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Property Report

315-29 S 42ND ST

Philadelphia, PA 19104

88.5/100

This property at 315-29 S 42ND ST, Philadelphia, PA 19104 has no open violations. View the full property report for detailed violation history, ownership records, title risk analysis, and neighborhood safety data.

Property Details

Market Value$5,725,500
Year Built1930
Property TypeAPARTMENTS > 4 UNITS
Exterior Condition4
OwnerUniversity City
NeighborhoodSpruce Hill

Grade Breakdown

Building SafetyA
Code ComplianceA
License StatusA
Complaint HistoryF
Property ConditionC

Property Overview

This Philadelphia property at 315-29 S 42ND ST sits in Spruce Hill and currently shows no open code violations, tax delinquencies, or recent ownership transfers in the public record. It is classified as APARTMENTS > 4 UNITS and was built in 1930. The Philadelphia Office of Property Assessment values it at $5,725,500. KnowMyBlock continuously monitors Philadelphia public records — any new violations, transfers, or safety designations will appear on this page as they're reported.

Property summary

315-29 S 42nd St is a 1930-built apartments > 4 units in the Spruce Hill section of 19104, last assessed at $5,725,500. From the early 20th century, the building predates modern plumbing and electrical codes and may include lead paint, asbestos, or knob-and-tube wiring. All 7 code violations on file have been resolved. The property is held by University City, an institution with a portfolio of 29 Philadelphia properties. A portfolio of 29 parcels places this owner among Philadelphia's larger property holders, which concentrates regulatory exposure across many addresses.

Recent activity

  1. 2025-08-06Complaint filed — Property Maintenance Complaint Interior
  2. 2024-08-22Complaint filed — Property Maintenance Complaint Interior
  3. 2023-08-31Violation resolved — F-1104.16.5.1.10.R
  4. 2023-08-31Inspection
  5. 2023-06-15Violation opened — F-1104.16.5.1.10.R
  6. 2023-06-15Inspection
  7. 2023-03-30Complaint closed
  8. 2023-01-04Inspection
  9. 2023-01-04Violation resolved — F-1104.16.5.1.8
  10. 2023-01-03Complaint filed — Property Maintenance Complaint Interior

Owner portfolio

University City is an institution that holds 29 Philadelphia properties.

Neighborhood context

ZIP 19104
$197,900median value
9.8%with open violations
11,811properties tracked

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