3740 Avalon Street, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 3740 Avalon Street have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 9 permits, 1 not closed, and 6 violations, 4 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 3740 Avalon 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. 4 open violations.
- Electrical permit Apr 2022Completed
Installation of solar array in accordance with signed standard.
- Alteration permit Oct 2013Completed
Legalize demo of existing concrete stairs and replace with e3p henry stairs, intall 4'2" retaining wall in front of property***pa state contractor license (#pa101356) absolutely perfect scapes***
- Electrical permit Sep 2013Expired
Wiring for swimming pool pumps, lights and bonding... in accordance with article 680 of the 2008 national electrical code.
- Alteration permit Sep 2013Completed
Permit for the installation of inground poured concrete swimming pool (with maximum depth of 7'6") and the installation of 6 foot high perimeter fencing at side and rear yards.
- Electrical permit Jun 2013Completed
Install 1 100amp service & metering equipment, install 120v swimming pool circuit w/electric time clock as per nec 2008 (sfd)
- Alteration permit Jul 2012Completed
Install above-ground swimming pool in rear yard (sfd)
- Use permit Sep 2009Completed
Family daycare with 4 children total. 2 of the children are under the age of 2.5. prep and serve food. less than 24hr care.
- Alteration permit Jun 2008Completed
Erect a rear yard deck ( 20' x 18' ) as per plans
- Zoning permit May 2008Completed
For the erection of wood sun deck 20'x18' as shown on plans
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
Toxic release facility
4,050 ft
Kingsbury Inc. Reports chemical releases to air, water or land to EPA each year.
EPA Toxics Release Inventory
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
Nearest public schools
2,300 ft
John Hancock Demonstration Sch (2,300 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.
- 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.
- Check the roof, gutters, and downspouts for signs of leaks or recent repairs, especially if it has rained recently.
- Schedule a viewing in the evening too, on a weekday, to see street traffic, streetlights, and how quiet the neighborhood is after 8 PM.
- Knock on a neighboring gate and ask about noise, pets, flooding, or other issues common in the area.
- 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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