Apartment building report

171 W Berks St

5 stories31,425 sqftIRMXbuilt 2023

Property at a glanceApartment building

171 W Berks Alpha LLC

2026 assessment
$5.7M OPA value, not a listing price
2027 published assessment
$5.3M Future roll, not the current tax bill
Neighborhood area
Olde Kensington · North Philadelphia Approximate · based on ZIP 19122
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3 violation rows marked OPEN in 1 active case

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Case CF-2026-034549

Notice Of Violation

IN VIOLATION

Opened Apr 14, 2026 · Latest inspection FAILED · Jun 10, 2026

  • Inspection, Testing And MaintenanceF-907.8.5
  • Periodic TestingF-901.6.4
  • Suppression System Testing & MaintenanceF-903.5

OPEN is the status in the fetched L&I file, not a new inspection by BlockReport. Read the notice for the cited condition and required correction, then verify the live case with L&I.

Assessment and City record timeline

The line tracks this property’s published City assessment. Markers show deeds, permits, inspections, licenses, violations, certifications, and appeals on their recorded dates. Select one to read the filing.

Assessments are tax-roll values, not sale prices or appraisals. OPA has published a 2027 assessment of $5,263,100. It is not yet the billed-year tax basis.

$0$5.0M$10M$5.3M200720112015201920232027
Property assessmentAssessmentL&I violationPermitInspectionLicenseCertification

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Every dated record33 events · exact dates, newest first
  1. InspectionL&I investigation
  2. L&I violationINSPECTION, TESTING AND MAINTENANCE
  3. L&I violationPERIODIC TESTING
  4. L&I violationSUPPRESSION SYSTEM TESTING & MAINTENANCE
  5. InspectionL&I investigation
  6. CertificationFire Alarm Certification
  7. CertificationSprinkler Certification
  8. CertificationSprinkler Certification
  9. PermitAddition and/or Alterations
  10. PermitAddition and/or Alteration
  11. PermitAlterations
  12. PermitAddition and/or Alteration
  13. License171 W. Berks Alpha, LLC: Rental landlord or residential registration initially issued
  14. PermitChange of Use
  15. InspectionL&I investigation
  16. PermitSolar Panels and Structure
  17. PermitAddition and/or Alteration
  18. InspectionL&I investigation
  19. L&I violationWORK NOT ACCORDING TO PLANS
  20. InspectionL&I investigation
  21. PermitNew Construction
  22. PermitNew Construction
  23. PermitNew Construction or Additions
  24. PermitNew Construction
  25. PermitFoundation
  26. PermitNew Construction
  27. LicenseJOSE CARPENA: Motor Vehicle Repair / Fuel Dispensing business license marked inactive
  28. LicenseJOSE CARPENA: Dumpster License - Private Property L&I license filing marked inactive
  29. LicenseJOSE CARPENA (M&K ONE STOP): Food Establishment, Retail Permanent Location business license marked inactive
  30. LicenseJOSE CARPENA (M&K ONE STOP): Food Establishment, Retail Permanent Location business license initially issued
  31. LicenseJOSE CARPENA: Motor Vehicle Repair / Fuel Dispensing business license initially issued
  32. LicenseJOSE CARPENA (AUTOVILLE INC): Dumpster License - Private Property L&I license filing initially issued
  33. LicenseJOSE CARPENA: Dumpster License - Private Property L&I license filing initially issued

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$7,920/year estimated property tax

2026 taxable assessment $565,780 × 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 $5,263,100. 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 881001058
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Exemption classificationPartial assessment exemption, basis unverified

2026 OPA taxes $565,780 of $5,657,800 assessed. The assessment fields alone do not identify a program, approval date, expiration, or buyer eligibility.

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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.

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Building report

Apartment building

Apartment building, recorded in the City's apartments category. The public record and owner trail follow.

3 open violations

What it is
Apartment building Apts 5-50 Units Masonry
Owner
171 W Berks Alpha LLC
$ / sq ft
$167 above the $147 median for 2,826 apartments parcels citywide
Licensed units
28 active rental license
Interior area
31,425 sqft
Lot size
7,400 sqft
Stories
5
Built
2023
Zoning
IRMX

Recorded owner

Who's behind it

171 W Berks Alpha LLC · corporate / LLC owner

• Tax bills mail to 502 Walnut St, Philadelphia PA, 19106
• Holds an active rental license for this address

Block context

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

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Next door: 173 W Berks St  ·  175 W Berks 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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JOSE CARPENA (M&K ONE STOP)Inactive

Food Establishment, Retail Permanent Location · Initial issue date Jun 9, 2008 · Terminal license date Apr 12, 2010

JOSE CARPENAInactive

Motor Vehicle Repair / Fuel Dispensing · Initial issue date May 30, 2007 · Terminal license date Mar 1, 2018

Landlord and residential filings

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

171 W. Berks Alpha, LLCActive

Rental · Initial issue date Jan 5, 2022 · Filed expiration Jan 4, 2027

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 33 dated rows
  1. InvestigationL&I investigation

    Case CF-2026-034549 · FAILED

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

  2. ViolationINSPECTION, TESTING AND MAINTENANCE

    Case CF-2026-034549 · Violation VI-2026-021327 · Code F-907.8.5 · OPEN

    The individual violation row was marked open in the assembled City file; verify the live notice and any later inspection.

  3. ViolationPERIODIC TESTING

    Case CF-2026-034549 · Violation VI-2026-021332 · Code F-901.6.4 · OPEN

    The individual violation row was marked open in the assembled City file; verify the live notice and any later inspection.

  4. ViolationSUPPRESSION SYSTEM TESTING & MAINTENANCE

    Case CF-2026-034549 · Violation VI-2026-021326 · Code F-903.5 · OPEN

    The individual violation row was marked open in the assembled City file; verify the live notice and any later inspection.

  5. InvestigationL&I investigation

    Case CF-2026-034549 · FAILED

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

  6. CertificationFire Alarm Certification

    Certification BC-2026-014650 · Certified

    Expires 2026-10-27

  7. CertificationSprinkler Certification

    Certification BC-2026-011696 · Certified

    Expires 2026-09-12

  8. CertificationSprinkler Certification

    Certification BC-2023-010495 · Certified

    Expires 2024-05-03

  9. PermitAddition and/or Alterations

    Permit FP-2022-001107 · Completed

    EZ PERMIT SPRINKLER RELOCATION (NFPA 13)- For the Relocation of Sprinkler Heads as per attached standards. Deviations from these standards require submission of construction and site plans.

  10. PermitAddition and/or Alteration

    Permit EP-2022-002848 · Completed

    Move panel to the ft couple bays Add 24 heating panels ( thermostat and relays supply by owner) Wire for 12 track lights Water fountian outlet Demo Use existing emergency lights Add new emergency lights per plan 2 to 3 outlets for camera Add light at lobby 2 standard decora dimmers for track and light at lobby Bathroom 1: 1 recess 1 panasonic fan 1 gfi Bathroom 2: 2 recess 1 panasonic fan 1 gfi 3 lights at dressing area Storage Room: 3 lights Washer and dryer outlet As per 2017 NEC

  11. PermitAlterations

    Permit PP-2022-001954 · Completed

    Alterations: Interior plumbing. All proposed work to be done in accordance with Philadelphia Plumbing Code 2018.

  12. PermitAddition and/or Alteration

    Permit CP-2022-000013 · Completed

    LEVEL II ALTERATIONS WITH PARTIAL CHANGE OF OCCUPANCY TO FIT-OUT SHELL GROUND FLOOR COMMERCIAL SPACE FOR A YOGA STUDIO (PERSONAL SERVICES) AS PER APPROVED PLANS. EXISTING BUILDING FULLY SPRINKLERED PER NFPA 13. *2018 IEBC REVIEW* **SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR ANY MEP OR FIRE SUPPRESSION WORK**

  13. License issue event171 W. Berks Alpha, LLC: Rental landlord or residential registration initially issued

    License 884858 · Active

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

  14. PermitChange of Use

    Permit ZP-2021-015250 · Completed

    Personal Services

  15. InvestigationL&I investigation

    Case CF-2021-063112 · PASSED

    The cited inspection visit was marked passed.

  16. PermitSolar Panels and Structure

    Permit GP-2021-008955 · Completed

    FOR THE INSTALLATION OF A PV ARRAY WITH BALLAST SYSTEM ON AN EXISTING STRUCTURE BASED ON MANUFACTURER'S SPECIFICATIONS. **SEPARATE PERMIT REQUIRED FOR ELECTRICAL WORK.**

  17. PermitAddition and/or Alteration

    Permit EP-2021-001782 · Completed

    Installation of approximately a 25.60 kW Solar Installation consisting of 64 TrinaSolar 400W Modules and 64 Enphase IQ7+-72-2-US (208V) Micro-inverters, system will consist of 3 arrays, wire management, Ac Disconnect. Meter will be provided by PECO subsequent to installation as per 2017 NEC

  18. InvestigationL&I investigation

    Case CF-2021-063112 · FAILED

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

  19. ViolationWORK NOT ACCORDING TO PLANS

    Case CF-2021-063112 · Violation VI-2021-045404 · Code A-302.10/2 · COMPLIED

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

  20. InvestigationL&I investigation

    Case CF-2021-063112 · FAILED

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

  21. PermitNew Construction

    Permit EP-2020-011871 · Completed

    Wiring throughout of 28 unit building with first floor commercial shell. All common hallway wiring. New 1200 amp 3 phase service with 125 amp sub service to each apartment (28). A new fire alarm system as per NFPA 72.

  22. PermitNew Construction

    Permit MP-2021-000411 · Completed

    FOR THE INSTALLATION OF A NEW HVAC SYSTEMS, ASSOCIATED DUCT WORK, ROOFTOP UNITS, MOUNTED HEATERS, AND THREE HUNDRED SIX (306) REGISTERS/DIFFUSERS AS PER APPROVED PLANS. SEPARATE PERMIT REQUIRED FOR ELECTRICAL, PLUMBING, FIRE SUPPRESSION.

  23. PermitNew Construction or Additions

    Permit PP-2020-014276 · Completed

    45 Water Closets; 45 Lavs; 16 Bathtubs; 28 Showers; 29 Kitchen Sinks; 28 Washer Boxes; 30 Hot Water Heaters Pex and PVC and Cast Iron and Copper 2" Domestic Water Service, Curb Traps and Main Drains Interior and Exterior

  24. PermitNew Construction

    Permit FP-2020-002427 · Completed

    FOR THE INSTALLATION OF A NEW FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEM DESIGNED PER NFPA 13 STANDARD WITH A NEW 6 INCH FIRE SERVICE LINE AND SPRINKLER LAYOUT AS PER PLANS. AMENDMENT (8/14/2021) Revised CP100 to backflow device installed.

  25. PermitFoundation

    Permit SP-2020-000095 · Completed

    For shoring a length of 32' along Mutter Street between (Berks Street & Norris Street). See approved building permit #1027527 for the new construction.

  26. PermitNew Construction

    Permit 1027527 · Completed

    NEW CONSTRUCTION OF A FIVE STORY STRUCTURE WITH ROOF DECK FOR USE AS MULTI-FAMILY DWELLING (28 TOTAL UNITS) WITH A SHELL NON-RESIDENTIAL SPACE (USE REGISTRATION AND C.O. PERMITS REQUIRED PRIOR TO OCCUPANCY) AND ACCESSORY PARKING GARAGE ON THE FIRST FLOOR AS PER APPROVED PLANS. BUILDING TO BE FULLY SPRINKLERED PER NFPA 13 AND INCLUDE STANDPIPES PER NFPA 14. FIRST FLOOR TO BE OF TYPE IA CONSTRUCTION AND TYPE VA CONSTRUCTION ABOVE PER HORIZONTAL BUILDING SEPARATION ALLOWANCE, SECTION 510.2 OF 2018 IBC. *2018* **SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR MEP & FIRE SUPPRESSION WORK* AMENDMENT APPROVED 2/12/21 AMEND NEW CONSTRUCTION PERMIT 1027527 TO INCLUDE HORIZONTAL EXIT AT 2ND THROUGH 5TH FLOORS AS PER APPROVED PLANS.

  27. License terminal eventJOSE CARPENA: Motor Vehicle Repair / Fuel Dispensing business license marked inactive

    License 411691 · Inactive

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

  28. License terminal eventJOSE CARPENA: Dumpster License - Private Property L&I license filing marked inactive

    License 411596 · Inactive

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

  29. License terminal eventJOSE CARPENA (M&K ONE STOP): Food Establishment, Retail Permanent Location business license marked inactive

    License 448161 · Inactive

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

  30. License issue eventJOSE CARPENA (M&K ONE STOP): Food Establishment, Retail Permanent Location business license initially issued

    License 448161 · Inactive

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

  31. License issue eventJOSE CARPENA: Motor Vehicle Repair / Fuel Dispensing business license initially issued

    License 411691 · Inactive

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

  32. License issue eventJOSE CARPENA (AUTOVILLE INC): Dumpster License - Private Property L&I license filing initially issued

    License 411592 · Inactive

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

  33. License issue eventJOSE CARPENA: Dumpster License - Private Property L&I license filing initially issued

    License 411596 · Inactive

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

Where this comes from

Methodology & freshness

This report was assembled Jul 24, 2026, 12:32 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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