1540 Longfellow Avenue
This building has a severe track record, and our model predicts major ongoing maintenance failures.
This building has 9 recorded HPD violations, at or below the East Morrisania average of 39.9.
Is 1540 Longfellow Avenue rent-stabilized?
Rent stabilization caps how much your rent can rise and protects your right to renew. Here's how this building scores on the four signals that usually point to it.
Based on public NYC records. Not legal advice — verify with the DHCR (Division of Housing and Community Renewal) at apps.hcr.ny.gov.
Is 1540 Longfellow Avenue covered by Good Cause Eviction?
New York's Good Cause Eviction law (effective April 20, 2024) gives many market-rate tenants the right to renew their lease and challenge rent hikes above the annual local rent standard. It doesn't apply to every building.
- Small landlord. This landlord owns about 10 units across 1 building in our records — at or below the 10-unit small-landlord threshold.
Good Cause also excludes condos & co-ops, subsidized/regulated housing, and units renting above 245% of Fair Market Rent — signals we can't always confirm from public data. Not legal advice. Learn more at nyc.gov or call 311 for the Tenant Helpline.
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How 1540 Longfellow Avenue's risk score is calculated
We trained a model on 7 years of city inspection data — HPD violation filings, tenant complaints, and owner track records across their entire portfolio. It estimates the probability that HPD inspectors will find serious or dangerous violations at this address in the next 12 months. Lower % = safer.
What the score means for you
Out of 451 buildings in this neighborhood, 104 have a higher predicted risk.
violations
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(10+)
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What's in the 1540 Longfellow Avenue report
| Total units | 10 |
|---|---|
| Floors | 2 |
| Year built | 1931 |
| Gross area | 3,800 sq ft |
| Building class | — |
| Tax abatement | None |
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1540 Longfellow Avenue event timeline
Violations, complaints, fines, and permits — the most recent records on file, in order.
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What this is
Housing code violations issued by HPD against property conditions. Non-compliance with NYC's Housing Maintenance Code can result in violations and fines.
| Inspection Date | Class | Category | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/07/2025 | C | Original | Hmc Adm Code: § 27-2017.4 Abate The Infestation Consisting Of Roaches In The Entire Apartment Located At Apt 2C, 2Nd Story, 1St Apartment From North At East | Violation Dismissed |
| 05/07/2025 | A | Original | § 27-2104 Adm Code 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 | Violation Closed |
| 05/07/2025 | A | Original | § 27-2053 Adm Code Post Sign On Wall Of Entrance Story Bearing Name, Address Including Apartment Number If Any, And Telephone Number Of Superintendent, Janitor Or Housekeeper. At Public Hall | Violation Closed |
| 08/07/2025 | C | Original | § 27-2005 Adm Code & 309 M/D Law Abate The Nuisance Consisting Of Flower Plant Obstructing Droop Ladder Landing At Building Front At Fire Escape | Violation Closed |
| 05/07/2025 | A | Original | § 27-2013 Adm Code Paint With Light Colored Paint To The Satisfaction Of This Department At Ceiling At Public Hall Stairs, 2Nd Story | Violation Closed |
What this is
Complaints filed with HPD about conditions violating the NYC Housing Maintenance Code or NY State Multiple Dwelling Law.
| Received | Category | Type | Status | Apartment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/24/2026 | Unsanitary Condition – Garbage/Recycling Storage | Non Emergency | Open | LOBBY |
| 07/24/2026 | Paint/Plaster – Ceiling | Emergency | Open | LB |
| 07/24/2026 | Unsanitary Condition – Pests | Non Emergency | Open | LB |
| 07/24/2026 | Water Leak – Slow Leak | Non Emergency | Open | LB |
| 07/24/2026 | Unsanitary Condition – Mold | Emergency | Open | LB |
What this is
Service requests logged daily with the city through 311 and tracked to resolution. These are complaints that can be directed to specific city agencies.
| Created Date | Problem | Problem Detail | Agency Name | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/24/2026 | Unsanitary Condition | Garbage/Recycling Storage | Department of Housing Preservation and Development | Open |
| 07/24/2026 | Water Leak | Slow Leak | Department of Housing Preservation and Development | Open |
| 07/24/2026 | Unsanitary Condition | Pests | Department of Housing Preservation and Development | Open |
| 07/24/2026 | Unsanitary Condition | Mold | Department of Housing Preservation and Development | Open |
| 07/24/2026 | Paint/Plaster | Ceiling | Department of Housing Preservation and Development | Open |
What this is
All complaints received by the Department of Buildings, including those from 311 and complaints entered directly by DOB staff.
| Filed | Number | Status | Category | Disposition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/16/2026 | 2443250 | Closed | 1L | 06/24/2026 |
| 01/13/2025 | 2408127 | Closed | 7G | 01/14/2025 |
| 10/10/2024 | 2402297 | Closed | 35 | 10/17/2024 |
| 01/23/2024 | 2384869 | Closed | 5G | 01/23/2024 |
| 01/23/2024 | 2384870 | Closed | 5G | 01/23/2024 |
What this is
Civil penalties and violation notices issued by the Department of Buildings for construction and building code violations.
| Issue Date | Category | Type | Description | Disposition |
|---|
What this is
Summonses and penalties adjudicated by OATH (Office of Administrative Trials & Hearings) and the Environmental Control Board. DOB enforcement cases that have been heard and decided.
| Issue Date | Violation # | Status | Description | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01/22/2024 | 39103989X | Resolve | Observed At Above Premises Excavation In Progress At Expo #1 Under A Pswo Issued 12/27/2023, Comply With Stop Work Order | $5,000 |
| 01/22/2024 | 39103966N | Resolve | Atoi I Spoke With Supervisor Darwin Perea Of Hoover Contracting. Mr Perea Stated Brooklyn Power Hired Him To Perform Electrical Work Under Job# X00971537. Mr Perea Provided A Contract From Brooklyn Power And St | $4,800 |
| 01/22/2024 | 39103942Z | Resolve | Observed Construction Activity Under Job# X00840831. Construction Debri And Garbage In All Units, Hallways, Stairs And Stair Landings. This Is Harardous To The Worker And All Persons Entering Construction Site, | $1,250 |
| 01/22/2024 | 39103992R | Resolve | Observed At Above Premises Excavation At Expo #1 With No One On Guard To Protect The Pedestrian Passing/Walking Through Operating Equipment In Process, Safeguard Public And Property | $0 |
| 12/27/2023 | 39102255M | Resolve | At Time Of Observed Front Yard Excavation Done Approx. 12'-0" X 8'-0" With 6'-3" Depth Without Providing Any Side Protection To Retain Dirt. Excavation Undermining Sidewalk & Adjoining Property Walkway. Stop Al | $5,000 |
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Executed eviction warrants in NYC from 2017-present. Records of completed residential and commercial evictions processed through housing court.
| Executed Date | Docket # | Apartment | Type | Marshal |
|---|
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Recorded real estate transactions and property sales. Public records of building transfers and changes in ownership.
| Sale Date | Price | Building Class | Neighborhood | Apartment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/14/2023 | $1,200,000 | C1 | Crotona Park | |
| 03/27/2017 | $10 | C3 | Crotona Park | |
| 06/14/2016 | $356,500 | C3 | Crotona Park |
What this is
Property owner reports of bedbug infestation status required by NYC law. Building owners must file annual reports on bedbug treatment and infestation history.
| Filing Date | Infested Units | Eradicated | Re-infested | Period End |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/15/2025 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10/31/2025 |
| 12/20/2024 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10/31/2024 |
| 05/04/2021 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10/31/2020 |
What this is
NYC Department of Health & Mental Hygiene rodent inspection results. Records of inspections for rat and rodent infestation signs.
| Inspection Date | Type | Result |
|---|---|---|
| 05/29/2026 | Compliance | Passed |
| 04/07/2026 | Initial | Failed For Rat Activity And Other Reason |
| 01/18/2023 | Compliance | Failed For Other Reason |
| 12/07/2022 | Initial | Failed For Other Reason |
| 10/06/2022 | Treatments | Bait Applied |
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Construction and demolition permits issued by the Department of Buildings. Required for legal building, construction, and demolition activities in NYC.
| Filing Date | Type | Work | Floor | Description | Status | Issued |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/29/2024 | Initial Permit | Mechanical Systems | Floor Number(s)-1-SO-9907-X00840831-I1, Floor Number(s)-2-SO-2523-X00840831-I1, Floor Number(s)-2-SO-2523-X00840831-I1, Basement/Sub-basement, Roof | Mechanical Specification Filed In Conjunction With Gc Application #X00840831-I1 | Signed-Off | 05/29/2024 |
| 02/16/2024 | Renewal Permit Without Changes | General Construction | Cellar, Cellar, Floor Number(s) 1, Floor Number(s) 2 | Proposed Conversion To An Existing 2 Story And Cellar Residential Building. Existing 4 Units Proposed Total Of 10 Residential Units. No Change In Bulk. | Permit Issued | 02/16/2024 |
| 12/21/2023 | Initial Permit | Sprinklers | Floor Number(s)-1-SO-9907-X00840831-I1, Floor Number(s)-2-SO-2523-X00840831-I1, Basement/Sub-basement, Open Space | Plumbing & Sprinkler Specification Filed In Conjunction With Gc Application #X00840831-I1 | Signed-Off | 12/21/2023 |
| 12/21/2023 | Initial Permit | Plumbing | Floor Number(s)-1-SO-9907-X00840831-I1, Floor Number(s)-2-SO-2523-X00840831-I1, Basement/Sub-basement, Open Space | Plumbing & Sprinkler Specification Filed In Conjunction With Gc Application #X00840831-I1 | Signed-Off | 12/21/2023 |
| 12/21/2023 | Initial Permit | Sprinklers | Floor Number(s)-1-SO-9907-X00840831-I1, Floor Number(s)-2-SO-2523-X00840831-I1, Basement/Sub-basement | Plumbing & Sprinkler Specification Filed In Conjunction With Gc Application #X00840831-I1 | Signed-Off | 12/21/2023 |
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