3207 Lester Place, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 3207 Lester Place have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 14 permits, 1 not closed, and 8 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 2, moderate potential.
- What natural disasters is 3207 Lester Place 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
1 permit not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. 2 open violations.
- Electrical permit Dec 2020Completed
New 200a service addition on back of property requiring power and lighting requirements per nec.
- Residential building permit Oct 2020Completed
Alterations to convert existing rear deck into a category iv sunroom per plans.
- Zoning permit Sep 2020Issued
Erection of one story vertical addition on the top of existing rear deck (size and location as per approved plan)
- Plumbing permit Dec 2016Completed
Replace storm & sanitary curb trap and fai-pa1#20163520148-"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"
- Electrical permit Oct 2012Completed
Wire addition: (6)recessed lights, (4)switches, (4)receptacles and a track light.... in accordance with 2008 nec for a one family building
- Administrative permit Oct 2012Completed
Ammend permit #371260 to include enclosing deck with exterior walls. side walls to be i hour fire rated, 5/8 type "x"gwb both sides of wall, within 3ft of property lines.
- Alteration permit Apr 2012Completed
Install vinyl siding, rear 2 stories (sfd)
- Alteration permit Mar 2012Completed
Exterior wall covering (vinyl siding).
- Zoning permit Nov 2011Completed
Extend existing rear deck and enclose with steps.
- Addition permit Nov 2011Completed
Roof over existing rear yard deck with steps
- Alteration permit Sep 2011Completed
Install 350 sq ft vinyl siding. rear wall
- Electrical permit Jan 2008Completed
Installation of new 100 amp service to include new service drop and 100 amp breaker panel in basement, as per 2005 nec (east dist)
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
Radon potential
Moderate
Average indoor levels of 2 to 4 pCi/L. EPA still suggests testing ground-floor and basement units.
EPA and USGS Geologic Radon Potential Map
Wildfire risk
Very Low
Wildfire risk is low enough that standard home insurance usually covers it.
FEMA National Risk Index
Nearest public schools
2,550 ft
Decatur Stephen Sch (2,550 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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- 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.
- 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.
- Knock on a neighboring gate and ask about noise, pets, flooding, or other issues common in the area.
- Schedule a viewing in the evening too, on a weekday, to see street traffic, streetlights, and how quiet the neighborhood is after 8 PM.
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