The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 19122 sells for about $349,000, or $249 per square foot.
Prices are up +3% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 87 days to sell, which is slow. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,800 a month.
ZIP 19122 — Philadelphia
The 19122 housing market is experiencing steady growth, driven by significant residential development and its proximity to Center City and Temple University. While inventory remains tight, the area continues to attract investment, reflected in rising prices and high demand. Figures for specific metrics like price history and tax history were not available at the ZIP level and have been omitted.
This ZIP is well-suited for young professionals, students, and investors looking for urban living with high transit accessibility and proximity to Temple University and Center City.
Median prices moved up 3.0% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 87 days on market with 3.9 months of supply — a balanced-paced market.
3% 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 5.2% · poverty 27.0% — a mixed stability profile.
Built from 394 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.
versus the prior ACS vintage
ZCTA 19122, Philadelphia County PA
The area is served by the School District of Philadelphia, which faces ongoing challenges with funding and academic performance metrics.
The area is primarily urban with standard flood and wind risks associated with the Philadelphia region; specific insurance-climate posture is not determinable.
The area is experiencing significant residential development, particularly in South Kensington and near Temple University, contributing to a broader Philadelphia housing boom.
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 have high accessibility to Center City Philadelphia via the SEPTA Market-Frankford Line and various bus routes, with a short drive or transit commute.
The area features proximity to the Delaware River waterfront, various local parks, and the vibrant dining and shopping districts of Fishtown and Northern Liberties.
The rental market is active with significant new unit completions, though vacancy pressure remains moderate due to high demand from students and young professionals.
The economy is driven by education, healthcare, and the service sector, with Temple University serving as a primary anchor employer.
The area is well-served by the SEPTA transit network, including the Market-Frankford Line and extensive bus coverage connecting to the regional employment core.
Significant residential development is ongoing, with a focus on high-density infill projects in South Kensington and near the Temple University campus.
The Philadelphia Office of Property Assessment manages the city-wide assessment regime for all parcels.
Parcels are subject to the School District of Philadelphia and city-wide municipal tax levies.
Standard urban property insurance market; premiums are influenced by regional hazard profiles and city-wide risk factors.
Data retrieved from Census Reporter and Data Commons; figures represent ZCTA-level estimates.
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 Aquarium4.62.4 mi
- Diggerland USA4.416.5 mi
- Franklin Square4.61.7 mi
- Thrillz High Flying Adventure Park4.513.1 mi
- The Funplex4.313.5 mi
- Lincoln Financial Field4.65.5 mi
- Citizens Bank Park4.75.2 mi
- Xfinity Mobile Arena4.55.6 mi
- Philadelphia Museum of Art4.82.1 mi
- Pennsylvania Convention Center Philadelphia4.51.9 mi
- Philadelphia Museum of Art4.82.1 mi
- Adventure Aquarium4.62.4 mi
- Liberty Bell4.62.1 mi
- Philadelphia Zoo4.52.7 mi
- The Franklin Institute4.62.1 mi
- Philadelphia Museum of Art4.82.1 mi
- Liberty Bell4.62.1 mi
- Philadelphia Museum of Art Steps4.72.1 mi
- The Franklin Institute4.62.1 mi
- Independence Hall4.72.1 mi
- Philadelphia Zoo4.52.7 mi
- JFK Plaza (Love Park)4.52 mi
- Franklin Square4.61.7 mi
- FDR Park4.55.7 mi
- Morris Arboretum & Gardens of the University of Pennsylvania4.88.5 mi
- Cooper River Park4.65.9 mi
- Gillin Boathouse, Saint Joseph's University/St. Joseph's Preparatory School4.62.8 mi
- Riverton Yacht Club4.77.2 mi
- Penn's Landing Marina4.72.5 mi
- Gloucester City Marina4.55.8 mi
- Topgolf Mount Laurel4.412.8 mi
- Topgolf Philadelphia4.111.7 mi
- Philadelphia Cricket Club4.89.8 mi
- Union League Liberty Hill4.78.8 mi
- Ramblewood Country Club4.311.8 mi
- Reading Terminal Market4.72 mi
- Cherry Hill Mall4.46.9 mi
- Deptford Mall4.310.5 mi
- Willow Grove Park4.411.2 mi
- Franklin Mall4.212.3 mi
- Philadelphia International Airport3.89 mi
- Trenton-Mercer Airport3.926.9 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
Major anchor institution influencing local housing demand and demographics.
Provides access to trails and public space along the river.
Key-figure check: median price corroborated by the published ten-year series (2025) (within 12.5%).