Multi-family report

5238 Parkside Ave

3 bd3 ba2,662 sqftRM1built 1920

Property at a glanceApartment building

Entity-held

2026 assessment
$44K OPA value, not a listing price
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Assessment and City record timeline

Published City assessments for this building 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$125K$250KZIP 19131 (Wynnefield · West Park) median$44K2004200820122016202020242027
Property assessmentBlock median & rangeZIP 19131 (Wynnefield · West Park) medianAssessmentDeed / saleL&I violationPermitInspectionLicense

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Every dated record40 events · exact dates, newest first
  1. InspectionPRECOURT (likely: pre-court compliance inspection)
  2. InspectionHCEU INSP (Housing Code Enforcement Unit inspection)
  3. LicenseCentennial Village LP: Rental landlord or residential registration initially issued
  4. PermitPlumbing
  5. PermitElectrical
  6. PermitSuppression
  7. PermitMechanical
  8. PermitMechanical
  9. PermitPlumbing
  10. PermitMajor addition
  11. Deed / saleDeed / sale $757K
  12. PermitZoning/use
  13. LicenseCAI HONG ZHENG: Vacant Residential Property / Lot landlord or residential registration marked inactive
  14. PermitUse
  15. InspectionCSUINITIAL
  16. LicenseCAI HONG ZHENG: Vacant Residential Property / Lot landlord or residential registration initially issued
  17. LicenseBRIAN & DONNA TERRELL (ABBOLONE & SCULLIN): Rental landlord or residential registration marked inactive
  18. InspectionCSUINITIAL
  19. InspectionCSUINITIAL
  20. PermitMajor alteration
  21. L&I violationVACANT PROP STANDARD (likely: vacant-property enforcement standard)
  22. InspectionHCEU INSP (Housing Code Enforcement Unit inspection)
  23. InspectionHCEU INSP (Housing Code Enforcement Unit inspection)
  24. L&I violationLICENSE-VAC RES BLDG (vacant residential building license required)
  25. L&I violationPROSEC- STD INFO (likely: Standard enforcement or prosecution notice)
  26. L&I violationVACANT BLDG UNSECURED COUNT
  27. L&I violationVACANT PROP STANDARD (likely: vacant-property enforcement standard)
  28. InspectionHCEU INSP (Housing Code Enforcement Unit inspection)
  29. InspectionHCEU INSP (Housing Code Enforcement Unit inspection)
  30. L&I violationEXT A-CLEAN RUBBISH/GARBAGE (Remove rubbish or garbage from the exterior area)
  31. L&I violationLICENSE-VAC RES BLDG (vacant residential building license required)
  32. InspectionHCEU INSP (Housing Code Enforcement Unit inspection)
  33. L&I violationARCHITECT/ENGINEER SERVICES
  34. L&I violationROOF PARTIALLY COLLAPSED
  35. L&I violationROOF DETERIORATED
  36. L&I violationFLOOR/CEILING FIRE DAMAGED
  37. InspectionCSUINITIAL
  38. LicenseBRIAN & DONNA TERRELL (ABBOLONE & SCULLIN): Rental landlord or residential registration initially issued
  39. LicenseMARY WHEELER: Rental landlord or residential registration marked inactive
  40. LicenseMARY WHEELER: Rental landlord or residential registration initially issued

Flags: active rental license. Informational only. Not investment advice or a consumer report (FCRA).

Verify the public record

$153/year estimated property tax

2026 taxable assessment $10,950 × 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 $43,800. 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 886811520
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Exemption classificationPartial assessment exemption, basis unverified

2026 OPA taxes $10,950 of $43,800 assessed. The assessment fields alone do not identify a program, approval date, expiration, or buyer eligibility.

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 property, on paper

OPA physical field record.

Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
3
Interior
2,662 sqft livable area
Lot
1,892 sqft
Basement
Full, unfinished city code C
Heat
Radiant city code G
Central air
No
Exterior condition
Above average city code 3
Interior condition
Above average city code 3
Quality grade
C+ assessor's grade
Zoning
RM1 city zoning code

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

Recorded owner

Who's behind it

Centennial Village LP · corporate / LLC owner

• Owns 15 properties across Philadelphia under this name, assessed at $1.5M combined
• Tax bills mail to 1501 Cherry St, Philadelphia PA, 19102
• Holds an active rental license for this address

Block context

5200 block of Parkside Ave. Compare parcels, ownership, and public-record history.

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Next door: 5236 Parkside Ave  ·  5240 Parkside 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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No L&I business license is on record at this address in data through Jul 28, 2026.

Landlord and residential filings

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

Centennial Village LPActive

Rental · Initial issue date Dec 26, 2017 · Filed expiration Dec 25, 2026

CAI HONG ZHENGInactive

Vacant Residential Property / Lot · Initial issue date Jul 30, 2010 · Terminal license date Feb 28, 2014

BRIAN & DONNA TERRELL (ABBOLONE & SCULLIN)Inactive

Rental · Initial issue date Jul 25, 2007 · Terminal license date Jul 30, 2010

MARY WHEELERInactive

Rental · Initial issue date Mar 26, 2004 · Terminal license date Jul 25, 2007

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 39 dated rows
  1. InvestigationPRECOURT (likely: pre-court compliance inspection)

    Case 193676 · PASSED

    A follow-up before or during enforcement escalation; confirm the case sequence in the City file. The cited inspection visit was marked passed.

  2. InvestigationHCEU INSP (Housing Code Enforcement Unit inspection)

    Case 218850 · PASSED

    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 passed.

  3. License issue eventCentennial Village LP: Rental landlord or residential registration initially issued

    License 760746 · Active

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

  4. PermitPlumbing

    Permit 795413 · COMPLETED

    NEW 1.5 COMBO WATER FROM STREET INTO HOUSE.NEW HOUSE DRAIN,TRAP AND FAI FROM CURB TO HOUSE PA20171780976 (TWO FAMILY)- "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"

  5. PermitElectrical

    Permit 761867 · COMPLETED

    DUPLEX FAMILY - INSTALL 200 AMP SERVICE COMPLETE WITH PANELS, METERS, AND GROUNDING TO TWO FAMILY UNIT WITH SWITCHES, RECEPTACLES, LIGHTS, DOORBELL, INTERCONNECTED SMOKES, PHONE AND TV LINES AS PER 2008 NEC (WEST DISTRICT)

  6. PermitSuppression

    Permit 755250 · COMPLETED

    INSTALL NEW FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEM AND 1-1/2" 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.

  7. PermitMechanical

    Permit 757173 · COMPLETED

    INSTALLATION OF (1) HVAC UNIT WITH ELECTRIC A/C (INCLUDING DUCTWORK AND ALL ASSOCIATED ACCESSORIES). SELF-CONTAINED UNIT. NO PENETRATION OF FIRE RATED WALLS. TWO FAMILY DWELLINGS

  8. PermitMechanical

    Permit 757168 · COMPLETED

    INSTALLATON OF (1) HVAC UNIT WITH ELECTRIC A/C (INCLUDING DUCTWORK AND ALL ASSOCIATED ACCESSORIES). SELF-CONTAINED UNIT. NO PENETRATION OF FIRE RATED WALLS. TWO FAMILY DWELLINGS

  9. PermitPlumbing

    Permit 756020 · COMPLETED

    INSTALL 2 TOILETS, 2 LAV SINKS, 2 KIT SINKS, 2 TUBS AND 2 WM STANDPIPE.THE INSTALLATION WILL COMPLY WITH THE PHILADEPHIA PLUBMING CODE 2004

  10. PermitMajor addition

    Permit 718957 · COMPLETED

    COMPLETE REHABILITATION OF EXISTING THREE STORY BUILDING AS TWO APARTMENT. WORK TO INCLUDE RECONSTRUCTION OF THIRD FLOOR, NEW ROOF STRUCTURE AND NEW PARTITION, NEW KITCHEN AND BATHROOMS

  11. Recorded transfer$757K transfer

    2016

  12. PermitZoning/use

    Permit 603228 · COMPLETED

    REMOVAL AND RECONSTRUCTION OF THIRD STORY NOT TO EXCEED A MAXIMUM OF 38'. SIZE AND LOCATION AS SHOWN ON SUBMITTED PLAN.

  13. License terminal eventCAI HONG ZHENG: Vacant Residential Property / Lot landlord or residential registration marked inactive

    License 510213 · Inactive

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

  14. PermitUse

    Permit 510133 · COMPLETED

    FOR USE AS A TWO (2) FAMILY DWELLING.

  15. InvestigationCSUINITIAL

    Case 186126 · PASSED

    The cited inspection visit was marked passed.

  16. License issue eventCAI HONG ZHENG: Vacant Residential Property / Lot landlord or residential registration initially issued

    License 510213 · Inactive

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

  17. License terminal eventBRIAN & DONNA TERRELL (ABBOLONE & SCULLIN): Rental landlord or residential registration marked inactive

    License 418183 · Inactive

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

  18. InvestigationCSUINITIAL

    Case 186126 · FAILED

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

  19. InvestigationCSUINITIAL

    Case 186126 · FAILED

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

  20. PermitMajor alteration

    Permit 258949 · REVOKED

    PERMIT TO COMPLY VIOLATION #186126. THIS IS A MAKE SAFE PERMIT ONLY. THE OWNER SHALL REMOVE DETERIORATED AND COMPROMISED ELEMENTS CREATED BY FIRE. REPAIRS SHALL BE MADE TO RESTORE THE ROOF SYSTEM. TEMPORARY BRACING AND SHORING SHALL BE PLACED IF REQUIRED. PROPERTY SHALL BE MAINTAINED FROM TRESPASS; ALL WINDOW AND DOOR OPENINGS SHALL BE SEALED. SEPARATE PERMIT IS REQUIRES TO SATISFY OTHER VIOLATIONS. SEPARATE PERMITS ARE REQUIRED FOR THE RENOVATIONS OF THIS PROPERTY.

  21. ViolationVACANT PROP STANDARD (likely: vacant-property enforcement standard)

    Case 193676 · Violation 1570266 · Code PM-306.0/1 · COMPLIED

    A legacy L&I label associated with vacant-property requirements. It may concern licensing, securing, or maintaining a vacant structure; the notice and cited code control, and this row alone does not prove the property is vacant now. City marked this violation complied with; check the resolution date and live case for what was accepted.

  22. InvestigationHCEU INSP (Housing Code Enforcement Unit inspection)

    Case 193676 · CLOSED

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

  23. ViolationLICENSE-VAC RES BLDG (vacant residential building license required)

    Case 218850 · Violation 1505924 · Code PM-102.4/2 · COMPLIED

    This usually records a requirement to obtain a Vacant Structure License for an unoccupied residential building. Check later license and compliance rows because it does not establish present vacancy or an unresolved violation. City marked this violation complied with; check the resolution date and live case for what was accepted.

  24. ViolationPROSEC- STD INFO (likely: Standard enforcement or prosecution notice)

    Case 218850 · Violation 1505927 · Code A-503.2/2 · COMPLIED

    Legacy L&I shorthand; the case notice contains the actual required correction and deadlines. City marked this violation complied with; check the resolution date and live case for what was accepted.

  25. ViolationVACANT BLDG UNSECURED COUNT

    Case 218850 · Violation 1505926 · Code PM-306.2/1 · COMPLIED

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

  26. ViolationVACANT PROP STANDARD (likely: vacant-property enforcement standard)

    Case 218850 · Violation 1505925 · Code PM-306.0/1 · COMPLIED

    A legacy L&I label associated with vacant-property requirements. It may concern licensing, securing, or maintaining a vacant structure; the notice and cited code control, and this row alone does not prove the property is vacant now. City marked this violation complied with; check the resolution date and live case for what was accepted.

  27. InvestigationHCEU INSP (Housing Code Enforcement Unit inspection)

    Case 218850 · 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.

  28. InvestigationHCEU INSP (Housing Code Enforcement Unit inspection)

    Case 193676 · 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. ViolationEXT A-CLEAN RUBBISH/GARBAGE (Remove rubbish or garbage from the exterior area)

    Case 193676 · Violation 1570265 · Code PM-302.2/2 · COMPLIED

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

  30. ViolationLICENSE-VAC RES BLDG (vacant residential building license required)

    Case 193676 · Violation 1570264 · Code PM-102.4/2 · COMPLIED

    This usually records a requirement to obtain a Vacant Structure License for an unoccupied residential building. Check later license and compliance rows because it does not establish present vacancy or an unresolved violation. City marked this violation complied with; check the resolution date and live case for what was accepted.

  31. InvestigationHCEU INSP (Housing Code Enforcement Unit inspection)

    Case 193676 · 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.

  32. ViolationARCHITECT/ENGINEER SERVICES

    Case 186126 · Violation 1659930 · Code A-304.1/1 · COMPLIED

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

  33. ViolationROOF PARTIALLY COLLAPSED

    Case 186126 · Violation 1659927 · Code PM-307.1/3 · COMPLIED

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

  34. ViolationROOF DETERIORATED

    Case 186126 · Violation 1659928 · Code PM-307.1/2 · COMPLIED

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

  35. ViolationFLOOR/CEILING FIRE DAMAGED

    Case 186126 · Violation 1659929 · Code PM-307.1/7 · COMPLIED

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

  36. InvestigationCSUINITIAL

    Case 186126 · FAILED

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

  37. License issue eventBRIAN & DONNA TERRELL (ABBOLONE & SCULLIN): Rental landlord or residential registration initially issued

    License 418183 · Inactive

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

  38. License terminal eventMARY WHEELER: Rental landlord or residential registration marked inactive

    License 221257 · Inactive

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

  39. License issue eventMARY WHEELER: Rental landlord or residential registration initially issued

    License 221257 · Inactive

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

Where this comes from

Methodology & freshness

This report was assembled Jul 29, 2026, 4:24 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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