Multi-family report

1237 N 15th St

6 bd · 6 ba · 3 stories · 3,330 sqft · RM1 · built 2015

Property at a glanceApartment building

Individual, other or unknown mailing address

2026 assessment
$950K OPA value, not a listing price
2027 published assessment
$552K Future roll, not the current tax bill
Neighborhood area
Brewerytown · Sharswood Approximate · based on ZIP 19121
Street view of 1237 N 15th St
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Assessment and City record timeline

Published City assessments for this building against its block and ZIP. Dated City filings are marked on the same line. Select one to read it. Assessments are tax-roll values, not sale prices or appraisals.

Assessed value
$949,800 2026 billed-year assessment · 2027: $551,700 · built 2015
Price / sq ft
$166 block $245 · below block
Assessment change
+6796% +47%/yr since 2016 · 2027 -42% vs 2026
Est. tax bill / yr
$2,659 0.28% effective, reduced taxable assessment
Jun 2022 tax snapshot
No match not proof the account is current
Times sold
1 latest deed has shared-name parties
$0$1.0M$2.0MZIP 19121 (Brewerytown · Sharswood) median$552K2004200820122016202020242027
Property assessmentBlock median & rangeZIP 19121 (Brewerytown · Sharswood) medianAssessmentL&I violationAppealPermitInspectionLicense

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 record69 events · exact dates, newest first
  1. LicenseBik Kwai Lau: Rental landlord or residential registration initially issued
  2. InspectionBP_BLDG
  3. L&I violationWORKMANLIKE- BUILDING CODE
  4. InspectionBP_BLDG
  5. InspectionEP_ELEC
  6. PermitAdministrative
  7. PermitElectrical
  8. L&I violationRECEPT REQ'D-WALL SPACE
  9. L&I violationRACEWAY-SECURE & SUPPORT
  10. L&I violationPERME- INST/REPL/REPAIR WIRE (Electrical permit required for wiring installation, replacement, or repair)
  11. L&I violationPERME- REQUIRED TO CORR VIOL
  12. L&I violationPENALTY- NO ELEC PERM INFO
  13. InspectionEP_ELEC
  14. PermitMechanical
  15. L&I violationPERMP- WK DOES NOT CONFORM
  16. L&I violationPERMB- WORK NOT SAME AS PERMIT
  17. L&I violationPERME- WK DOES NOT CONFORM
  18. PermitPlumbing
  19. InspectionCSTF INSP
  20. PermitElectrical
  21. InspectionBP_BLDG
  22. InspectionBP_BLDG
  23. L&I violationWORKMANLIKE- BUILDING CODE
  24. L&I violationWORKMANLIKE- BUILDING CODE
  25. InspectionBP_BLDG
  26. InspectionBP_BLDG
  27. L&I violationWORKMANLIKE- BUILDING CODE
  28. InspectionCSTF INSP
  29. PermitMechanical
  30. PermitPlumbing
  31. PermitSuppression
  32. InspectionBP_BLDG
  33. PermitAdministrative
  34. LicenseBIK KWAI LAU: Vacant Residential Property / Lot landlord or residential registration marked inactive
  35. L&I violationARCHITECT/ENGINEER SERVICES
  36. InspectionBP_BLDG
  37. PermitNew construction
  38. InspectionPRECOURT (likely: pre-court compliance inspection)
  39. LicenseBIK KWAI LAU: Vacant Residential Property / Lot landlord or residential registration initially issued
  40. InspectionHCEU INSP (Housing Code Enforcement Unit inspection)
  41. L&I violationCLIP VIOLATION NOTICE
  42. L&I violationEXT A-VACANT LOT CLEAN/MAINTAI
  43. PermitZoning admin review
  44. InspectionHCEU INSP (Housing Code Enforcement Unit inspection)
  45. L&I violationLICENSE-VAC LOT
  46. InspectionHCEU INSP (Housing Code Enforcement Unit inspection)
  47. L&I violationEXT A-VACANT LOT CLEAN/MAINTAI
  48. L&I violationCLIP VIOLATION NOTICE
  49. PermitZoning/use
  50. AppealZoning board appeal
  51. InspectionCSUTESTPIT
  52. InspectionCSUFINAL
  53. InspectionCSUCURBINT
  54. InspectionCSUSTUBAR
  55. InspectionCSUINITIAL
  56. L&I violationROOF PARTIALLY COLLAPSED
  57. InspectionCSUINITIAL
  58. InspectionBRU INSP
  59. L&I violationLICENSE-VAC RES BLDG (vacant residential building license required)
  60. L&I violationVACANT BLDG UNSEC/UNSAFE CSU
  61. InspectionBRU INSP
  62. L&I violationVACANT LOT KEEP CLEAN GET LIC
  63. L&I violationCLIP VIOLATION NOTICE
  64. L&I violationWALL PARTIALLY COLLAPSED
  65. L&I violationROOF PARTIALLY COLLAPSED
  66. L&I violationFLOOR/CEILING PARTIALLY COLL
  67. InspectionCSUINITIAL
  68. InspectionCSUINITIAL
  69. InspectionL_INITIAL

Flags: material assessment exemption; legal basis and term unverified · active rental license · 1 zoning/board appeal on record · latest deed has shared-name parties; relationship unverified. Informational only. Not investment advice or a consumer report (FCRA).

Verify the public record

$2,659/year estimated property tax

2026 taxable assessment $189,960 × 1.3998%. This is an estimate, not a bill or account balance. The City maintains payments, credits, interest, and the current amount due.

OPA has published a 2027 assessment of $551,700. It is not the 2026 billed-year value.

Current City balanceCheck Tax Center

Payments, credits, interest, and the current amount due are maintained by the City.

OPA 471177100
Open Philadelphia Tax Center →Use “View period balance” to inspect each tax year.
Exemption classificationPartial assessment exemption, basis unverified

2026 OPA taxes $189,960 of $949,800 assessed. The assessment fields alone do not identify a program, approval date, expiration, or buyer eligibility.

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.”

The assessment exemption gap

OPA's 2026 roll shows a partial assessment exemption. The annual difference is measurable; the reason for it and what happens after a sale are not established here.

Using OPA's taxable amount ~$2,659/year

$189,960 taxable basis

Difference to verify+$10,636/year
If the full assessment were taxable ~$13,295/year

$949,800 scenario basis

The assessment roll does not identify
  • Legal basis or program
  • Approval or expiration date
  • Treatment after a sale
  • Current Tax Center balance
Show the assessment math 2026: ($949,800 assessed − $759,840 exempt) × 1.3998% ≈ $2,659/year Full-assessment scenario: $949,800 × 1.3998% ≈ $13,295/year

Do not treat the full-assessment scenario as inevitable or assume the current relief transfers. Obtain the approval history and verify the live Tax Center account before relying on either number.

The property, on paper

OPA physical field record.

Bedrooms
6
Bathrooms
6
Stories
3
Interior
3,330 sqft livable area
Lot
1,013 sqft
Basement
Full, unfinished city code C
Heat
Forced hot air city code A
Central air
Yes
Exterior condition
Above average city code 3
Interior condition
Above average city code 3
Quality grade
B assessor's grade
Zoning
RM1 city zoning code
Zoning appeals
1 CLOSED · Granted · 2012

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

Block context

1200 block of N 15th St. Compare parcels, ownership, and public-record history.

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Next door: 1235 N 15th St  ·  1239 N 15th St

Business licenses at this address Latest pull

What L&I has registered at this OPA parcel, newest initial license date first.

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No L&I business license is on record at this address in data through Jul 24, 2026.

Landlord and residential filings

These are property registrations or landlord filings, not businesses operating at this address.

Bik Kwai LauActive

Rental · Initial issue date Dec 4, 2023 · Filed expiration Dec 3, 2026

BIK KWAI LAUInactive

Vacant Residential Property / Lot · Initial issue date Aug 19, 2014 · Terminal license date Apr 29, 2015

A license is an L&I registration, not proof that a business is open, operating today, or located at this storefront. Dates are license dates. Events are deduped by parcel, business identity, and license type, so a renewal is not shown as another opening. Other permit and filing types remain in the full source ledger.

Open every source row 66 dated rows
  1. License issue eventBik Kwai Lau: Rental landlord or residential registration initially issued

    License 939204 · Active

    License event. Registration does not prove present operation or storefront occupancy.

  2. InvestigationBP_BLDG

    Case 638204 · PASSED

    The cited inspection visit was marked passed.

  3. ViolationWORKMANLIKE- BUILDING CODE

    Case 638204 · Violation 4702788 · Code A-104.1/1 · COMPLIED

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

  4. InvestigationBP_BLDG

    Case 638204 · FAILED

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

  5. InvestigationEP_ELEC

    Case 521260 · PASSED

    The cited inspection visit was marked passed.

  6. PermitAdministrative

    Permit 672907 · COMPLETED

    TO AMEND ELECTRICAL PERMIT 613853 TO CHANGE 200AMP SERVICE TO A 400AMP SERVICE ALL OTHER WORK DESCRIPTION REMAINS THE SAME (MIC)

  7. PermitElectrical

    Permit 680598 · COMPLETED

    SECURITY MONITOR SYSTEM 6 CAMERAS PER 2008 NEC (3 FAMILY)NORTH DISTRICT

  8. ViolationRECEPT REQ'D-WALL SPACE

    Case 521260 · Violation 3851555 · Code E-1201.1/207 · COMPLIED

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

  9. ViolationRACEWAY-SECURE & SUPPORT

    Case 521260 · Violation 3851556 · Code E-1201.1/301 · COMPLIED

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

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

    Case 521260 · Violation 3851552 · Code A-301.1/51 · COMPLIED

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

  11. ViolationPERME- REQUIRED TO CORR VIOL

    Case 521260 · Violation 3851553 · Code A-501.1/3 · COMPLIED

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

  12. ViolationPENALTY- NO ELEC PERM INFO

    Case 521260 · Violation 3851554 · Code A-901.13/2 · COMPLIED

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

  13. InvestigationEP_ELEC

    Case 521260 · FAILED

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

  14. PermitMechanical

    Permit 669350 · COMPLETED

    INSTALL (3) HEAT PUMP SYSTEMS. (MULTI-FAMILY)

  15. ViolationPERMP- WK DOES NOT CONFORM

    Case 542610 · Violation 3994986 · Code A-302.10/34 · COMPLIED

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

  16. ViolationPERMB- WORK NOT SAME AS PERMIT

    Case 542610 · Violation 3994984 · Code A-302.10/2 · COMPLIED

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

  17. ViolationPERME- WK DOES NOT CONFORM

    Case 542610 · Violation 3994985 · Code A-302.10/33 · COMPLIED

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

  18. PermitPlumbing

    Permit 650451 · COMPLETED

    NEW CONSTRUCTION: INTERIOR PLUMBING OF A 3-STORY BUILDING WITH (3) RESIDENTIAL UNITS. THE INSTALLATION WILL COMPLY WITH THE PHILADEPHIA PLUBMING CODE 2004

  19. InvestigationCSTF INSP

    Case 489107 · PASSED

    The cited inspection visit was marked passed.

  20. PermitElectrical

    Permit 613852 · COMPLETED

    200A SERVICE & WIRING THROUGHOUT SWITCHES, LIGHTS, RECEPTS, SMOKES AS PER NEC 2008 (NORTH DISTRICT) INSTALL FIRE ALARM SYSTEM AS PER NFPA72

  21. InvestigationBP_BLDG

    Case 497716 · PASSED

    The cited inspection visit was marked passed.

  22. InvestigationBP_BLDG

    Case 496665 · PASSED

    The cited inspection visit was marked passed.

  23. ViolationWORKMANLIKE- BUILDING CODE

    Case 496665 · Violation 3672204 · Code A-104.1/1 · CLOSEDCASE

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

  24. ViolationWORKMANLIKE- BUILDING CODE

    Case 497716 · Violation 3679014 · Code A-104.1/1 · COMPLIED

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

  25. InvestigationBP_BLDG

    Case 496665 · FAILED

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

  26. InvestigationBP_BLDG

    Case 497716 · FAILED

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

  27. ViolationWORKMANLIKE- BUILDING CODE

    Case 489107 · Violation 3619954 · Code A-104.1/1 · CLOSEDCASE

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

  28. InvestigationCSTF INSP

    Case 489107 · FAILED

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

  29. PermitMechanical

    Permit 618198 · COMPLETED

    INSTALL 3 HEATPUMP SYSTEMS WITH DUCTWORK(3 FAMILY)

  30. PermitPlumbing

    Permit 617987 · COMPLETED

    3-3/4 WATER SERVICE ,1" WATER SERVICE,LATERAL,CT,FAI,MD,BACK FLOW & RAIN CONDUCTOR PA20151632002(MULTI FAMILY)SELF CERTIFICATION'S ARE NO LONGER PERMITTED","ALL EXCAVATIONS AND PLUMBING TRENCHES IN EXCESS OF 5 FT IN DEPTH MUST HAVE APPROVED SHORING IN PLACE AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION"

  31. PermitSuppression

    Permit 609825 · COMPLETED

    INSTALLATION OF A NEW NFPA 13R FIRE SPRINKLER SYSTEM, 13R, 1"

  32. InvestigationBP_BLDG

    Case 472443 · PASSED

    The cited inspection visit was marked passed.

  33. PermitAdministrative

    Permit 603901 · COMPLETED

    AMEND PERMIT #542610 REVISIONS AS INDICATED. NEW CONSTRUCTION OF AN ATTACHED 3 STORY THREE FAMILY DWELLING STRUCTURE AS PER THE SEALED SUBMITTED PLANS. ELECTRICAL, PLUMBING, MECHANICAL, AND FIRE SUPRESSION WORK REQUIRES ADDITIONAL PERMITS. CALL THE INSPECTOR PRIOR TO STARTING WORK.

  34. License terminal eventBIK KWAI LAU: Vacant Residential Property / Lot landlord or residential registration marked inactive

    License 639019 · Inactive

    License event. Registration does not prove present operation or storefront occupancy.

  35. ViolationARCHITECT/ENGINEER SERVICES

    Case 472443 · Violation 3504176 · Code A-304.1/1 · COMPLIED

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

  36. InvestigationBP_BLDG

    Case 472443 · FAILED

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

  37. PermitNew construction

    Permit 542610 · COMPLETED

    NEW CONSTRUCTION OF AN ATTACHED 3 STORY THREE FAMILY DWELLING STRUCTURE AS PER THE SEALED SUBMITTED PLANS. ELECTRICAL, PLUMBING, MECHANICAL, AND FIRE SUPRESSION WORK REQUIRES ADDITIONAL PERMITS. CALL THE INSPECTOR PRIOR TO STARTING WORK.

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

    Case 419655 · PASSED

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

  39. License issue eventBIK KWAI LAU: Vacant Residential Property / Lot landlord or residential registration initially issued

    License 639019 · Inactive

    License event. Registration does not prove present operation or storefront occupancy.

  40. InvestigationHCEU INSP (Housing Code Enforcement Unit inspection)

    Case 419655 · 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.

  41. ViolationCLIP VIOLATION NOTICE

    Case 438362 · Violation 3225915 · Code CP-01 · COMPLIED

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

  42. ViolationEXT A-VACANT LOT CLEAN/MAINTAI

    Case 438362 · Violation 3225916 · Code PM-302.2/4 · COMPLIED

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

  43. PermitZoning admin review

    Permit 525408 · COMPLETED

    ADMINISTRATIVE APPROVAL OF PREVIOUS PERMIT NUMBER 381965 GRANTED UNDER ZBA CAL. NO. 17129 TO CREATE A 2'6" REAR YARD WITH 50 SQUARE FEET OF OPEN AND REAR YARD AREA. SIZE AND LOCATION AS SHOWN IN APPLICATION.

  44. InvestigationHCEU INSP (Housing Code Enforcement Unit inspection)

    Case 419655 · 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.

  45. ViolationLICENSE-VAC LOT

    Case 419655 · Violation 3229748 · Code PM-102.4/1 · COMPLIED

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

  46. InvestigationHCEU INSP (Housing Code Enforcement Unit inspection)

    Case 419655 · 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.

  47. ViolationEXT A-VACANT LOT CLEAN/MAINTAI

    Case 398464 · Violation 2907025 · Code PM-302.2/4 · CLOSEDCASE

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

  48. ViolationCLIP VIOLATION NOTICE

    Case 398464 · Violation 2907024 · Code CP-01 · CLOSEDCASE

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

  49. PermitZoning/use

    Permit 381965 · COMPLETED

    FOR THE ERECTION OF A THREE (3) STORY SEMI-DETACHED STRUCTURE WITH CELLAR. SIZE AND LOCATION AS SHOWN IN APPLICATION. FOR USE AS A THREE (3) FAMILY DWELLING.

  50. AppealZoning board appeal

    Appeal 17129 · CLOSED · Granted

    Related permit 381965 · PERMIT FOR THE ERECTION OF A THREE(3) STORY SEMI-DETACHED STRUCTURE WITH CELLAR FOR USE AS A THREE(3) FAMILY DWELLING.

  51. InvestigationCSUSTUBAR

    Case 187706 · PASSED

    The cited inspection visit was marked passed.

  52. InvestigationCSUINITIAL

    Case 187706 · CLOSED

    City marked the record closed; open the case for the closing reason.

  53. ViolationROOF PARTIALLY COLLAPSED

    Case 187706 · Violation 1291525 · Code PM-307.1/3 · DEMOLISH

  54. InvestigationCSUINITIAL

    Case 187706 · FAILED

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

  55. InvestigationBRU INSP

    Case 153343 · CLOSED

    City marked the record closed; open the case for the closing reason.

  56. ViolationLICENSE-VAC RES BLDG (vacant residential building license required)

    Case 153343 · Violation 891487 · Code PM-102.4/2 · COMPLIED

    This usually records a requirement to obtain a Vacant Structure License for an unoccupied residential building. Check later license and compliance rows because it does not establish present vacancy or an unresolved violation. City marked this violation complied with; check the resolution date and live case for what was accepted.

  57. ViolationVACANT BLDG UNSEC/UNSAFE CSU

    Case 153343 · Violation 891488 · Code PM-307.1/19 · COMPLIED

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

  58. InvestigationBRU INSP

    Case 153343 · FAILED

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

  59. ViolationVACANT LOT KEEP CLEAN GET LIC

    Case 144891 · Violation 821737 · Code PM-306.0/91 · COMPLIED

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

  60. ViolationCLIP VIOLATION NOTICE

    Case 144891 · Violation 821736 · Code CP-01 · COMPLIED

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

  61. ViolationWALL PARTIALLY COLLAPSED

    Case 128222 · Violation 679953 · Code PM-307.1/12 · COMPLIED

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

  62. ViolationROOF PARTIALLY COLLAPSED

    Case 128222 · Violation 679951 · Code PM-307.1/3 · COMPLIED

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

  63. ViolationFLOOR/CEILING PARTIALLY COLL

    Case 128222 · Violation 679952 · Code PM-307.1/6 · COMPLIED

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

  64. InvestigationCSUINITIAL

    Case 128222 · CLOSED

    City marked the record closed; open the case for the closing reason.

  65. InvestigationCSUINITIAL

    Case 60181 · CLOSED

    City marked the record closed; open the case for the closing reason.

  66. InvestigationL_INITIAL

    Case 28717 · CLOSED

    City marked the record closed; open the case for the closing reason.

Where this comes from

Methodology & freshness

This report was assembled Jul 25, 2026, 4:50 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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