448 Roxborough Avenue, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 448 Roxborough Avenue have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 16 permits, 1 not closed, and 10 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 448 Roxborough Avenue 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. 1 open violation.
- General permit minor Nov 2026Issued
For minor construction work at the subject property in accordance with all applicable provisions of the philadelphia code, all references codes and standards, and the attached ez standard, where included. deviation from this standard shall result in permit revocation. a separate permit from the philadelphia department of streets is required for any sidewalk and street closures. all means of pedestrian protection required at the site in accordance with the philadelphia building code chapter 33 shall be in place prior to start of work.
- Electrical permit Mar 2022Completed
Complete rewire of single family dwelling according to the 2014 national electrical code. switches, receptacles, lighting, gfci's, arc-faults and proper grounding. we are not installing a new service. we will upgrade the existing panel to a 30 space. area's that are not open, we will fish the wire or use wiremold.
- Mechanical permit Aug 2015Completed
Ez permit ductwork & warm-air appliances- for the installation of new ductwork, registers/grilles/diffusers, and warm-air appliances(two appliances) as per attached standard. deviations from this standard will result in permit revocation and require submission of construction plans.
- Plumbing permit Jul 2015Completed
Complete building rehab. dwv piping and water distribution piping replacement inside only the installation will comply with the philadelphia plumbing code 2004
- Electrical permit Jun 2015Completed
200amp service, meter and panel, install hard wired smoke detectors with battery backup. kitchen reno, new wiring installed as per 2008 nec (north district)
- Alteration permit May 2015Completed
Interior alterations ez permit standard alterations- for alterations to an existing one family dwelling as per attached standard. deviations from this standard will result in permit revocation and require submission of construction plans.
- Use permit Aug 2014Completed
For the creation and documentation of an easement to be used as a private driveway for use by 448 roxborough ave & 450 roxborough avenue. easement situated on lot 448 roxborough avenue. zoning and uses approved in permits 465765 and 498702.
- Electrical permit Jun 2014Completed
200amp service & 30-recessed fixtures, 20-switches, 50-receptacles, 7-smoke alarms as per nec 2008 (sfd)
- Mechanical permit Jun 2014Completed
Installation of (2) goodman hot air furnace (including ductwork/accessories).
- Plumbing permit Jun 2014Completed
Installation of 3 water closets, 3 lavy sinks, 1 bathtub, 1 shower, 1 kitchen sink, 1 dishwasher and 1 water heater
- Administrative permit May 2014Completed
Amending building permit#506962 to reflect the correct number of floors as (3) versus permitted floor count (4)
- Plumbing permit May 2014Completed
Install 1" new water service, new sewer service, lateral & curb trap (sfd) pa20141321505
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
Leaking fuel tanks
6 within 1,650 ft
Nearest: Sunoco 0004 9734, Ridge & Walnut Ln (1,450 ft), open. 2 still open. Ask whether groundwater or soil vapor testing was done.
EPA UST Finder, leaking underground storage tank releases
Brownfield site
2,600 ft
133 Grape St Hanson Associates. Former industrial land in EPA's cleanup and reuse program.
EPA ACRES Brownfields
Toxic release facility
2,700 ft
Richardsapex Inc and 1 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
3,050 ft
Cook-Wissahickon Sch (3,050 ft), Roxborough HS (4,000 ft), Dobson James Sch (4,750 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.
- 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.
- 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 what heating system is in place (own boiler, wood, gas) and request the last winter month's bills.
- 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 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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