The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 19132 sells for about $103,000, or $87 per square foot.
Prices are up +21.1% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 45 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,095 a month.
ZIP 19132 — Philadelphia
The 19132 housing market is characterized by low price points and high demand for affordable inventory, with median prices rising significantly year-over-year. While sales activity remains steady, the market faces challenges related to high poverty rates and aging housing stock. Figures for months of supply and specific tax rates are not explicitly published at the ZIP level and are omitted.
This ZIP is primarily suited for budget-conscious renters and long-term investors looking for entry-level urban housing, as the area remains one of the most affordable in the Philadelphia market.
Median prices moved up 21.1% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 45 days on market with 3.6 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
28% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 98.5% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 14.8% · poverty 35.1% — elevated distress and economic pressure.
Built from 630 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 8.7%/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 6.5%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
net outflow — more people moved out than in
ZCTA 19132, Philadelphia County PA
The area experiences higher rates of violent and property crime compared to the national average, consistent with broader urban trends in North Philadelphia.
Public schools in the area generally face significant challenges, with many institutions receiving low performance ratings from state and independent evaluators.
The area is primarily an urban environment with low wildfire risk, though localized urban flooding can occur during extreme weather events due to aging infrastructure.
Economic momentum is driven by institutional anchors in nearby University City and Center City, though the immediate ZIP remains characterized by long-term disinvestment and slow redevelopment.
Property taxes are levied by the City of Philadelphia and the School District of Philadelphia; the city utilizes a uniform assessment ratio and a tax abatement program for new construction and major renovations.
Residents have access to SEPTA bus routes and the Broad Street Line subway, providing direct transit access to Center City employment hubs.
The area features local neighborhood parks and proximity to the Fairmount Park system, though large-scale commercial shopping and entertainment venues are primarily located outside the immediate ZIP boundaries.
The rental market is characterized by high demand for affordable units, with a significant portion of the housing stock managed by small-scale landlords and investors.
The economy is heavily influenced by the broader Philadelphia labor market, with major employment sectors including healthcare, education, and government services.
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Development is largely focused on small-scale residential infill and renovation projects rather than large-scale commercial master-planned communities.
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Parcels are subject to the Philadelphia School District tax levy and city-wide municipal service districts.
Property insurance premiums are rising due to urban risk factors and the age of the housing stock, which often requires specialized coverage.
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Data retrieved from data.census.gov ZCTA-level tables.
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- Franklin Square4.63 mi
- Thrillz High Flying Adventure Park4.511.3 mi
- The Funplex4.315 mi
- Lincoln Financial Field4.66.5 mi
- Citizens Bank Park4.76.2 mi
- Xfinity Mobile Arena4.56.5 mi
- Philadelphia Museum of Art4.82.1 mi
- Pennsylvania Convention Center Philadelphia4.52.8 mi
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- Adventure Aquarium4.64 mi
- Liberty Bell4.63.4 mi
- Philadelphia Zoo4.52.1 mi
- The Franklin Institute4.62.6 mi
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- Philadelphia Museum of Art Steps4.72.2 mi
- The Franklin Institute4.62.6 mi
- Independence Hall4.73.4 mi
- Philadelphia Zoo4.52.1 mi
- JFK Plaza (Love Park)4.52.9 mi
- Franklin Square4.63 mi
- FDR Park4.56.5 mi
- Morris Arboretum & Gardens of the University of Pennsylvania4.86.9 mi
- Cooper River Park4.67.7 mi
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- Penn's Landing Marina4.74 mi
- Gloucester City Marina4.57.2 mi
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- Aronimink Golf Club4.712.6 mi
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- Deptford Mall4.312 mi
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- Philadelphia International Airport3.89.3 mi
- Trenton-Mercer Airport3.927 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
Large regional park system providing extensive green space and trails.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.