2026 taxable assessment $94,500 × 1.3998%. Estimate—not a bill or account balance.
OPA also publishes a 2027 assessment of $462,700; it is not the 2026 billed-year value.
Multi-family report
2522 N Howard St
4 bd · 2 ba · 3 stories · 1,575 sqft · RM1 · built 2020
Individual, other or unknown mailing address · assessed $473K (2026) · 2027 OPA assessment $463K · 2 licensed units · sold 3×. On the 2500 block of N Howard St.
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Property summary
Assessment$472,5002026 OPA assessment · 2027: $462,700
Last sale$482KRecorded 2021
Est. tax bill$1,323/year2026 taxable assessment · full-value scenario $6,614/year · basis and term unverified
Tax delinquencyNo 2022 matchNot proof account is current
Permits9Every fetched City permit
Violations0 openNo historical match in fetched records
“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 1920177002026 OPA taxes $94,500 of $472,500 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 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 $625.79 and a lien entry. It is shown as historical context only.
2001$43.66 total · $15.20 principal · $20.74 interest · $1.06 penalty2002$42.06 total · $15.20 principal · $19.38 interest · $1.06 penalty2003$40.44 total · $15.20 principal · $18.01 interest · $1.06 penalty2004$38.82 total · $15.20 principal · $16.64 interest · $1.06 penalty2005$37.21 total · $15.20 principal · $15.27 interest · $1.06 penalty2006$35.59 total · $15.20 principal · $13.90 interest · $1.06 penalty2007$33.98 total · $15.20 principal · $12.54 interest · $1.06 penalty2008$32.37 total · $15.20 principal · $11.17 interest · $1.06 penalty2009$30.75 total · $15.20 principal · $9.80 interest · $1.06 penalty2010$29.13 total · $15.20 principal · $8.43 interest · $1.06 penalty2011$30.27 total · $16.71 principal · $7.77 interest · $1.17 penalty2012$29.58 total · $17.35 principal · $6.51 interest · $1.21 penalty2013$28.73 total · $17.97 principal · $5.12 interest · $1.26 penalty2014$64.40 total · $43.15 principal · $8.41 interest · $3.02 penalty2015$59.83 total · $43.15 principal · $4.53 interest · $3.02 penalty2016$48.97 total · $45.07 principal · $0.68 interest · $0.45 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 recordNew construction
Record summary$8K transfer recorded in 2018; new construction appears in a 2019 permit with a reduced taxable assessment shown, followed by a recorded transfer of $482K in 2021.
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 $1,323/yr, while applying the same rate to the full assessment would imply about $6,614/yr — $5,291/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.
If you own it
$626 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
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 building, 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
$472,500
2026 billed-year assessment · 2027: $462,700 · built 2020
Price / sq ft
$294
block $120 · above block
Assessment change
+16425%
+59%/yr since 2016 · 2027 -2% vs 2026
Est. tax bill / yr
$1,323
0.28% effective, reduced taxable assessment
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
- OPA assessment · 2016$3K 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$10K 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$10K 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$10K 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$10K 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$450K 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$450K 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$450K 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$450K 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$473K 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$473K 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$463K 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 ↗
- Land buy · 2018Land record $8KA land-record event associated with this parcel. Review the recorded instrument to determine whether it reflects a conveyance, parcel change, or another filing.How to read the recorded document ↗
- Land buy · 2018Land record $38KA land-record event associated with this parcel. Review the recorded instrument to determine whether it reflects a conveyance, parcel change, or another filing.How to read the recorded document ↗
- Deed / sale · 2021Deed / sale $482KA 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 · 2019-07-19Zoning/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 · 2019-07-19New 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 · 2020-02-28New 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 · 2020-03-11New 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 ↗
- Permit · 2024-08-19Roof Covering ReplacementThis 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 · 2024-08-19Wall Covering ReplacementThis 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 ↗
- License · 2020-09-28RentalA 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 ↗
- License · 2021-03-23RentalA 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 ↗
Property assessmentBlock median & rangeZIP 19133 medianAssessmentDeed / saleLand buyPermitLicense
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Every dated record11 events · exact dates, newest first
- PermitRoof Covering Replacement
- PermitWall Covering Replacement
- LicenseRental
- Deed / saleDeed / sale $482K
- LicenseRental
- PermitNew Construction or Additions
- PermitNew Construction
- PermitZoning/use
- PermitNew Construction
- Land buyLand record $8K
- Land buyLand record $38K
The paper trail
New construction$8K transfer recorded in 2018; new construction appears in a 2019 permit with a reduced taxable assessment shown, followed by a recorded transfer of $482K in 2021.
- 2018 $8KLand transfer$38KLand transfer
- 2019 Zoning/usePermitNew ConstructionPermit
- 2020 New ConstructionPermitNew ConstructionPermitNew ConstructionPermitNew Construction or AdditionsPermitNew Construction or AdditionsPermit
- 2021 $482KTransfer
- 2024 Roof Covering ReplacementPermitWall Covering ReplacementPermit
Records behind the chart
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Browse 14 dated records deeds, permits, inspections, licenses, violations, certifications & appeals
- PermitRoof Covering Replacement
Permit GM-2024-007314 · 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.
- PermitWall Covering Replacement
Permit GM-2024-007315 · 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.
- LicenseRental
License 864219 · Active
Randall Justus · Expires 2027-03-22
- Recorded transfer$482K transfer
2021
- LicenseRental
License 852325 · Closed
HOWARD STREET HOLDINGS LLC · Expires 2021-09-27 · Inactive 2021-11-26
- PermitNew Construction or Additions
Permit 1056977 · Completed
INSTALL 2-NEW 1" WATER DISTRIBUTION PIPE,HOUSE DRAIN,HOUSE TRAP,FAI AND AREA DRAIN-PA1#20200700788-"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"
- PermitNew Construction or Additions
Permit 1057086 · Completed
NEW DRAIN & WATER LINES TO FIXTURES 2-TOILETS, 2-LAVS, 1-SHOWER, 1-TUB, 2-KITCHEN SINK, 2-LAUNDRY TUB & 2-WATER HEATER, STACK & INSIDE HOUSE DRAIN
- PermitNew Construction
Permit 1029095 · Completed
INSTALL TWO (2) NEW FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEMS (ONE FOR EACH DWELLING UNIT) TO INCLUDE A 1" COMBINED SERVICE FOR EACH SYSTEM IN ACCORDANCE WITH NFPA 13D THROUGHOUT THE BUILDING. ALL WORK SHALL COMPLY WITH THE APPROVED PLANS. ALL WORK SHALL BE PERFORMED BY A FIRE SUPPRESSION CONTRACTOR LICENSED BY THE CITY OF PHILADELPHIA.
- PermitNew Construction
Permit 1037817 · Completed
EZ PERMIT DUCTWORK & WARM-AIR APPLIANCES- For the installation of new ductwork, registers/grilles/diffusers, and warm-air appliances as per attached standard. Deviations from this standard will result in permit revocation and require submission of construction plans.(NO PENETRATION OF RATED ASSEMBLIES- UNITS TO BE SELF CONTAINED)
- PermitNew Construction
Permit 1039328 · Completed
INSTALL 200AMP SERVICE AND WIRING THROUGHOUT A TWO FAMILY DWELLING WITH RECEPTS,SWITCHES,LIGHTS,FIXTURES,SMOKES AND CO DETECTORS AS PER 2017 NEC (NC DISTRICT)
- PermitZoning/use
Permit 979745 · COMPLETED
FOR THE ERECTION OF AN ATTACHED STRUCTURE WITH A ROOF DECK ACCESSED BY A PILOT HOUSE (TO ENCLOSE ACCESS STAIRS ONLY), SIZE AND LOCATION AS SHOWN ON PLAN/APPLICATION. FOR USE AS TWO-FAMILY HOUSEHOLD LIVING.
- PermitNew Construction
Permit 979742 · Completed
FOR THE ERECTION OF A THREE (3) STORY ATTACHED STRUCTURE WITH A ROOF DECK ACCESSED BY A PILOT HOUSE (TO ENCLOSE ACCESS STAIRS ONLY) TO BE USED AS GROUP R-3 (TWO-FAMILY HOUSEHOLD LIVING) THROUGHOUT, AS PER PLANS; SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR ALL MEP/FSP WORK; BUILDING TO BE FULLY SPRINKLERED THROUGHOUT IN ACCORDANCE WITH NFPA 13D MINIMUM OR BETTER; SEE AP#979745 FOR ZONING/USE APPROVAL.
- Land recordLand record
2018
- Land recordLand record
2018
What this record suggests
The City file documents 9 permits touching kitchen work, electrical work, plumbing, roof work. 8 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 · historical tax ledger through 2016 recorded $626 with a lien entry. Informational only — not investment advice or a consumer report (FCRA).
The assessment exemption gap
OPA's 2026 taxable assessment implies about $1,323/year. Applying the same 1.3998% rate to the full assessed value would imply ~$6,614/year — $5,291/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: ($472,500 assessed − $377,986 exempt) × 1.3998% ≈ $1,323/yr
full-assessment scenario: $472,500 × 1.3998% ≈ $6,614/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
4
Bathrooms
2
Stories
3
Interior
1,575 sqft
livable area
Lot
721 sqft
Basement
Basement
city code J
Heat
Heat pump
city code D
Central air
Yes
Exterior condition
Newer construction
city code 1
Newer construction
Interior condition
Newer construction
city code 1
Newer construction
Zoning
RM1
city zoning code
OPA field-assessment attributes. Condition and grade are the assessor's codes, not an inspection.
Run the numbers
What owning 2522 N Howard 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 2 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.
When this house last sold (2021) a 30-year mortgage ran about 2.96% — Freddie Mac's average that year.
Mortgage
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P&I · 30-yr fixed
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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
2522 N Howard St sits on the 2500 block of N Howard St. Open the block report to compare its parcels, ownership and public-record history.
See the whole block →Next door: 2520 N Howard St · 2524 N Howard 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, 10:02 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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