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647 Commonwealth Avenue, Bronx, NY 10473

BBL 2035550045 (Borough 2, Block 3555, Lot 45) · BIN 2021715 · Last updated: · Soundview-Clason Point · ZIP 10473

Summary · as of November 6, 2026

647 Commonwealth Avenue (Bronx, NY 10473; tax lot BBL 2035550045) is a two-family home (building class B1: two-family home, brick), built around 1940, on a 2,500 sq ft lot zoned R5. City tax records list the owner as VALDEZ, STEVEN; per ACRIS, a deed to this owner dated April 1, 2019 lists a price of $725,000. The Department of Finance's final market value for tax year 2027 is $888,000. As of November 6, 2026 (limited by DOB Job Application Filings (BIS); other open-item sources were confirmed later), NYC Open Data shows one DOB job with a permit issued but no sign-off, two active ECB violations, 10 open HPD violations and 15 OATH tickets with an unpaid balance. There were 13 311 requests in the past 12 months and 10 HPD complaints since 2019. (Source: NYC Open Data — DOB, HPD, OATH, DOF, DCP and ACRIS datasets — compiled by NYC Property Facts.)

Owner of record
VALDEZ, STEVEN
Building class
B1 · Two-family home, brick
Year built · units
1940 · 2 res.
Lot area · zoning
2,500 sq ft · R5
Market value (DOF)
$888,000 FY2027
Last priced deed
$725,000 · 2019-04-01
BBL
2035550045
BIN
2021715

How to cite: NYC Property Facts, “647 Commonwealth Avenue, Bronx, NY 10473 (BBL 2035550045)”, data as of 2026-11-06, https://nycpropertyfacts.com/ny/bronx/647-commonwealth-avenue-2035550045. Source: NYC Open Data.

Lot & building

Basic facts about the tax lot and building from the city’s PLUTO database.

Owner (as listed by the city)
VALDEZ, STEVENThe owner name on the city’s tax records. It can lag behind recent sales and is often an LLC.
Building class
B1 – Two-family home, brickThe Department of Finance’s category for what kind of building this is.
Land use
One- & two-family buildingsCity Planning’s broad category of how the lot is used.
Year built
1940Often an estimate for older buildings.
Floors
2
Units
2 residential / 2 totalResidential units are apartments; total includes stores and offices.
Buildings on lot
1
Lot size
2,500 sq ft (25 ft × 100 ft)
Building floor area
3,620 sq ft
Zoning
R5The zoning district sets what can be built and used here. Residential district.
Built vs. allowed density (FAR)
1.45 built / 1.50 max residentialFloor Area Ratio = building floor area ÷ lot area. If built FAR is below the maximum, zoning may allow more floor area (other rules apply).
Identifiers
BBL 2035550045 (Borough 2, Block 3555, Lot 45) · BIN 2021715BBL identifies the tax lot; BIN identifies each building (from DOB/HPD/footprint records).

Source: PLUTO (Dept. of City Planning) — city dataset updated 2026-08-24; last loaded 2026-11-07; Building Footprints — city dataset updated 2026-10-25; last loaded 2026-11-01

Tax assessment

How the Department of Finance values this lot for property tax.

Market value (tax year 2027, final roll)
$888,000The Department of Finance’s estimate of value for tax purposes. It is not an appraisal and is often far from the sale price.
Assessed value
$53,280The portion of market value that taxes are calculated on (capped by law for small homes).
Taxable value (final)
$37,670Assessed value minus any exemptions.
Tax class
Tax class 1 – 1–3 family homes (and some small mixed-use / vacant lots)
Tax yearRollMarket valueAssessed valueTax class
2027Final$888,000$53,2801
2026Final$910,000$54,6001
2025Final$764,000$45,8401

Source: DOF Property Valuation and Assessment Data — city dataset updated 2026-09-14; last loaded 2026-11-07

Sales & deed history 5

Deeds recorded with the City Register (ACRIS). A deed transfers ownership. A $0 or very low price usually means a transfer between related parties, an estate, or a refinance-related transfer, not a market sale. This is not a title search; mortgages, liens and other documents are not shown.

DateTypePriceSeller (grantor)Buyer (grantee)Doc ID
2019-04-01DEED$725,000T.O 125 LlcValdez, Steven; Valdez, Essence2019042900500001
2018-03-28DEED$285,000Powell, ArtinT.O. 215 Llc2018032901255001
1995-12-08DEED$0 / not statedRussell, Laurel /Estate Of; Powell, Joyce/Admn; Russell, Laurel A. / A/K/APowell, Artin; Powell, JoyceFT_2570004999157
1983-08-04DEED$0 / not statedRussell, Laurel; Russell, CanuteRussell, LaurelFT_2050000596705
1972-02-16DEED$0 / not statedVanderster William G; Vanderster SaraCanute Russell; Laurel RussellBK_7220017600757

Source: ACRIS Real Property Master — city dataset updated 2026-10-08; last loaded 2026-11-07; ACRIS Real Property Legals — city dataset updated 2026-10-08; last loaded 2026-11-07; ACRIS Real Property Parties — city dataset updated 2026-10-08; last loaded 2026-11-07

DOB job filings 1 open of 1

A “job” is an application to the Department of Buildings to do construction work. A job marked Permitted, not signed off had a work permit issued but the city has no record of final sign-off (inspection/completion). Old jobs left in this state are common and appear in buyer and lender due diligence; the work may or may not have been done.

StatusJob #TypeFiledEst. cost
Permitted, not signed off
PERMIT ISSUED - ENTIRE JOB/WORK · 2020-09-24
240287275
BIS
A2 – Alteration with multiple work types (no change to use/occupancy)2020-09-21$40,000

Source: DOB NOW: Build – Job Application Filings — city dataset updated 2026-11-06; last loaded 2026-11-07; DOB Job Application Filings (BIS) — city dataset updated 2026-11-05; last loaded 2026-11-06; a later sync attempt failed on 2026-11-07; showing the last successful load

Work permits 1

Individual permits issued under DOB jobs (one job can have several permits, e.g. plumbing and construction). Permit expiration alone does not mean the job was completed or signed off.

IssuedExpiresJob #WorkPermit status
2020-09-242021-04-27240287275
BIS
Equipment work / Other / general constructionISSUED (initial)

Source: DOB NOW: Build – Approved Permits — city dataset updated 2026-11-06; last loaded 2026-11-07; DOB Permit Issuance (BIS) — city dataset updated 2026-11-07; last loaded 2026-11-07

DOB violations 0 active of 0

Violations issued by the Department of Buildings for building-code or zoning conditions. Active means DOB has not recorded the violation as resolved or dismissed. Many active DOB violations are old (e.g. elevator or boiler inspection paperwork).

No records found in this dataset for this lot.

Source: DOB Violations — city dataset updated 2026-11-06; last loaded 2026-11-07

ECB violations (DOB) 2 active of 4

DOB violations that go to a hearing at OATH (formerly the Environmental Control Board) and can carry fines. Active or Resolved follows the DOB violation status field. The hearing status is about the hearing and its penalty: written off means the city stopped collecting the fine, not that the condition was corrected. A balance due is a fine the city says is unpaid.

StatusIssuedSeverityWhat it was forPenalty / paid / balanceECB #
Resolved
Hearing: DISMISSED · Certification: N/A - DISMISSED
2013-05-28CLASS - 1WORK W/O PERMIT. NOTED:AT BASEMENT LEVEL REAR AND REAR YARD HAVING CREATED A RESTAURANT W/FULL KITCHEN AND BAR AREA.FULL PLUMBING & ELECTRICAL WORK COMPLETED ALSO HAVING CREATED STRUCTURE ATTACHED TO PREMISE$0 / $0 / $035022585J
Resolved
Hearing: DISMISSED · Certification: N/A - DISMISSED
2013-05-28CLASS - 1OCCUPANCY CONTRARY TO THAT ALLOWED BY THE BUILDING DEPT RECORDS.NOTED:BUILDING DEPT RECRODS SHOW B1-2 FAMILY DWELLING.AT BASEMENT LEVEL REARA RESTAURANT WAS CREATED W/A FULL KITCHEN AND BAR AREA TO SELL FOOD.$0 / $0 / $035022584H
Active
Hearing: DEFAULT · Certification: NO COMPLIANCE RECORDED
2024-02-08CLASS - 1OCCUPANCY IN CONTRARY TO THAT ALLOWED BY C/O AND/OR DEPARTMENT OF BUILDING RECORD.ILLEGALLY CREATED CLASS A APARTMENT AT CELLAR WITH FULL BATHROOM AND KITCHEN.NO 2ND MEANS OF EGRESS AND INADEQUATE LIGHT AND VEN$12,500 / $0 / $12,50035243852Y
Active
Hearing: DEFAULT · Certification: NO COMPLIANCE RECORDED
2024-01-29CLASS - 1OCCUPANCY IN CONTRARY TO THAT ALLOWED BY C/O AND/OR DEPARTMENT OF BUILDING RECORD.ILLEGAL GARAGE CONVERTED INTO A CLASS A APARTMENT RENTED AS B ROOMS WITHIN A TWO FAMILY HOUSE.NO 2ND MEANS OF EGRESS.REM:DISCONT$12,500 / $0 / $12,50035483149P

Source: DOB ECB Violations — city dataset updated 2026-11-06; last loaded 2026-11-07

OATH tickets (all agencies) 15 unpaid of 32

Summonses heard at the Office of Administrative Trials and Hearings, from agencies like Sanitation, Buildings, Fire and Health, linked to this lot’s block and lot. Default means the respondent did not appear at the hearing, which typically results in the maximum penalty. Tickets may be issued to tenants or businesses at the address, not just the owner. DOB ECB tickets appear here too.

StatusDateAgencyChargeRespondentImposed / paid / balanceTicket #
Unpaid balance Default
DOCKETED · DEFAULTED
2025-09-16Dos - Enforcement AgentsFAILURE TO PROPERLY PUT RECYCS OUT FOR COLLECTION 1TO8DWELLING UNITSVALDEZ STEVEN$25 / $0 / $25049345778K
Unpaid balance Default
DOCKETED · DEFAULTED
2024-11-25Dos - Enforcement AgentsFAILURE TO PROPERLY PUT RECYCS OUT FOR COLLECTION 1TO8DWELLING UNITSVALDEZ STEVEN$25 / $0 / $25048735766K
Unpaid balance Default
DOCKETED · DEFAULTED
2024-02-08Dept. Of BuildingsOCCUPANCY CONTRARY TO THAT ALLOWED BY C OF O OR BUILDING DEPT RECORDSVALDEZ,STEVEN$12,500 / $0 / $12,500035243852Y
Unpaid balance Default
DOCKETED · DEFAULTED
2024-01-29Dept. Of BuildingsOCCUPANCY CONTRARY TO THAT ALLOWED BY C OF O OR BUILDING DEPT RECORDSVALDEZ,STEVEN$12,500 / $0 / $12,500035483149P
Unpaid balance Default
DOCKETED · DEFAULTED
2024-01-04Sanitation OthersDIRTY SIDEWALKVALDEZ STEVEN$300 / $0 / $300048182758N
Unpaid balance
DOCKETED · IN VIOLATION
2023-06-05Sanitation OthersFAILURE TO CLEAN 18 INCHES INTO STREETVALDEZ STEVEN$50 / $0 / $50047830744Z
Unpaid balance Default
DOCKETED · DEFAULTED
2019-02-26Dos - Enforcement AgentsDIRTY AREAT O 215 LLC$300 / $0 / $300046163067H
Unpaid balance Default
DOCKETED · DEFAULTED
2019-02-21Sanitation OthersDIRTY SIDEWALK DIRTY AREAT O 215 LLC$300 / $0 / $3000206739859
Unpaid balance Default
DOCKETED · DEFAULTED
2019-02-19Dos - Enforcement AgentsDIRTY SIDEWALK DIRTY AREAT O 215 LLC$300 / $0 / $300046135060R
Unpaid balance Default
DOCKETED · DEFAULTED
2019-01-29Sanitation OthersDIRTY SIDEWALK DIRTY AREAT O 215 LLC$300 / $0 / $3000206730040
Unpaid balance Default
DOCKETED · DEFAULTED
2019-01-29Sanitation OthersDIRTY SIDEWALK DIRTY AREAT O 215 LLC$300 / $0 / $3000206654113
Unpaid balance Default
DOCKETED · DEFAULTED
2019-01-16Sanitation OthersDIRTY SIDEWALK DIRTY AREAT O 215 LLC$300 / $0 / $3000205788725

Showing 12 of 32 records. The API and the source dataset have the full list.

Source: OATH Hearings Division Case Status — city dataset updated 2026-11-07; last loaded 2026-11-07

HPD registration & contacts

Owners of most rental buildings must register with the Department of Housing Preservation and Development each year and list an owner and managing agent.

No HPD registration found. Registration is required for buildings with 3 or more apartments (and for 1–2 family homes where neither the owner nor family lives there).

Source: HPD Multiple Dwelling Registrations — city dataset updated 2026-11-04; last loaded 2026-11-07; HPD Registration Contacts — city dataset updated 2026-11-04; last loaded 2026-11-07

HPD housing-code violations 10 open of 12

Violations HPD inspectors issued for conditions in residential buildings (heat, leaks, mold, pests, lead paint, etc.). Class letters show how serious: Class A – non-hazardous (HPD gives 90 days to correct); Class B – hazardous (30 days to correct); Class C – immediately hazardous (24 hours to correct for most conditions); Class I – information / order (e.g. orders to register, lead or other administrative orders). Open means HPD has not recorded the condition as corrected.

StatusClassIssuedAptCondition
Open
Info Nov Sent Out · 2024-03-05
I2024-03-04§27-2107 ADM CODE OWNER FAILED TO FILE A VALID REGISTRATION STATEMENT WITH THE DEPARTMENT AS REQUIRED BY ADM CODE §27-2097 AND IS THEREFORE SUBJECT TO CIVIL PENALTIES, PROHIBITED FROM CERTIFYING VIOLATIONS, AND DENIED THE RIGHT TO RECOVER POSSESSION OF PREMISE
Open
Info Nov Sent Out · 2024-02-20
I2024-02-16§ 27-2142 ADM CODE - THE PREMISES OR APTS. HAVE BEEN VACATED BY THE DEPARTMENT AND CANNOT BE REOCCUPIED UNTIL SO ORDERED AFTER PROOF OF COMPLIANCE FOR ILLEGAL APARTMENT CREATED EAST 1 AT CELLAR UNDER VACATE ORDER # 250990
Open
Info Nov Sent Out · 2024-02-20
I2024-02-16§ 27-2142 ADM CODE - THE PREMISES OR APTS. HAVE BEEN VACATED BY THE DEPARTMENT AND CANNOT BE REOCCUPIED UNTIL SO ORDERED AFTER PROOF OF COMPLIANCE FOR ILLEGAL APARTMENT CREATED EAST 1 AT CELLAR UNDER VACATE ORDER # 250685
Open
Nov Sent Out · 2024-02-14
B2024-02-14§ 27-2073 ADM CODE - DISCONTINUE UNLAWFUL COOKING SPACE OR FILE PLANS AND APPLICATION WITH THIS DEPARTMENT TO LEGALIZE SAME, IF LAWFULLY FEASIBLE GAS RANGE INSTALLED AT KITCHEN CREATED AT ILLEGAL FRONT CELLAR APARTMENT
Open
Nov Sent Out · 2024-02-14
B2024-02-14§ 9, 56, 193, 300, 302 M.D. LAW- ABOVE FRAME BUILDING HAS BEEN CONVERTED FROM A PRIVATE DWELLING TO A MULTIPLE DWELLING AND IS NOW OCCUPIED AND MAINTAINED AS SUCH CONTRARY TO LAW.RESTORE PREMISES TO LAWFUL OCCUPANCY
Open
Nov Sent Out · 2024-02-14
B2024-02-14§ 27-2087 ADM CODE - DISCONTINUE USE OF ROOMS FOR LIVING, DISCONNECT PLUMBING FIXTURES WHERE ILLEGAL AND PROPERLY SEAL PIPE CONNECTIONS UNDER FLOORS AND BEHIND WALLS AT KITCHEN AND BATHROOM CREATED AT ILLEGAL FRONT CELLAR APARTMENT.
Open
Nov Sent Out · 2024-02-12
A2024-02-12§ 300 M/D LAW FILE PLANS AND APPLICATION AND LEGALIZE THE FOLLOWING ALTERATION OR RESTORE TO THE LEGAL CONDITION EXISTING PRIOR TO THE MAKING OF SAID ALTERATION REMOVAL OF GARAGE DOOR AND ERECTION OF SOLID STRUCTURED WALL WITH DOOR OPENING AT REAR GARAGE
Open
Nov Sent Out · 2024-02-12
B2024-02-12§ 9, 56, 193, 300, 302 M.D. LAW- ABOVE FRAME BUILDING HAS BEEN CONVERTED FROM A PRIVATE DWELLING TO A MULTIPLE DWELLING AND IS NOW OCCUPIED AND MAINTAINED AS SUCH CONTRARY TO LAW.RESTORE PREMISES TO LAWFUL OCCUPANCY
Open
Nov Sent Out · 2024-02-12
B2024-02-12§ 27-2087 ADM CODE - DISCONTINUE USE OF ROOMS FOR LIVING, DISCONNECT PLUMBING FIXTURES WHERE ILLEGAL AND PROPERLY SEAL PIPE CONNECTIONS UNDER FLOORS AND BEHIND THE WALLS AT KITCHEN AND BATHROOM CREATED AT ILLEGAL CELLAR REAR APARMENT AT GARAGE
Open
Nov Sent Out · 2024-02-12
B2024-02-12§ 27-2073 ADM CODE - DISCONTINUE UNLAWFUL COOKING SPACE OR FILE PLANS AND APPLICATION WITH THIS DEPARTMENT TO LEGALIZE SAME, IF LAWFULLY FEASIBLE ELECTRIC RANGE INSTALLED WITH 220 VOLT ELECTRICAL LINE INSTALLED AT KITCHEN CREATED AT REAR CELLAR APARTMENT AT GA
Closed
Violation Closed · 2024-03-28
C2024-03-04CELLA§ 27-2005 ADM CODE PROVIDE TEMPORARY SEAL-UP FOR ALL ACCESSIBLE OPENINGS IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT CELLAR APT CELLA
Closed
Violation Closed · 2024-03-28
C2024-03-04CELLA§ 27-2005 ADM CODE PROVIDE TEMPORARY SEAL-UP FOR ALL ACCESSIBLE OPENINGS IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT CELLAR APT CELLA

Source: HPD Housing Maintenance Code Violations — city dataset updated 2026-11-06; last loaded 2026-11-07

HPD complaints 10

Complaints tenants or others made to HPD (usually via 311) about housing conditions, from 2019 onward. A complaint is not a violation; HPD may inspect and issue one.

ReceivedStatusAptProblem(s)Outcome
2026-01-24CLOSEBLDGHeat/Hot Water – Entire BuildingThe Department of Housing Preservation and Development contacted a tenant in the building and verified that the following conditions were corrected. The complaint has been closed. If the condition sti
2025-12-19CLOSEBASEMEUnsanitary Condition – SewageAn HPD Inspector was not able to gain access to inspect this complaint. The Inspector left a card at the time of the inspection and a letter was sent from HPD after the inspection attempt to encourage
2025-12-03CLOSEBASEMEAppliance – Electric/Gas Range
Unsanitary Condition – Mold
Door/Window – Door
HPD attempted to conduct an inspection in response to this complaint, but was unable to complete the inspection. Please submit a new service request with 311 if the condition still exists. For more in
2025-11-24CLOSEBASEMEPlumbing – Toilet
Door/Window – Door
Unsanitary Condition – Mold
HPD attempted to conduct an inspection in response to this complaint, but was unable to complete the inspection. Please submit a new service request with 311 if the condition still exists. For more in
2024-12-05CLOSEBLDGHeat/Hot Water – Entire BuildingThe Department of Housing Preservation and Development was not able to gain access to your apartment or others in the building to inspect for a lack of heat or hot water. The complaint has been closed
2024-01-13CLOSERAREBAPlumbing – Water SupplyMore than one complaint was received for this building-wide condition. This complaint status is for the initial complaint.The Department of Housing Preservation and Development contacted an occupant o
2023-10-29CLOSEBASEMEPlumbing – Water SupplyMore than one complaint was received for this building-wide condition. This complaint status is for the initial complaint.The Department of Housing Preservation and Development contacted an occupant o
2023-10-25CLOSEBASEMEPlumbing – Water SupplyMore than one complaint was received for this building-wide condition. This complaint status is for the initial complaint.The Department of Housing Preservation and Development contacted an occupant o
2023-10-25CLOSEBASEMEWater Leak – Damp SpotThe Department of Housing Preservation and Development inspected the following conditions. No violations were issued. The complaint has been closed.
2023-10-24CLOSEBASEMEUnsanitary Condition – Pests
Unsanitary Condition – Mold
Plumbing – Water Supply
The Department of Housing Preservation and Development inspected the following conditions. No violations were issued. The complaint has been closed.

Source: HPD Housing Maintenance Code Complaints and Problems — city dataset updated 2026-11-07; last loaded 2026-11-07

311 requests (last 12 months) 13

Recent 311 service requests the city geocoded to this lot: noise, illegal parking, heat, sanitation and more. Anyone can file them, so they describe activity at or near the address, not necessarily the building itself.

OpenedAgencyComplaintStatusClosed
2026-05-15DPRRoot/Sewer/Sidewalk Condition – Trees and Sidewalks ProgramIn Progress—
2026-03-23NYPDDrug Activity – Use IndoorClosed2026-03-23
2026-01-24HPDHEAT/HOT WATER – ENTIRE BUILDINGClosed2026-01-26
2025-12-19HPDUNSANITARY CONDITION – SEWAGEClosed2026-02-05
2025-12-19DEPSewer – Sewer Backup (Use Comments) (SA)Closed2025-12-19
2025-12-03HPDAPPLIANCE – ELECTRIC/GAS RANGEClosed2026-01-24
2025-12-03HPDUNSANITARY CONDITION – MOLDClosed2026-01-24
2025-12-03HPDDOOR/WINDOW – DOORClosed2026-01-24
2025-11-24HPDDOOR/WINDOW – DOORClosed2026-01-24
2025-11-24HPDDOOR/WINDOW – DOORClosed2026-01-24

Showing 10 of 13 records. The API and the source dataset have the full list.

Source: 311 Service Requests from 2020 to Present — city dataset updated 2026-11-07; last loaded 2026-11-07

Nearby properties

Ordered by map distance among lots on this street within 40 house numbers and on this tax block within 15 lot numbers.

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