informational only — not investment advice or a consumer report (FCRA).
The assessment exemption gap
OPA's 2026 taxable assessment implies about $1,676/year. Applying the same 1.3998% rate to the full assessed value would imply ~$8,378/year — $6,702/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: ($598,500 assessed − $478,769 exempt) × 1.3998% ≈ $1,676/yr
full-assessment scenario: $598,500 × 1.3998% ≈ $8,378/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
3
Interior
2,076 sqft
livable area
Lot
783 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
Zoning
RSA5
city zoning code
Zoning appeals
1
OPEN · Granted · 2019
OPA field-assessment attributes. Condition and grade are the assessor's codes, not an inspection.
Run the numbers
What owning 1517 Palethorp 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 (2018) a 30-year mortgage ran about 4.54% — Freddie Mac's average that year.
Mortgage
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P&I · 30-yr fixed
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+ taxes & insurance
Estimated cash needed
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down + 4% planning allowance
Modeled cash flow
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rent − shown costs · /mo
Modeled cap rate
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modeled NOI ÷ price
Modeled cash-on-cash
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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
1517 Palethorp St sits on the 1500 block of Palethorp St. Open the block report to compare its parcels, ownership and public-record history.
See the whole block →Next door: 1515 Palethorp St · 1519 Palethorp 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, 11:07 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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