3929 Dexter Street, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 3929 Dexter Street have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 28 permits, 4 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 3929 Dexter Street 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
4 permits not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. No open violations.
- Electrical permit May 2024Completed
Rewire house throughout and install lighting, switches and receptacle outlets. install interconnected smoke and co alarms according to the 2017 nec. (fishing wires)
- Plumbing permit Dec 2023Expired
Plumbing permit for new bathroom and add a laundry box.
- Residential building permit Nov 2023Expired
For alterations to an existing single-family dwelling. alterations to include the demolition and infill of existing garage door, erection of partition walls, provide finishes/furnishings and accessibility improvements throughout. all work to be done per approved plans. if field conditions vary contact design engineer prior to the start of any work. separate permits to be obtained for all other work.
- Zoning permit Oct 2023Issued
For removal of the interior parking space, to be used as habitable space.
- Electrical permit Oct 2022Expired
Installation of solar array in accordance with signed standard.
- Mechanical / fuel gas permit Aug 2020Completed
Ez permit ductwork & warm-air appliances - for the installation of new ductwork, registers/grilles/diffusers, and warm-air appliances as per attached standards. deviations from these standards require submission of construction and site plans.
- Electrical permit Apr 2018Completed
200amp service 1 meter 200amp panel, grounding, switches, lights and outlets, co2 and smoke detectors as per nec 2008 north district
- Mechanical permit Mar 2018Completed
Install two 60,000 btu 90% 3 ton a/c with all duct work
- Plumbing permit Feb 2018Completed
Hd, ct, fai 1" combo pa20180380125 self certification no longer accepted all trenches in excess of 5 ft must have approved shoring at the time of inspection. 3 toilet 3 lav 2 shower 1 tub 1 kitchen sink 1 washer 1 disposal the installation will comply with the philadelphia plumbing code 2004
- Suppression permit Jan 2018Completed
For the installation of a 13d fire supression system for a single family dwelling serviced by a combined 1 inch fire service line with water meter assembly. all work to be done per approved plans. if field conditions vary contact design engineer prior to the start of any work. fire suppression system to be installed in accordance with nfpa 13d.
- New construction permit Dec 2017Completed
New construction of a three story type vb structure with a basement and a roof deck with access structure as per plans. separate permits required for all mechanical, electrical, plumbing and fire suppression work.
- Zoning/use permit Dec 2017Completed
New construction of a 3 story sfd with a basement pilot house and roof deck as shown on the enclosed plans.
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
4 within 1,650 ft
Nearest: Vinces Svc Sta, 5400 Ridge Ave (1,250 ft), no further action. Every release here is closed by the state regulator.
EPA UST Finder, leaking underground storage tank releases
Toxic release facility
2,100 ft
Richardsapex Inc. 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
1,850 ft
Cook-Wissahickon Sch (1,850 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.
- 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 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.
- 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.
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