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209 Sumac Street, Philadelphia

Semi-detached house

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Does 209 Sumac Street have open permits or code violations?
Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 9 permits, 1 not closed, and 13 violations.
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 209 Sumac Street at risk for?
FEMA's National Risk Index rates the area relatively low overall, with elevated heat wave risk.

Permits and code violations

1 permit not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. No open violations.

  1. Use permit Jul 2014Completed

    Use registration for three (3) off street open air parking spaces in rear, accessory to an existing detached single family dwelling

  2. Plumbing permit Jan 2010Completed

    Install one 6" lateral, trap and main house storm drain up to building foundation (storm). install one 5" lateral, trap and main house drain up to building foundation.

  3. Mechanical permit Sep 2008Expired

    Install 2 hvac units (single-family dwelling)

  4. Plumbing permit Aug 2008Completed

    Replace stack and fixtures

  5. Electrical permit Jul 2008Completed

    Install 200a panel, proper grounding & rewire sfd as per 2005 nec.

  6. Alteration permit Jul 2008Completed

    Alterations as per plans to include duct work

  7. Zoning permit Jul 2008Completed

    Reconstuct main roof and erect new roof access stairs to access utilities on roof;not for recreation; and erect a 3'6" high protective guard rail at roof

  8. Use permit Jun 2008Completed

    Relocation of lot lines to create one lot from two lots.existing two family dwelling - 205 sumac and vacant lot - 242 kalos

  9. Zoning permit Jun 2008Completed

    Relocation of lot lines to create one (1) lot from two (2) lots (242 kalos st.)

Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections

Safety and environment

FEMA natural hazard risk

Relatively Low

Highest for this area: heat wave. These drive insurance cost here.

FEMA National Risk Index, census tract

Leaking fuel tanks

3 within 1,650 ft

Nearest: Vinces Svc Sta, 5400 Ridge Ave (1,400 ft), no further action. Every release here is closed by the state regulator.

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

1,400 ft

Cook-Wissahickon Sch (1,400 ft), Mifflin Thomas Sch (4,550 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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  • Semi-detached or row house: the shared wall matters. Listen from the room adjoining the neighbor's side and ask whether any structural work has been done there.
  • This is a house, not an apartment. Check the lot boundaries, car access, and how water drains from the yard after rain, including whether the neighboring lot sits higher and could send water toward the property.
  • Test water pressure and temperature at the tap, in the bathroom and kitchen, for at least a minute.
  • Check the condition of the fence, yard, and sidewalk out front: who is responsible for upkeep, and whether there are any boundary disputes with neighbors.
  • Check the roof, gutters, and downspouts for signs of leaks or recent repairs, especially if it has rained recently.
  • Knock on a neighboring gate and ask about noise, pets, flooding, or other issues common in the area.
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