2026 taxable assessment $100,400 × 1.3998%. Estimate—not a bill or account balance.
OPA also publishes a 2027 assessment of $514,300; it is not the 2026 billed-year value.
House report
2556 Collins St
3 bd · 2 ba · 3 stories · 2,100 sqft · RSA5 · built 2017
Individual, other or unknown mailing address · assessed $502K (2026) · 2027 OPA assessment $514K · sold 3×. On the 2500 block of Collins St.
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Property summary
Assessment$502,0002026 OPA assessment · 2027: $514,300
Last sale$410KRecorded 2017
Est. tax bill$1,405/year2026 taxable assessment · full-value scenario $7,027/year · basis and term unverified
Tax delinquencyNo 2022 matchNot proof account is current
Permits6Every fetched City permit
Violations0 open4 historical across 2 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 3111966002026 OPA taxes $100,400 of $502,000 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 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 a balance and a lien entry. It is shown as historical context only.
2015$2.94 total · $0.00 principal · -$1.62 interest · $0.00 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$15K transfer recorded in 2016; new construction appears in a 2016 permit with a reduced taxable assessment shown, followed by a recorded transfer of $410K in 2017.
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 $1,405/yr, while applying the same rate to the full assessment would imply about $7,027/yr — $5,622/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
$502,000
2026 billed-year assessment · 2027: $514,300 · built 2017
Price / sq ft
$245
block $281 · below block
Assessment change
+3574%
+39%/yr since 2016 · 2027 +2% vs 2026
Est. tax bill / yr
$1,405
0.28% effective, reduced taxable assessment
Jun 2022 tax snapshot
No match
not proof the account is current
Times sold
3
Assessment vs. the block and ZIP · every dated City record marked on the line
- OPA assessment · 2016$14K 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$31K 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$437K 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$437K 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$441K 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$441K 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$441K 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$502K 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$502K 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$502K 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$502K 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$514K 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 · 2016Land record $15KA 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 · 2016Land record $105KA 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 · 2017Deed / sale $410KA 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 · 2016-11-18Zoning/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 · 2016-11-18New 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 · 2016-12-14ElectricalThis 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 · 2017-01-25SuppressionThis permit category usually covers fire-suppression systems or related life-safety 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 · 2017-01-30PlumbingThis 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 · 2017-04-11MechanicalThis 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 · 2014-06-10CLIP VIOLATION NOTICEA 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 · 2014-06-10EXT A-VACANT LOT CLEAN/MAINTAIA 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 · 2016-01-04EXTERIOR AREA SANITATIONA 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 · 2016-01-04EXTERIOR AREA WEEDSA 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 · 2016-02-12HCEU INSP (Housing Code Enforcement Unit inspection)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.What Philadelphia inspections check ↗
Property assessmentBlock median & rangeZIP 19125 medianAssessmentDeed / saleLand buyL&I violationPermitInspection
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Every dated record14 events · exact dates, newest first
- PermitMechanical
- PermitPlumbing
- PermitSuppression
- Deed / saleDeed / sale $410K
- PermitElectrical
- PermitZoning/use
- PermitNew construction
- InspectionHCEU INSP (Housing Code Enforcement Unit inspection)
- L&I violationEXTERIOR AREA SANITATION
- L&I violationEXTERIOR AREA WEEDS
- Land buyLand record $15K
- Land buyLand record $105K
- L&I violationCLIP VIOLATION NOTICE
- L&I violationEXT A-VACANT LOT CLEAN/MAINTAI
The paper trail
New construction$15K transfer recorded in 2016; new construction appears in a 2016 permit with a reduced taxable assessment shown, followed by a recorded transfer of $410K in 2017.
- 2014 2 L&I violationsL&I
- 2016 2 L&I violationsL&IInspection failedL&I visit$15KLand transfer$105KLand transferZoning/usePermitNew constructionPermitElectricalPermit
- 2017 SuppressionPermitPlumbingPermitMechanicalPermit$410KTransfer
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 15 dated records deeds, permits, inspections, licenses, violations, certifications & appeals
- PermitMechanical
Permit 774215 · COMPLETED
INSTALL TWO COMPLETE HVAC SYSTEM, TWO 60,000 BTU FURNACES @ 90% WITH TWO 3 TON A/C AND ALL NEW DUCT WORK
- PermitPlumbing
Permit 755366 · COMPLETED
PLUMBING CONSTRUCTION FOR A NEW SINGLE FAMILY DWELLING.
- PermitSuppression
Permit 744934 · COMPLETED
FOR THE INSTALLATION OF AN AUTOMATIC FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEM IN ACCORDANCE WITH NFPA 13D THROUGHOUT NEW THREE (3) STORY TOWNHOUSE TO INCLUDE 1-INCH COMBINED LINE AS PER APPROVED PLANS.
- Recorded transfer$410K transfer
2017
- PermitElectrical
Permit 743387 · COMPLETED
INSTALL NEW WIRING THROUGHOUT NEW 200AMP SERVICE NEW SWITCHES OUTLETS GFCIS LIGHT FIXTURES AS PER 2008 NEC EAST DISTRICT
- PermitZoning/use
Permit 735039 · COMPLETED
ERECT THREE STORY, ATTACHED STRUCTURE WITH CELLAR, ROOF DECK AND ACCESS PILOT HOUSE (FOR STAIRS AND LANDING ONLY).
- PermitNew construction
Permit 735038 · COMPLETED
CONSTRUCTION OF A THREE STORY, ATTACHED STRUCTURE WITH CELLAR, ROOF DECK AND ACCESS PILOT HOUSE (FOR STAIRS AND LANDING ONLY).
- InvestigationHCEU INSP (Housing Code Enforcement Unit inspection)
Case 515609 · 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.
- ViolationEXTERIOR AREA SANITATION
Case 515609 · Violation 3811798 · COMPLIED
City marked this violation complied with; check the resolution date and live case for what was accepted.
- ViolationEXTERIOR AREA WEEDS
Case 515609 · Violation 3811799 · COMPLIED
City marked this violation complied with; check the resolution date and live case for what was accepted.
- InvestigationHCEU INSP (Housing Code Enforcement Unit inspection)
Case 515609 · 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.
- Land recordLand record
2016
- Land recordLand record
2016
- ViolationCLIP VIOLATION NOTICE
Case 436145 · Violation 3211362 · COMPLIED
City marked this violation complied with; check the resolution date and live case for what was accepted.
- ViolationEXT A-VACANT LOT CLEAN/MAINTAI
Case 436145 · Violation 3211363 · COMPLIED
City marked this violation complied with; check the resolution date and live case for what was accepted.
What this record suggests
The City file documents 6 permits touching electrical work, plumbing, roof work. 6 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 · historical tax ledger through 2016 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 $1,405/year. Applying the same 1.3998% rate to the full assessed value would imply ~$7,027/year — $5,622/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: ($502,000 assessed − $401,629 exempt) × 1.3998% ≈ $1,405/yr
full-assessment scenario: $502,000 × 1.3998% ≈ $7,027/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
2,100 sqft
livable area
Lot
985 sqft
Basement
Full, finished
city code A
Heat
Forced hot air
city code A
Central air
Yes
Exterior condition
Above average
city code 3
Above averageBelow average
Interior condition
Above average
city code 3
Above averageBelow average
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.
Block context
2556 Collins St sits on the 2500 block of Collins St. Open the block report to compare its parcels, ownership and public-record history.
See the whole block →Next door: 2554 Collins St · 2558 Collins 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, 6:51 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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