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870 Longwood Avenue

Bronx, NY 10459BBL 2-02688-0053Map

Owner of record: Longwood Apartments Housing Development Fund Corp

870 Longwood Avenue is a walk-up apartment building built in 1904 in Bronx, 10459. It has 16 residential units across 5 floors. The owner of record is Longwood Apartments Housing Development Fund Corp. HPD has recorded 494 housing violations here, most recently on September 4, 2026. 44 of the 50 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 16 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2024.

HPD violations
494
DOB violations
29
ECB violations
7
HPD complaints
626

What to know

Concern
18 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Watch
Last violation Sep 4, 2026

Date of the most recent HPD inspection that found a problem.

Good
No unpaid ECB fines

No balance due on recent ECB violations.

Rent stabilization

Rent-stabilized units in 2024
16
About 100% of the building's 16 apartments

Counts come from owners' rent-stabilization filings shown on NYC Department of Finance tax bills, as extracted by JustFix. They tell you a building has stabilized apartments, not which ones.

Stabilized units by tax-bill year

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Violations

Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.

HPD housing violations · 494

  • C

    Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 2a, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Sep 4, 2026 · Apt 2A

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • A

    Post a proper notice regarding rent stabilization law, in a form approved by the commissioner, in a conspicuous location within the common area at the buildings entrance. for more information about signage requirements, please visit: https://www.nyc.gov/site/hpd/services-and-information/required-signage.page

    Aug 31, 2026

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 2a, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Aug 31, 2026 · Apt 2A

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 2a, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Aug 31, 2026 · Apt 2A

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Refit doors at base cabinet at north wall in the kitchen located at apt 2a, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Aug 31, 2026 · Apt 2A

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor in the 1st room from north located at apt 2a, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Aug 31, 2026 · Apt 2A

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... less than 10 sq. ft. at 2nd window frame from west at north wall in the 1st room from north located at apt 2a, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Aug 31, 2026 · Apt 2A

    Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at north wall and 1st and 2nd window frame from west at north wall in the 1st room from north located at apt 2a, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Aug 31, 2026 · Apt 2A

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at north wall in the 1st room from north located at apt 2a, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Aug 31, 2026 · Apt 2A

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 2a, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Aug 31, 2026 · Apt 2A

    Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
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  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective light fixture at ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 2a, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Aug 31, 2026 · Apt 2A

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 2a, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Aug 31, 2026 · Apt 2A

    Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
  • A

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective sill at 1st window form west at north in the 1st room from north located at apt 1c, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Aug 8, 2026 · Apt 1C

    Open — Not complied with
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 1c, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Aug 8, 2026 · Apt 1C

    Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
  • C

    Repair the broken or defective connection at waste line at sink in the kitchen located at apt 1c, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Aug 8, 2026 · Apt 1C

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Cleanse to the satisfaction of this department the mold at tiled/grouted surfaces at east wall, south wall, west wall in the bathroom located at apt 1c, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Aug 8, 2026 · Apt 1C

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective balances at lower sash at 1st and 2nd windows at west in the 4th room from north located at apt 1c, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Aug 8, 2026 · Apt 1C

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor in the 1st room from north located at apt 1c, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Aug 8, 2026 · Apt 1C

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective sink base cabinet in the kitchen located at apt 1c, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Aug 8, 2026 · Apt 1C

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective door in the bathroom located at apt 1c, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Aug 8, 2026 · Apt 1C

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Paint metal in accordance with dept. regulation hot water radiators an radiators covers in the entire apartment located at apt 1c, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Aug 8, 2026 · Apt 1C

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department ceiling all walls all trim works in the entire apartment located at apt 1c, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Aug 8, 2026 · Apt 1C

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 1c, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Aug 8, 2026 · Apt 1C

    Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
  • B

    Repair, replace or provide an approved and operational smoke detecting device, installed in accordance with department of buildings rules and regulations missing in the entire apartment located at apt 1c, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Aug 8, 2026 · Apt 1C

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair, replace or provide an approved and operational carbon monoxide detecting device, installed in accordance with applicable law and rules missing in the entire apartment located at apt 1c, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Aug 8, 2026 · Apt 1C

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at 1st and 2nd window frames from west at north in the 1st room from north located at apt 1c, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Aug 8, 2026 · Apt 1C

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Paint metal in accordance with dept. regulation door in the entrance located at apt 1c, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Aug 8, 2026 · Apt 1C

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective light fixture at ceiling in the 4th room from north located at apt 1c, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Aug 8, 2026 · Apt 1C

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the kitchen located at apt 5a, 5th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Mar 30, 2026 · Apt 5A

    Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the kitchen located at apt 5a, 5th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Mar 30, 2026 · Apt 5A

    Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
  • C

    Remove all obstructions and repair all defects in kitchen sink wasteline in the kitchen located at apt 5a, 5th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Mar 30, 2026 · Apt 5A

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling and north wall in the private hallway located at apt 5a, 5th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Mar 30, 2026 · Apt 5A

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Repair the roof so that it will not leak at ceiling and north wall in the private hallway located at apt 5a, 5th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Mar 30, 2026 · Apt 5A

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective mortise lockset and striker at front areaway, 1st story

    Mar 30, 2026

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color window frames and openings, surround. in the 1st room from east located at apt 5a, 5th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Mar 30, 2026 · Apt 5A

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color window frames and openings, surround. in the 4th room from east located at apt 5a, 5th story

    Mar 30, 2026 · Apt 5A

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Repair the flushing apparatus and maintain same so as to flush effectively the water closet in the bathroom located at apt 5a, 5th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Mar 30, 2026 · Apt 5A

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective base cabinet at sink in the kitchen located at apt 2b, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Jan 24, 2026 · Apt 2B

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in the 3rd room from north at east located at apt 2b, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Jan 24, 2026 · Apt 2B

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 2b, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Jan 24, 2026 · Apt 2B

    Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 2b, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Jan 24, 2026 · Apt 2B

    Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at ceiling in the 3rd room from north at east located at apt 2b, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Jan 24, 2026 · Apt 2B

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Provide ready access to buildings heating system door locked at boiler room, 1st story

    Jan 20, 2026

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Provide adequate supply of hot water for the fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 4c, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jan 20, 2026 · Apt 4C

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    § 53, 187, 231 m/d law and department rules and regulations. provide a shoe properly secured to bottom of string of dropladder at front of building at fire escape

    Jan 12, 2026

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective latch at building front entrance at public hall, 1st story

    Jan 12, 2026

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Post a proper notice of carbon monoxide detecting device requirements, in a form approved by commissioner, in a common area of a class a multiple dwelling near inspection certificate or provide notice to tenants in private dwellings

    Jan 12, 2026

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Post and maintain a proper sign on wall of entrance story showing the registration number assigned by the department and the address of the building. at public hall, 1st story

    Jan 12, 2026

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Post a proper notice of smoke detector requirements, in a form approved by the commissioner, at or near the mailbox at public hall, 1st story

    Jan 12, 2026

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Post notice, in form approved by the department, stating the name and location of the person designated by the owner to have key to buildings heating system at public hall, 1st story

    Jan 12, 2026

    Open — Nov sent out

DOB building violations · 29

  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2024 external low pressure inspection

    Nov 14, 2025

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2024 external low pressure inspection

    Nov 14, 2025

    Dob violation - active
  • Construction other optional

    Ftc w/commissioner's order control#348291 vio#092225pi20201hz dated 09/22/25 requiring owner to provide corrective action plan by 10/06/25 &start bldg repairs under permit by 11/22/25&completed/signed off by 12/22/25 as of 11/10/25 a cap&evidence of repr work was not rec'd immed comply w/commissioner's order#348291,vio#092225pi20201hz

    Nov 10, 2025

    Dob violation - active
  • Construction other optional

    Structure rendered non-compliant. observed adjacent property at 860 longwood ave the remaining existing free standing exterior wall after demolition has no bracing with a potential to collapse & cause damage. partial demo was done at adjacent property 860 under app. # x01003848-i1-gc which was signed off.

    Sep 23, 2025

    Dob violation - active
  • Construction other optional

    Corrective action plan req'd-obsvd brick exterior wall & stone rubble foundation in disrepair,deteriorated mortar around bricks & missing parts of stone wall @ exp4 facing vacant lot unbraced and unsecure owner to immed retain reg design prof to submit a corrective action plan by 10/6/25 bldg to be repaired under permit by 11/22/25

    Sep 22, 2025

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2018 external low pressure inspection

    Jun 20, 2023

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2018 external low pressure inspection

    Jun 20, 2023

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2019 external low pressure inspection

    Jun 20, 2023

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2019 external low pressure inspection

    Jun 20, 2023

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2016 inspection report

    Apr 6, 2018

    Dob violation - active
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  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2016 inspection report

    Apr 6, 2018

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2015 inspection report

    Feb 24, 2017

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2015 inspection report

    Feb 24, 2017

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2012 inspection report

    May 15, 2014

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2012 inspection report

    May 15, 2014

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Feb 13, 2004

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Mar 19, 2003

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Mar 26, 2002

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Immediate emergency anythingoptional

    Imegncy-immediate emergency anythingoptional

    Jan 31, 2002

    Vpw*-violation unserved ecb-work without permit-dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Feb 27, 2001

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Unsafe buildings none

    Ub-unsafe buildings none

    Nov 22, 2000

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Feb 7, 2000

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Mar 16, 1999

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    May 4, 1998

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Sep 16, 1997

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Aug 29, 1995

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jun 9, 1994

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    May 17, 1993

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Unsafe buildings none

    Ub-unsafe buildings none

    Jul 27, 1990

    Dob violation - active

ECB violations · 7

  • Class - 1

    Failure to comply with the commissioner's order. dob ftc-vio #111025pi20202tc, dob ftc-control #348387, dated 11/10/25. no compliance on file for corrective action plan. remedy: comply with the commissioner's o

    Dec 30, 2025 · Penalty $12,500

    Active
  • Non-hazardous

    Dangerous buildings places & things nusiance noted: no lighting under sidewalk shed opened 6 ft chain link fence enclosure at facade of sealed bldg with refuse in front of bldg and side yard indication that one

    Sep 11, 2002

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Work without a permit. work noted: demolished building remedy: obtain permit

    Aug 22, 2002

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Failure to maintain bu7ilding: center bay of bldg collapsed from roof to second floor front and rear section of bldg that remains have structual defect and in damger of coilapsing. remedy: make bldg safe remove

    Feb 1, 2002

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Failure to maintain exterior building wall. defect is : front brick parapet is cracked, defective anf 1' x 3' section is missing. remedy : immediatley provide a side walk shed obtian permits and make all necess

    Jan 9, 2002

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Failure to maintain exterior bldg wall. defect: loose, defective and missing bricks on the parapet wall at front, also, entire brick wall is out of plumb, leaning out wasr and in danger of collapsing.remedy:imm

    Nov 22, 2000 · Penalty $2,500

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Failure to maintain. defect is: wrong iron fence at front is defective, separating from sidewalk leaving a 5' drop in dangering pedestrians from falling down into drop. remedy: repair fence at front of bldg.

    Nov 22, 2000 · Penalty $2,500

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Appliance

    Electric/gas range

    Oct 23, 2026 · Apt 4C

    Open
  • Plumbing

    Toilet

    Oct 23, 2026 · Apt 4C

    Open
  • Door/window

    Door

    Oct 23, 2026 · Apt 4C

    Open
  • Door/window

    Door

    Oct 9, 2026 · Apt 5A

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Oct 9, 2026 · Apt 5A

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Sep 7, 2026 · Apt 4B

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Sep 6, 2026 · Apt 4B

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Sep 6, 2026 · Apt 4B

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Sep 6, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Sep 5, 2026 · Apt 5B

    Close
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  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Sep 5, 2026 · Apt 2A

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Sep 4, 2026 · Apt 2A

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Sep 3, 2026 · Apt 2C

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Sep 2, 2026 · Apt 2C

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Sep 2, 2026 · Apt 2C

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Sep 2, 2026 · Apt 2A

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Aug 29, 2026 · Apt 2A

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Aug 28, 2026 · Apt 5A

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Aug 28, 2026 · Apt 2A

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Aug 28, 2026 · Apt 2A

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Aug 28, 2026 · Apt 2A

    Close
  • Electric

    Lighting

    Aug 28, 2026 · Apt 2A

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Aug 28, 2026 · Apt 2A

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Aug 28, 2026 · Apt 2A

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Jul 30, 2026 · Apt 1CNOTB

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Toilet

    Jul 30, 2026 · Apt 1CNOTB

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Jul 30, 2026 · Apt 1CNOTB

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Jul 30, 2026 · Apt 1CNOTB

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Jul 30, 2026 · Apt 1CNOTB

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    Jul 30, 2026 · Apt 1CNOTB

    Close
  • Electric

    No lighting

    Jul 30, 2026 · Apt 1CNOTB

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Jul 30, 2026 · Apt 1CNOTB

    Close
  • General

    Cabinet

    Jul 30, 2026 · Apt 1CNOTB

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Jul 30, 2026 · Apt 1CNOTB

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Mar 27, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Garbage/recycling storage

    Mar 27, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Mar 26, 2026 · Apt 5A

    Close
  • Electric

    Outlet/switch

    Mar 26, 2026 · Apt 5A

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Toilet

    Mar 26, 2026 · Apt 5A

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Mar 26, 2026 · Apt 5A

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Mar 26, 2026 · Apt 5A

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Mar 26, 2026 · Apt 5A

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Feb 28, 2026 · Apt 2A

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Feb 28, 2026 · Apt 2A

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Feb 28, 2026 · Apt 2A

    Close
  • General

    Bell/buzzer/intercom

    Feb 28, 2026 · Apt 2A

    Close
  • Electric

    Lighting

    Feb 28, 2026 · Apt 2A

    Close
  • Water leak

    Heavy flow

    Feb 28, 2026 · Apt 2A

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Feb 28, 2026 · Apt 2A

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Feb 28, 2026 · Apt 2B

    Open

Sales history

No recorded sales in our data

Sales come from the NYC Department of Finance rolling sales file.

Building details

Building type
Walk-up apartment building (C1)
Year built
1904
Floors
5
Residential units
16
Building area
15,678 ft²
Lot area
4,116 ft²
Zoning
R7-1
Community board
202
Council district
17
Block / lot
2688 / 53
Assessed value
$388,800
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #214228, last renewed Dec 8, 2025.

Questions about 870 Longwood Avenue

Who owns 870 Longwood Avenue?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Longwood Apartments Housing Development Fund Corp.

Does 870 Longwood Avenue have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 494 housing violations at this property.

Is 870 Longwood Avenue rent stabilized?

NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 16 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 100% of its 16 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.

When was 870 Longwood Avenue built?

City records list 1904 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 870 Longwood Avenue?

It has 16 residential units.

Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.