Commercial property report

401 S 2nd St

5 stories27,584 sqftCMX2built 1787

Property at a glanceOffices

Pen Del Ross House LP

2026 assessment
$3.7M OPA value, not a listing price
2027 published assessment
$3.6M Future roll, not the current tax bill
Neighborhood area
Queen Village · East Passyunk Approximate · based on ZIP 19147
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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 $3,613,500. It is not yet the billed-year tax basis.

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Property assessmentAssessmentL&I violationPermitInspectionLicenseCertification

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Every dated record48 events · exact dates, newest first
  1. CertificationFire Alarm Certification
  2. CertificationSprinkler Certification
  3. InspectionL&I investigation
  4. CertificationFire Alarm Certification
  5. CertificationSprinkler Certification
  6. CertificationFire Alarm Certification
  7. CertificationSprinkler Certification
  8. CertificationFire Alarm Certification
  9. InspectionL&I investigation
  10. CertificationSprinkler Certification
  11. CertificationFire Alarm Certification
  12. CertificationSprinkler Certification
  13. InspectionL&I investigation
  14. PermitAddition and/or Alterations
  15. PermitAlterations
  16. PermitAddition and/or Alterations
  17. PermitAddition and/or Alteration
  18. PermitRough-In
  19. PermitAddition and/or Alterations
  20. PermitAddition and/or Alteration
  21. L&I violationFIRE SUPPRESSION CERTIFICATION
  22. L&I violationDOOR AND WINDOW OCCUPIED/MIXED
  23. L&I violationGENERAL REQ.- CITE CODE SECTIO
  24. L&I violationOPEN JUNCTION BOXES
  25. L&I violationINTERIOR SURFACES
  26. L&I violationFDC SIGNAGE REQUIRED
  27. L&I violationCERTIFICATION
  28. InspectionHCEU INSP (Housing Code Enforcement Unit inspection)
  29. PermitInterior Non-Load-Bearing Wall Demo.
  30. PermitUse
  31. PermitNew Construction
  32. PermitElectrical
  33. PermitSuppression
  34. PermitSuppression
  35. LicensePEN DEL ROSS HOUSE LP: Rental landlord or residential registration initially issued
  36. InspectionPRECOURT (likely: pre-court compliance inspection)
  37. InspectionPRECOURT (likely: pre-court compliance inspection)
  38. InspectionCI INSP
  39. InspectionCI INSP
  40. InspectionCI INSP
  41. PermitElectrical
  42. L&I violationANNUAL CERT FIRE SUPP
  43. InspectionCI INSP
  44. PermitOperations
  45. InspectionBC INSP (likely: building-code inspection)
  46. InspectionBC INSP (likely: building-code inspection)
  47. InspectionBC INSP (likely: building-code inspection)
  48. InspectionBC INSP (likely: building-code inspection)

Verify the public record

$51,704/year estimated property tax

2026 taxable assessment $3,693,700 × 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 $3,613,500. 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 883503300
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Exemption classificationNo exemption shown

2026 taxable assessment equals the full assessed value.

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.”

Property report

Commercial property

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

What it is
Offices Off Bld Com No Gar Mason
Owner
Pen Del Ross House LP
$ / sq ft
$131 below the $142 median for 753 offices parcels citywide
Corridor
South Street/Front-8th city commercial corridor
Interior area
27,584 sqft
Lot size
10,353 sqft
Stories
5
Built
1787
Zoning
CMX2

Recorded owner

Who's behind it

Pen Del Ross House LP · corporate / LLC owner

• Tax bills mail to Po Box 425, Bridgeport PA, 19405 — outside Philadelphia
• Holds an active rental license for this address

Block context

400 block of S 2nd St. Compare parcels, ownership, and public-record history.

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Next door: 419 S 2nd St  ·  400-16 S 2nd 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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No L&I business license is on record at this address in data through Jul 24, 2026.

Landlord and residential filings

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

PEN DEL ROSS HOUSE LPActive

Rental · Initial issue date Nov 5, 2014 · Filed expiration Feb 28, 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 48 dated rows
  1. CertificationFire Alarm Certification

    Certification BC-2026-017200 · Certified

    Expires 2027-06-15

  2. CertificationSprinkler Certification

    Certification BC-2026-008277 · Certified

    Expires 2027-03-11

  3. InvestigationL&I investigation

    Case 726392 · PASSED

    The cited inspection visit was marked passed.

  4. CertificationFire Alarm Certification

    Certification BC-2025-017930 · Certified

    Expires 2026-07-03

  5. CertificationSprinkler Certification

    Certification BC-2025-009099 · Certified

    Expires 2026-03-06

  6. CertificationFire Alarm Certification

    Certification BC-2024-024822 · Certified

    Expires 2025-08-22

  7. CertificationSprinkler Certification

    Certification BC-2024-010438 · Certified

    Expires 2025-03-22

  8. CertificationFire Alarm Certification

    Certification BC-2023-017649 · Certified

    Expires 2024-08-10

  9. InvestigationL&I investigation

    Case 726392 · FAILED

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

  10. CertificationSprinkler Certification

    Certification BC-2023-004499 · Certified

    Expires 2024-02-14

  11. CertificationFire Alarm Certification

    Certification BC-2022-016250 · Certified

    Expires 2023-10-07

  12. CertificationSprinkler Certification

    Certification BC-2022-002787 · Certified

    Expires 2023-02-11

  13. InvestigationL&I investigation

    Case 726392 · FAILED

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

  14. PermitAddition and/or Alterations

    Permit FP-2021-000632 · Completed

    Relocating (17) fire sprinkler heads from existing branch line outlets to accommodate new wall & ceiling layout. This permit is for half of the first floor as another sprinkler permit was applied for and approved that served the other half of the 1st floor.

  15. PermitAlterations

    Permit PP-2021-001998 · Completed

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

  16. PermitAddition and/or Alterations

    Permit FP-2021-000316 · Completed

    FOR THE EXTENSION OF AN EXISTING AUTOMATIC WET SPRINKLER SYSTEM INTO A PORTION OF THE 1ST FLOOR (SEPARATE PERMIT REQUIRED TO PROVIDE FULL COVERAGE TO THE REMAINING PORTION AS NOTED ON PLANS). ALL WORK TO BE DONE PER APPROVED PLANS AND IN ACCORDANCE WITH NFPA 13 BY A FIRE SUPPRESSION CONTRACTOR LICENSED BY THE CITY OF PHILADELPHIA. SEE CP-2020-001872 FOR ALTERATIONS PERMIT.

  17. PermitAddition and/or Alteration

    Permit EP-2020-008770 · Completed

    Install new panels off of existing breaker in basement electric room. Install all switches, receptacles, and lights as per drawings provided. Install CAT 6 wire for telephone/data as per 2017 NEC. Install fire alarm system as per drawings and 2016 NFPA 72.

  18. PermitRough-In

    Permit FP-2021-000323 · Completed

    Rough-In Permit for FP-2021-000316 (FP-2021-000316) (CP-2020-001872)

  19. PermitAddition and/or Alterations

    Permit MP-2020-004723 · Completed

    INSTALLATION OF NEW HVAC SYSTEM FOR A FIRST FLOOR OFFICE SPACE (UNIT #1) IN AN EXISTING BUILDING AS PER APPROVED PLANS.

  20. PermitAddition and/or Alteration

    Permit CP-2020-001872 · Completed

    For Level II Alterations to fit-out a Group B occupancy on the ground floor of an existing three (3) story attached structure, as per plans and PHC approval dated 7/31/20; separate permits required for all MEP/FSP work; sprinklers installed throughout in accordance with NFPA 13; includes minor structural work to facilitate installation of new windows and doors within modified existing openings; see AP#1039613 for use registration permit.

  21. ViolationFIRE SUPPRESSION CERTIFICATION

    Case 726392 · Violation 211995563 · Code FC-13-915.1A · COMPLIED

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

  22. ViolationDOOR AND WINDOW OCCUPIED/MIXED

    Case 726392 · Violation 211995562 · Code PM15-304.19O · COMPLIED

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

  23. ViolationGENERAL REQ.- CITE CODE SECTIO

    Case 726392 · Violation 211995561 · Code FC-13-912 · COMPLIED

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

  24. ViolationOPEN JUNCTION BOXES

    Case 726392 · Violation 211995560 · Code FC-13-605.6 · COMPLIED

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

  25. ViolationINTERIOR SURFACES

    Case 726392 · Violation 211995559 · Code PM15-305.3 · COMPLIED

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

  26. ViolationFDC SIGNAGE REQUIRED

    Case 726392 · Violation 211995558 · Code FC-13-912.4 · COMPLIED

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

  27. ViolationCERTIFICATION

    Case 726392 · Violation 211995557 · Code FC-13-915 · COMPLIED

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

  28. InvestigationHCEU INSP (Housing Code Enforcement Unit inspection)

    Case 726392 · 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.

  29. PermitInterior Non-Load-Bearing Wall Demo.

    Permit 1048294 · Expired

    EZ INTERIOR DEMOLITION- For the interior demolition on non-bearing partition wall and ceilings as per attached standard. Deviations from these standards require submission of construction and site plans. STRUCTURAL ALTERATION OR REPAIR IS EXPRESSLY PROHIBITED UNDER THIS PERMIT. PROHIBITED STRUCTURAL WORK INCLUDES ANY MODIFICATION TO EXTERIOR WALLS, PARTY WALLS, FLOOR/ROOF FRAMING OR FOUNDATIONS; INCLUDING UNDERPINNING, EXCAVATION, AND REMOVAL OF FOUNDATION SLAB. NO WORK MAY BE PEFORMED IN THE BASEMENT OR CELLAR)

  30. PermitUse

    Permit 1039613 · COMPLETED

    FOR PERSONAL SERVICES ON PARTIAL 1ST FLOOR (NO ACTIVITIES AS DEFINED IN 14-603 (13) OF PHILADELPHIA ZONING CODE) WITH ALL OTHER USES AS PREVIOUSLY APPROVED IN AN EXISTING STRUCTURE. NO SIGN ON THIS PERMIT.

  31. PermitNew Construction

    Permit 813647 · Issued

    REPLACE 200 AT GROUND ROD NEW 200 AMP PANEL.

  32. PermitElectrical

    Permit 721709 · COMPLETED

    NEW FIRE PUMP PER 2008 NEC (COMMERCIAL)SOUTH DISTRICT

  33. PermitSuppression

    Permit 670778 · COMPLETED

    EZ PERMIT SPRINKLER RELOCATION (NFPA 13)- FOR THE RELOCATION OF SPRINKLER HEADS AS PER ATTACHED STANDARD. DEVIATIONS FROM THIS STANDARD WILL RESULT IN PERMIT REVOCATION AND REQUIRE SUBMISSION OF CONSTRUCTION PLANS.

  34. PermitSuppression

    Permit 618772 · COMPLETED

    RELOCATE EXISTING 6" UNDERGROUND TO NEW LOCATION IN FRONT OF BLDG. RE-LOCATE BCKFLOW DEVICE,MAIN DRAIN TO NEW LOCATION IN FRONT OF BASEMENT, INSTALL FIRE PUMP. TIE EXISTING MAINS TO NEW FIRE PUMP DISCHARGE RISER. WORK IN ACCORDANCE WITH NFPA STANDARD(S) 13 AND OTHER APPLICABLE STANDARDS. RELOCATE FIRE DEPT CONNECTION IN ACCORDANCE WITH HIST. COMMISSION REQ'TS. PERMIT HOLDER TO ENSURE FIRE DEPT ACCEPTS HISTORICAL COMMISSIONS' REQ'TS. APPROVAL OF THIS PERMIT NOTWITHSTANDING.

  35. License issue eventPEN DEL ROSS HOUSE LP: Rental landlord or residential registration initially issued

    License 646681 · Active

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

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

    Case 265041 · 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 265041 · 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. InvestigationCI INSP

    Case 265041 · CLOSED

    City marked the record closed; open the case for the closing reason.

  39. InvestigationCI INSP

    Case 265041 · FAILED

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

  40. InvestigationCI INSP

    Case 265041 · FAILED

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

  41. PermitElectrical

    Permit 331564 · COMPLETED

    REPLACING THE FEED TO THE EXISTING OUTDOOR LIGHTING FIXTURES (WALL SCONCE),AS PER 2008 NEC, THE EXISTING FEEDER WAS CUT OUT DURING BASEMENT WORK BY OTHERS

  42. ViolationANNUAL CERT FIRE SUPP

    Case 265041 · Violation 2231639 · Code FC-915.1/4 · COMPLIED

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

  43. InvestigationCI INSP

    Case 265041 · FAILED

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

  44. PermitOperations

    Permit 14479 · COMPLETED

    11/7/08 - TENT ERECTED ON SITE FOR FEASTIVITIES CATERING FOOD PREP

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

    Case 90024 · PASSED

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

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

    Case 90033 · PASSED

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

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

    Case 90035 · PASSED

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

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

    Case 90036 · PASSED

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

Where this comes from

Methodology & freshness

This report was assembled Jul 25, 2026, 1:10 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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