8418 Gibbs Place, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Is 8418 Gibbs Place in a flood zone?
- No. FEMA maps it in Zone X, outside the high-risk flood area. Flood insurance is optional.
- Does 8418 Gibbs Place have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 8 permits, 2 not closed, and 2 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 2, moderate potential.
- What natural disasters is 8418 Gibbs Place at risk for?
- FEMA's National Risk Index rates the area relatively low overall, with elevated heat wave risk.
Permits and code violations
2 permits not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. No open violations.
- Electrical permit Mar 2024Completed
Installation of solar photovoltaic system in accordance with attached standard.
- Electrical permit Nov 2020Completed
Installation of 15 roof-mounted solar modules 4.875 kw dc | 3.800 kw ac as per 2014 nec
- General permit minor Aug 2020Expired
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 Apr 2016Completed
Installation of a 4.68 kw photovolatic pv system per cad drawing with 18 roof mounted solar panels new net meter installation as per nec 2008 west district
- Electrical permit Apr 2016Completed
Installation of a 7.02kw phovoltaic (pv) system with 27 roof-mounted solar panels, new net meter installation per 2008 nec (sfd)west district
- Electrical permit Oct 2015Completed
Supply & install new 200amp panel only ground rod & cold water ground as per nec 2008 west district
- Plumbing permit Feb 2015Completed
Replace water heater
- Alteration permit Feb 2010Expired
Roof recovering, fiberglass shingle (sfd)
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
FEMA flood zone
Zone X
Moderate flood hazard: a 0.2% annual chance. Flood insurance is optional and usually cheaper here.
FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer (FIRM)
Superfund site
1.2 mi
Lower Darby Creek Area (NPL Site). Check groundwater and vapor reports on the EPA site page.
EPA National Priorities List
Brownfield site
750 ft
2530 Suffolk Street and 2 more within half a mile. Former industrial land in EPA's cleanup and reuse program.
EPA ACRES Brownfields
Toxic release facility
4,100 ft
Srm Sharon Hill and 1 more within a mile. 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
Wildfire risk
Very Low
Wildfire risk is low enough that standard home insurance usually covers it.
FEMA National Risk Index
Nearest public schools
4,700 ft
Penrose Sch (4,700 ft). Confirm the assigned school with the district.
U.S. Department of Education, NCES
Major airport
1.6 mi
Philadelphia International (PHL). Homes this close can sit inside the 65 dB DNL noise contour. Visit at peak hours and check the airport's noise map.
FAA large-hub airports
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.
- 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.
- Ask to see the construction documents (permit, sign-off) and check for visible cracks on the facade or in the attic/basement.
- Check the sewer connection (public network or septic tank) and the water source (public network or well), including pressure and water quality.
- Knock on a neighboring gate and ask about noise, pets, flooding, or other issues common in the area.
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