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Last sold for $33,400 on Feb 1, 2002

242 W CLAPIER ST

PHILADELPHIA, PA 19144
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,314 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
2,204 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1900
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$33,400 · Feb 1, 2002

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,489 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$177,800 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$35,560
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$142,240
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$177,800
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$177,800

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.42
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
13
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
76
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
88
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
33
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.minimal

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Row House
CountyPhiladelphia
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.05
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Masonry/Concrete Masonry Units (Cmus)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.None
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
ViewThe type of view from the property, or another feature of the site that affects value.Average

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
John B. Kelly Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.3 mi
M
Roosevelt Elementary SchoolC
Middle · Grades KG–8 · 1.7 mi
H
Martin Luther King High SchoolF
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.3 mi

District: Philadelphia City School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 19144These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.141
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.99
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.80

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.89%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.18%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.24%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.43,781
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.12,430 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$51,213
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$72,341
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.54°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.47 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.56%

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How this home compares

242 W Clapier St measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Smaller than 65% of homes in Philadelphia 19144
  • Has a bigger lot than 77% of homes in Philadelphia County
  • Older than 94% of homes in Philadelphia County

How it measures up in Philadelphia 19144

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Philadelphia 19144.

Living area1,314 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,518 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 35% of homes nearby

Lot size2,204 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,830 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 63% of homes nearby

Year built1900
OlderTypical 1920Newer

Newer than 36% of homes nearby

How 242 W Clapier St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeGermantownPhiladelphia 19144Philadelphia County
Living areabigger than1,314 ft²41% of homes35% of homes55% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2,204 ft²66% of homes63% of homes77% of homes
Year builtnewer than190032% of homes36% of homes6% of homes

About 242 W Clapier St

When did 242 W Clapier St, Philadelphia, PA last sell?

242 W Clapier St, Philadelphia, PA last sold on Feb 1, 2002 for $33,400, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 242 W Clapier St, Philadelphia, PA?

242 W Clapier St, Philadelphia, PA has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,314 square feet of living space and a 0.05-acre lot.

When was 242 W Clapier St, Philadelphia, PA built?

242 W Clapier St, Philadelphia, PA was built in 1900, making it 126 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 242 W Clapier St, Philadelphia, PA?

242 W Clapier St, Philadelphia, PA is assigned to John B. Kelly Elementary School (elementary), rated C-; Roosevelt Elementary School (middle), rated C; Martin Luther King High School (high), rated F. All sit in Philadelphia City School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 242 W Clapier St, Philadelphia, PA compare to other homes in Philadelphia 19144?

Among the 11,352 homes in Philadelphia 19144, it is bigger than 35% of them (1,314 ft² against a typical 1,518 ft²), its lot is bigger than 63% of them (2,204 ft² against a typical 1,830 ft²) and it is newer than 36% of them (1900 against a typical 1920). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 242 W Clapier St, Philadelphia, PA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 242 W Clapier St, Philadelphia, PA was $2,489. The county assessed it at $177,800.

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