House report

167 Cotton St

4 bd4 ba1 story2,574 sqftRSA5built 2022

Property at a glanceHouse

Owner-occupancy signal

2026 assessment
$868K 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$500K$1.0MZIP 19127 (Manayunk) median$794K2015201720192021202320252027
Property assessmentBlock median & rangeZIP 19127 (Manayunk) medianAssessmentDeed / saleL&I violationAppealPermitInspection

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 record38 events · exact dates, newest first
  1. InspectionL&I investigation
  2. Deed / saleDeed / sale $863K
  3. InspectionL&I investigation
  4. InspectionL&I investigation
  5. InspectionL&I investigation
  6. InspectionL&I investigation
  7. L&I violationEXTERIOR AREA WEEDS
  8. InspectionL&I investigation
  9. PermitNew Construction or Additions
  10. InspectionL&I investigation
  11. InspectionL&I investigation
  12. L&I violationEXTERIOR AREA WEEDS
  13. InspectionL&I investigation
  14. InspectionL&I investigation
  15. AppealRB_LIRB
  16. L&I violationWORKMANLIKE- BUILDING CODE
  17. L&I violationPROSEC- EMERG IMMED RI
  18. L&I violationPERMF REVK- INCORR APPL INFO
  19. L&I violationPERMB- ALTER REP'R EXT PORTION
  20. L&I violationPERMB- GYPWALL BD TOO THIN
  21. L&I violationSWO- CONTRARY TO GOOD PRACTICE
  22. L&I violationPERMB REVK- WORK UNSAFE MANNER
  23. L&I violationUNAPPROVED MAT'L OR ASSEM
  24. L&I violationARCHITECT/ENGINEER SERVICES
  25. InspectionBP_BLDG
  26. PermitNew Construction
  27. PermitNew Construction
  28. PermitNew Construction
  29. PermitZoning
  30. AppealZoning board appeal
  31. PermitNew Construction or Additions
  32. PermitAmend for conversion
  33. PermitZoning/use
  34. PermitZoning/use
  35. PermitNew Construction
  36. PermitZoning/use
  37. PermitDemolition
  38. PermitPlumbing

Flags: material assessment exemption; legal basis and term unverified · 2 zoning/board appeals on record. Informational only. Not investment advice or a consumer report (FCRA).

Verify the public record

$2,429/year estimated property tax

2026 taxable assessment $173,500 × 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 $794,200. 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 211103900
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Exemption classificationPartial assessment exemption, basis unverified

2026 OPA taxes $173,500 of $867,500 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 ~$2,429/year

$173,500 taxable basis

Difference to verify+$9,714/year
If the full assessment were taxable ~$12,143/year

$867,500 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: ($867,500 assessed − $694,000 exempt) × 1.3998% ≈ $2,429/year Full-assessment scenario: $867,500 × 1.3998% ≈ $12,143/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
4
Bathrooms
4
Stories
1
Interior
2,574 sqft livable area
Lot
2,259 sqft
Basement
Full, finished city code A
Heat
Hot water / radiators city code B
Central air
Yes
Exterior condition
Newer construction city code 1
Newer construction
Interior condition
Newer construction city code 1
Newer construction
Zoning
RSA5 city zoning code
Zoning appeals
2 OPEN · 2020

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

Block context

100 block of Cotton St. Compare parcels, ownership, and public-record history.

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Next door: 165 Cotton St  ·  169 Cotton 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 38 dated rows
  1. InvestigationL&I investigation

    Case 721486 · PASSED

    The cited inspection visit was marked passed.

  2. Recorded transfer$863K transfer

    2022

  3. InvestigationL&I investigation

    Case CF-2021-072931 · PASSED

    The cited inspection visit was marked passed.

  4. InvestigationL&I investigation

    Case 721486 · FAILED

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

  5. InvestigationL&I investigation

    Case CF-2021-090460 · PASSED

    The cited inspection visit was marked passed.

  6. InvestigationL&I investigation

    Case CF-2021-090460 · FAILED

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

  7. ViolationEXTERIOR AREA WEEDS

    Case CF-2021-072931 · Violation VI-2021-052849 · Code PM15-302.4 · COMPLIED

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

  8. InvestigationL&I investigation

    Case CF-2021-072931 · FAILED

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

  9. PermitNew Construction or Additions

    Permit PP-2020-009760 · Completed

    Install House drain, Stacks, Drain lines to fixtures, water supply lines to fixtures. Install 4 toilets, 4 lavs, 3 tubs, 1 kitchen sink, 1 dish washer, 1 laundy PPC 2018

  10. InvestigationL&I investigation

    Case 721486 · FAILED

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

  11. InvestigationL&I investigation

    Case CF-2020-047105 · PASSED

    The cited inspection visit was marked passed.

  12. ViolationEXTERIOR AREA WEEDS

    Case CF-2020-047105 · Violation VI-2020-025527 · Code PM15-302.4 · COMPLIED

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

  13. InvestigationL&I investigation

    Case 721486 · FAILED

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

  14. InvestigationL&I investigation

    Case CF-2020-047105 · FAILED

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

  15. AppealRB_LIRB

    Appeal 39740 · OPEN

    Related permit 721486 · THE APPELLANT IS TRYING EXTREMELY HARD TO WORK OUT AN AGREEMENT WITH THE NEIGHBORING PROPERTY OWNER.

  16. ViolationWORKMANLIKE- BUILDING CODE

    Case 721486 · Violation 211983594 · Code A-104.1/1 · COMPLIED

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

  17. ViolationPROSEC- EMERG IMMED RI

    Case 721486 · Violation 211983645 · Code A-503.1/2 · COMPLIED

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

  18. ViolationPERMF REVK- INCORR APPL INFO

    Case 721486 · Violation 211983644 · Code A-302.9/44 · COMPLIED

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

  19. ViolationPERMB- ALTER REP'R EXT PORTION

    Case 721486 · Violation 211983643 · Code A-301.1/3 · COMPLIED

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

  20. ViolationPERMB- GYPWALL BD TOO THIN

    Case 721486 · Violation 211983641 · Code A-302.10/25 · COMPLIED

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

  21. ViolationSWO- CONTRARY TO GOOD PRACTICE

    Case 721486 · Violation 211983640 · Code A-504.1/2 · COMPLIED

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

  22. ViolationPERMB REVK- WORK UNSAFE MANNER

    Case 721486 · Violation 211983638 · Code A-302.9/41 · COMPLIED

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

  23. ViolationUNAPPROVED MAT'L OR ASSEM

    Case 721486 · Violation 211983598 · Code A-203.3/1 · COMPLIED

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

  24. ViolationARCHITECT/ENGINEER SERVICES

    Case 721486 · Violation 211983596 · Code A-304.1/1 · COMPLIED

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

  25. InvestigationBP_BLDG

    Case 721486 · FAILED

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

  26. PermitNew Construction

    Permit 1022486 · Completed

    200AMP SERVICE COMPLETE AND WIRE THROUGHOUT SWITCHES, OUTLETS, LIGHT FIXTURES & SMOKE DETECTORS & LOW VOLTAGE WIRING AS PER NEC 2008 NORTH DISTRICT

  27. PermitNew Construction

    Permit 1016316 · Completed

    INSTALL NEW FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEM AND 1" COMBINED SERVICE IN ACCORDANCE WITH NFPA 13D THROUGHOUT THE ENTIRE 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.

  28. PermitNew Construction

    Permit 1017227 · Completed

    INSTALL (2) HVAC SYSTEMS WITH DUCTWORK. (SFD)

  29. PermitZoning

    Permit 967243 · COMPLETED

    FOR THE CREATION OF ONE (1) OPEN AIR PARKING SPACE ACCESSORY TO EXISTING SINGLE FAMILY DWELLING (HOUSEHOLD LIVING) WITHIN A SEMI-DETACHED STRUCTURE. SIZE AND LOCATION AS SHOWN IN APPLICATION AND PLAN.

  30. AppealZoning board appeal

    Appeal 37398 · OPEN · Granted

    Related permit 967243 · PERMIT FOR THE CREATION OF ONE (1) OPEN AIR PARKING SPACE ACCESSORY TO EXISTING SINGLE FAMILY DWELLING (HOUSEHOLD LIVING) WITHIN A SEMI-DETACHED STRUCTURE. SIZE AND LOCATION AS SHOWN IN APPLICATION AND PLAN.

  31. PermitNew Construction or Additions

    Permit 997939 · Completed

    INSTALL COMPLETE PLUMBING SYSTEM FOR A SINGLE FAMILY DWELLING; HOUSE TRAP , DRAIN, FRESH AIR INLET, AREA DRAIN AND CONDUCTOR, WATER DISTRIBUTION SERVICE (1), INTERIOR INSTALL OF RISERS, AND WASTE LINES AND FIXTURES; THREE(3)TOILETS, THREE(3) LAVS, THREE(3) TUBS, ONE(1) KITCHEN SINK, DISH WASHER, GARBAGE DISPOSAL, ONE(1)LAUNDRY BOX, ONE(1) HOT WATER HEATER, AS PER PHILADELPHIA PLUMBING CODE.

  32. PermitAmend for conversion

    Permit 951368 · Completed

    TO AMEND PERMIT# 920449 SET ENTIRE BUILDING 8' BACK FROM FRONT PROPERTY LINE AND ADD ENTRY PORTIICO NO CHANGES TO ORIGINAL BUIDLING ENVELOPE, SIZE OR STRUCTURE, SIMPLY MOVED 8' BACK ON THE LOT PER PLANS

  33. PermitZoning/use

    Permit 942556 · COMPLETED

    ERECTION OF AN ATTACHED STRUCTURE WITH ROOF ACCESS STRUCTURE AND REAR SECOND FLOOR DECK ACCESSED THROUGH THE SECOND FLOOR (SIZE AND LOCATION AS SHOWN ON THE PLANS) USE AS SINGLE FAMILY HOUSEHOLD LIVING WITH ROFF DECK ABOVE THIRD FLOOR LEVEL ACCESED BY PILOT HOUSE AND ROOF DECK ABOVE SECOND FLOOR LEVEL ACCESSED THROUGH THIRD FLOOR (SIZE AND LOCATION AS SHOWN ON PLANS)

  34. PermitZoning/use

    Permit 920450 · COMPLETED

    FOR THE ERECTION OF A 3 STORY SINGLE FAMILY DWELLING WITH CELLAR, ROOF DECK AND PILOT HOUSE

  35. PermitNew Construction

    Permit 920449 · Completed

    FOR THE ERECTION OF A 3 STORY SINGLE FAMILY DWELLING WITH CELLAR, ROOF DECK AND PILOT HOUSE

  36. PermitZoning/use

    Permit 873706 · COMPLETED

    FOR THE COMPLETE DEMOLITION OF AN EXISTING STRUCTURE. SIZE AND LOCATION AS SHOWN IN APPLICATION/PLANS. FOR USE TO VACANT LOT.

  37. PermitDemolition

    Permit 873707 · COMPLETED

    COMPLETE DEMOLITION OF AN EXISTING SEMI-DETACHED (YARD ON ONE SIDE) THREE STORY, MASONRY AND WOOD SINGLE FAMILY DWELLING BY HAND METHODS. ALL PERMITTED DEMOLITION ACTIVITY TO BE IN ACCORDANCE WITH APPROVED SITE SAFETY DEMOLITION PLAN & SUCH PLAN TO BE MAINTAINED ON SITE AT ALL TIMES IN ACCORDANCE WITH PHILADELPHIA ADMINISTRATIVE CODE. COMPLETE SIDEWALK CLOSURE REQUIRED AS REFLECTED ON APPROVED SITE PLAN AND IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 3306 OF THE IBC. SEPARATE STREET CLOSURE PERMIT REQUIRED PRIOR TO START OF WORK. ANY DEVIATION WILL REQUIRE AN AMENDED BUILDING PERMIT. SLAB MUST BE BROKEN UP, SITE MUST BE BACKFILLED AND REMAINING WALL MUST BE STUCCOED IF NO NEW CONSTRUCTION PERMIT ISSUED WITHIN 30 DAYS OF COMPLETION OF DEMOLITION.

  38. PermitPlumbing

    Permit 873533 · COMPLETED

    SEAL 5" LATERAL & FAI - PA1# 2018-1221790 - REMOVE HOUSE TRAP AND HERMETICALLY SEALING THE LATERAL BY A CAP OR PLUG PER SECTION P-606.1 OF THE PHILADELPHIA PLUMBING CODE 2004 - "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"

Where this comes from

Methodology & freshness

This report was assembled Jul 25, 2026, 5:40 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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