Philadelphia City Property Records in Pennsylvania

Philadelphia property records document ownership, transfers, mortgages, liens, assessments, and tax status for real estate in Philadelphia. Users can access recorded deeds, mortgages, and related land documents through the Philadelphia Department of Records, which serves as the county recorder. Property ownership details, parcel data, and assessed values are available from the City of Philadelphia Office of Property Assessment. Property tax balances and payment information can be checked through the Philadelphia Department of Revenue. For court-related property matters—such as mortgage foreclosures, quiet title actions, or tax disputes—users can search records through the Philadelphia County Court of Common Pleas and statewide docket tools provided by the Unified Judicial System of Pennsylvania. Certified copies or official filings should be obtained directly from the relevant office.

Avg. Household Income
Avg. Household Income:
$60,698
Avg. Home Price
Avg. Home Price:
$232,400
Avg. Property Tax Amount
Avg. Property Tax Amount:
$1,952
Avg. Property Tax
Avg. Property Tax:
0.84%
Median Gross Rent
Median Gross Rent:
$1,323 / mo
Owner Occupied Housing Rate
Owner Occupied Housing Rate:
52%
Population
Population:
1,582,432

Philadelphia Property and Community Statistics

What Are the Crime Rates

The crime rates section shows reported crime counts for Philadelphia. It separates violent crimes, such as murder, robbery, and assault, from property crimes, including total property crimes, burglary, and motor vehicle theft.

In Philadelphia, the data records 262 murders, 4,233 robberies, and 8,869 assaults. For property crimes, it shows 70,463 total property crimes, including 4,942 burglaries and 15,579 motor vehicle thefts.

These figures let readers see which types of reported crime appear in Philadelphia and how often each one is reported. Readers can compare the categories with one another to get a general picture of reported crime in the city. Because the numbers are raw counts, they do not account for the size of the population.

Robberies
Robberies:
4233
Burglary
Burglary:
4942
Murder
Murder:
262
Auto Theft
Auto Theft:
15579
Theft
Theft:
49942
Assault
Assault:
8869
Sex Offenders
Sex Offenders:
714

What Is the Population Profile of Philadelphia

Philadelphia's population is Black (39%, 614,806 residents), White (34%, 531,412), and Hispanic (15%, 240,545), the three largest groups. Smaller groups include Asian residents at 8% (122,021) and Two or More Races at 4% (60,338).

Black
39%
614,806
White
34%
531,412
Hispanic
15%
240,545
Asian
8%
122,021
Two + Races
4%
60,338
Other Race
0.68%
10,824
American Indian
0.14%
2,168
Pacific Islander
0.02%
332

Philadelphia, Ratings Compared Across Pennsylvania B+

Philadelphia's ratings cover different aspects of life in the city. Its highest-rated categories are Nightlife (A+), Access to Bars (A+), and Access to Coffee Shops (A+). Other notable ratings include Commute (A), Jobs (C+), and Housing (C). The ratings provide an overview of key quality-of-life categories.

Public Schools
Public Schools
C-
Cost of Living
Cost of Living
B-
Health & Fitness
Health & Fitness
B+
Outdoor Activities
Outdoor Activities
A
Nightlife
Nightlife
A+
Weather
Weather
B-
Commute
Commute
A
Access to Bars
Access to Bars
A+
Access to Coffee Shops
Access to Coffee Shops
A+
Access to Outdoor Activities
Access to Outdoor Activities
A
Access to Parks
Access to Parks
A
Access to Restaurants
Access to Restaurants
A
Crime & Safety
Crime & Safety
N/G
Diversity
Diversity
A+
Good for Families
Good for Families
B
Good for Retirees
Good for Retirees
B
Good for Young Professionals
Good for Young Professionals
A+
Housing
Housing
C
Jobs
Jobs
C+
Walkability
Walkability
A+

How Educated Is Philadelphia

Philadelphia's Education data shows residents' educational attainment, including High School (30%), Bachelor Degree (19%), and Below High School (13%). The data also includes other available education levels.

High School
30%
Bachelor Degree
19%
Below High School
13%
Some College
11%
Masters Degree
10%
Associate Degree
7%
Doctorate
2%

When Were Homes Built

Philadelphia's Home Age data shows when homes were built across different construction periods. Most homes were built during Before 1939 (40%), followed by 1940 - 1959 (26%) and 1960 - 1979 (19%). The data also includes other available construction periods.

Before 1939
40%
1940 - 1959
26%
1960 - 1979
19%
2000 - Present
9%
1980 - 1999
7%

How Many Bedrooms Do Homes Have?

Philadelphia's Home Size data shows the distribution of homes by number of bedrooms. Most homes have 3 Bedrooms (45%), followed by 2 Bedrooms (22%) and 1 Bedroom (16%). The data also includes other available bedroom categories.

3 Bedrooms
45%
2 Bedrooms
22%
1 Bedroom
16%
4 Bedrooms
9%
No Bedrooms
5%
5 or More Bedrooms
3%

What Is the Average Age

Philadelphia's Population data shows the distribution of residents by age group. The largest groups are 25 - 34 (19%), 65 Plus (14%), and 35 - 44 (13%). The data also includes other available age groups.

25 - 34
19%
65 Plus
14%
35 - 44
13%
Under 10
12%
55 - 64
12%
45 - 54
11%
18 - 24
10%
10 - 17
10%

Property Market Trends at Philadelphia

Philadelphia's property market remains strong, with the median home price reaching approximately $232,400. Suburban areas, however, offer more affordable housing options. The rental market is also competitive, with the median rent around $1,323 per month. Despite high demand and limited inventory, the market remains resilient, attracting both buyers and investors seeking long-term value in Philadelphia's dynamic real estate landscape.

Philadelphia Assessor Office

Philadelphia County Office Of Property Assessment

Street:
601 Walnut Street
City:
Philadelphia
County:
Philadelphia
State:
PA
Zip Code:
19106
Phone:
215-686-4334
Fax:
-
Email:
-
Hours:
Monday - Friday (8AM - 5PM)

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