House report

2519 N 7th St

4 bd · 1 ba · 1 story · 1,494 sqft · RM1 · built 1920

Entity-held · assessed $116K (2026) · 2027 OPA assessment $167K · 3 licensed units · sold 3×. On the 2500 block of N 7th St.

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Property summary

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Estimated annual Real Estate Tax$1,625/year

2026 taxable assessment $116,100 × 1.3998%. Estimate—not a bill or account balance.

OPA also publishes a 2027 assessment of $167,400; it is not the 2026 billed-year value.

Official current account balanceCheck live

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 371062600
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Exemption classificationNo exemption shown

2026 taxable assessment equals the full assessed value.

Historical delinquency sources Record found

This parcel did not match the June 2022 delinquency snapshot. That absence does not confirm the account is current today.

A separate historical parcel ledger ending in 2016 records $1,062.87 and a lien entry. It is shown as historical context only.

2016$1,062.87 total · $893.67 principal · $13.40 interest · $8.94 penalty

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 record
Finding

New construction

Record summary

$195K transfer recorded in 2022; new construction appears in a 2022 permit, followed by a recorded transfer of $96K in 2022.

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Finding

Marked sealed, but licensed as a rental

Record summary

The assessor's condition code says sealed, while L&I shows an active rental license here. Both can't be current.

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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 1920: 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.

If you own it

$1,063 in the historical tax ledger through 2016

Historical context only, not a current payoff figure; that ledger also contains a lien entry. Verify today's balance and lien status directly with Philadelphia Revenue before relying on it.

If you’re the landlord

Lead certificate is not optional

Built 1920: 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

Burg 2519 N 7th St LLC · corporate / LLC owner

• Tax bills mail to 4823 Longshore Ave Ste 101, Philadelphia PA, 19135
• 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
$116,100
2026 billed-year assessment · 2027: $167,400 · built 1920
Price / sq ft
$112
block $112 · in line w/ block
Assessment change
+185%
+10%/yr since 2016 · 2027 +44% vs 2026
Est. tax bill / yr
$1,625
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$100K$200KZIP 19133 median$167K2005200920132017202120252027
Property assessmentBlock median & rangeZIP 19133 medianAssessmentDeed / saleL&I violationAppealPermitInspectionLicenseCertification

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Every dated record26 events · exact dates, newest first
  1. AppealZBA Permit Denial - Variance
  2. InspectionL&I investigation
  3. LicenseRental
  4. CertificationFire Alarm Certification
  5. PermitAddition and/or Alterations
  6. PermitAddition and/or Alteration
  7. PermitNew Construction or Additions
  8. PermitAddition and/or Alterations
  9. PermitAddition and/or Alteration
  10. PermitNew construction, addition, GFA change
  11. PermitChange of Use
  12. Deed / saleDeed / sale $195K
  13. Deed / saleDeed / sale $96K
  14. InspectionL&I investigation
  15. L&I violationSWO- CONSTR W/O BLDG PERMIT (Stop-work order for construction without a building permit)
  16. L&I violationPERME- INST/REPL/REPAIR WIRE (Electrical permit required for wiring installation, replacement, or repair)
  17. L&I violationPERMB- ALTER REPAIR INT PART (Building permit required for interior alteration or repair)
  18. L&I violationPERMB- INSTALL HVAC SYS
  19. L&I violationPERMP- ALTER/REPAIR/REPL PLUMB
  20. InspectionBP_BLDG
  21. InspectionPRECOURT (likely: pre-court compliance inspection)
  22. InspectionHCEU INSP (Housing Code Enforcement Unit inspection)
  23. InspectionHCEU INSP (Housing Code Enforcement Unit inspection)
  24. L&I violationVACANT AND OPEN
  25. L&I violationVACANT STRUCTURE LICENSE
  26. LicenseRental

The paper trail

$195K transfer recorded in 2022; new construction appears in a 2022 permit, followed by a recorded transfer of $96K in 2022.

  1. 2020 L&I: 1 failed, 1 passedL&I visit
  2. 2022 $195KTransfer$96KTransferChange of UsePermitNew construction, addition, GFA changePermitAddition and/or AlterationPermitAddition and/or AlterationsPermitNew Construction or AdditionsPermit
  3. 2023 Addition and/or AlterationPermitAddition and/or AlterationsPermit
  4. 2024 Inspection passedL&I visit
  5. 2026 Appeal deniedZoning

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Browse 28 dated records deeds, permits, inspections, licenses, violations, certifications & appeals
  1. AppealZBA Permit Denial - Variance

    Appeal ZP-2025-002393 · Completed · Denied

    Related permit ZP-2025-002393 · PERMIT FOR THE USE * VISITOR ACCOMMODATIONS * IN AN EXISTING ATTACHED STRUCTURE

  2. InvestigationL&I investigation

    Case 665758 · PASSED

    The cited inspection visit was marked passed.

  3. LicenseRental

    License 0960999 · Active

    BURG 2519 N 7th st, LLC · Expires 2026-09-10

  4. CertificationFire Alarm Certification

    Certification BC-2024-010079 · Certified

    Expires 2025-04-10

  5. PermitAddition and/or Alterations

    Permit FP-2022-003063 · Completed

    FOR THE INSTALLATION OF A FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEM IN ACCORDANCE WITH NFPA 13R THROUGHOUT THE ENTIRE BUILDING WITH 2” FIRE SERVICE AND 2" BACKFLOW PREVENTION ASSEMBLY. ALL WORK SHALL COMPLY WITH THE APPROVED PLANS. ALL WORK SHALL BE PERFORMED BY A FIRE SUPPRESSION CONTRACTOR LICENSED BY THE CITY OF PHILADELPHIA.

  6. PermitAddition and/or Alteration

    Permit EP-2023-001419 · Completed

    Install New 400 amp Main Service With 4 Meters And Complete Electrical Fit Out Of 3-Unit Apt Bldg. With All New Outlets, Switches, Lighting And smoke/CO Detectors To 2017 NEC Code. Install New Fire Alarm System To 2016 NFPA 72.

  7. PermitNew Construction or Additions

    Permit PP-2022-015436 · Completed

    Installing 18 Fixtures & 3 Washer Machines Installing 1" Water Service, 5" Curb Trap, 4" Main Drain, 4" Fresh Air Inlet

  8. PermitAddition and/or Alterations

    Permit MP-2022-004710 · Completed

    FOR THE INSTALLATION OF AN HVAC MECHANICAL SYSTEM TO INCLUDE ELECTRIC UNIT HEATERS, AIR CONDITIONING UNITS, OUTDOOR CONDENSING UNITS, AIR DEVISES, DIFFUSERS/REGISTERS/GRILLES, AND ASSOCIATED DUCTWORK. APPLIANCE TO BE INSTALLED IN ACCORDANCE WITH MANUFACTURER'S SPECIFICATIONS. ALL WORK IS TO BE DONE PER APPROVED PLANS. IF FIELD CONDITIONS VARY, CONTACT THE DESIGN ENGINEER PRIOR TO THE START OF ANY WORK. SEPARATE PERMITS ARE REQUIRED FOR ALL OTHER WORK.

  9. PermitAddition and/or Alteration

    Permit CP-2022-004912 · Completed

    FOR THE ERECTION OF A THREE-STORY ADDITION AND FOR LEVEL 3 ALTERATION OF THE EXISTING ATTACHED STRUCTURE AS PER PLANS. FOR A THREE-STORY, ATTACHED STRUCTURE OF TYPE VB CONSTRUCTION WITH A CELLAR AND A ROOF DECK WITH A ROOF ACCESS STRUCTURE. FOR THREE (3) DWELLING UNITS.

  10. PermitNew construction, addition, GFA change

    Permit ZP-2022-007599 · Completed

    FOR THE ERCTION OF ADDITIONS TO AN EXISTING STRUCTURE. SIZES AND LOCTATIONS AS SHOWN IN PLAN.

  11. PermitChange of Use

    Permit ZP-2022-008473 · Issued

    Residential - Household Living - Multi-Family

  12. Recorded transfer$195K transfer

    2022

  13. Recorded transfer$96K transfer

    2022

  14. InvestigationL&I investigation

    Case 705678 · PASSED

    The cited inspection visit was marked passed.

  15. InvestigationL&I investigation

    Case 705678 · FAILED

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

  16. ViolationSWO- CONSTR W/O BLDG PERMIT (Stop-work order for construction without a building permit)

    Case 705678 · Violation 211970566 · Code A-504.1/3 · COMPLIED

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

  17. ViolationPERME- INST/REPL/REPAIR WIRE (Electrical permit required for wiring installation, replacement, or repair)

    Case 705678 · Violation 211970564 · Code A-301.1/51 · COMPLIED

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

  18. ViolationPERMB- ALTER REPAIR INT PART (Building permit required for interior alteration or repair)

    Case 705678 · Violation 211970562 · Code A-301.1/4 · COMPLIED

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

  19. ViolationPERMB- INSTALL HVAC SYS

    Case 705678 · Violation 211970560 · Code A-301.1/46 · COMPLIED

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

  20. ViolationPERMP- ALTER/REPAIR/REPL PLUMB

    Case 705678 · Violation 211970558 · 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.

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

    Case 665758 · FAILED

    A follow-up before or during enforcement escalation; confirm the case sequence in the City file. The cited inspection visit was marked failed; later rows may show follow-up or resolution.

  22. InvestigationHCEU INSP (Housing Code Enforcement Unit inspection)

    Case 665758 · 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.

  23. InvestigationHCEU INSP (Housing Code Enforcement Unit inspection)

    Case 665745 · 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.

  24. ViolationVACANT AND OPEN

    Case 665745 · Violation 4888305 · Code PM15-108.2 · CLOSEDCASE

    City marked the case closed; that does not mean the original condition never existed.

  25. ViolationVACANT STRUCTURE LICENSE

    Case 665758 · Violation 211955353 · Code 9-3905 · COMPLIED

    Resolution: COMPLIED - LICENSE/CERTIFICATE/REPORT OBTAINED 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 665745 · 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. LicenseRental

    License 313952 · Inactive

    AYESH BALLARD · Expires 2006-02-28 · Inactive 2012-12-22

  28. PermitChange of Use

    Permit ZP-2025-002393 · Refused

What this record suggests

The City file documents 8 permits touching electrical work, plumbing, roof work. 7 carries a completed, issued, or approved status; that documents the filing, not the present quality of the work.

Flags: active rental license · historical tax ledger through 2016 recorded $1K with a lien entry · 1 zoning/board appeal on record. 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
4
Bathrooms
1
Stories
1
Interior
1,494 sqft
livable area
Lot
1,358 sqft
Exterior condition
Sealed / compromised
city code 7
Sealed / compromised
Interior condition
Average
city code 4
Quality grade
C-
assessor's grade
Zoning
RM1
city zoning code
Zoning appeals
1
Completed · Denied · 2026

OPA field-assessment attributes. Condition and grade are the assessor's codes, not an inspection.

Where the record looks off

Places where the city's own paperwork disagrees with itself. These are flags on the data — not problems with the property.

Marked sealed, but licensed as a rental

The assessor's condition code says sealed, while L&I shows an active rental license here. Both can't be current.

Run the numbers

What owning 2519 N 7th 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 3 licensed units × ~85% of the area's median unit rent — the whole building's income, not one unit's. Assessed value is not an asking price — set the price slider to the real one.

$167K
20%
6.875%
$3K/mo

When this house last sold (2022) a 30-year mortgage ran about 5.34% — 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, $2,100/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

2519 N 7th St sits on the 2500 block of N 7th St. Open the block report to compare its parcels, ownership and public-record history.

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Next door: 2517 N 7th St  ·  2521 N 7th St

Where this comes from

Methodology & freshness

This report was assembled Jul 10, 2026, 11:37 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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