Apartment building report

3952-54 Lancaster Ave

3 stories9,500 sqftCMX2built 2024

Property at a glanceApartments

Cja Real Estate Development LLC

2026 assessment
$1.9M OPA value, not a listing price
2027 published assessment
$2.0M Future roll, not the current tax bill
Neighborhood area
University City · West Powelton Approximate · based on ZIP 19104
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3 violation rows marked OPEN in 1 active case

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Case CF-2026-039109

Notice Of Violation

IN VIOLATION

Opened Apr 22, 2026 · Latest inspection FAILED · Jul 8, 2026

  • StorageF-304.2
  • Abatement Of Electrical HazardsF-604.1
  • Fire ExtinguishersF-906.2

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 $1,985,700. It is not yet the billed-year tax basis.

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Property assessmentAssessmentL&I violationPermitInspectionLicenseCertification

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Every dated record33 events · exact dates, newest first
  1. InspectionL&I investigation
  2. L&I violationSTORAGE
  3. L&I violationABATEMENT OF ELECTRICAL HAZARDS
  4. L&I violationFIRE EXTINGUISHERS
  5. InspectionL&I investigation
  6. InspectionL&I investigation
  7. CertificationFire Alarm Certification
  8. LicensePLANT AND PEOPLE: Food Preparing and Serving business license initially issued
  9. InspectionL&I investigation
  10. PermitAddition and/or Alterations
  11. InspectionL&I investigation
  12. CertificationSprinkler Certification
  13. PermitAlterations
  14. InspectionL&I investigation
  15. L&I violationDUCTWORK
  16. L&I violationCOMPL CONCEAL- BLDG PERM WORK
  17. L&I violationNEW ELECTRICAL WIRING
  18. L&I violationNEW PLUMBING
  19. L&I violationINSTALL FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEM
  20. L&I violationOCCUPIED W/O TCO OR CO
  21. InspectionL&I investigation
  22. PermitAddition and/or Alteration
  23. PermitChange of Use
  24. LicenseCJA Real Estate Development LLC: Rental landlord or residential registration initially issued
  25. L&I violationFAILURE TO PROVIDE REPORTS
  26. InspectionL&I investigation
  27. PermitNew Construction
  28. PermitNew Construction or Additions
  29. PermitNew Construction
  30. PermitNew Construction
  31. PermitNew Construction or Additions
  32. PermitNew construction, addition, GFA change
  33. PermitNew Construction

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$2,594/year estimated property tax

2026 taxable assessment $185,300 × 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 $1,985,700. 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 881000668
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Exemption classificationPartial assessment exemption, basis unverified

2026 OPA taxes $185,300 of $1,853,000 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

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

3 open violations

What it is
Apartments Non Pd Pkg Lot Commercial
Owner
Cja Real Estate Development LLC
$ / sq ft
$209 above the $147 median for 2,826 apartments parcels citywide
Corridor
40th and Lancaster city commercial corridor
Licensed units
15 active rental license
Interior area
9,500 sqft
Lot size
4,003 sqft
Stories
3
Built
2024
Zoning
CMX2

Recorded owner

Who's behind it

Cja Real Estate Development LLC · corporate / LLC owner

• Tax bills mail to 1632 North 29th Street, Philadelphia PA, 19121
• Holds an active rental license for this address

Block context

3900 block of Lancaster Ave. Compare parcels, ownership, and public-record history.

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Next door: 3950 Lancaster Ave  ·  3948 Lancaster Ave

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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PLANT AND PEOPLEActive

Food Preparing and Serving · Initial issue date Dec 1, 2025 · Filed expiration Nov 30, 2026

Landlord and residential filings

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

CJA Real Estate Development LLCActive

Rental · Initial issue date Nov 26, 2024 · Filed expiration Nov 25, 2026

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.

Inferred from public records · 2025-07-28 through 2026-07-28

Food and drink at this property

1 possible-opening record signal in this 12-month window. These are classifications, not confirmed announcements.

Inference, not an opening announcement. Possible-opening classifications are inferences from public permit and license records, not confirmed opening announcements. A permit is authorization for a stated scope, not proof that work occurred or finished. A license is an L&I registration, not proof that a business is open or operating. Food and drink uses the seven exact L&I license types already used by BlockReport. The City record does not support a reliable restaurant, bar, and cafe split. License renewals do not create new events. The opening date is the earliest initial issue date for a deduped OPA parcel, normalized business identity, and license type. Sources: L&I building permits and L&I business licenses, data through Jul 28, 2026.

Open every source row 33 dated rows
  1. InvestigationL&I investigation

    Case CF-2026-039109 · FAILED

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

  2. ViolationSTORAGE

    Case CF-2026-039109 · Violation VI-2026-029674 · Code F-304.2 · OPEN

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

  3. ViolationABATEMENT OF ELECTRICAL HAZARDS

    Case CF-2026-039109 · Violation VI-2026-029675 · Code F-604.1 · OPEN

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

  4. ViolationFIRE EXTINGUISHERS

    Case CF-2026-039109 · Violation VI-2026-029676 · Code F-906.2 · 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-2026-039109 · FAILED

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

  6. InvestigationL&I investigation

    Case CF-2026-039109 · FAILED

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

  7. CertificationFire Alarm Certification

    Certification BC-2026-008211 · Certified

    Expires 2027-01-16

  8. License issue eventPLANT AND PEOPLE: Food Preparing and Serving business license initially issued

    License 0994610 · Active

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

  9. InvestigationL&I investigation

    Case CF-2025-036928 · PASSED

    The cited inspection visit was marked passed.

  10. PermitAddition and/or Alterations

    Permit MP-2025-003536 · Completed

    EZ PERMIT DUCTWORK & WARM-AIR APPLIANCES- HVAC INSTALL FOR A UNIT OF 2000 CFM OR LESS WITH NO PENTRATIONS THROUGH FIRE RATED ASSEMBILIES. NO COMMON AREAS IN THE BUILDING ASSOCIATED WITH THIS TENANT HVAC PERMIT AS PER EZ MECHANICAL STANDARDS. ALL EQUIPEMENT MUST BE CONTAINED IN THE UNITED SERVED. CONDENSOR UNIT TO BE LOCATED IN THE GARAGE- For the installation if New Ductwork, Registers/Grilles/Diffusers, and Warm-Air Appliances as per attached standards. Deviations from these standards require submission of construction and site plans.

  11. InvestigationL&I investigation

    Case CF-2025-036928 · FAILED

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

  12. CertificationSprinkler Certification

    Certification BC-2025-020955 · Certified

    Expires 2026-06-17

  13. PermitAlterations

    Permit PP-2025-004471 · Completed

    INTERIOR ALTERATIONS TO LEGALIZE COFFEE SHOP. INSTALLATION OF DRAINAGE, WASTE, VENT, AND WATER SUPPLY FOR LISTED FIXTURES. ALL FOOD PREP FIXTURES WILL BE PROVIDED WITH APPROVED AIR GAPS AND BACKFLOW PREVENTERS WHERE REQUIRED. VENTING TO BE INSTALLED AND DESIGNED IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 919 PHILADELPHIA SINGLE STACK VENT SYSTEM. ALL WORK SHALL BE INSTALLED IN STRICT ACCORDANCE WITH 2018 PPC AND APPROVED PLANS.

  14. InvestigationL&I investigation

    Case CF-2025-036928 · FAILED

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

  15. ViolationDUCTWORK

    Case CF-2025-036928 · Violation VI-2025-027919 · Code A-301.1/43 · COMPLIED

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

  16. ViolationCOMPL CONCEAL- BLDG PERM WORK

    Case CF-2025-036928 · Violation VI-2025-027905 · Code A-402.1/1 · CLOSED

    Resolution: CLOSED - WRITTEN IN ERROR City marked the record closed; open the case for the closing reason.

  17. ViolationNEW ELECTRICAL WIRING

    Case CF-2025-036928 · Violation VI-2025-027906 · Code A-301.1/50 · COMPLIED

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

  18. ViolationNEW PLUMBING

    Case CF-2025-036928 · Violation VI-2025-027907 · Code A-301.1/54 · COMPLIED

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

  19. ViolationINSTALL FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEM

    Case CF-2025-036928 · Violation VI-2025-027918 · Code A-301.1/27 · COMPLIED

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

  20. ViolationOCCUPIED W/O TCO OR CO

    Case CF-2025-036928 · Violation VI-2025-027904 · Code A-701.1/1 · COMPLIED

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

  21. InvestigationL&I investigation

    Case CF-2025-036928 · FAILED

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

  22. PermitAddition and/or Alteration

    Permit CP-2025-001995 · Completed

    FOR LEVEL II ALTERATIONS TO AN EXISTING ATTACHED STRUCTURE. ALTERATIONS TO INCLUDE THE ERECTION OF PARTITION WALLS, PROVIDE FINISHES/FURNISHINGS AND ACCESSIBILITY IMPROVEMENTS THROUGHOUT. FOR USE AS RETAIL SALES OF FOOD, BEVERAGES, AND GROCERIES IN AN EXISTING STRUCTURE WITH OTHER USES AS PREVIOUSLY APPROVED. ALL WORK TO BE DONE PER APPROVED PLANS. ***************** SEPARATE PERMITS TO BE OBTAINED FOR ALL OTHER WORK. ******************************************

  23. PermitChange of Use

    Permit ZP-2025-002898 · Issued

    Retail Sales - Food, Beverages, and Groceries

  24. License issue eventCJA Real Estate Development LLC: Rental landlord or residential registration initially issued

    License 0966422 · Active

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

  25. ViolationFAILURE TO PROVIDE REPORTS

    Case CF-2023-122671 · Violation VI-2023-092988 · Code A-202.4 · SVN ISSUED

    Resolution: SVN ISSUED

  26. InvestigationL&I investigation

    Case CF-2023-122671

  27. PermitNew Construction

    Permit MP-2023-003884 · Completed

    FOR THE INSTALLATION OF REGISTERS, DIFFUSERS AND APPLIANCES WITH ASSOCIATED DUCTWORK. APPLIANCES TO BE INSTALLED IN ACCORDANCE WITH MANUFACTURER'S SPECIFICATIONS. ** ALL WORK TO BE DONE PER APPROVED PLANS. ** IF FIELD CONDITIONS VARY CONTACT DESIGN ENGINEER PRIOR TO THE START OF ANY WORK.** SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR ALL OTHER WORK.**

  28. PermitNew Construction or Additions

    Permit PP-2023-011299 · Completed

    Exterior Plumbing : New Sewer, New House Drain, FAI, CT, (1) 1’’ Copper Line Water Commercial Area, (1) 2’’ Copper Line Water Residential Area

  29. PermitNew Construction

    Permit EP-2023-004883 · Completed

    Install 1400A service with 1200A meter bank and 200A commercial service(SERVICE DISCONNECTS to be labeled 1 & 2.) Install wiring throughout ,em.lighting 110v interconnected smoke alarms,show-window receptacles. Install complete addressable fire alarm system. ALL WORK IS TO BE DONE ACCORDING TO APPROVED DRAWINGS-2017 NEC,2016 NFPA-72,2018 PHILA FIRE CODE.

  30. PermitNew Construction

    Permit FP-2023-001661 · Completed

    FOR THE INSTALLATION OF A FOUR-INCH FIRE SERVICE LINE, FOUR-INCH BACKFLOW PREVENTER AND FIRE SPRINKLER SYSTEM IN ACCORDANCE WITH APPROVED PLANS, HYDRAULIC CALCULATIONS AND NFPA 13.

  31. PermitNew Construction or Additions

    Permit PP-2023-007774 · Completed

    INSTALL 22 WATER CLOSETS, 22 LAVATORIES, 19 SHOWER/TUBS, 15 KITCHEN SINKS, 18 HUB DRAINS, 1 BACKFLOW PREVENTERS, 1 FLOOR DRAINS, 16 HOT WATER HEATERS, 15 WASHING MACHINE BOXES, 4 BACKWATER VALVES, 2 SUMP PUMPS, 2 EJECTOR SUMP PUMPS, 5 AREA DRAINS AND 3 ROOF DRAINS ACCORDING TO THE 2018 PPC AND PER PLANS.

  32. PermitNew construction, addition, GFA change

    Permit ZP-2021-012405 · Completed

    FOR THE ERECTION OF AN ATTACHED STRUCTURE HEIGHT NTE 45' WITH A GREEN ROOF AND PILOT HOUSE FOR MAINTENANCE USE ONLY. FOR MIXED USE, MULTI-FAMILY (15 DWELLING UNITS TOTAL) COMMERCIAL USE RESTRICED TO FIRST FLOOR. GREEN ROOF AND LOW-INCOME HOUSING DENSITY BONUS APPLIED. DEED RESTRICTION REQUIRED FOR GREEN ROOF CONSTRUCTION AND MAINTENANCE. **AMENDED AS OF 7/25/2024 TO SATISFY THE REQUIREMENT OF THE MIXED-INCOME HOUSING BONUS**

  33. PermitNew Construction

    Permit 1004917 · Completed

    FOR THE ERECTION OF A THREE (3) STORY ATTACHED STRUCTURE FOR USE AS VACANT COMMERCIAL SPACE ON THE FIRST FLOOR, MULTI FAMILY (12 UNITS) HOUSEHOLD LIVING AT REST OF THE BUILDING WITH A GREEN ROOF AND LOW-INCOME HOUSING DENSITY BONUS APPLIED. ALL WORK TO BE DONE PER APPROVED PLANS. BUILDING TO BE SPRINKLERED PER NFPA 13 SYSTEM THROUGHOUT. IF FIELD CONDITIONS VARY CONTACT DESIGN ENGINEER PRIOR TO THE START OF ANY WORK. SEPARATE PERMITS TO BE OBTAINED FOR ALL OTHER WORK. A COVERED WALKWAY OR SIDEWALK CLOSURE SHALL BE REQUIRED WITHIN 9.5 FEET OF THE BUILDING FAÇADE IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 3306 OF THE 2018 IBC. SEPARATE BUILDING AND/OR STREETS DEPARTMENT PERMIT REQUIRED PRIOR TO THE START OF ANY WORK.***2018 IBC*** [AMENDED AS OF 12.23.2022: INTERIOR PLAN REVISIONS TO INCREASE DWELLING UNITS TO 15 (FROM 12), REMOVAL OF PROJECTION BAY (FACING HAVERFORD AVE.), AND FRAMING PLANS REVISIONS.] [AMENDED AS OF 4.27.2023: FOR SPECIAL INSPECTIONS, DOCUMENTS REVISION, AND UPDATES TO THE STRUCTURAL PLANS TO SHOW ONE BAY ALONG HAVERFORD AVE. FRONTAGE.] [AMENDED AS OF 9.20.2023: FOR REVISIONS TO THE INTERIOR EXIT STAIRWAY ENCLOSURE WALL ASSEMBLIES AND FIRE DOOR RATINGS.]

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Methodology & freshness

This report was assembled Jul 25, 2026, 2:25 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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