237 Jamestown Avenue, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 237 Jamestown Avenue have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 10 permits, 1 not closed, and 23 violations, 3 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 237 Jamestown Avenue at risk for?
- FEMA's National Risk Index rates the area relatively moderate overall, with elevated inland flooding and heat wave risk.
Permits and code violations
1 permit not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. 3 open violations.
- Administrative permit Aug 2026Completed
For a certificate of occupancy for a multi-family household living for three(3) dwelling units. **no work approved on this permit**
- Commercial building permit Jul 2026Issued
For the legalization of work previously performed. for a level iii interior alterations to include a change in occupancy. for a multi-family household living for three(3) dwelling units. alterations to include installation of new wall partitions, provide finishes and furnishings throughout as per approved plans. all work to be done per approved plans.** if field conditions vary contact design engineer prior to the start of any work**iebc 2018**existing building not to be sprinklered** separate permits required for all other work**
- Plumbing permit Mar 2023Completed
Install storm and sanitary curb traps complete with fresh air inlets and main house drains
- Alteration permit Jul 2018Completed
Make safe permit- for (repair failed retaining wall; remove what remains of tree that grew in wall and rebuild with like materials) to resolve case #615974. abutting sidewalk must be closed with fencing a minimum of 6' in height. separate streets department permit required for sidewalk closure. a separate permit is required for any additional alterations that are not specifically addressed on case #615974.
- Plumbing permit Dec 2016Completed
Replace curb trap & fai pa20163371565 self certification no longer accepted all trenches in excess of 5 ft must have approved shoring at the time of inspection
- Use permit Jul 2013Completed
Use to 3 residential apts and 1 car garage
- Mechanical permit May 2013Completed
Install 60,000 btu 95% gas fired furnace and 2 ton ac
- Electrical permit Jan 2013Completed
Install 200a service and 2 meters.3rd meter is existing.complete rewire to include hardwired battery backup smokes,gfi in kit and bath, outlets,switches,lights.no electrical appliances or outside wiring.all work done in accordance with 2008 nec(2fd)(north dist)
- Alteration permit Jan 2013Completed
Stud perimeter walls and bathroom on 1st floor only. drywall ceilings 5/8 drywall over existing drywall with 1/2" sheetrock. fire stop all holes. applicant agrees to ez permits standard for interior alteration dated feb.2007 deviation from the standard will result in revocation of this permit and imposition of further penalties. plumbing, electrical and mechanical approvals are not part of this permit. separate permits are required
- Plumbing permit Jan 2013Completed
Relocate 3-pcs bathroom & 1-kitchen sink & 1-washer (mixed use)
Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections
Safety and environment
FEMA natural hazard risk
Relatively Moderate
Highest for this area: inland flooding, heat wave. These drive insurance cost here.
FEMA National Risk Index, census tract
Leaking fuel tanks
2 within 1,650 ft
Nearest: George M Germanovich Jr, 469 Conchester Hwy (1,500 ft), open. 1 still open. Ask whether groundwater or soil vapor testing was done.
EPA UST Finder, leaking underground storage tank releases
Brownfield site
1,950 ft
133 Grape St Hanson Associates. Former industrial land in EPA's cleanup and reuse program.
EPA ACRES Brownfields
Toxic release facility
1,550 ft
Richardsapex Inc and 2 more within a mile. Reports chemical releases to air, water or land to EPA each year.
EPA Toxics Release Inventory
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
2,600 ft
Cook-Wissahickon Sch (2,600 ft), Dobson James Sch (4,700 ft), Roxborough HS (4,950 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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What's worth checking in person before deciding.
- Test water pressure and temperature at the tap, in the bathroom and kitchen, for at least a minute.
- 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.
- Schedule a viewing in the evening too, on a weekday, to see street traffic, streetlights, and how quiet the neighborhood is after 8 PM.
- Ask to see the construction documents (permit, sign-off) and check for visible cracks on the facade or in the attic/basement.
- Ask what heating system is in place (own boiler, wood, gas) and request the last winter month's bills.
- Check the roof, gutters, and downspouts for signs of leaks or recent repairs, especially if it has rained recently.
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