355 Lyceum Avenue, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 355 Lyceum Avenue have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 13 permits, all closed, and 27 violations, 1 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 355 Lyceum Avenue at risk for?
- FEMA's National Risk Index rates the area relatively low overall, with elevated heat wave risk.
Permits and code violations
Every permit on file is closed out. 1 open violation.
- Plumbing permit Oct 2023Completed
Curb trap and fresh air inlet
- General permit minor Jun 2020Completed
Ez exterior wall coverings- for the applications of exterior wall coverings as per attached standards. deviations from these standards require submission of construction and site plans.
- Plumbing permit Sep 2012Completed
Interior drains and water piping to fixtures (mixed use)
- Mechanical permit Oct 2010Completed
Install 1 rheem hvac unit (1st floor)
- Electrical permit Oct 2010Completed
Re-model of 1st apt. rear with new recess lights (12) 20 duplex outlets,10 switches, 4 gfi outlets,smoke detectors with a new 100 amp service as per 2008 nec
- Alteration permit Sep 2010Completed
Single family dwelling only - new 5/8 drywall inside (non-bearing walls); replacement of new kitchen cabinets and carpets; no structural work.
- Plumbing permit Sep 2010Completed
(1) water closet, (1) lav, (1) shower, (1) kitchen sink
- Electrical permit Jun 2008Completed
Installation of general lighting and recept circuits through out building as per nec 2005 (north district) install new fire alarm as per nfpa72
- Mechanical permit May 2008Completed
Install 1 goodman hvac unit (sfd) - partially complies hansen case #159787
- Alteration permit May 2008Completed
General rehab. of existing three family dwelling to include lowering basement and underpinning foundation walls.
- Plumbing permit Apr 2008Completed
Install new stacks in building. all new water piping and draining piping to 5 wc, 5 bts, 5 lavs, 3 ks, 1 wash st pipe. also install 4 new water heaters
- Electrical permit Apr 2008Completed
Replace defective 100amp service cable and 4 gang meter socket with new 300amp service and 5 gang meter socket. house meter/panel in basement, 1 meter/panel on each floor, 1 meter in garage at rear of property also replace tenant panels as per nec 2005 (north district)
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
Brownfield site
1,650 ft
133 Grape St Hanson Associates. Former industrial land in EPA's cleanup and reuse program.
EPA ACRES Brownfields
Toxic release facility
2,200 ft
Richardsapex Inc and 3 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
3,000 ft
Roxborough HS (3,000 ft), Dobson James Sch (3,300 ft), Cook-Wissahickon Sch (4,250 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.
- 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 roof, gutters, and downspouts for signs of leaks or recent repairs, especially if it has rained recently.
- Check the sewer connection (public network or septic tank) and the water source (public network or well), including pressure and water quality.
- Ask to see the construction documents (permit, sign-off) and check for visible cracks on the facade or in the attic/basement.
- Check exactly where you'd park: a spot in the yard or garage, or street parking, and how crowded the street gets in the evening.
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