House report

1521 S Marston St

3 bd · 1 ba · 2 stories · 1,070 sqft · RSA5 · built 1925

Entity-held · assessed $213K (2026) · 2027 OPA assessment $242K · sold 3×. On the 1500 block of S Marston St.

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Estimated annual Real Estate Tax$2,986/year

2026 taxable assessment $213,300 × 1.3998%. Estimate—not a bill or account balance.

OPA also publishes a 2027 assessment of $241,800; it is not the 2026 billed-year value.

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OPA 364322900
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Exemption classificationNo exemption shown

2026 taxable assessment equals the full assessed value.

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.

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What stands out

From the public record
Finding

New construction

Record summary

new construction appears in a 2019 permit, followed by a recorded transfer of $190K in 2024.

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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

Built 1925: lead rules apply

Federal law requires a lead-paint disclosure at sale for any pre-1978 home. If it will be rented, Philadelphia also requires a lead-safe or lead-free certificate before a rental license can issue.

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

Lead certificate is not optional

Built 1925: every rental unit needs a lead-safe or lead-free certificate on file with the City. Without one: fines up to $2,000/day per unit, tenants may withhold rent, courts can order rent refunded — and no eviction will stand.

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.

Who's behind it

Emerald Equity Ventures LLC · corporate / LLC owner

• Tax bills mail to Po Box 4022, Great Neck NY, 11023 — outside Philadelphia
• Holds an active rental license for this address

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
$213,300
2026 billed-year assessment · 2027: $241,800 · built 1925
Price / sq ft
$226
block $144 · above block
Assessment change
+349%
+15%/yr since 2016 · 2027 +13% vs 2026
Est. tax bill / yr
$2,986
1.4% effective
Jun 2022 tax snapshot
No match
not proof the account is current
Times sold
3
licensed rental

Assessment vs. the block and ZIP · every dated City record marked on the line

$0$250K$500KZIP 19146 median$242K2004200820122016202020242027
Property assessmentBlock median & rangeZIP 19146 medianAssessmentDeed / saleL&I violationPermitInspectionLicense

Scroll horizontally to move through the years. 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 record29 events · exact dates, newest first
  1. InspectionL&I investigation
  2. LicenseRental
  3. Deed / saleDeed / sale $190K
  4. PermitAlterations
  5. PermitAddition and/or Alteration
  6. PermitAddition and/or Alterations
  7. PermitAddition and/or Alteration
  8. InspectionL&I investigation
  9. InspectionL&I investigation
  10. PermitNew Construction
  11. PermitAlterations
  12. InspectionBP_BLDG
  13. L&I violationCOMPL CONCEAL- PLUMB PERM WORK
  14. L&I violationCOMPL CONCEAL- ELEC PERM WORK
  15. L&I violationCOMPL CONCEAL- BLDG PERM WORK
  16. L&I violationPERMB- WK DONE W/O NOTIFY INSP
  17. L&I violationPERMP- ALTER/REPAIR/REPL PLUMB
  18. L&I violationPENALTY- NO PLUMB PERM INFO
  19. L&I violationSTOP WORK ORDER
  20. PermitAddition and/or Alteration
  21. InspectionHCEU INSP (Housing Code Enforcement Unit inspection)
  22. L&I violationLICENSE-RES GENERAL
  23. L&I violationLICENSE-NO LIC/NO RENT
  24. L&I violationLICENSE-RES SFD/2FD
  25. InspectionPRECOURT (likely: pre-court compliance inspection)
  26. InspectionHCEU INSP (Housing Code Enforcement Unit inspection)
  27. L&I violationEXT A-CLEAN RUBBISH/GARBAGE (Remove rubbish or garbage from the exterior area)
  28. PermitPlumbing
  29. LicenseRental

The paper trail

new construction appears in a 2019 permit, followed by a recorded transfer of $190K in 2024.

  1. 2019 Inspection failed ×2L&I visitAlterationsPermitNew ConstructionPermit
  2. 2020 Inspection failed ×3L&I visit
  3. 2021 Inspection failedL&I visit
  4. 2022 Addition and/or AlterationPermitAddition and/or AlterationsPermit
  5. 2023 Addition and/or AlterationPermitAddition and/or AlterationPermitAlterationsPermit
  6. 2024 $190KTransfer
  7. 2026 Inspection passedL&I visit

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Browse 32 dated records deeds, permits, inspections, licenses, violations, certifications & appeals
  1. InvestigationL&I investigation

    Case 698225 · PASSED

    The cited inspection visit was marked passed.

  2. LicenseRental

    License 943529 · Active

    emerald equity ventures · Expires 2027-02-04

  3. Recorded transfer$190K transfer

    2024

  4. PermitAlterations

    Permit PP-2023-004438 · Completed

    REPLACE STACK,WASTE AND WATER LINES TO 2-TOILETS,2-LAVS AND 1-TUB.THE INSTALLATION WILL COMPLY WITH THE PHILADELPHIA PLUMBING CODE 2004 - THE INSTALLATION DOES NOT INCLUDE GARBAGE DISPOSAL OR DISHWASHER

  5. PermitAddition and/or Alteration

    Permit EP-2023-002727 · Completed

    AMEND Replacing Outlets and Switches and Lights, Install GFCI in Bathroom and Kitchen, Install New Smoke detector and Carbon Detector as per 2017 nec 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.

  6. PermitAddition and/or Alteration

    Permit EP-2023-002723 · Completed

    Install New 200 amp service and New grounding System as Per NEC 2017 .

  7. PermitAddition and/or Alterations

    Permit MP-2022-006043 · Completed

    EZ PERMIT DUCTWORK & WARM-AIR APPLIANCES - For the installation of New Ductwork, Registers/Grilles/Diffusers, and Warm-Air Appliances as per attached standards. Deviations from these standards require submission of construction and site plans. EACH HVAC UNIT TO BE SELF-CONTAINED WITHIN EACH DWELLING UNIT. NO PENETRATIONS OF RATED ASSEMBLIES. (replace existing air handler with new gas air handler).

  8. PermitAddition and/or Alteration

    Permit RP-2022-008105 · Completed

    For interior non-structural alterations to an existing attached Single Family Dwelling per plans. Separate permits are required for all associated MEP work. Basement to remain non-habitable.

  9. InvestigationL&I investigation

    Case 698225 · FAILED

    The cited inspection visit was marked failed; later rows may show follow-up or resolution.

  10. PermitNew Construction

    Permit 1015380 · Issued

    REWIRE THROUGHOUT SWITCHES, OUTLETS, LIGHT FIXTURES & SMOKE DETECTORS AND INSTALL NEW ELECTRICAL CABLE AS PER NEC 2014 SOUTH DISTRICT

  11. PermitAlterations

    Permit 1007756 · Expired

    REPLACE STACK,WASTE AND WATER LINES TO 2-TOILETS,2-LAVS AND 1-TUB.THE INSTALLATION WILL COMPLY WITH THE PHILADELPHIA PLUMBING CODE 2004 - THE INSTALLATION DOES NOT INCLUDE GARBAGE DISPOSAL OR DISHWASHER

  12. ViolationCOMPL CONCEAL- PLUMB PERM WORK

    Case 698225 · Violation 211967338 · Code A-402.1/4 · COMPLIED

    Resolution: COMPLIED - PERMIT OBTAINED City marked this violation complied with; check the resolution date and live case for what was accepted.

  13. ViolationCOMPL CONCEAL- ELEC PERM WORK

    Case 698225 · Violation 211967384 · Code A-402.1/3 · COMPLIED

    Resolution: COMPLIED - PERMIT OBTAINED City marked this violation complied with; check the resolution date and live case for what was accepted.

  14. ViolationCOMPL CONCEAL- BLDG PERM WORK

    Case 698225 · Violation 211967434 · Code A-402.1/1 · COMPLIED

    Resolution: COMPLIED - PERMIT OBTAINED City marked this violation complied with; check the resolution date and live case for what was accepted.

  15. ViolationPERMB- WK DONE W/O NOTIFY INSP

    Case 698225 · Violation 211967394 · Code A-302.11/1 · COMPLIED

    Resolution: COMPLIED - PERMIT OBTAINED City marked this violation complied with; check the resolution date and live case for what was accepted.

  16. ViolationPERMP- ALTER/REPAIR/REPL PLUMB

    Case 698225 · Violation 211967389 · Code A-301.1/55 · COMPLIED

    Resolution: COMPLIED - PERMIT OBTAINED City marked this violation complied with; check the resolution date and live case for what was accepted.

  17. ViolationPENALTY- NO PLUMB PERM INFO

    Case 698225 · Violation 211967386 · Code A-901.13/3 · COMPLIED

    Resolution: COMPLIED - PERMIT OBTAINED City marked this violation complied with; check the resolution date and live case for what was accepted.

  18. ViolationSTOP WORK ORDER

    Case 698225 · Violation 211967385 · Code A-504.1/1 · COMPLIED

    Resolution: COMPLIED - PERMIT OBTAINED City marked this violation complied with; check the resolution date and live case for what was accepted.

  19. PermitNew Construction

    Permit 991397 · Expired

    - 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.

  20. PermitNew Construction

    Permit 990523 · Expired

    UPGRADE ELECTRICAL SERVICE FROM 100AMP TO 200AMP, PER 2014 NEC

  21. PermitAddition and/or Alteration

    Permit 938830 · Issued

    EZ PERMIT STADARD ALTERATIONS- For alterations to an existing one family dwelling as per attached standard. Deviations from this standard will result in permit revocation and require submission of construction plans.

  22. InvestigationHCEU INSP (Housing Code Enforcement Unit inspection)

    Case 266018 · PASSED

    A legacy L&I inspection label. The unit inspected housing for property-maintenance, fire-prevention, and related code compliance; the separate status says how that visit ended. The cited inspection visit was marked passed.

  23. ViolationLICENSE-RES GENERAL

    Case 266018 · Violation 1976256 · Code PM-102.0/1 · COMPLIED

    City marked this violation complied with; check the resolution date and live case for what was accepted.

  24. ViolationLICENSE-NO LIC/NO RENT

    Case 266018 · Violation 1976258 · Code PM-102.6/3 · COMPLIED

    City marked this violation complied with; check the resolution date and live case for what was accepted.

  25. ViolationLICENSE-RES SFD/2FD

    Case 266018 · Violation 1976257 · Code PM-102.3/1 · COMPLIED

    City marked this violation complied with; check the resolution date and live case for what was accepted.

  26. InvestigationHCEU INSP (Housing Code Enforcement Unit inspection)

    Case 266018 · FAILED

    A legacy L&I inspection label. The unit inspected housing for property-maintenance, fire-prevention, and related code compliance; the separate status says how that visit ended. The cited inspection visit was marked failed; later rows may show follow-up or resolution.

  27. InvestigationPRECOURT (likely: pre-court compliance inspection)

    Case 248385 · PASSED

    A follow-up before or during enforcement escalation; confirm the case sequence in the City file. The cited inspection visit was marked passed.

  28. InvestigationHCEU INSP (Housing Code Enforcement Unit inspection)

    Case 248385 · CLOSED

    A legacy L&I inspection label. The unit inspected housing for property-maintenance, fire-prevention, and related code compliance; the separate status says how that visit ended. City marked the record closed; open the case for the closing reason.

  29. InvestigationHCEU INSP (Housing Code Enforcement Unit inspection)

    Case 248385 · FAILED

    A legacy L&I inspection label. The unit inspected housing for property-maintenance, fire-prevention, and related code compliance; the separate status says how that visit ended. The cited inspection visit was marked failed; later rows may show follow-up or resolution.

  30. ViolationEXT A-CLEAN RUBBISH/GARBAGE (Remove rubbish or garbage from the exterior area)

    Case 248385 · Violation 1857265 · Code PM-302.2/2 · COMPLIED

    City marked this violation complied with; check the resolution date and live case for what was accepted.

  31. PermitPlumbing

    Permit 251306 · COMPLETED

    REPLACE HOUSE TRAP AND FRESH AIR INLET

  32. LicenseRental

    License 234519 · Inactive

    PETER J MICCICHE · Expires 2019-02-28 · Inactive 2019-04-29

What this record suggests

The City file documents 11 permits touching kitchen work, bathroom work, electrical work, plumbing. 8 carries a completed, issued, or approved status; that documents the filing, not the present quality of the work.

Flags: active rental license. Informational only — not investment advice or a consumer report (FCRA).

The property, on paper

The city assessor's field record — the physical spec sheet behind the assessed number.

Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
1
Stories
2
Interior
1,070 sqft
livable area
Lot
743 sqft
Basement
Full, unfinished
city code C
Heat
Forced hot air
city code A
Central air
Yes
Exterior condition
New / rehabbed
city code 2
New / rehabbed
Interior condition
New / rehabbed
city code 2
New / rehabbed
Quality grade
C
assessor's grade
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 1521 S Marston 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.

$190K
20%
6.875%
$950/mo

When this house last sold (2024) a 30-year mortgage ran about 6.72% — Freddie Mac's average that year.

Mortgage
P&I · 30-yr fixed
All-in monthly
+ taxes & insurance
Estimated cash needed
down + 4% planning allowance
Modeled cash flow
rent − shown costs · /mo
Modeled cap rate
modeled NOI ÷ price
Modeled cash-on-cash
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, 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

1521 S Marston St sits on the 1500 block of S Marston St. Open the block report to compare its parcels, ownership and public-record history.

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Where this comes from

Methodology & freshness

This report was assembled Jul 11, 2026, 7:50 AM 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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