House report

2544 Germantown Ave

3 stories4,644 sqftCMX2built 1915

Property at a glanceHouse

Owner-occupancy signal

2026 assessment
$59K 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$100K$200KZIP 19133 (Fairhill · West Kensington) median$59K200720112015201920232027
Property assessmentBlock median & rangeZIP 19133 (Fairhill · West Kensington) medianAssessmentL&I violationAppealPermitInspectionCertification

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Every dated record38 events · exact dates, newest first
  1. InspectionL&I investigation
  2. PermitAddition and/or Alteration
  3. PermitAddition and/or Alterations
  4. PermitAddition and/or Alteration
  5. PermitAddition and/or Alteration
  6. PermitAddition and/or Alterations
  7. InspectionL&I investigation
  8. InspectionL&I investigation
  9. L&I violationINSPECTION, TESTING & MAINTENANCE
  10. L&I violationSUPPRESSION SYSTEM TESTING & MAINTENANCE
  11. L&I violationFDC LOCKING CAPS
  12. L&I violationEXTERIOR STRUCTURE ROOF DRAINAGE
  13. InspectionL&I investigation
  14. L&I violationFAILURE TO PROVIDE REPORTS
  15. InspectionL&I investigation
  16. PermitAlterations
  17. PermitAlterations
  18. PermitRough-In
  19. CertificationSprinkler Certification
  20. PermitAddition and/or Alteration
  21. PermitAddition and/or Alteration
  22. PermitNew construction, addition, GFA change
  23. PermitChange of Use
  24. PermitNew Construction
  25. PermitAddition and/or Alteration
  26. PermitPlumbing
  27. L&I violationINSURANCE - POST CERT
  28. PermitNew Construction
  29. PermitMajor alteration
  30. InspectionBC INSP (likely: building-code inspection)
  31. PermitMajor alteration
  32. PermitSuppression
  33. PermitZoning
  34. L&I violationCAL LO (Commercial Activity License required)
  35. InspectionBC INSP (likely: building-code inspection)
  36. PermitZoning/use
  37. PermitUse
  38. AppealZoning board appeal

Flags: 1 zoning/board appeal on record. Informational only. Not investment advice or a consumer report (FCRA).

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$0/year estimated property tax

2026 taxable assessment $0 × 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 $58,900. 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 classificationFull assessment exemption shown

2026 OPA shows a zero or de minimis taxable assessment. The open assessment split does not establish the exemption's legal basis, continuing eligibility, or treatment after a transfer.

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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The property, on paper

OPA physical field record.

Stories
3
Interior
4,644 sqft livable area
Lot
3,700 sqft
Exterior condition
Average city code 4
Interior condition
Below average city code 5
Quality grade
C assessor's grade
Zoning
CMX2 city zoning code
Zoning appeals
1 CLOSED · Granted · 2007

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

Block context

2500 block of Germantown Ave. Compare parcels, ownership, and public-record history.

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Next door: 2542 Germantown Ave  ·  2540 Germantown Ave

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 CF-2023-085807 · PASSED

    The cited inspection visit was marked passed.

  2. PermitAddition and/or Alteration

    Permit EP-2024-012191 · Completed

    Interior modifications involving the installation of new lighting and electrical outlets as per 2017 NEC. Install additional fire alarm devices for lay out changes as per 2016 NFPA 72.

  3. PermitAddition and/or Alterations

    Permit FP-2024-002188 · 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. Relocate 54 sprinkler heads

  4. PermitAddition and/or Alteration

    Permit EP-2024-000359 · Completed

    Install 400A Service with 4 100A panels 94 Light fixtures 38 Emergency lights 10 Exit signs 4 Exhaust fans 88 Receptacle outlets 25 GFCIs 3 A/C condensers. ALL WORK IS TO BE DONE ACCORDING TO APPROVED DRAWINGS-2017 NEC.

  5. PermitAddition and/or Alteration

    Permit EP-2024-000261 · Issued

    Install occupant notification fire alarm system as per 2016 NFPA 72.

  6. PermitAddition and/or Alterations

    Permit MP-2023-004822 · Completed

    FOR THE INSTALLATION OF A NEW HVAC SYSTEM INCLUDING AIR CONDITIONER UNITS, REGISTERS AND DIFFUSERS WITH ASSOCIATED DUCTWORK AND ACCESSORIES AS PER PLANS.

  7. InvestigationL&I investigation

    Case CF-2023-085807 · FAILED

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

  8. InvestigationL&I investigation

    Case CF-2023-085807 · FAILED

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

  9. ViolationINSPECTION, TESTING & MAINTENANCE

    Case CF-2023-085807 · Violation VI-2023-063232 · Code F-901.6 · COMPLIED

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

  10. ViolationSUPPRESSION SYSTEM TESTING & MAINTENANCE

    Case CF-2023-085807 · Violation VI-2023-063233 · Code F-903.5 · COMPLIED

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

  11. ViolationFDC LOCKING CAPS

    Case CF-2023-085807 · Violation VI-2023-063234 · Code F-912.4.1 · COMPLIED

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

  12. ViolationEXTERIOR STRUCTURE ROOF DRAINAGE

    Case CF-2023-085807 · Violation VI-2023-063235 · Code PM15-304.7 · COMPLIED

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

  13. InvestigationL&I investigation

    Case CF-2023-085807 · FAILED

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

  14. ViolationFAILURE TO PROVIDE REPORTS

    Case CF-2023-042756 · Violation VI-2023-032826 · Code A-202.4 · WARNING ISSUED

    Resolution: WARNING ISSUED

  15. InvestigationL&I investigation

    Case CF-2023-042756

  16. PermitAlterations

    Permit PP-2023-004289 · Completed

    INSTALL 1 MOP SINK, 1 HOT WATER HEATER, 4 KITCHEN SINKS AND 4 WATER CLOSETS ACCORDING TO THE 2018 PPC AND PER PLANS.

  17. PermitAlterations

    Permit PP-2023-005042 · Completed

    Install a new 1'' K copper water line from water main into the building.

  18. PermitRough-In

    Permit PP-2023-004359 · Completed

    ROUGH IN OF ABOVE GROUND PIPING OF 14 FIXTURES

  19. CertificationSprinkler Certification

    Certification BC-2023-016868 · Deficient

  20. PermitAddition and/or Alteration

    Permit CP-2022-003045 · Completed

    FOR LEVEL 3 ALTERATIONS OF AN EXISTING THREE-STORY, ATTACHED STRUCTURE AS PER PLANS. AMENDMENT (3/29/2023) TO REVISE PLANS AND CHANGE THE LOCATION OF EXIT DOOR AS PER REVISED PLANS.

  21. PermitAddition and/or Alteration

    Permit CP-2021-000148 · Expired

    For the erection of a structure (outdoor uncovered stage, not building) adjacent to an existing building (size and location as shown on plans), not to exceed the property line.

  22. PermitNew construction, addition, GFA change

    Permit ZP-2020-002000 · Expired

    FOR THE ERECTION OF A STRUCTURE (OUTDOOR STAGE, NOT BUILDING) TO AN EXISTING BUILDING (SIZE AND LOCATION AS SHOWN ON PLANS)

  23. PermitChange of Use

    Permit ZP-2020-001995 · Completed

    Unity of Use

  24. PermitNew Construction

    Permit 945360 · Completed

    ELECTRICAL: INSTALLATION OF A 11.4KW(DC) SOLAR PV SYSTEM CONSISTING OF (38) JINKO300 MODULES, (38) P320 OPTIMIZERS, AND (1) SE60000H-US SOLAREDGE INVERTER AS PER 2008 NEC.

  25. PermitAddition and/or Alteration

    Permit 945330 · Issued

    FOR THE INSTALLATION OF PV SYSTEM WITH ROOF MOUNT RACKING SYSTEM ON ROOF TOP EXISTING STRUCTURE.

  26. PermitPlumbing

    Permit 931355 · COMPLETED

    REAR CURB TRAP/MAIN DRAIN, FRESH AIR INLET, ROUGH IN POWDER ROOM PA ONE CALL #2018-3231412

  27. ViolationINSURANCE - POST CERT

    Case 569943 · Violation 3546285 · Code A-302.8/32 · COMPLIED

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

  28. PermitNew Construction

    Permit 582332 · Completed

    FIRE ALARM MOVE ONE PULL STATION ELECTRICAL-MOVE SOME EXISTING WIRING AND WIRE AND INSTALL LIGHTS PER 2008 NEC & NFPA 72 (COMMUNITY CENTER) FIRE ALARM MOVE ONE PULL STATION ELECTRICAL-MOVE SOME EXISTING WIRING AND WIRE AND INSTALL LIGHTS PER 2008 NEC & NFPA 72 (COMMUNITY CENTER FIRE ALARM PULL STATION TO BE MOVED IS NOT SHOWN ON ELECTRICAL PLANS. PROVIDE THREE (3) COPIES OF ELECTIRCAL PLANS SHOWING RELOCATED F/A PULL STATION

  29. PermitMajor alteration

    Permit 569943 · COMPLETED

    LEVEL II EXTERIOR ALTERATIONS TO GERMANTOWN AVE FACADE TO INCLUDE NEW ENTRYWAY, DOOR, SLIDING WINDOW COVERING ASSEMBLY, WINDOWS AND BRICK REPAIR TO INCLUDE REMOVAL OF EXISTING MASONRY CORBELS AND NEW STUCCO AND BRICK VENEER INSTALLATION AS PER APPROVED PLANS. **SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR SIGN INSTALLATION AND STREETS DEPT APPROVAL FOR ENTRY STAIR REPLACEMENTS**

  30. InvestigationBC INSP (likely: building-code inspection)

    Case 192977 · PASSED

    Legacy inspection shorthand; confirm the inspection type and scope in the City case file. The cited inspection visit was marked passed.

  31. PermitMajor alteration

    Permit 252845 · COMPLETED

    EXTERIOR METAL EGRESS STAIR - INTERIOR ADA BATHROOM - ADA COMPLIANT ENTRANCE. CERTIFICATE OF OCCUPANCY IS REQUIRED FOR 2ND AND 3RD FLOOR PRIOR TO OCCUPANCY.

  32. PermitSuppression

    Permit 232816 · COMPLETED

    DESIGN, FABRICATE, AND INSTALL A COMPLETE AND FUNCTIONAL HYDRAULICALLY CALCULATED WET SPRINKLER SYSTEM TO ACCOMMODATE NEW TENANT LAYOUT AS PER PLANS.CERTIFICATE OF OCCUPANCY IS REQUIRED PRIOR TO OCCUPANCY

  33. PermitZoning

    Permit 212695 · COMPLETED

    CONSOLIDATING 1 BLDG AND VACANT LOT. RELOCATION OF LOT LINES TO CREATE ONE LOT FROM THREE(3) LOTS

  34. ViolationCAL LO (Commercial Activity License required)

    Case 192977 · Violation 1255716 · Code 19-2602.1/1 · COMPLIED

    Philadelphia Code §19-2602(1) requires a Commercial Activity License before conducting business in the city. City marked this violation complied with; check the resolution date and live case for what was accepted.

  35. InvestigationBC INSP (likely: building-code inspection)

    Case 192977 · FAILED

    Legacy inspection shorthand; confirm the inspection type and scope in the City case file. The cited inspection visit was marked failed; later rows may show follow-up or resolution.

  36. PermitZoning/use

    Permit 120998 · COMPLETED

    COMMUNITY ARTS ORGANIZATION AND ACC SIGN.

  37. PermitUse

    Permit 56713 · COMPLETED

    COMMUNITY ARTS ORGANIZATION

  38. AppealZoning board appeal

    Appeal 3035 · CLOSED · Granted

    PERMIT FOR COMMUNITY CENTER CONSISTING OF A LIBRARY, COMPUTER LAB AND OFFICE ON THE SECOND FLOOR, ARTS AND CRAFTS CLASSROOM ON THE 3RD FLOOR IN THE SAME BUILDING WITH EXISTING DANCE STUDIO (ONE TENANT ENTIRE BUILDING) ON THE FIRST FLOOR AND

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Methodology & freshness

This report was assembled Jul 23, 2026, 10:32 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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