970 Longfellow Avenue, Bronx, NY 10474
BBL 2027550131 (Borough 2, Block 2755, Lot 131) · BIN 2098199, 2006225 · Last updated:
Also recorded in city data as: 968 Longfellow Ave
Summary · as of October 31, 2026
970 Longfellow Avenue (Bronx, NY 10474; tax lot BBL 2027550131) is a vacant lot (building class V1: vacant land zoned commercial), on a 5,743 sq ft lot zoned M1-2. City tax records list the owner as 970 LONGFELLOW, LLC; per ACRIS, a deed to this owner dated December 20, 2012 lists a price of $499,900. The Department of Finance's final market value for tax year 2027 is $365,000. As of October 31, 2026, NYC Open Data shows three DOB jobs with a permit issued but no sign-off, one active DOB violation, one active ECB violation and two OATH tickets with an unpaid balance. (Source: NYC Open Data — DOB, HPD, OATH, DOF, DCP and ACRIS datasets — compiled by NYC Property Facts.)
- Owner of record
- 970 LONGFELLOW, LLC
- Building class
- V1 · Vacant land zoned commercial
- Year built · units
- — · 0 res.
- Lot area · zoning
- 5,743 sq ft · M1-2
- Market value (DOF)
- $365,000 FY2027
- Last priced deed
- $499,900 · 2012-12-20
- BBL
- 2027550131
- BIN
- 2098199, 2006225
- 3Open DOB jobs (permit issued, no sign-off)
- 1Active DOB violations
- 1Active ECB violations
- 0Open HPD violations
- 2OATH tickets with unpaid balance
How to cite: NYC Property Facts, “970 Longfellow Avenue, Bronx, NY 10474 (BBL 2027550131)”, data as of 2026-10-31, https://nycpropertyfacts.com/ny/bronx/970-longfellow-avenue-2027550131. 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)
- 970 LONGFELLOW, LLCThe owner name on the city’s tax records. It can lag behind recent sales and is often an LLC.
- Building class
- V1 – Vacant land zoned commercialThe Department of Finance’s category for what kind of building this is.
- Land use
- Vacant landCity Planning’s broad category of how the lot is used.
- Year built
- —Often an estimate for older buildings. Major alteration recorded: 2020.
- Floors
- —
- Units
- 0 residential / 0 totalResidential units are apartments; total includes stores and offices.
- Buildings on lot
- 1
- Lot size
- 5,743 sq ft (45.28 ft × 122.72 ft)
- Building floor area
- 0 sq ft
- Zoning
- M1-2, HPThe zoning district sets what can be built and used here. Manufacturing district.
- Built vs. allowed density (FAR)
- 0.00 built / 0.00 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 2027550131 (Borough 2, Block 2755, Lot 131) · BIN 2098199, 2006225BBL identifies the tax lot; BIN identifies each building (from DOB/HPD/footprint records).
Agency lookups: DOB BIS · ZoLa (zoning map) · ACRIS
Source: PLUTO (Dept. of City Planning) — city dataset updated 2026-08-24; data as of 2026-11-02; Building Footprints — city dataset updated 2026-10-25; data as of 2026-11-01
Tax assessment
How the Department of Finance values this lot for property tax.
- Market value (tax year 2027, final roll)
- $365,000The 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
- $164,250The portion of market value that taxes are calculated on (capped by law for small homes).
- Taxable value (final)
- $105,480Assessed value minus any exemptions.
- Tax class
- Tax class 4 – commercial / industrial
| Tax year | Roll | Market value | Assessed value | Tax class |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | Final | $365,000 | $164,250 | 4 |
| 2026 | Final | $281,000 | $126,450 | 4 |
| 2025 | Final | $216,000 | $97,200 | 4 |
Source: DOF Property Valuation and Assessment Data — city dataset updated 2026-09-14; data as of 2026-11-02
Sales & deed history 2
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.
| Date | Type | Price | Seller (grantor) | Buyer (grantee) | Doc ID |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012-12-20 | DEED | $499,900 | Efh Properties Llc | 970 Longfellow, Llc | 2012122400212001 |
| 1998-11-30 | DEED | $0 / not stated | Efh Realty Co., | Efh Properties Llc | FT_2490006534949 |
Source: ACRIS Real Property Master — city dataset updated 2026-10-08; data as of 2026-11-02; ACRIS Real Property Legals — city dataset updated 2026-10-08; data as of 2026-11-02; ACRIS Real Property Parties — city dataset updated 2026-10-08; data as of 2026-11-02
DOB job filings 3 open of 8
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.
| Status | Job # | Type | Filed | Est. cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Permitted, not signed off PERMIT ISSUED - ENTIRE JOB/WORK · 2016-12-12 | 240166182 BIS | A3 – Minor alteration (one type of work) | 2016-12-08 | — |
| Permitted, not signed off PERMIT ISSUED - ENTIRE JOB/WORK · 2021-05-19 | 220493213 BIS | A3 – Minor alteration (one type of work) | 2015-12-16 | — |
| Permitted, not signed off PERMIT ISSUED - ENTIRE JOB/WORK · 2006-03-22 | 201037519 BIS | A2 – Alteration with multiple work types (no change to use/occupancy) | 2006-02-27 | $15,000 |
| Not open SIGNED OFF · 2021-11-04 | 220730573 BIS | DM – Demolition | 2020-04-08 | — |
| Not open APPLICATION PROCESSED - NO PLAN EXAM · 2017-03-28 | 220577123 BIS | DM – Demolition | 2017-03-28 | — |
| Not open SIGNED OFF · 2011-06-15 | 220057122 BIS | A2 – Alteration with multiple work types (no change to use/occupancy) | 2010-04-15 | $40,000 |
| Not open PLAN EXAM - DISAPPROVED · 1993-06-04 | 200258309 BIS | A2 – Alteration with multiple work types (no change to use/occupancy) | 1993-05-28 | $3,000 |
| Not open PLAN EXAM - APPROVED · 1993-05-13 | 200253322 BIS | A1 – Major alteration (changes use, egress or occupancy) | 1993-04-01 | $2,500 |
Source: DOB NOW: Build – Job Application Filings — city dataset updated 2026-11-01; data as of 2026-11-02; DOB Job Application Filings (BIS) — city dataset updated 2026-10-30; data as of 2026-10-31
Work permits 9
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.
| Issued | Expires | Job # | Work | Permit status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021-05-19 | 2021-10-02 | 220730573 BIS | Demolition | ISSUED (initial) |
| 2021-05-19 | 2022-05-19 | 220493213 BIS | Construction equipment (scaffold, fence, shed) / Construction equipment | ISSUED (renewal) |
| 2016-12-12 | 2017-12-12 | 240166182 BIS | Construction equipment (scaffold, fence, shed) / Construction equipment | ISSUED (initial) |
| 2015-12-16 | 2016-12-15 | 220493213 BIS | Construction equipment (scaffold, fence, shed) / Construction equipment | ISSUED (initial) |
| 2010-11-12 | 2011-11-12 | 220057122 BIS | Plumbing / Plumbing | ISSUED (initial) |
| 2010-10-01 | 2011-10-01 | 220057122 BIS | Equipment work / Sprinkler | ISSUED (initial) |
| 2006-03-22 | 2006-06-30 | 201037494 BIS | Sign | ISSUED (initial) |
| 2006-03-22 | 2006-06-30 | 201037500 BIS | Sign | (initial) |
| 2006-03-22 | 2006-11-01 | 201037519 BIS | Equipment work / Other / general construction | ISSUED (initial) |
Source: DOB NOW: Build – Approved Permits — city dataset updated 2026-11-02; data as of 2026-11-02; DOB Permit Issuance (BIS) — city dataset updated 2026-10-31; data as of 2026-10-31
DOB violations 1 active of 4
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).
| Status | Issued | Type | Description | Number |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Active V-DOB VIOLATION - ACTIVE | 2006-07-03 | C-CONSTRUCTION OTHER OPTIONAL | V070306C02EP05 | |
| Resolved/dismissed V*-DOB VIOLATION - DISMISSED | 2021-10-13 | AEUHAZ1-FAIL TO CERTIFY CLASS 1 NONE | FAILURE TO CERTIFY CORRECTION ON IMMEDIATELY HAZARDOUS (CLASS 1) ECB VIOLATION | V*101321AEUHAZ100160 |
| Resolved/dismissed V*-DOB VIOLATION - DISMISSED | 2021-10-13 | AEUHAZ1-FAIL TO CERTIFY CLASS 1 NONE | FAILURE TO CERTIFY CORRECTION ON IMMEDIATELY HAZARDOUS (CLASS 1) ECB VIOLATION | V*101321AEUHAZ100161 |
| Resolved/dismissed V*-DOB VIOLATION - DISMISSED | 2019-10-01 | RWNRF-RETAINING WALL NONE | FAILED TO FILE CYCLE 1 TECHNICAL REPORT BY 12/31/2018 PER RCNY 103-09 | V*100119RWNRF00186 |
Source: DOB Violations — city dataset updated 2026-11-02; data as of 2026-11-02
ECB violations (DOB) 1 active of 6
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.
| Status | Issued | Severity | What it was for | Penalty / paid / balance | ECB # |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Resolved Hearing: IN VIOLATION · Certification: CERTIFICATE ACCEPTED | 2004-07-14 | Hazardous | DIRECTING THE INSTALLATION OF A SIGN WITHOUT A MASTER SIGNHANGES LICENSE.REMEDY:OBTAIN MASTER SIGN HANGES LICENSE STOP WORK ORDER ISSUED #4900 | $500 / $1,000 / $-500 | 34401974R |
| Resolved Hearing: IN VIOLATION · Certification: COMPLIANCE-INSP/DOC | 2021-07-23 | CLASS - 1 | DOCUMENTS TO BE KEPT ONSITE.AT TIME OF INSPECTION OF AN ACTIVE 1 STY DM WITH APPROX 4 WORKERS ONSITE I REQUESTED FOR ALL APPROVED PLANS SSP DEMO PLAN CONSTRUCTION SUPERINTENDENT LOGS PRE TASK SITE SAFETY ORIENT | $625 / $0 / $625 | 35580488Y |
| Resolved Hearing: STIPULATION/IN-VIO · Certification: CERTIFICATE ACCEPTED | 2009-02-11 | CLASS - 2 | FAILURE TO MAINTAIN BUILDING IN CODE COMPLAIN MANNER. DEFECTS NOTED: EXPOSED CABLES,RUSTED PIPES,ROTTED JOIST AT CEILING AT BASEMENT. REMEDYREPAIR AND/OR REPLACE | $250 / $250 / $0 | 34736032H |
| Active Hearing: PENDING | 2025-02-25 | CLASS - 2 | 1RCNY 103-09(E). FAILURE TO FILE A RETAINING WALL CONDITION ASSESSMENTREPORT BY THE DEADLINE AS REQUIRED BY 1RCNY 103-09(E)(2) AND (5). TO DATE, THE DEPARTMENT HAS NOT RECEIVED A RETAINING WALL CONDITION ASSESS | $1,250 / $0 / $1,250 | 37033545L |
| Resolved Hearing: IN VIOLATION · Certification: CERTIFICATE ACCEPTED | 2021-07-23 | CLASS - 1 | NO COMPETANT PERSON AT TIME OF INSPECTION OF AN ACTIVE 1 STY DM WITH APPROX 4 WORKERS ONSITE I REQUESTED FOR CONSTRUCTION SUPERINTENDENT ON MR.ALAN BOLTON#0022389 HE WAS NOT PRESENT REQUESTED FOR COMPETANT PERS | $10,000 / $10,000 / $0 | 35580489X |
| Resolved Hearing: IN VIOLATION · Certification: COMPLIANCE-INSP/DOC | 2021-07-23 | CLASS - 1 | FAILURE TO PROVIDE REQUIRED NOTIFICATION PRIOR TO THE COMMENCEMENT OF DEMOLITION AT TIME OF INSPECTION OF AN ACTIVE DM(1 STY)SITE UNIT APPROX 4 WORKERS ONSITE OFTEN FURTHER REVIEW IN BIS I OBSERVED NO NOTIFICA | $625 / $0 / $625 | 35580490N |
Source: DOB ECB Violations — city dataset updated 2026-10-31; data as of 2026-11-02
OATH tickets (all agencies) 2 unpaid of 10
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.
| Status | Date | Agency | Charge | Respondent | Imposed / paid / balance | Ticket # |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unpaid balance DOCKETED · IN VIOLATION | 2021-07-23 | Dept. Of Buildings | FAILURE TO MAINTAIN DISPLAY ON SITE DOCUMENTS REQUIRED BY BC CHAPTER33 | PETER-GEORGE DEVELOPMENT | $625 / $0 / $625 | 035580488Y |
| Unpaid balance DOCKETED · IN VIOLATION | 2021-07-23 | Dept. Of Buildings | FAILURE TO PROVIDE REQUIRED NOTIFICATION PRIOR TO DEMOLITION | PETER-GEORGE DEVELOPMENT | $625 / $0 / $625 | 035580490N |
| Hearing pending RESCHEDULED · ADJOURNED | 2025-02-25 | Dept. Of Buildings | MISCELLANEOUS VIOLATIONS | 970 LONGFELLOW, LLC | $1,250 / $0 / $1,250 | 037033545L |
| No balance due PAID IN FULL · IN VIOLATION | 2021-07-23 | Dept. Of Buildings | CONSTRUCTION SUPERINTENDENT FAILED TO PERFORM DUTIES PER CODE | ALAN BOLTON | $10,000 / $10,000 / $0 | 035580489X |
| No balance due PAID IN FULL · IN VIOLATION | 2015-03-27 | Env Protect | FAILED TO SUBMIT AN ANNUAL TEST REPORT FOR A BACKFLOW PREVENTER | 970 LONGFELLOW LLC ALBERT PA | $500 / $502 / — | 0187653685 |
| No balance due PAID IN FULL · IN VIOLATION | 2015-03-27 | Env Protect | FAILED TO SUBMIT AN ANNUAL TEST REPORT FOR A BACKFLOW PREVENTER | 970 LONGFELLOW LLC ALBERT PA | $500 / $502 / — | 0187653676 |
| No balance due PAID IN FULL | 2010-07-28 | Nypd Transport Intelligence Di | FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF DOT PERMITS | CON EDISON | $1,200 / $1,200 / — | 0177065159 |
| No balance due Default PAID IN FULL · DEFAULTED | 2010-07-28 | Sanitation Others | MAINTAINING RECEPTACLES | CAM HAK FOOD CORP | $130 / $130 / — | 0174106076 |
| No balance due PAID IN FULL | 2009-08-10 | Sanitation Others | STORAGE OF RECEPTACLES | EFH PROPERTIES LLC | $100 / $200 / — | 0171100665 |
| No balance due PAID IN FULL · STIPULATED | 2009-02-11 | Dept. Of Buildings | FAILURE TO MAINTAIN BUILDING IN CODE-COMPLIANT MANNER | EFH PROPERTIES LLC | $250 / $250 / — | 034736032H |
Source: OATH Hearings Division Case Status — city dataset updated 2026-11-02; data as of 2026-11-02
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 2026-10-28; data as of 2026-11-02; HPD Registration Contacts — city dataset updated 2026-10-28; data as of 2026-11-02
HPD housing-code violations 0 open of 0
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.
No records found in this dataset for this lot.
Source: HPD Housing Maintenance Code Violations — city dataset updated 2026-11-02; data as of 2026-11-02
HPD complaints 0
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.
No records found in this dataset for this lot.
Source: HPD Housing Maintenance Code Complaints and Problems — city dataset updated 2026-11-02; data as of 2026-11-02
311 requests (last 12 months) 0
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.
No records found in this dataset for this lot.
Source: 311 Service Requests from 2020 to Present — city dataset updated 2026-11-02; data as of 2026-11-02
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