House report

1429 S 21st St

3 bd1 ba2 stories1,248 sqftRSA5built 1925

Property at a glanceHouse

Owner-occupancy signal

2026 assessment
$287K OPA value, not a listing price
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Assessment and City record timeline

Published City assessments for this house 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.

$0$250K$500KZIP 19146 (Graduate Hospital · Point Breeze) median$286K2010201320162019202220252027
Property assessmentBlock median & rangeZIP 19146 (Graduate Hospital · Point Breeze) medianAssessmentDeed / saleL&I violationPermitInspection

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 record42 events · exact dates, newest first
  1. PermitRoof Covering Replacement
  2. PermitAddition and/or Alteration
  3. InspectionHCEU INSP (Housing Code Enforcement Unit inspection)
  4. InspectionBP_BLDG
  5. PermitMajor alteration
  6. InspectionCSUINITIAL
  7. InspectionBP_BLDG
  8. InspectionBP_BLDG
  9. InspectionBP_BLDG
  10. PermitMechanical
  11. PermitPlumbing
  12. PermitElectrical
  13. L&I violationPERME- INST/REPL/REPAIR WIRE (Electrical permit required for wiring installation, replacement, or repair)
  14. L&I violationPERMB- INSTALL HVAC SYS
  15. L&I violationPERMB- ALTER REPAIR INT PART (Building permit required for interior alteration or repair)
  16. InspectionBP_BLDG
  17. PermitMajor alteration
  18. InspectionBP_BLDG
  19. Deed / saleDeed / sale $32K
  20. Deed / saleDeed / sale $185K
  21. L&I violationBLDG PERMIT REQUIRED
  22. InspectionBP_BLDG
  23. InspectionCSUINITIAL
  24. InspectionCSUINITIAL
  25. L&I violationLICENSE-VAC RES BLDG (vacant residential building license required)
  26. L&I violationVACANT BLDG UNSECURED COUNT
  27. InspectionHCEU INSP (Housing Code Enforcement Unit inspection)
  28. InspectionHCEU INSP (Housing Code Enforcement Unit inspection)
  29. InspectionCSUINITIAL
  30. InspectionCSUINITIAL
  31. L&I violationWALL LOOSE/MISS BRICKS
  32. L&I violationWALL FIRE DAMAGED
  33. L&I violationROOF FIRE DAMAGED
  34. L&I violationFLOOR/CEILING FIRE DAMAGED
  35. InspectionCSUINITIAL
  36. InspectionPRECOURT (likely: pre-court compliance inspection)
  37. InspectionPRECOURT (likely: pre-court compliance inspection)
  38. InspectionHCEU INSP (Housing Code Enforcement Unit inspection)
  39. InspectionHCEU INSP (Housing Code Enforcement Unit inspection)
  40. L&I violationLICENSE-VAC RES BLDG (vacant residential building license required)
  41. L&I violationVACANT PROP STANDARD (likely: vacant-property enforcement standard)
  42. InspectionHCEU INSP (Housing Code Enforcement Unit inspection)

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$2,619/year estimated property tax

2026 taxable assessment $187,100 × 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 $286,300. 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.

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Exemption classificationHomestead exemption

2026 OPA removes $100,000 from the taxable assessment through the owner-occupant exemption.

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 property, on paper

OPA physical field record.

Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
1
Stories
2
Interior
1,248 sqft livable area
Lot
784 sqft
Basement
Partial, finished city code E
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
C assessor's grade
Zoning
RSA5 city zoning code

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

Block context

1400 block of S 21st St. Compare parcels, ownership, and public-record history.

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Next door: 1427 S 21st St  ·  1431 S 21st St

No business or residential license records

No business license or residential registration matched this OPA parcel in the latest City data.

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Open every source row 42 dated rows
  1. PermitRoof Covering Replacement

    Permit GM-2024-003722 · 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.

  2. PermitAddition and/or Alteration

    Permit EP-2024-004190 · Completed

    Installation of solar array in accordance with signed standard.

  3. InvestigationHCEU INSP (Housing Code Enforcement Unit inspection)

    Case 309775 · 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.

  4. InvestigationBP_BLDG

    Case 414286 · PASSED

    The cited inspection visit was marked passed.

  5. PermitMajor alteration

    Permit 524199 · COMPLETED

    INTERIOR ALTERATIONS TO A SINGLE FAMILY DWELLING. APPLICANTS AGGREES TO LIMIT THE CONSTRUCTION TO COMPLY WITH EZ PERMIT STANDARD FOR INTERIOR DATED FEBRUARY 2007. ANY DEVIATIONS FROM THIS STANDARD WILL RESULT IN THE REVOCATION OF THIS PERMIT AND THE IMPOSITION OF FURTHER PENALTIES

  6. InvestigationCSUINITIAL

    Case 360933 · PASSED

    The cited inspection visit was marked passed.

  7. InvestigationBP_BLDG

    Case 414286 · PASSED

    The cited inspection visit was marked passed.

  8. InvestigationBP_BLDG

    Case 423965 · PASSED

    The cited inspection visit was marked passed.

  9. InvestigationBP_BLDG

    Case 414286 · PASSED

    The cited inspection visit was marked passed.

  10. PermitMechanical

    Permit 527559 · COMPLETED

    PERMIT TO INSTALL ONE 70,000 BTU, 95% EFFICIENCY, DIRECT VENT FURNACE WITH RELATED DUCTWORK WITHIN A SINGLE FAMILY DWELLING.

  11. PermitPlumbing

    Permit 526393 · COMPLETED

    INSTALL 1 WATER CLOSET,1 LAV,1 KITCHEN SINK,1 LAUNDRY AND REPLACE 1 WATER CLOSET,1 LAV,1 BATH TUB (SFD)

  12. PermitElectrical

    Permit 526392 · COMPLETED

    ONLY NEW SERVICE WIRING OVER HEAD SERVICE 1-SINGLE PHASE NEW 100AMP PANEL W/NEW METER SOCKET AS PER NEC 2008 (SOUTH DISTRICT)

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

    Case 423965 · Violation 3124805 · Code A-301.1/51 · COMPLIED

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

  14. ViolationPERMB- INSTALL HVAC SYS

    Case 423965 · Violation 3124804 · Code A-301.1/46 · COMPLIED

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

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

    Case 423965 · Violation 3124803 · Code A-301.1/4 · COMPLIED

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

  16. InvestigationBP_BLDG

    Case 423965 · FAILED

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

  17. PermitMajor alteration

    Permit 524852 · COMPLETED

    BUILDING REPAIRS TO COMPLY DANGEROUR BUILDING VIOLATION.

  18. InvestigationBP_BLDG

    Case 414286 · FAILED

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

  19. Recorded transfer$32K transfer

    2014

  20. Recorded transfer$185K transfer

    2014

  21. ViolationBLDG PERMIT REQUIRED

    Case 414286 · Violation 3237057 · Code A-501.1/1 · COMPLIED

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

  22. InvestigationBP_BLDG

    Case 414286 · FAILED

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

  23. InvestigationCSUINITIAL

    Case 360933 · FAILED

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

  24. InvestigationCSUINITIAL

    Case 360933 · FAILED

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

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

    Case 371762 · Violation 2733263 · 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.

  26. ViolationVACANT BLDG UNSECURED COUNT

    Case 371762 · Violation 2733264 · Code PM-306.2/1 · COMPLIED

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

  27. InvestigationHCEU INSP (Housing Code Enforcement Unit inspection)

    Case 371762 · 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.

  28. InvestigationHCEU INSP (Housing Code Enforcement Unit inspection)

    Case 371762 · 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. InvestigationCSUINITIAL

    Case 360933 · FAILED

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

  30. InvestigationCSUINITIAL

    Case 360933 · FAILED

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

  31. ViolationWALL LOOSE/MISS BRICKS

    Case 360933 · Violation 2775159 · Code PM-307.1/10 · COMPLIED

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

  32. ViolationWALL FIRE DAMAGED

    Case 360933 · Violation 2775160 · Code PM-307.1/13 · COMPLIED

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

  33. ViolationROOF FIRE DAMAGED

    Case 360933 · Violation 2775161 · Code PM-307.1/4 · COMPLIED

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

  34. ViolationFLOOR/CEILING FIRE DAMAGED

    Case 360933 · Violation 2775162 · Code PM-307.1/7 · COMPLIED

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

  35. InvestigationCSUINITIAL

    Case 360933 · FAILED

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

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

    Case 262752 · CLOSED

    A follow-up before or during enforcement escalation; confirm the case sequence in the City file. City marked the record closed; open the case for the closing reason.

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

    Case 262752 · 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.

  38. InvestigationHCEU INSP (Housing Code Enforcement Unit inspection)

    Case 262752 · 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.

  39. InvestigationHCEU INSP (Housing Code Enforcement Unit inspection)

    Case 262752 · 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.

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

    Case 262752 · Violation 2297989 · 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.

  41. ViolationVACANT PROP STANDARD (likely: vacant-property enforcement standard)

    Case 262752 · Violation 2297990 · Code PM-306.0/1 · COMPLIED

    A legacy L&I label associated with vacant-property requirements. It may concern licensing, securing, or maintaining a vacant structure; the notice and cited code control, and this row alone does not prove the property is vacant now. City marked this violation complied with; check the resolution date and live case for what was accepted.

  42. InvestigationHCEU INSP (Housing Code Enforcement Unit inspection)

    Case 262752 · 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.

Where this comes from

Methodology & freshness

This report was assembled Jul 27, 2026, 8:53 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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