1941 72nd Avenue, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 1941 72nd Avenue have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 21 permits, 3 not closed, and 60 violations, 2 open.
- What is the 2026 conforming loan limit in Philadelphia County?
- $832,750 for a single-unit home, per FHFA. Larger loans are jumbo loans.
- Is radon a problem here?
- EPA radon zone 1, the highest potential. Test for radon before you buy.
- What natural disasters is 1941 72nd Avenue at risk for?
- FEMA's National Risk Index rates the area relatively moderate overall, with elevated heat wave and cold wave risk.
Permits and code violations
3 permits not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. 2 open violations.
- Plumbing permit May 2026Completed
Replace 1 tub/shower; 1 van; 1 toilet; 1 laundry tub
- Plumbing permit May 2026Completed
Replace 40 gallon gas water heater.
- Electrical permit Feb 2026Completed
100 amp service, 32 space panel, run nine 20 amp outlets, replace fixtures, outlets, and switches. (fishing method)
- Plumbing permit Apr 2025Completed
2nd floor bathroom: removal and replacement of interior, non-bearing wall partitions. installation of plumbing fixtures with new branch piping. install toilet, sink and shower no basement work no structural changes
- Electrical permit Apr 2025Completed
Ground fault receptacle and dedicated circuit - second floor install bathroom fixture install bathroom wall fixture install smoke detector, 10 year battery install smoke/carbon monoxide detector, 10 year battery receptacle fixtures, smoke alarms, fishing wires nec 17
- Electrical permit Jan 2025Completed
Installation of 100a service w/ 30 ciriucit panel, fixturesm, outlets, gfi's and replacing switches. fishing wire through walls only
- General permit minor Dec 2024Expired
For minor construction work at the subject property in accordance with all applicable provisions of the philadelphia code, all references codes and standards, and the attached ez standard, where included. deviation from this standard shall result in permit revocation. a separate permit from the philadelphia department of streets is required for any sidewalk and street closures. all means of pedestrian protection required at the site in accordance with the philadelphia building code chapter 33 shall be in place prior to start of work.
- Plumbing permit Sep 2023Expired
Replacement of 40 gal gas water heater
- Electrical permit May 2017Completed
New 20- circuit panel, replace 4- lights in basement, 17- outlets and 7- switches... in accordance with 2008 nec for a one family building
- Plumbing permit Sep 2016Expired
Replace water heater
- Alteration permit Jul 2011Completed
Selective demolition and structural repairs / stabilization under the direction of a registered architect. work to include removal / replacement of damaged structural elements, roofing, including rafters and decking, stairs masonry repairs anf floors. all work to be certified upon completion by the architect of record.
- Plumbing permit Jul 2011Completed
Install a new soil stack with rough plumbing for a 2nd floor bathroom - (1)water closet, (1)lavatory, (1)bathtub, (1)kitchen sink and (1)laundry tub
Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections
Safety and environment
FEMA natural hazard risk
Relatively Moderate
Highest for this area: heat wave, cold wave. These drive insurance cost here.
FEMA National Risk Index, census tract
Leaking fuel tanks
2 within 1,650 ft
Nearest: Cheltenham Sunoco, 1700 W Cheltenham Ave (1,500 ft), open. 2 still open. Ask whether groundwater or soil vapor testing was done.
EPA UST Finder, leaking underground storage tank releases
Radon potential
High
Average indoor levels here can exceed 4 pCi/L, EPA's action level. A $15 test kit settles it before you buy.
EPA and USGS Geologic Radon Potential Map
Nearest public schools
2,000 ft
Rowen William Sch (2,000 ft), Samuel Pennypacker Sch (2,800 ft), Building 21 (4,000 ft). Confirm the assigned school with the district.
U.S. Department of Education, NCES
Conforming loan limit 2026
$832,750
Philadelphia County. Mortgages up to this amount qualify for Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac pricing. Above it, the loan is a jumbo with stricter terms.
FHFA Conforming Loan Limit Values, one-unit
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- Test water pressure and temperature at the tap, in the bathroom and kitchen, for at least a minute.
- Ask for the latest maintenance bill from a winter month, not a summer one: that's where the real cost of living there shows up.
- Knock on a neighboring door and ask two things: what bothers them most often, and what work is planned for the building.
- Look at the stairwell (cleanliness, smell) and the association's notice board: unpaid dues, conflicts, recent decisions.
- Ask specifically where you'd park: is there paid city parking, who currently holds it, what the permit costs, and how long the waitlist is.
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