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Philadelphia HOA Guide (2026)

Philadelphia Metro · Pennsylvania

Philadelphia's Center City and Rittenhouse Square condo market is a major HOA hub.

HOA Fees in Philadelphia

Condo

$460/mo

National avg: $291/mo

$169 above avg
Single-Family Home

$195/mo

National avg: $170/mo

$25 above avg
Townhome

$295/mo

National avg: $215/mo

$80 above avg

Philadelphia condo fees are elevated by concierge staffing, aging urban infrastructure, and snow removal costs.

Pennsylvania HOA Laws at a Glance

68 Pa. C.S. § 5315

Fine cap

Set by bylaws

Notice required

Per CC&Rs

Hearing right

Required

  • Pennsylvania Uniform Planned Community Act (68 Pa. C.S. § 5101) governs planned communities
  • Homeowner must receive notice and opportunity to be heard
  • Fines must be authorized in declaration or bylaws
What HOA fees typically cover in Philadelphia
  • Building exterior
  • Common area insurance
  • Concierge
  • Elevator maintenance
  • Trash
  • Snow removal
Common amenities in Philadelphia HOAs
  • Gym
  • Concierge
  • Roof Deck
  • Parking
  • Package Room
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Fee data represents estimates based on available market data and public HOA disclosures. Actual fees vary widely by community, amenities, building age, and reserve funding status. Legal information is general in nature and not legal advice. Always consult an HOA attorney and your governing documents for your specific situation. Last updated: 2026.