2026 assessment
$1.8M
OPA value, not a listing price
House report
528 Spruce St
4 bd4 ba3,843 sqftRM1built 1850
Property at a glanceHouse
Owner-occupancy signal
ZIP 19106 area
Old City · Society Hill
500 block of Spruce St
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.
- OPA assessment · 2017$1.4M assessed valueOPA’s value on the City tax roll for that year. It is not an appraisal, listing price, sale price, or live tax balance.How Philadelphia property assessments work ↗
- OPA assessment · 2018$1.4M assessed valueOPA’s value on the City tax roll for that year. It is not an appraisal, listing price, sale price, or live tax balance.How Philadelphia property assessments work ↗
- OPA assessment · 2019$1.6M assessed valueOPA’s value on the City tax roll for that year. It is not an appraisal, listing price, sale price, or live tax balance.How Philadelphia property assessments work ↗
- OPA assessment · 2020$1.7M assessed valueOPA’s value on the City tax roll for that year. It is not an appraisal, listing price, sale price, or live tax balance.How Philadelphia property assessments work ↗
- OPA assessment · 2021$1.7M assessed valueOPA’s value on the City tax roll for that year. It is not an appraisal, listing price, sale price, or live tax balance.How Philadelphia property assessments work ↗
- OPA assessment · 2022$1.7M assessed valueOPA’s value on the City tax roll for that year. It is not an appraisal, listing price, sale price, or live tax balance.How Philadelphia property assessments work ↗
- OPA assessment · 2023$1.8M assessed valueOPA’s value on the City tax roll for that year. It is not an appraisal, listing price, sale price, or live tax balance.How Philadelphia property assessments work ↗
- OPA assessment · 2024$1.8M assessed valueOPA’s value on the City tax roll for that year. It is not an appraisal, listing price, sale price, or live tax balance.How Philadelphia property assessments work ↗
- OPA assessment · 2025$1.8M assessed valueOPA’s value on the City tax roll for that year. It is not an appraisal, listing price, sale price, or live tax balance.How Philadelphia property assessments work ↗
- OPA assessment · 2026$1.8M assessed valueOPA’s value on the City tax roll for that year. It is not an appraisal, listing price, sale price, or live tax balance.How Philadelphia property assessments work ↗
- OPA assessment · 2027$1.8M assessed valueOPA’s value on the City tax roll for that year. It is not an appraisal, listing price, sale price, or live tax balance.How Philadelphia property assessments work ↗
- Deed / sale · 2016Deed / sale $1.7MA recorded real-estate document or transfer event. The amount and date can be useful history, but the underlying deed and transfer-tax filing control the parties, consideration, and legal effect.How to read the recorded document ↗
- Deed / sale · 2020Deed / sale $1.7MA recorded real-estate document or transfer event. The amount and date can be useful history, but the underlying deed and transfer-tax filing control the parties, consideration, and legal effect.How to read the recorded document ↗
- Permit · 2010-02-02ElectricalThis permit category usually covers electrical installation, alteration, replacement, or repair. The approved scope—not the short category—defines what was authorized, and issuance alone does not prove completion.Philadelphia construction and repair permits ↗
- Permit · 2010-02-19Major alterationA broad legacy permit work category for a substantial building alteration. It can include changed layouts, partitions, fixtures, finishes, structural work, or occupancy-related work, but only the approved scope and plans say what this permit actually authorized; separate trade permits may be required.What Philadelphia building permits can cover ↗
- Permit · 2010-03-02PlumbingThis permit category usually covers water, drainage, fixtures, or other plumbing work. The approved scope—not the short category—defines what was authorized, and issuance alone does not prove completion.Philadelphia construction and repair permits ↗
- Permit · 2010-03-10MechanicalThis permit category usually covers construction, repair, alteration, addition, or occupancy work. The approved scope—not the short category—defines what was authorized, and issuance alone does not prove completion.Philadelphia construction and repair permits ↗
- Permit · 2015-02-06ZoningThis permit category usually covers the property’s allowed use, dimensions, occupancy, or site configuration. The approved scope—not the short category—defines what was authorized, and issuance alone does not prove completion.Philadelphia construction and repair permits ↗
- Permit · 2015-02-09ElectricalThis permit category usually covers electrical installation, alteration, replacement, or repair. The approved scope—not the short category—defines what was authorized, and issuance alone does not prove completion.Philadelphia construction and repair permits ↗
- Permit · 2015-02-13Major alterationA broad legacy permit work category for a substantial building alteration. It can include changed layouts, partitions, fixtures, finishes, structural work, or occupancy-related work, but only the approved scope and plans say what this permit actually authorized; separate trade permits may be required.What Philadelphia building permits can cover ↗
- Permit · 2015-02-18UseThis permit category usually covers the property’s allowed use, dimensions, occupancy, or site configuration. The approved scope—not the short category—defines what was authorized, and issuance alone does not prove completion.Philadelphia construction and repair permits ↗
- Permit · 2015-02-25PlumbingThis permit category usually covers water, drainage, fixtures, or other plumbing work. The approved scope—not the short category—defines what was authorized, and issuance alone does not prove completion.Philadelphia construction and repair permits ↗
- Permit · 2015-05-04Major alterationA broad legacy permit work category for a substantial building alteration. It can include changed layouts, partitions, fixtures, finishes, structural work, or occupancy-related work, but only the approved scope and plans say what this permit actually authorized; separate trade permits may be required.What Philadelphia building permits can cover ↗
- Permit · 2015-05-04Major alterationA broad legacy permit work category for a substantial building alteration. It can include changed layouts, partitions, fixtures, finishes, structural work, or occupancy-related work, but only the approved scope and plans say what this permit actually authorized; separate trade permits may be required.What Philadelphia building permits can cover ↗
- Permit · 2018-02-02MechanicalThis permit category usually covers construction, repair, alteration, addition, or occupancy work. The approved scope—not the short category—defines what was authorized, and issuance alone does not prove completion.Philadelphia construction and repair permits ↗
- Permit · 2021-05-03AlterationsThis permit category usually covers construction, repair, alteration, addition, or occupancy work. The approved scope—not the short category—defines what was authorized, and issuance alone does not prove completion.Philadelphia construction and repair permits ↗
- L&I violation · 2017-11-10EXTERIOR AREA ACCESSORY STRUCTA dated L&I enforcement row. Read the cited code, required correction, status, and later inspections together; the title alone does not establish the property’s current condition.How L&I violations and orders work ↗
- Inspection · 2017-11-10HCEU INSP (Housing Code Enforcement Unit inspection)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.What Philadelphia inspections check ↗
- Inspection · 2017-12-07HCEU INSP (Housing Code Enforcement Unit inspection)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.What Philadelphia inspections check ↗
- Appeal · 2015-02-03Zoning board appealA challenge or request reviewed through a City appeals process. Filing an appeal does not show who prevailed; read the decision, conditions, and related permit or violation.How Philadelphia L&I appeals work ↗
Property assessmentBlock median & rangeZIP 19106 (Old City · Society Hill) medianAssessmentDeed / saleL&I violationAppealPermitInspection
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Every dated record19 events · exact dates, newest first
- PermitAlterations
- Deed / saleDeed / sale $1.7M
- PermitMechanical
- InspectionHCEU INSP (Housing Code Enforcement Unit inspection)
- L&I violationEXTERIOR AREA ACCESSORY STRUCT
- InspectionHCEU INSP (Housing Code Enforcement Unit inspection)
- Deed / saleDeed / sale $1.7M
- PermitMajor alteration
- PermitMajor alteration
- PermitPlumbing
- PermitUse
- PermitMajor alteration
- PermitElectrical
- PermitZoning
- AppealZoning board appeal
- PermitMechanical
- PermitPlumbing
- PermitMajor alteration
- PermitElectrical
Flags: 1 zoning/board appeal on record. Informational only. Not investment advice or a consumer report (FCRA).
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Property tax
$24,481/year estimated property tax
2026 taxable assessment $1,748,900 × 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 $1,848,900. It is not the 2026 billed-year value.
Payments, credits, interest, and the current amount due are maintained by the City.
OPA 0511515282026 OPA removes $100,000 from the taxable assessment through the owner-occupant exemption.
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
4
Bathrooms
4
Interior
3,843 sqft
livable area
Lot
1,986 sqft
Basement
Full, unfinished
city code C
Central air
Yes
Exterior condition
Above average
city code 3
Above averageBelow average
Interior condition
Above average
city code 3
Above averageBelow average
Quality grade
B
assessor's grade
ABCDE
Zoning
RM1
city zoning code
Zoning appeals
1
OPEN · Granted · 2015
OPA field-assessment attributes. Condition and grade are the assessor's codes, not an inspection.
Block context
500 block of Spruce St. Compare parcels, ownership, and public-record history.
See the whole block →Next door: 526 Spruce St · 530 Spruce St
L&I licenses checked through Jul 23, 2026
No business or residential license records
No business license or residential registration matched this OPA parcel in the latest City data.
Open every source row 19 dated rows
- PermitAlterations
Permit PP-2021-007516 · Completed
Replace section of main drain in rear of property
- Recorded transfer$1.7M transfer
2020
- PermitMechanical
Permit 844849 · COMPLETED
INSTALL A FIRST COMPANY 101,750K BTU HOT WATER COIL AND VARIABLE SPEED AIR HANDLER, WITH ALL MATERIALS FOR A COMPLETE INSTALLATION. REMOVE OLD EQUIPMENT. (SFD)
- InvestigationHCEU INSP (Housing Code Enforcement Unit inspection)
Case 611985 · 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.
- ViolationEXTERIOR AREA ACCESSORY STRUCT
Case 611985 · Violation 4507331 · Code PM15-302.7 · COMPLIED
City marked this violation complied with; check the resolution date and live case for what was accepted.
- InvestigationHCEU INSP (Housing Code Enforcement Unit inspection)
Case 611985 · 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.
- Recorded transfer$1.7M transfer
2016
- PermitMajor alteration
Permit 597194 · COMPLETED
PROPOSED RENOVATIONS TO REAR EXISSTING BUILDING EXTENSION. PARTLY DEMOLISH EXISTING CONNECTION TO BUILDING OVER PROPERTY LINE AND FIRE SEPERATE WITH RATED ASSEMBLY AT FIRST FLOOR. BUILD 6 FOOT FENCE WALL AT PROPERTY LINE AT REAR. PLEASE SEE ATTACHED DRAWINGS.
- PermitMajor alteration
Permit 600935 · COMPLETED
INSTALLATION OF WINDOW SHUTTERS ON 2ND & 3RD FL FRONT PER ATTACHED PLANS
- PermitPlumbing
Permit 592657 · COMPLETED
FIXTURES ONLY 3-TOILETS, 3-LAVS, 2-SHOWER & 1-KIT SINK (SFD) NOTE: THE INSTALLATION WILL COMPLY WITH THE PHILADELPHIA PLUMBING CODE 2004
- PermitUse
Permit 588731 · COMPLETED
PARCEL 'A' STRUCTURE FOR CONTINUED USE AS A SINGLE FAMILY DWELLING (ATTACHED). NO CHANGE IN HEIGHT OF AREA OF EXISTING STRUCTURE.
- PermitMajor alteration
Permit 590556 · COMPLETED
COSMETIC REPLACEMENT OF TILE, VANITIES, CABINETS AND APPLIANCES. ALL ITEMS TO REMAIN THE SAME NO STRUCTURAL ALTERATONS. WORK IS COSMETIC INTERIOR ALTERATIONS - SINGLE FAMILY DWELLING - APPLICANT AGREES TO LIMIT THE CONSTRUCTION TO COMPLY WITH EZ PERMIT STANDARD FOR INTERIOR ALTERATIONS. SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR PLUMBING, ELECTRIC AND HVAC. * INTERIOR WORK ONLY. NO CHANGES TO EXTERIOR, NO WORK/ALTERATIONS TO WINDOWS OR DOORS AS PER PHILADELPHIA HISTORICAL SOCIETY.
- PermitElectrical
Permit 589470 · COMPLETED
RE - MODEL OF LIGHTS, REPLACE 20 RECESSED LIGHTS, SWITCHES, OUTLETS, SURFACE MOUNTED FIXTURES, RELOCATE SEVERAL EXISTING CIRCUITS IN KITCHEN AS PER 2008 NEC (CC DISTRICT)
- PermitZoning
Permit 573165 · COMPLETED
FOR THE LOT ADJUSTMENT TO CREATE TWO (2) LOTS (PARCELS 'A' AND 'B') FROM TWO (2) EXISTING LOTS (528 SPRUCE STREET AND 530 SPRUCE STREET). SIZE AND LOCATION AS SHOWN ON PLANS/APPLICATION.
- AppealZoning board appeal
Appeal 24186 · OPEN · Granted
Related permit 573165 · PERMIT FOR THE LOT ADJUSTMENT TO CREATE TWO (2) LOTS (PARCELS ‘A’ AND ‘B’) FROM TWO (2) EXISTING LOTS (528 SPRUCE STREET AND 530 SPRUCE STREET). SIZE AND LOCATION AS SHOWN ON PLANS/APPLICATION. PARCEL ‘A’ STRUCTURE FOR CONTINUED USE AS A SI
- PermitMechanical
Permit 265885 · COMPLETED
REPLACE (3) AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEMS AND DUCTWORK FOR 3RD AND 4TH FLOORS OF SINGLE FAMILY DWELLING. NEW CONDENSERS TO BE LOCATED IN SAME LOCATION AS ORIGINALS, ON REAR LOWER ROOF AREA.
- PermitPlumbing
Permit 264093 · COMPLETED
REPLACE (2) TOILETS, (2) BASINS, TUB AND SHOWER
- PermitMajor alteration
Permit 258119 · COMPLETED
RENOVATE 3RD AND 4TH FLOOR FROM FIRE DAMAGE
- PermitElectrical
Permit 260230 · COMPLETED
3RD FLOOR OF HOUSE AND 4TH FLOOR DISTURBED BY SMALL HOUSE FIRE, REWIRE 3RD AND 4TH FLOOR AS IS , REDO ANY DAMAGED WIRE, ADD ARC FAULT CIRCUIT BREAKERS TO BOTH FLOORS 3RD AND 4TH, AS PER 2005 NEC (CC DIST)
Where this comes from
- Assessment, spec sheet & owner: OPA Property Assessments, Office of Property Assessment
- Sales & deed history: Realty Transfer Tax records, Recorder of Deeds
- Permits, violations & inspections: L&I Property History · Atlas
- Tax delinquency snapshot · June 2022: Real Estate Tax Delinquencies, Dept. of Revenue
- Historical tax ledger & liens · through 2016: Real Estate Tax Balances, Dept. of Revenue
- Current property-tax balance: Verify with Philadelphia Revenue
- Zoning appeals: L&I & Zoning Board appeals
- Neighborhood income & rents: US Census ACS 5-year estimates
- Historical mortgage rates: Freddie Mac Primary Mortgage Market Survey, annual averages
- Imagery: Street photo © Google · Aerial © Esri, Maxar
Methodology & freshness
This report was assembled Jul 24, 2026, 4:54 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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