The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 19136 sells for about $239,379, or $196 per square foot.
Prices are up +1.9% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 37 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,600 a month.
ZIP 19136 — Philadelphia
The 19136 housing market is currently balanced, with a median sale price of approximately $239,379 and a modest year-over-year growth of 1.9%. While inventory remains tight, the market is seeing longer days on market compared to previous years, suggesting a cooling trend. Investors should note that while rental demand exists, vacancy pressure and affordability constraints are key factors influencing the current landscape.
This ZIP is well-suited for first-time homebuyers and commuters seeking relatively affordable housing within the Philadelphia city limits.
Median prices moved up 1.9% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 37 days on market with 1.5 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
15% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 97.9% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 6.2% · poverty 14.5% — a stable, low-distress profile.
Built from 613 recorded sales in the last 24 months against HUD 3-bedroom fair market rents. The location premium is the part of the price that rent, income, education, employment, vacancy, price trend, hazard, lending and flood risk don't explain. It usually reflects amenities, schools and scarcity. It's area context and does not change this ZIP's home value estimates.
Researched annual trajectory for this ZIP, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 5.7%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Median annual property tax paid on this ZIP's residential parcels
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 2.6%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
ZCTA 19136, Philadelphia County PA
The area is served by the School District of Philadelphia, with school quality varying significantly across the neighborhood.
The area is subject to standard urban climate risks; specific flood or wildfire hazard data for this ZIP is not determinable.
Economic momentum is driven by the broader Philadelphia labor market, with no major large-scale corporate developments currently reported within the ZIP boundaries.
Composed from the ARED governance burden registry — tier-native tax structure (state + county + city + special districts), never averaged. State (Pennsylvania) — Homestead/Farmstead Exclusion: Formula: (Assessed Value - Exclusion Amount) × Tax Rate = Tax Owed. Exclusion amount varies by school district and county. State (Pennsylvania) — Property Tax Assessment: Tax = Assessed Value × Local Millage Rate (1 mill = $1 per $1,000 of assessed value).
Residents typically commute toward Center City Philadelphia via I-95 or regional rail transit lines.
The area features access to the Delaware River waterfront, Pennypack Park trails, and local neighborhood shopping districts.
The rental market has seen recent inventory build-up and rising asking rents, though vacancy pressure remains a concern for investors.
The economy is integrated into the Philadelphia metro area, with a mix of healthcare, education, and service-sector employment.
The area is served by SEPTA bus routes and proximity to I-95, facilitating access to the regional employment core.
No major large-scale developments are currently reported for this ZIP.
The Philadelphia Office of Property Assessment manages the assessment regime for all parcels in the county.
Parcels are subject to the School District of Philadelphia and city-wide municipal tax districts.
Standard urban property insurance market; premiums are influenced by regional weather patterns and city-wide risk factors.
Data retrieved from Census Reporter and US5.com ZCTA profiles.
Public schools whose reported address is in this area (NCES). Not attendance boundaries — schools that serve residents may sit outside it. Check the district's address locator for assignment. Source: NCES EDGE public school locations 2023-24.
- Adventure Aquarium4.68.5 mi
- Sesame Place Philadelphia4.113 mi
- Diggerland USA4.416.2 mi
- Franklin Square4.68.8 mi
- The Funplex4.38.3 mi
- Lincoln Financial Field4.612.1 mi
- Citizens Bank Park4.711.9 mi
- Xfinity Mobile Arena4.512.3 mi
- Philadelphia Museum of Art4.89.8 mi
- Pennsylvania Convention Center Philadelphia4.59.4 mi
- Philadelphia Museum of Art4.89.8 mi
- Parx Casino4.16.7 mi
- Adventure Aquarium4.68.5 mi
- Liberty Bell4.69.1 mi
- Sesame Place Philadelphia4.113 mi
- Philadelphia Museum of Art4.89.8 mi
- Liberty Bell4.69.1 mi
- Philadelphia Museum of Art Steps4.79.8 mi
- The Franklin Institute4.69.7 mi
- Independence Hall4.79.1 mi
- Philadelphia Zoo4.510.3 mi
- JFK Plaza (Love Park)4.59.5 mi
- Franklin Square4.68.8 mi
- Morris Arboretum & Gardens of the University of Pennsylvania4.811.3 mi
- FDR Park4.512.7 mi
- Cooper River Park4.68 mi
- Neshaminy State Park4.65.9 mi
- Neshaminy State Marina4.76.8 mi
- Riverton Yacht Club4.71.4 mi
- Dredge Harbor Boat Center LLC4.72.2 mi
- Topgolf Mount Laurel4.47.5 mi
- Topgolf Philadelphia4.15.1 mi
- Philadelphia Cricket Club4.811.9 mi
- Union League Liberty Hill4.712.6 mi
- Ramblewood Country Club4.39 mi
- Reading Terminal Market4.79.3 mi
- Cherry Hill Mall4.46.6 mi
- Willow Grove Park4.49.1 mi
- Franklin Mall4.24.7 mi
- H Mart Philadelphia4.65.2 mi
- Philadelphia International Airport3.816.3 mi
- Trenton-Mercer Airport3.919.8 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
Large municipal park offering extensive trails and green space.
Provides recreational access and scenic views along the eastern border.
Key-figure check: median price corroborated by the prior refresh cycle (within 12.5%).