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Sheriff-sale activityPhiladelphia metro
ZIP 19133
ZIP 19133: 1,588 permits, $17.31M in deals, 88 sheriff-sale flags in the last 12 months.
Neighborhoods Hartranft, West Kensington, Fairhill, McGuire, Upper Kensington
The numbers · last 12 months
- Permits
- 1,588
- New units
- 414
- New licenses
- 0
- Median sale
- $355K
- Deal $ volume
- $17.31M
- Violations
- 2,864
- Tax-delinquent
- 2,142
Permit & deal figures cover the last 12 months; violations and tax delinquencies are the current standing. Business-license counts match the ZIP inside the licensed address (licenses carry no ZIP field of their own).
Notable transfers
12 entries
The biggest recorded deeds on the public record in this ZIP, largest first.
- Recorded Nov 25, 2025
$6.05M
to Lutheran Social Mission Society of Philadelphia · 4 parcels
Recent permits
12 entries
Newest building permits — new construction, additions and alterations.
- Issued Oct 27, 2026
1 units
New Construction · *2018 IBC REVIEW* FOR THE ERECTION OF AN DETACHED FOUR-STORY STRUCTURE (VA CONSTRUCTION CLASS) WITH TWO (2) ROOF ACCESS STRUCTURES FOR ACCESS TO AN OCCUPIABLE ROOF DECK (FOR RESIDENTIAL USE ONLY). STRUCTURE FOR USE AS MULTI-FAMILY HOUSEHOLD LIVING THIRTEEN (13) DWELLING UNITS AND FIVE (5) OFF STREET BICYCLE (CLASS 1A) PARKING SPACES ON AN ACCESSIBLE ROUTE. BUILDING IS FULLY SPRINKLERED IN ACCORDANCE WITH NFPA 13 AND STANDPIPES TO BE PROVIDED IN THE EXIT STAIRWAYS PER NFPA 14. ALL WORK TO BE DO
- Issued Oct 27, 2026
Addition and/or Alteration · For interior alterations to an existing attached structure to convert for the use as a Two-Family Dwelling per plans. Separate permits are required for all associated Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing work. Basement to remain non-habitable, to be used for storage and utilities only.
- Issued Oct 27, 2026
Addition and/or Alterations · 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. Replacement of 80k btu gas boiler. Same in kind and in place. No new duct/piping.NO NEW DUCTWORK IS PART OF THIS PERMIT, APPLIANCE REPLACEMENT LIKE IN KIND ONLY.
- Issued Oct 27, 2026
Addition and/or Alterations · 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. Replacement of a 95k BTU gas Boiler. Reusing all exiting pipes/duct work. NO NEW DUCTWORK IS PART OF THIS PERMIT, APPLIANCE REPLACEMENT LIKE IN KIND ONLY.
- Issued Oct 27, 2026
EZ Wall Covering Replacement · 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 sh
- Issued Oct 26, 2026
1 units
New Construction · FOR NEW CONSTRUCTION OF A THREE-STORY ATTACHED BUILDING FOR USE AS SINGLE-FAMILY HOUSEHOLD LIVING. BUILDING TO BE FULLY SPRINKLERED WITH NFPA 13D. SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR EXCAVATION, MECHANICAL, ELECTRICAL, PLUMBING AND FIRE SUPPRESSION.
- Issued Oct 26, 2026
1 units
New Construction · FOR THE ERECTION OF A THREE (3) STORY ATTACHED STRUCTURE OF TYPE V-B CONSTRUCTION FOR USE AS A SINGLE-FAMILY DWELLING. BUILDING TO BE FULLY SPRINKLERED PER NFPA 13D. ALL WORK TO BE DONE PER APPROVED PLANS AND IN ACCORDANCE WITH 2018 IRC. SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR MECHANICAL, ELECTRICAL, PLUMBING, FIRE SUPPRESSION, AND EXCAVATION WORK. ENERGY CODE COMPLIANCE IN ACCORDANCE WITH 2018 IECC. PRIOR TO ISSUANCE OF C.O., SUBMITTAL OF AIR BARRIER CHECKLIST AND ENVELOPE TESTING CERTIFICATE IS REQUIRED
- Issued Oct 26, 2026
1 units
New Construction · FOR THE ERECTION OF A THREE (3) STORY ATTACHED STRUCTURE OF TYPE V-B CONSTRUCTION FOR USE AS A SINGLE-FAMILY DWELLING. BUILDING TO BE FULLY SPRINKLERED PER NFPA 13D. ALL WORK TO BE DONE PER APPROVED PLANS AND IN ACCORDANCE WITH 2018 IRC. SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR MECHANICAL, ELECTRICAL, PLUMBING, FIRE SUPPRESSION, AND EXCAVATION WORK. ENERGY CODE COMPLIANCE IN ACCORDANCE WITH 2018 IECC. PRIOR TO ISSUANCE OF C.O., SUBMITTAL OF AIR BARRIER CHECKLIST AND ENVELOPE TESTING CERTIFICATE IS REQUIRED
- Issued Oct 26, 2026
1 units
New Construction · FOR NEW CONSTRUCTION OF A THREE-STORY ATTACHED BUILDING FOR USE AS SINGLE-FAMILY HOUSEHOLD LIVING. BUILDING TO BE FULLY SPRINKLERED WITH NFPA 13D. SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR EXCAVATION, MECHANICAL, ELECTRICAL, PLUMBING AND FIRE SUPPRESSION.
- Issued Oct 26, 2026
1 units
New Construction · FOR THE ERECTION OF A THREE (3) STORY ATTACHED STRUCTURE OF TYPE V-B CONSTRUCTION FOR USE AS A SINGLE-FAMILY DWELLING. BUILDING TO BE FULLY SPRINKLERED PER NFPA 13D. ALL WORK TO BE DONE PER APPROVED PLANS AND IN ACCORDANCE WITH 2018 IRC. SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR MECHANICAL, ELECTRICAL, PLUMBING, FIRE SUPPRESSION, AND EXCAVATION WORK. ENERGY CODE COMPLIANCE IN ACCORDANCE WITH 2018 IECC. PRIOR TO ISSUANCE OF C.O., SUBMITTAL OF AIR BARRIER CHECKLIST AND ENVELOPE TESTING CERTIFICATE IS REQUIRED
- Issued Oct 26, 2026
1 units
New Construction · FOR THE ERECTION OF A THREE (3) STORY ATTACHED STRUCTURE OF TYPE V-B CONSTRUCTION FOR USE AS A SINGLE-FAMILY DWELLING. BUILDING TO BE FULLY SPRINKLERED PER NFPA 13D. ALL WORK TO BE DONE PER APPROVED PLANS AND IN ACCORDANCE WITH 2018 IRC. SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR MECHANICAL, ELECTRICAL, PLUMBING, FIRE SUPPRESSION, AND EXCAVATION WORK. ENERGY CODE COMPLIANCE IN ACCORDANCE WITH 2018 IECC. PRIOR TO ISSUANCE OF C.O., SUBMITTAL OF AIR BARRIER CHECKLIST AND ENVELOPE TESTING CERTIFICATE IS REQUIRED
- Issued Oct 26, 2026
1 units
New Construction · FOR THE ERECTION OF A THREE (3) STORY ATTACHED STRUCTURE OF TYPE V-B CONSTRUCTION FOR USE AS A SINGLE-FAMILY DWELLING. BUILDING TO BE FULLY SPRINKLERED PER NFPA 13D. ALL WORK TO BE DONE PER APPROVED PLANS AND IN ACCORDANCE WITH 2018 IRC. SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR MECHANICAL, ELECTRICAL, PLUMBING, FIRE SUPPRESSION, AND EXCAVATION WORK. ENERGY CODE COMPLIANCE IN ACCORDANCE WITH 2018 IECC. PRIOR TO ISSUANCE OF C.O., SUBMITTAL OF AIR BARRIER CHECKLIST AND ENVELOPE TESTING CERTIFICATE IS REQUIRED
On the record — distress
Back taxes, sheriff-sale filings, and open code violations tied to parcels in 19133.
Tax-delinquent parcels
$11,161,101 owed
- Sheriff sale5 yrs owed
$79,204
- Sheriff sale19 yrs owed
$25,868
- Sheriff sale18 yrs owed
$18,975
- Sheriff sale38 yrs owed
$18,046
- Sheriff sale43 yrs owed
$17,288
- Sheriff sale35 yrs owed
$16,514
- Sheriff sale21 yrs owed
$16,164
- Sheriff sale22 yrs owed
$15,161
- Sheriff sale22 yrs owed
$15,101
- Sheriff sale39 yrs owed
$15,032
- Sheriff sale8 yrs owed
$14,990
- Sheriff sale39 yrs owed
$14,913
Code violations & unsafe structures
- Unsafe Oct 23, 2026ACTIVE
Unsafe structure designation
- Unsafe Oct 6, 2026ACTIVE
Unsafe structure designation
- Unsafe Sep 30, 2026ACTIVE
Unsafe structure designation
- Unsafe Sep 30, 2026ACTIVE
Unsafe structure designation
- Unsafe Sep 27, 2026ACTIVE
Unsafe structure designation
- Unsafe Sep 8, 2026ACTIVE
Unsafe structure designation
- Unsafe Sep 3, 2026ACTIVE
Unsafe structure designation
- Unsafe Sep 2, 2026ACTIVE
Unsafe structure designation
- Unsafe Aug 18, 2026ACTIVE
Unsafe structure designation
- Unsafe Aug 12, 2026ACTIVE
Unsafe structure designation
- Unsafe Jul 27, 2026ACTIVE
Unsafe structure designation
- Unsafe Jul 24, 2026ACTIVE
Unsafe structure designation
Get the weekly pulse for 19133
Every deal, permit, and filing on this ground — one email a week, before the neighbors know.
Sources: Phila. Dept. of Records (deeds), L&I (permits, licenses & violations), Dept. of Revenue (tax delinquencies), keyed on the ZIP recorded with each parcel in our weekly ingest. Verify independently before relying on any figure.
Last generated November 3, 2026.