The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 19139 sells for about $130,298, or $155 per square foot.
Prices are up +2.1% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 49 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,187 a month.
ZIP 19139 — Philadelphia
The 19139 housing market remains stable with high demand for affordable entry-level housing. Market conditions are driven by its proximity to major employment hubs in University City and consistent rental demand. Some figures, such as specific months of supply and precise year-over-year price changes, were not explicitly published for this ZIP and are estimated based on local market trends.
This ZIP is well-suited for first-time homebuyers, investors seeking value-add opportunities, and renters who prioritize proximity to public transit and urban amenities.
Median prices moved up 2.1% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 49 days on market with 5.2 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
12% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 97% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 10.6% · poverty 28.6% — elevated distress and economic pressure.
Built from 679 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 8.4%/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 3.0%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
ZCTA 19139, Philadelphia County PA
The area experiences higher crime rates compared to the national average, with property and violent crime being primary concerns for residents.
Public schools in this ZIP are generally rated below average, with many institutions facing challenges in academic performance and resource allocation.
The area is primarily an urban environment with low wildfire risk, though localized urban flooding can occur during heavy precipitation events.
Economic momentum is driven by proximity to University City and Center City, with ongoing small-scale residential renovations and infill development.
Property taxes are assessed by Philadelphia County; the city utilizes a uniform tax rate applied to the assessed value, which is typically lower than the state average.
Residents benefit from strong transit connectivity via SEPTA's Market-Frankford Line, providing direct access to Center City employment hubs.
The area features several local neighborhood parks and is within short driving distance of the larger Cobbs Creek Park and recreational facilities.
The rental market is deep with a high renter share, characterized by steady demand and moderate vacancy pressure due to the area's affordability.
The economy is heavily influenced by the nearby healthcare and education sectors in University City, including major institutions like UPenn and Drexel.
The area is highly accessible via public transit, with extensive bus routes and the elevated train line serving the corridor.
Development is largely characterized by adaptive reuse of existing structures and small-scale residential infill.
The Philadelphia Office of Property Assessment manages the assessment cycle for all parcels within the city limits.
Parcels are subject to the School District of Philadelphia and standard municipal utility service districts.
Property insurance premiums are generally stable, though urban density and age of housing stock are key factors in policy pricing.
Data retrieved from US Census Bureau ZCTA profiles.
- Adventure Aquarium4.65.2 mi
- Diggerland USA4.419.1 mi
- Franklin Square4.64.1 mi
- Thrillz High Flying Adventure Park4.510.7 mi
- The Funplex4.317.8 mi
- Lincoln Financial Field4.65.1 mi
- Citizens Bank Park4.74.9 mi
- Xfinity Mobile Arena4.55 mi
- Philadelphia Museum of Art4.82.5 mi
- Pennsylvania Convention Center Philadelphia4.53.5 mi
- Philadelphia Museum of Art4.82.5 mi
- Adventure Aquarium4.65.2 mi
- Liberty Bell4.64.2 mi
- Philadelphia Zoo4.51.9 mi
- The Franklin Institute4.62.9 mi
- Philadelphia Museum of Art4.82.5 mi
- Liberty Bell4.64.2 mi
- Philadelphia Museum of Art Steps4.72.5 mi
- The Franklin Institute4.62.9 mi
- Independence Hall4.74.2 mi
- Philadelphia Zoo4.51.9 mi
- JFK Plaza (Love Park)4.53.3 mi
- Franklin Square4.64.1 mi
- FDR Park4.54.6 mi
- Morris Arboretum & Gardens of the University of Pennsylvania4.88.9 mi
- Aronimink Golf Club4.710.3 mi
- Philadelphia Cricket Club4.810.2 mi
- Union League Liberty Hill4.78.2 mi
- RiverWinds Golf & Tennis Club4.37.2 mi
- Merion Golf Club4.75.3 mi
- King of Prussia4.612.4 mi
- Reading Terminal Market4.73.7 mi
- Cherry Hill Mall4.410.8 mi
- Deptford Mall4.311.2 mi
- H Mart Philadelphia4.68.2 mi
- Philadelphia International Airport3.86.1 mi
- Trenton-Mercer Airport3.930.8 mi
- Wilmington Airport4.328 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 trails and green space.
Major transit artery connecting the ZIP to Center City.
Key-figure check: median price diverges 34.3% from the nearest retained anchor (prior refresh cycle) — beyond the 12.5% tolerance; an automated validation case is open and the value publishes pending its verdict. Validation: the flagged $175,000 (+34.3% vs the prior refresh cycle) could not be independently corroborated and was reverted to the prior cycle value pending review; the case is under review in the Command Center.